Newcastle City Sights
This tour offers the most comprehensive aerial showcase of Newcastle in a single flight—blending coastal icons with inland landmarks. Unlike standard joy flights, this experience combines sweeping ocean vistas over Nobby’s Head, Bar Beach, and Merewether Baths with inland highlights like Glenrock Lagoon, McDonald Jones Stadium, and John Hunter Hospital. Departing from our convenient Steel River base, passengers enjoy a seamless and safe experience with highly experienced local pilots who offer live commentary and insights throughout the flight. Ideal for first-time visitors and proud locals alike, it’s the perfect way to rediscover Newcastle from the air.
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Newcastle City Sights
What's included in Newcastle City Sights
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NewcastlePass-by Only
Whether you’re a tourist wanting to get a view of Newcastle from the air, or a local who wanted to see how the city looks hundreds of feet above the ground, this is the helicopter tour that’s perfect for you. Flying out of our base in Steel River past some of Newcastle’s famous foreshore attractions towards Nobby’s Head. From there, we turn to the south to fly along the ANZAC memorial walk, over Bar Beach and the Merewether Baths. Get excited as you get to see the Glen Rock Lagoon from above as we turn over towards Charlestown to give you a view of McDonald Jones Stadium – the home of our Newcastle Knights & Jets – and the John Hunter Hospital. The view will be something that really makes you love where we live!
Soar above Newcastle’s iconic Merewether Beach and take in sweeping coastal views, golden sands, and world-class surf breaks—all from the comfort of a scenic helicopter flight. Home to the Southern Hemisphere’s largest ocean baths and the famous Surfest competition, Merewether offers a stunning mix of natural beauty and vibrant beach culture, best appreciated from the air.
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- 15 Minute Exclusive Helicopter Flight
- Photo Opportunity at the front of the Aircraft
- Refreshments
- Expert Local Commentary
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- All passengers will be weighed upon check in.
- If you have an infant (a passenger under 2 years), you will be required to book a private flight for additional cost.
- Helicopters are collapsible wheelchair accessible, however the pilot is unable to assist passengers with boarding and disembarking due to occupational, health and safety regulations.
- This flight requires a minimum number of 4 passengers to depart and is only available upon request
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• This tour is available to passengers in a wheelchair. Please advise indicate level of assistance required in the Special Requirements box at time of booking. • All flight times are approximate and subject to change due to weather conditions, weight restrictions and other operational issues. • We operate a fleet of helicopters that have different operating parameters, passengers who are in excess of 135kg can't travel in the R44 and groups of 4 passengers who are in excess of 360kg in combined weight may have to upgrade to a larger helicopter for additional cost. • Accurate individual passenger weights MUST be provided at the time of booking. Failure to provide accurate weights may result in the passenger(s) being unable to fly or further costs to the passenger(s) to proceed with the planned flight or aircraft upgrade. This is all based on safety and will never be compromised. If passenger(s) are unable to fly due to inaccurate weights, no refund will be given. • Bookings for two passengers with a combined weight of more that 180kg's are required to book a private flight • If you have an infant (a passenger under 2 years), you will be required to book a private flight for additional cost. • Children from the age of 2 years must occupy their own seat and are charged at the same rate as an adult.
