Top Hunter Valley In the Air in 2026

Experience more from your wine tour of the Hunter Valley by taking to the skies with this helicopter tour from Pokolbin. Add luxury and romance to your visit by taking off in a private helicopter and flying over the valley’s scenic vineyard landscape to pop into two of its acclaimed wineries for a wine-tasting session. Note that places on this tour are limited to three people.

Our most popular — and genuinely exclusive — Hunter Valley experience, the Cellar Door & Lunch Tour is built for guests who want the region’s best wines and cuisine without the driving. From lift-off in your private helicopter, it’s a true VIP “door-to-door” day with sweeping aerial views across vineyards, cellar doors and the surrounding ranges. What’s included: VIP helicopter pick-up and return from your local accommodation (where suitable) or Cessnock Airport Scenic flight en route, with your pilot pointing out local highlights Private wine tasting at a highly recommended Hunter Valley winery — hosted, unhurried, and focused on quality wines (with time to purchase favourites) Gourmet à-la-carte lunch at a premium local restaurant, paired with a glass of wine (or equivalent) — seasonal produce, standout dishes, and the kind of long, relaxed lunch the Hunter is famous for Perfect for anniversaries, proposals, celebrations, or a “we’re doing this properly” weekend treat.

Beyond Ballooning is a family owned and operated business based right here in the Hunter Valley. Our flight team are local to the valley and have a true passion for ballooning and providing the best hot air balloon experience in Australia. Hot air ballooning started in the Hunter Valley over 40 years ago and Beyond Ballooning have set the benchmark in excellence in all aspects of the ballooning experience ensuring a memorable morning during every minute.

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.

Combine two luxurious activities on this helicopter tour with a champagne breakfast. Hop aboard a helicopter for a private aerial tour of the Hunter Valley, one of Australia’s major wine growing regions. Then, land near a local winery or café for a champagne brunch-style breakfast. This activity is ideal for couples wanting to celebrate a special occasion in style.

Start your morning the Hunter Valley way — from the air. Departing from Cessnock Airport, you’ll lift off for a scenic helicopter flight over rolling green hills, vineyard rows and the stunning Broken Back Range. With guaranteed window-seat views, you’ll capture postcard-perfect photos of the valley’s patchwork landscape as the sun lights up the countryside below. Your pilot provides inflight commentary with local insight and a few tips on the best cellar doors to visit later. After approximately 20 unforgettable minutes, you’ll touch down at Restaurant Cuvée for a gourmet breakfast for two, complete with a celebratory glass of bubbly. Before you go, pop into the onsite chocolate shop for a sweet extra to take with you.

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.