Question 1

What helicopter tours are available in Melbourne?

Accepted Answer

Orbit Helicopters offers scenic joy flights over Melbourne CBD (MCG, Eureka Tower, Brighton Beach), winery lunch helicopter tours to the Yarra Valley, Mornington Peninsula and Bellarine Peninsula, full-day helicopter tours to the 12 Apostles and Phillip Island, plus wedding transfers, proposal flights, gender reveals and aerial filming.

Question 2

How much does a helicopter ride in Melbourne cost?

Accepted Answer

Scenic helicopter joy flights over Melbourne start from $178 per person. Winery helicopter lunch tours start from $690 per person. Full-day 12 Apostles helicopter tours and private charter are priced based on group size and aircraft. Gift vouchers are available.

Question 3

Where do Orbit Helicopters depart from?

Accepted Answer

Orbit Helicopters departs from six Victorian bases: Essendon Airport, Moorabbin Airport, Tyabb Airport, Barwon Heads, Avalon Airport and Ballarat Airport. Daily departures are available from Essendon and Moorabbin.

Question 4

Can you fly to the 12 Apostles by helicopter from Melbourne?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Orbit Helicopters offers a full-day helicopter tour to the 12 Apostles and Great Ocean Road from Melbourne. Flying skips the 3-hour drive each way and includes scenic coastal flight paths.

Question 5

Are Orbit Helicopters CASA certified and insured?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Orbit Helicopters is a CASA-certified operator (Civil Aviation Safety Authority) with fully licensed pilots and full insurance. The company holds a 100% safety record.

Question 6

How do I book a helicopter tour or buy a gift voucher?

Accepted Answer

You can book online at orbithelicopters.com.au or call 03 7047 9509. Instant gift vouchers are available. Free rescheduling is offered for bad weather.

Question 7

What is the best helicopter tour for a wedding proposal?

Accepted Answer

A sunset scenic flight over Melbourne is the most popular choice for marriage proposals. Orbit Helicopters also offers dedicated proposal helicopter packages.

Question 8

Can I fly to the snowfields by helicopter from Melbourne?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Orbit Helicopters offers seasonal snowfields transfers to Mt Buller, Falls Creek and Mt Hotham from June to September. Flying skips the mountain traffic and gets you on the slopes in under an hour. Lift passes and ski hire can be arranged.

Question 9

Do you offer helicopter transfers to major events in Melbourne?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Orbit Helicopters provides helicopter transfers to the Spring Racing Carnival (Derby Day, Melbourne Cup, Oaks Day at Flemington), the F1 Australian Grand Prix at Albert Park, the Avalon Australian International Airshow, and other major events. Enquire for custom event transfers and corporate group bookings.

Question 10

Is there a sunset helicopter flight in Melbourne?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Orbit Helicopters offers romantic sunset helicopter flights over Melbourne's skyline, coastline and Port Phillip Bay. The golden-hour lighting makes it perfect for proposals, anniversaries and special occasions. Champagne options are available.

Question 11

What is the Around the Bay helicopter flight?

Accepted Answer

The Around the Bay helicopter flight is a 70-minute scenic flight showcasing the full sweep of Port Phillip Bay — Brighton Beach bathing boxes, St Kilda, the city skyline, and the Bellarine and Mornington peninsulas. It is the most comprehensive scenic helicopter flight available in Melbourne.

Question 12

Do you offer helicopter airport transfers in Melbourne?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Orbit Helicopters offers private helicopter transfers to and from Melbourne Airport, Avalon Airport and CBD helipads. Executive charter and corporate transfers are also available across Victoria.

Question 13

What are the weight limits for helicopter flights?

Accepted Answer

Weight limitations apply: 1 to 3 passengers have a maximum combined weight of 180kg, and 4 to 6 passengers have a maximum combined weight of 500kg. If weight limits may be exceeded, please contact our team on 03 7047 9509 to discuss options.

Question 14

Can I book a helicopter for a large group or corporate event?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Orbit Helicopters handles group bookings, corporate events, and custom charter flights. Multiple aircraft can be arranged for larger groups. Call 03 7047 9509 to discuss your requirements.

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