See the World from Different Heights: 5 Famous Helicopter Tours Globally

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By Rita

Helicopter tours are very popular in many countries. Although they tend to be pricey, the views you get are absolutely worth the cost.BBC Travelhas rounded up five renowned helicopter tour destinations around the world—maybe it’s time to start saving up for one of these once-in-a-lifetime experiences!

1. Sydney Helicopter Tour: $750
The helicopter departs from Sydney, flies over the iconic Sydney Opera House, passes by the Sydney Harbour Bridge, and then heads to the outskirts. The most popular route is the Hunter Valley Pub Crawl, which can be reached in a seven-hour helicopter journey.
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2. Los Angeles: $349
The air quality in downtown Los Angeles isn’t great, so taking a helicopter out to the countryside for some fresh air has become quite the trend. Just a 15–25 minute flight from LA, you can see numerous attractions such as Hollywood, Beverly Hills, and more. The helicopter will eventually land on a mountaintop, letting travelers enjoy nature.
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3. Hong Kong: $3,500 (price for six people)
The Hong Kong helicopter tour route includes landmarks such as The Peninsula Hotel, the Victoria skyline, and the South Hong Kong Island Bay, among others. The price also covers a spa session and a meal.
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4. London: $2,000 (price for six people)
The helicopter will let you gaze at the stunning view of the River Thames from 1,000 feet above, passing by landmarks such as London Bridge, Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, and St. Paul’s Cathedral. This itinerary lasts about 18 minutes; another option is an hour-long flight covering more than 40 famous landmarks in London.
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5. Brazil: Approximately $570
The helicopter tours depart either from Sugarloaf Mountain or the Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon helipad. A 60-minute flight offers views of the world’s largest rainforest.
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