Experience Abu Dhabi like never before with a shared helicopter tour, offering panoramic aerial views of the city’s top attractions. Fly over the majestic Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Corniche, Yas Island, and more, capturing stunning photos from a unique vantage point. This luxurious and thrilling experience is perfect for adventurers, photographers, and those seeking an exclusive way to explore the UAE’s capital.
Important Check-In Information:
- Check-In Time: Please arrive 45 minutes before your scheduled flight with your original passport or official photo ID.
- Required Information: Provide your passenger weight and contact telephone number for operational purposes.
- Dress Code: Wear light, comfortable clothing. Scarves and hats are not permitted for safety reasons.
Onboard Items: Only sunglasses and a smartphone or camera are allowed onboard. Complimentary lockers will be available to store other valuables. Selfie sticks and tablets are not allowed.
Passengers Who Cannot Fly:
- For safety reasons, passengers who meet any of the following criteria cannot fly:
- Pregnant women more than 3 months along
- Children under 2 years of age
Passengers with serious heart problems or other significant medical conditions
Disabilities Coverage:
- Mental health and emotional disabilities
- Physical disabilities due to impairment
Passengers who have undergone major surgery recently
Weight and Security Regulations:
- Passenger Weight: All passengers' weight will be checked before boarding to comply with helicopter weight and balance regulations. The weight limit per seat is 110kg. If you weigh more than this, you may need to purchase an additional seat.
- Seating Arrangements: The final seating in the helicopter is determined by the total weight of passengers. While you can request a seat, we are unable to guarantee it in advance.
Security Check: All passengers will be subject to security control as per GCAA regulations. Baggage is not allowed on board and can be stored in the designated lounge lockers.
Additional Restrictions and Safety Precautions:
- Baggage: Only cameras, cell phones, and sunglasses are allowed on the helicopter. All bags, hats, and scarves should be placed in a locker before your flight.
- Photography: You may not take pictures while walking to and from the heliport. Once inside the helicopter, you can take photos of your experience. Our staff will also take a picture in front of the helicopter, which you can purchase as a print or digital copy after the tour.
Visibility: In case of reduced visibility, flights may still operate. However, if weather conditions are poor, we may need to cancel the flight. We will do our best to notify you as soon as possible, and refunds are available if your flight cannot be rescheduled.
Important Notes:
- Flight Routes & Duration: Flight routes and duration may change due to air traffic control regulations or other unexpected factors, such as unscheduled maintenance.
- Weather Conditions: All flights are subject to helicopter availability, air traffic control, and other unforeseen circumstances that are beyond Falcon Helicopters' reasonable control.
SCENIC TOUR - 17 MIN. Flight
Fly from Abu Dhabi’s most famous world renowned landmarks. Take a glimpse of the skyscrapers built in one of the most iconic roads in Abu Dhabi – Corniche. Fly towards the Marina Mall, Rixos Hotel, Emirates Palace, Presidential Palace, Heritage Village and see the tallest flagpole in the country. Catch the city of Abu Dhabi, Al Hudayriat Island, Sheikh Zayed Sports City, and the stunning Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque.
Abu Dhabi TOUR - 30 MIN. Flight
Soar over the Arabian Gulf and experience the breathtaking views across Abu Dhabi. From Mina Zayed, cross the Corniche and fly over the city’s most prominent district, while gazing at the outstanding sculptures of the Rixos Hotel, Marina Mall, Giant Flagpole, and the icon of Abu Dhabi’s skyline – Presidential Palace. Admire the impressive green lush garden of Emirates Palace before the captivating turquoise sea of Al Hudayriat Island and leaning tower of Abu Dhabi – Capital Gate. On the way back, fly over the astonishing Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Sports City, Abu Dhabi City and admire the mangroves around Reem Island.
Helicopter ride over Abu Dhabi (Duration varies by package)
Professional pilot & safety briefing
Headsets for live commentary
Unmatched aerial views of the city
Photo opportunities before departure
Sharing Helicopter Tour in Abu Dhabi Location
FAQ for Sharing Helicopter Tour in Abu Dhabi
Reservations are not required but highly recommended. If you arrive at the heliport without a reservation you may have to wait for an available flight or schedule a flight later in the day. Due to limited availability we would recommend booking at least 3 days in advance. During peak times we would recommend booking further in advance due to high demand.
Any time of day is good to fly depending on the visibility. We usually recommend booking around your schedule because the visibility is unpredictable. Keep in mind that during the winter months the sun sets earlier and can affect the tour.
You can fly if you are pregnant; we recommend checking with your healthcare provider if you have any concerns.
We ask you to check-in 45 minutes prior to your scheduled flight time to ensure that all of our flights depart on time. If you are running late, we may not have you ready for your flight to depart on time and you may miss your flight. We will always do our best to accommodate you on a later flight if available; however we cannot guarantee that you will be able to fly.
If there is reduced visibility, then we may still be able to fly. In the case of bad visibility we may need to cancel flights. We will do our best to notify you as soon as we know your flight will be canceled. We will always try to reschedule your flight. If you are unable to reschedule your flight, it is fully refundable.
Refund Policy for Sharing Helicopter Tour in Abu Dhabi
All cancellations are made 48 hours prior to the Tour departure time NO charges will be applicable.
If cancellation is made within 24 - 47 hours of your Tour departure time 50% charges will be applicable.
If cancellation is made within 23 hours of your Tour departure time 100% charges will be applicable.
If eligible for Refund your Amount will be returned back to your account within 45 working days.
Full charges apply for NO SHOW
Children under 2 years will not be allowed to flight
2 years old and above will be charged an adult rate
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