Excursion Scenic helicopter flight-seeing tour at Perth

Cruise line: Silversea
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Experience a flight out across the beautiful Indian Ocean and around the coastline of the acclaimed Rottnest Island. Soar over the Perth and Fremantle cities' outer city limits and along the Swan River. Take in the breath-taking views of some of Western Australia's most beautiful scenery on this scenic tour.

Coastline Fremantle & Rottnest

Departing the pier, drive for approximately 30 minutes to the Jandakot Airport. Following the safety briefing, board your aircraft for a 40-minute scenic flight, headed over the acclaimed holiday area, Rottnest Island. Gaze at the sweeping views of the historic Western Australian port city of Fremantle, the southern beaches and shimmering azure waters of the Indian Ocean before hovering over Rottnest for views of its lighthouse, gun turrets, spectacular coastline and sheltered beaches. The flight time between the Mainland and Rottnest Island is about 12 minutes.


Swan River & Perth

Turning back towards the mainland, your flight takes you down the Swan River, the vast waters of which travel directly through the city of Perth. Catch a glimpse of the city limits, dotted by its buildings, before headed back to Fremantle. Touching down back at Jandakot, your flight concludes.


At the airport, your driver awaits to take you back to the pier and the ship.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Coastline Fremantle & Rottnest, Swan River & Perth

Note

Please note: This tour requires a minimal amount of walking; however, guests must be able to climb steps and manoeuvre in and out of the aircraft. This tour is not recommended to guests who utilise a wheel chair or those who may suffer from motion sickness or claustrophobia. Aircraft utilised may be a 3-seater Mooney, 5- or 6-seater Cessna, or a 5-seater Baron, and is at the discretion of the operator. Total flying time is approximately 40 minutes and each guest has a window view; pilot provides commentary. Seating is at the discretion of the pilot based on weight. Individual passenger weight cannot exceed 220 lb. (100 kilograms/15.5 stone) and all guests are required to submit their weight information to the Shore Concierge once on board. Operation of this tour is subject to favourable weather and wind conditions and may be cancelled by the pilot on short notice. Lightweight, comfortable clothing, flat, closed-toe walking shoes and sun protection are recommended. Please remember to bring your camera and sunglasses. Order of sights visited may vary and itinerary may be reversed. A minimum number of guests is required to operate this tour.