Cape Town Helicopter Tour: City Hopper
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Cape Town, South Africa
- 12 minutes (approx.)
- Flight time: 12 minutes
- Offered in: English
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Overview
- 12-minute helicopter flight over Cape Town
- Get breathtaking views of Table Mountain, one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature
- See Lion's Head mountain, Green Point and Robben Island
- Admire the beautiful contrast between the rugged mountains, white beaches and crystal-clear ocean
- Choose from several departure times throughout the day
What's Included
- Live commentary on board
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Cape Town Helicopters36 E Pier Rd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Cape Town Helicopters 36 East Pier Road V&A Waterfront Cape Town 8001
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
Cape Town (Pass By)
V&A Waterfront (Pass By)
DHL Stadium (Pass By)
Signal Hill (Pass By)
Lion's Head (Pass By)
Camps Bay (Pass By)
Twelve Apostles (Pass By)
Table Mountain National Park (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Total weight per passenger: 276 lbs
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- A valid Original Passport is required upon check-in for all travellers!
- Adult pricing applies to all travellers 2 years old and above. ID verification for infant travellers will be checked.
- Helicopter tours may be shared with members of other parties. Helicopter seat up to 6 people.
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
OFOMANA_I
Nothing more than amazing, the views was breathtaking and just like expected, I would recommend it for anyone looking to experience the best time in Capetown
Reviews
4.9
based on 29 reviews
OFOMANA_I, Mar 2026
Nothing more than amazing, the views was breathtaking and just like expected, I would recommend it for anyone looking to experience the best time in Capetown
Umesh_V, Feb 2026
it was wonderful , covering Cape Town by air . it was fun and exciting . will def recommend to my friends back home .
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Dear Guest,
Thank you for your review.
We’re delighted to hear that you had such an amazing experience and that the duration of the flight, the beautiful views, and the wildlife sightings made it even more special. It’s also wonderful to know that our team helped make your time with us enjoyable.
Thank you for visiting Cape Town Helicopters. We look forward to welcoming you back in the near future.
Warm regards,
The Cape Town Helicopters Team
Helgard_D, Jan 2026
Worth every cent. From arrival the service was excellent. The pilot and all staff were friendly and helpful. Definitely something you must do visiting Cape Town.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Dear Helgard,
Thank you for your review.
We’re delighted to hear that you found the experience worth every cent and that the service stood out from the moment you arrived. It’s wonderful to know that both your pilot and our team made you feel welcomed and well looked after. Being considered a “must do” when visiting Cape Town truly means a great deal to us.
Thank you for visiting Cape Town Helicopters. We look forward to welcoming you back in the near future.
Warm regards,
The Cape Town Helicopters Team
Lily_D, Jan 2026
Loved it! They were extremely patient with us, warm and friendly. It was very safe, interesting and educational
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Dear Lily,
Thank you for your review.
We’re delighted to hear that you loved your experience with us. It’s wonderful to know that our team’s patience, warmth, and friendliness stood out, and that the flight felt safe, interesting, and educational throughout. Creating memorable and informative experiences in a calm, professional environment is exactly what we strive for.
Thank you for visiting Cape Town Helicopters. We look forward to welcoming you back in the near future.
Warm regards,
The Cape Town Helicopters Team
Nashira_B, Nov 2025
Such an amazing experience :-) Shout out to my female pilot, Genevieve—you were amazing! Highly recommend even as a solo traveler.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Dear Nashira,
Thank you for your review.
We’re delighted to hear that you had such an amazing experience with us. A special thank you for the wonderful shout-out to Genevieve — she’ll be thrilled to know her professionalism and skill made such a strong impression. We’re also pleased to hear that the experience felt just as enjoyable and comfortable as a solo traveller.
Thank you for visiting Cape Town Helicopters. We look forward to welcoming you back in the near future.
Warm regards,
The Cape Town Helicopters Team
Andrew_B, Nov 2025
Excellent from start to finish, easy to book with great information, pilot very knowledgeable, superb reception and ground staff, suppose it helped that the weather was excellent as well!
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Dear Andrew,
Thank you for your review.
We’re delighted to hear that your experience was excellent from start to finish. It’s wonderful to know that the booking process felt easy and informative, that our reception and ground team made you feel well looked after, and that your pilot’s knowledge added to the enjoyment of the flight. And yes, great weather certainly helps showcase Cape Town at its best.
Thank you for visiting Cape Town Helicopters. We look forward to welcoming you back in the near future.
Warm regards,
The Cape Town Helicopters Team
Akosua_A, Nov 2025
Our pilot and the ground staff were awesome and it was a great experience. I am glad I increased the flight time so we could see the whole of Cape Town.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Dear Akosua,
Thank you for your review.
We’re delighted to hear that both our pilot and ground team made such a positive impression and that your flight was a great experience overall. Extending the flight time is a wonderful way to fully appreciate Cape Town from above, and we’re so pleased you were able to enjoy the city in its entirety.
Thank you for visiting Cape Town Helicopters. We look forward to welcoming you back in the near future.
Warm regards,
The Cape Town Helicopters Team
Josh_A, Oct 2025
Amazing Ride in the chopper, great pilot, engaging conversations and great sight seeing experience of the major landmarks in the city.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Dear Josh
,
Thank you for your review.
We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed your helicopter ride and the stunning views of Cape Town’s landmarks. It’s wonderful that you had engaging conversations with your pilot — our team loves sharing the beauty and stories of this incredible city from above.
Thank you for visiting Cape Town Helicopters. We look forward to welcoming you back in the near future.
Warm regards,
The Cape Town Helicopters Team
Edson_P, Oct 2024
The view to table mountain and the descending of helicopter.
I hope next times I can do more hours of tour
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Dear Edson,
Thank you for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the breathtaking view of Table Mountain and the helicopter’s descent. It’s great to know that you’re eager for more flight time on your next visit! We would love to welcome you back for an even longer tour and help you explore more of the stunning sights Cape Town has to offer.
Looking forward to flying with you again soon!
Kind Regards
Chad Ehlers
Ruth_A, Jun 2024
Friendly, helpful staff from the moment we arrived at the harbour office, our pilot Megan was really friendly, we had a great experience! Thank you
Response from Host, Jun 2024
Dear Traveller, thank you for your wonderful feedback. We are happy that you enjoyed the full experience. It was lovely hosting you and hope to see you again on a future visit.
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