The World’s 3 Best Helicopter Tours

1.Jet Boat Ride and Scenic Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 127 reviews · 1h 30m · from $148Our pick

Start behind the Vibe Hotel in Surfers Paradise with a fast, splashy 55-minute jet boat ride led by an entertaining guide such as Toby or Jake. Then transfer to Marina Mirage for a 10-minute helicopter flight over Broadbeach, Q1, Surfers Paradise, SeaWorld, and South Stradbroke Island. Plan your own return.

“Booked this for my parents and they loved every moment - great surprise present. Would definitely recommend.”

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2.Gold Coast Helicopter 10 min Flight and Jet Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 84 reviews · from $212Top rated

Start near Surfers Paradise with a 55-minute Broadwater jet boat ride filled with spins and power slides, then take a 10-minute helicopter flight over Q1, Broadbeach, Main Beach, and South Stradbroke Island. Expect a small group, provided life jackets, and plenty of water spray.

“The boat ride was great fun. Although, we did get wet even with the rain coats on, we did not mind it one bit. It was exhilarating.”

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3.Christchurch Heli-Jet – Helicopter and Jet Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $291

Fly from Christchurch over Canterbury’s braided rivers, land near the Waimakariri River, and ride the shallow channels on the 20-minute Braided Blast jet boat trip. A licensed pilot and professional jet boat driver handle the action, with a return helicopter flight to the helibase.

“Felt like a rockstar getting choppered into the boats 😂 Beautiful seeing Christchurch from the sky The river is so clear and beautiful Would definitely do it again ❤️”

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