The 10 Best Helicopter Tours in Top End, Northern Territory

Spectacular is the word! This tour combines sweeping views of the wetlands and river systems by helicopter and up close views of prehistoric jumping crocodiles. Enjoy a cruise on the scenic Adelaide River and see the powerful natural jumping ability of the Australian Saltwater Crocodile. With experienced guides, visitors will learn more about these magnificent creatures in their own natural habitat. This very popular cruise is suitable for all ages. A one hour drive from Darwin, but why drive when you can fly!

Inclusions: return helicopter transfer, 60-min jumping crocodile cruise, Return transfer from Darwin CBD & Palmerston accommodation

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Seeing Kakadu from a helicopter is one of the best ways to experience its many magical attractions in just one day! Instead of spending 6 hours travelling by road, spend only 3 hours flying by helicopter, taking in many spectacular landscapes along the way – with various stops for photo opportunities. Departing from Darwin, enjoy a scenic flight to Kakadu flying over the Adelaide River and its floodplains plus the Mary River National Park. Marvel at Kakadu’s famous wetlands and gorges – including Ubirr. Next stop is Jabiru. Here, enjoy a stop at Cooinda for lunch and a Yellow Water Cruise operated by Kakadu Tourism. The flight home includes views of the pristine wetlands of the Mary River and Corroboree Billabong.

Inclusions: Approx. 3.3 hour return scenic flight, Buffet Lunch, Approx. 1.5 hour Yellow Waters Cruise, Return transfer from Darwin CBD & Palmerston accommodation

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This helicopter tour provides a snapshot of Darwin's highlights and must see locations from above, providing fantastic perspective for further ground tours.

Inclusions: Air Conditioned Helicopter

Exclusions: Transportation to starting point Bus #5 or #8 from the city. Taxi approx $25.

Our HeliFish tours will have you hooked with full-on fishing with your choice of full-day or half-day options. Enjoy flying alongside the isolated coastline, rivers and billabongs and approximately three hours of fishing for the half-day tour or 6 hours of fishing for the full-day tour, in multiple locations depending on tides, weather and time of day. Fishing from clear banks in creeks and estuaries close to the coast offers great access to popular species including (and not limited to) Barramundi, Mangrove Jack and Salmon. Complete the day with a landing at the Noonamah Tavern and soak up the local atmosphere.

Inclusions: Half Day: approx. 1 hours flight time and 3 hours fishing, Full Day: approx. 2 hours flight time and 6 hours fishing, Fishing equipment, Bottled water, Soda/Pop, ONLY for the Full Day tour

Exclusions: Souvenir shirts and hats (available to purchase), Snacks

Yes, you read that right! This is a pub crawl by Helicopter. We have offered this unique tour since 2007 and over the years it has evolved into the Heli Pub Crawl it is today. This tour is not just about the pubs. It will provide an amazing look at Darwin and surrounds from above, the harbour and coastline, tropical savannah woodlands, cathedral and magnetic termite mounds, billabongs and creeks. We arrive at iconic outback watering holes with a rock star landing in your very own helicopter. You will be sure to hear your fair share of tall tales and meet interesting critters, laid back locals and the charismatic publicans that define each of the establishments.

Inclusions: Private Helicopter experience, Stubby Cooler

Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages, Lunch

If you want to fit in all of the quintessential Top End activities into the one day then this is the tour for you! With a helicopter, airboat, cruise boat and crocodile safe swimming cafe there is no better way to experience the spectacular local wildlife and landscapes of the Litchfield region. Guests will see the majestic floodplains from above in a scenic helicopter flight and spot crocodiles, birds and even buffalo on a thrilling airboat ride through the channels and into the rainforest. Our cruise boat takes guests along Sweets Lagoon billabong for a slower pace perfect for birdwatching and taking pictures whilst tucking into a gourmet BBQ meal. We have Australia’s only nature-based croc safe pool where guests can take a dip and get face to face with a wild saltwater crocodile. The tour finishes off with an exciting feeding and exhibition with one of our rescue monster crocodiles caught by Matt Wright himself. Experience a once in a lifetime Top End day adventure with us!

Inclusions: Darwin city pick up and drop-off or self drive option, Morning tea included, A cooked breakfast or lunch included, meal depends on tour time, Soda/Pop, Airboat Cruise, 10-minute Scenic Helicopter Flight, Croc safe pool swimming , See up close and witness the feeding with one of our rescue crocodiles, Billabong Cruise

Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages

The world-class Mary River Wetlands are a photographer’s paradise! Teeming with wildlife – and specifically, the highest concentration of Saltwater Crocodiles in the Southern Hemisphere – is a must-do experience! The highly qualified and passionate guides of Wildlands Safaris will take you on an unrivalled tour of Australia’s largest wetland system. From the helicopter gain a true appreciation of the size and beauty of the wetlands and from the airboat and safari cruise, close views of crocodiles, colourful flora and a myriad of native wildlife including wallabies, jabirus, sea eagles, kites, kingfishers, brolgas, buffaloes and jacanas. The Mary River system is an 80-minute drive east of Darwin along the famous Arnhem Highway. However, by helicopter, arrive at Corroboree Billabong after a 30-minute scenic flight (60 minutes round trip).

Inclusions: Lunch, Scenic helicopter flights to and from Corroboree Billabong, 45 minute airboat adventure (included only in the Discovery option), 90 minute safari cruise (included in both Discovery and Snapshot option), Return transfer from Darwin CBD & Palmerston accommodation

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Fly from Darwin to Katherine Gorge over the Top End’s rugged landscape. From here, you are taken on an action packed scenic helicopter ride deep inside the gorges of Nitmiluk National Park. You’ll get an up close look at areas that are simply unreachable by any other means. After exploring the gorges, fly to Kakadu National Park. Sit back and be amazed at the view of the ancient, unimaginable landscape that has made Kakadu so famous. You’ll be left breathless at the scope and spiritual magnificence of the land. To get the most out of Kakadu, we’ll actually land inside the park. Relax for a minute and have lunch before the partaking in the afternoon Yellow Waters Boat Cruise. This majestic boat ride will see you discover hidden areas of Kakadu, untouched by mankind. Wildlife is abundant, as is the natural beauty and cultural significance of the region. Your flight back to Darwin takes in the spectacular Mary and Adelaide Rivers, before finally landing safely back in Darwin.

Inclusions: Scenic Flight, Fixed-wing Aircraft, Window Seat, Yellow Waters Boat Cruise, 13 Gorges Helicopter Flight, Free Parking, GST (Goods and Services Tax), Bottled water, Private transportation

Exclusions: Food and Drink

Want an easy way to see everything there is about Darwin, join a scenic flight along the Darwin city coastline to the Northern Beaches viewing the cliffs. There will also be a chance to experience the town of Mandorah from the air which is located adjacent to Darwin.

Inclusions: GST (Goods and Services Tax), Helicopter tour (30 minutes), Informative commentary during the flight

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off

Departing from Darwin, enjoy a special 60 minute return scenic flight taking in the beauty of Litchfield’s treasures: Wangi Falls, Tolmer Falls, Sandy Creek Falls, Florence Falls and The Lost City! The return flight is also a treat. Take in the impressive sights of the Magnetic Termite Mounds and Darwin’s main water supply, the Darwin River Dam, holding half the volume of Sydney Harbour.

Inclusions: 60 Minute scenic flight

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop off