Top Australia In the Air - page 3

If you’ve always wanted to experience the calm thrill of soaring above land in a hot air balloon, Geelong is a great place to do it. After taking off from the launch field you’ll float over the city, the coastline, and the Bellarine Peninsula for around one hour. Watch the sun rise and look out for landmarks of interest below.

Admire the Hunter Valley wine region from above on a morning helicopter tour. You'll have the chance to see vineyards and wineries from the air, and then celebrate your adventure back on the ground with breakfast and sparkling wine at Peterson House.

Indulge yourself and your loved ones with a private helicopter tour that takes you out to a secluded island on the Great Barrier Reef. Admire the reef from above during your scenic helicopter, then experience its natural beauty up close after your pilot gently lands on the gorgeous and remote Vlasoff Cay and provides everything you need—including a picnic basket with sparkling wine, and nibbles—for a luxurious beach retreat.

Get a rounder perspective of the Great Barrier Reef by viewing it from the air on this scenic flight from Cairns. Soaring over the UNESCO-listed reef allows you to take in its colors and appreciate its vastness. Enjoy unobstructed photo opportunities from your window seat as you take in such sights as Green Island, Upolu Cay, Vlassof Cay, and Michaelmas Reef.

Short on time but want to experience the best of the Top End? This fast-paced adventure packs multiple highlights into one seamless day. Combine helicopter flights, airboat rides, river cruising, and guided overland travel to see the region from every angle. Spot crocodiles and native birdlife across Litchfield National Park’s floodplains, then cool off with a swim in a designated crocodile-safe pool.

Marvel at the Gold Coast from above on an exciting 30-minute hot air balloon ride! Maximize your time with a short but scenic route and float over the golden beaches, shimmering waterways and forested hinterlands on a thrilling flight. Best of all: your sunrise flight means you’ll see the landscapes at their most magical, beneath the ethereal glow of the rising sun.

This day tour to Mitchell Falls is a quick and easy way to explore this remote part of north-western Australia with confidence. After your flight from Broome, experience driving through an ancient Livistona Palm Forest before taking a helicopter scenic transfer to Mitchell Falls. Enjoy a picnic lunch, take a refreshing dip in the waterfalls, and finish with a return sightseeing helicopter ride admiring the Mitchell Falls and Mertens Gorge from above.

Discover the natural beauty of the Bungle Bungle Range as you explore West Kimberley in a small airplane on a full-day tour from Broome. Fly to Purnululu National Park and land there to see the Beehive Domes and Cathedral Gorge up close. You'll also pass over vast plains, Halls Creek, and the Windjana Gorge on a tour that includes breakfast and lunch, flights and ground transfers, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Gain fascinating insight into Australia’s aboriginal communities on a full-day tour to the Dampier Peninsula from Broome. Travel in a luxurious 4x4 vehicle to the remote Indigenous community at One Arm Point for a trochus hatchery visit led by Bardi Jawi locals, before visiting Cygnet Bay pearl farm to discover the complex process behind creating pearls along with lunch. Upgrade your tour to include a scenic flight over the stunning coast for a truly unforgettable experience.

Reach the remote Eco Beach Resort quickly and easily from Broome when traveling by helicopter. Be amazed by the gorgeous coastline and the landscape of the Kimberley region as you fly at low levels. At the resort, spend some time beachcombing and swimming from the beach before relaxing over a delicious lunch with drinks included.

Join a hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour by double-decker bus to discover the highlights of Sydney and Bondi Beach. Enjoy unobstructed views and recorded onboard commentary as you travel along two routes to top destinations including the Harbour Bridge, Opera House, Darling Harbour, and Bondi Beach. Go in-depth wherever you like by hopping off the bus to explore. Experience the city’s most noteworthy attractions at your own pace.

A hot air balloon ride offers visitors to Melbourne a new perspective over one of the most beautiful cities in the country. This balloon flight experience is made extra special by departing at dawn, giving travelers stunning views of Melbourne’s cityscape as the sun rises, the perfect addition to an Australian holiday for those seeking something memorable.

For travelers short on time, there is probably no faster way to see more of the Hunter Valley than this 15-minute helicopter tour. Hop on at the Cessnock Aerodrome and get airborne over the valley’s wineries, gardens, and golf courses before heading to the Broken Back Range and Mount View area. Plus, you can opt for round-trip transportation from your hotel for an extra fee.

Experience the sights of Brisbane from a vantage point few are lucky to experience on this private helicopter tour. Follow the Brisbane River to Suncorp Stadium and circle the spectacular towering skyline of the central business district. Get a bird’s-eye view of the Story Bridge and Gabba Stadium. Then, head back toward Archerfield airport, flying over the inner city suburbs.

The Sydney Opera House is one of Australia’s most famous landmarks—but much of it remains hidden to visitors without tickets to a performance. This guided walking tour offers a closer look inside the UNESCO World Heritage–listed building, with access to spaces typically reserved for showgoers. As you explore, your guide shares entertaining stories about the venue’s design, history, and the productions that bring it to life.

See the unique rock formations dotting the sands of the Pinnacles Desert from high in the sky during this half-day, guided, flight-seeing tour that includes a ground tour. See the vast landscape and small desert full of towering limestone pillars before touching down in the town of Cervantes. In Namburg National Park, see the Pinnacles up close and take time to explore this natural wonder.

Take to the skies for an unforgettable hot-air balloon flight over the Gold Coast hinterland. After a pickup from your Surfers Paradise or Broadbeach accommodation, soar over beautiful vineyards, pastures, and forests as the landscape is bathed in the golden morning light. After your thrilling-yet-serene flight, refuel with a buffet breakfast with sparkling wine, and visit a winery cellar door for a tasting

See the Kimberley from a whole new perspective on this half-day helicopter and pearl farm tour from Broome. Skip long travel times and enjoy scenic aerial views over Cable Beach and the turquoise waters of Roebuck Bay as you fly to Willie Creek. On the ground, visit a family-run, award-winning pearl farm to learn about sustainable pearling and Broome’s rich pearling history.

Travel by air-conditioned catamaran from Cairns Marina to our Moore Reef Pontoon located on the Outer Great Barrier Reef, perfectly positioned and equipped for you to explore this reef that is teeming with colourful coral and fascinating fish. Spend 4 hours exploring the reef by taking advantage of the free inclusions such as glass bottom boat tours, all snorkelling equipment, underwater observatory, fish feeding presentation, an enclosed ocean pool for kids and buffet lunch. The pontoon also features an upper sundeck to relax in the sun and look out over the turquoise waters in between activities. This is where you'll find the waterslide - the only theme park waterslide on the reef! Dial up the adventure and add on optional extras like include Introductory or Certified diving, Seawalker Helmet dive, Guided Snorkel Tour or even a Scenic helicopter flight.

Experience Sydney from a unique viewpoint: the seat of a helicopter. Soar over sights like the Sydney Opera House, the Harbour Bridge, Olympic Park, the Parramatta River, and the beautiful coastline. Your pilot with narrate throughout the ride, and answer your questions. An ideal trip for travelers who want to fit a lot of sightseeing into a short time, for those seeking a memorable activity, or for a romantic occasion.

Take in breathtaking sights of long sandy beaches and dramatic cliffs on this guided, full-day tour of Australia’s Great Ocean Road. Explore some of the most spectacular scenery on Earth, including the Twelve Apostles limestone stacks and Gibson Steps. Enjoy a rainforest walk among towering ash trees and spot koalas in one of the area's largest koala colonies. Travel in a deluxe mini-coach as part of a small group, ensuring a relaxed and personalized experience.

Soar over the Yarra Valley during the golden light of sunrise during an unforgettable hot-air balloon flight. Float over the scenic landscape of gentle rolling hills and vineyards as day breaks across this beloved winemaking region. Upgrade to enjoy hotel pickup and/or a delicious buffet breakfast at Balgownie Estate after touching down back on solid ground.

Rottnest Island is home to skydiving centers but is located about half an hour from the coast on the water. This full-day skydiving trip includes tickets for round-trip ferry service from Freemantle, roughly half an hour from central Perth by car. After the ferry trip, hop aboard a plane, tighten your harness, and start your freefall skydiving experience.

Secure your very own flightseeing trip for your ideal day and time by pre-booking this Hunter Valley private helicopter flight from Cessnock. Admire bird's-eye views of the Hunter Valley's wineries, vineyards, gardens, and Cypress Lakes golf course, all from a modern helicopter with a personal pilot. Then, touch down and savor a 3-course lunch at one of the the valley's top restaurants.