Helicopter Half Day Wilderness Tour

The helicopter is yours for the morning or afternoon. Head to Simpson's Gap, Standley Chasm, along the Chewing Range to Ormiston Gorge overflying the Larapinta Trail before landing at historic Glen Helen Resort. Explore Ochre Pits, Serpentine Gorge, Ellery Creek Big Hole and more

Davis Drive, Alice Springs Airport, Alice Springs. Courtesy transfers included to and from Alice Springs. Road: We are 15kms from Alice Springs CBD on the right hand side of the road as you travel towards Alice Springs Airport. The hangar and offices are clearly signposted. Free parking available. Public transport: Catch the Airport Shuttle Bus to Alice Springs Airport and ask them to drop you at Australian National Helicopters facility. They are happy to oblige and will pick you up on the way back. Check their timetables and prices.

Alice Springs Alice Springs and Central Australia Northern Territory

This is a half day (4 hour) helicopter tour which can depart early in the morning returning to Alice Springs by midday or in the afternoon returning just before sunset. It is conducted in either a Jetranger or one of our Bell 47 helicopters. Flight times vary depending on the aircraft available on the day with at least one and a half hours spent at Glen Helen Resort. Allow 1 hour extra.

A minimum of 2 passengers can be carried in our Bell 47 helicopter and 3 in a Jetranger.

Weight restrictions apply on all flights. (eg combined weights of two passengers not to exceed 185kgs). Children must be able to fit comfortably and securely into a harness-type seatbelt.

The helicopter is yours for the morning or afternoon. Head west to Simpson's Gap, Standley Chasm and along the Chewing Range to Ormiston Gorge with its towering red walls and sacred waterholes before landing at historic Glen Helen Resort for refreshments and perhaps a swim in the Gorge in summer. Explore the Ochre Pits, Serpentine Gorge and Ellery Creek Big Hole in the Heavitree Range from the air on our return flight. (light refreshments included.

We usually fly with the doors off, except in the Jetranger, to allow an uninhibited view. Wear warm clothes in the winter. In summer, ensure your clothing will protect you from the sun. A cap or tie-on hat is a good idea also. Sensible footwear is advisable, avoid thongs if possible. Bring bathers and a towel if swimming at Glen Helen Gorge in summer and walking shoes for the Gorge which is a short walk from the Resort. Flights may be postponed or cancelled due to unfavourable weather conditions or scheduled maintenance requirements. Call 24 hours before your flight to check on weather conditions. We will then keep you updated if necessary. Postponed or cancelled flights will be rescheduled for a later date. ALL INSURANCES INCLUDED.

Activity rate guide
AUD$ 975
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