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Melbourne to 12 Apostles VIP Helicopter Tour (1 hour Flight)

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Experience the natural wonder of the 12 Apostles on this Private VIP Helicopter Tour from Melbourne. Your first class flight takes just 1 hour by helicopter from Melbourne where you'll enjoy breath-taking views of the Great Ocean Road before your private landing at the 12 Apostles Helipad.

Enjoy a private scenic flight over the 12 Apostles along with up to 2 hours on the ground to enjoy the spectacular views from the viewing platforms nearby, or take the secret walk down the Gibson steps to see the 12 Apostles up close, at sea level from the beach.

️ Optional Winery Tour: Make a private landing at a local winery for a gourmet lunch and wine tasting on your return journey (meals & drinks charged separately).

Optional Penguin Parade Tour: Be dropped off at Phillip Island for the world famous Penguin Parade. This included a scenic flight over Phillip Island, premium viewing seats for the Penguin Parade, guided ranger tour and return car transfers to Melbourne in the evening.

What's Included

  • Optional Tour: Private landing at Winery for Lunch
  • Time for photos in front of your helicopter
  • Private Helicopter reserved exclusively for you
  • Lunch
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Hangar 7
Wirraway Road, Essendon Fields VIC 3041, Australia

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What To Expect

Great Ocean Road (Pass By)

Experience a helicopter flight from Melbourne to the 12 Apostles and fly over the Great Ocean Road.
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Gibsons Steps (Pass By)

Fly over the Gibson Steps, the starting point of the 12 Apostles.
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Twelve Apostles

Your flight to the Twelve Apostles takes 1 hour and 15 minutes from Melbourne. Land directly in the Twelve Apostles and spend up to 2 hours on the ground before your return flight.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Loch Ard Gorge (Pass By)

Loch Ard Gorge, one of the most iconic coastal beaches in Port Campbell
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The Bakers Oven (Pass By)

The Bakers Oven, a spectacular point along the 12 Apostles coastline
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London Bridge (Pass By)

The London Bridge, famous for collapsing and leaving 3 people stranded and eventually rescued by police helicopter.
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The Grotto (Pass By)

The Grotto is a sinkhole geological formation and tourist attraction, found on the Great Ocean Road
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Bay of Martyrs (Pass By)

The Bay of Martyrs is by far one of the most beautiful spots along the Great Ocean Road
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Bay Of Islands Coastal Park (Pass By)

A stunning collection of rock stacks and sheltered bays with clifftop walks, scenic lookouts and small beach coves near Peterborough along the Great Ocean Road.
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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Q: What's included in the price?

A: The following is included: Optional Tour: Private landing at Winery for Lunch.Time for photos in front of your helicopter.Private Helicopter reserved exclusively for you.Optional Tour: Phillip Island Penguin Parade.Private Landing at 12 Apostles Helipad.2 hours to walk down the Gibson Steps or visit the viewing platforms.Guaranteed window seat.Premium noise-cancelling headsets from Bose. The following is NOT included: Lunch. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Activity code: C-361539P7

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What's Included

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  • Optional Tour: Private landing at Winery for Lunch
  • Time for photos in front of your helicopter
  • Private Helicopter reserved exclusively for you
  • Optional Tour: Phillip Island Penguin Parade
  • Private Landing at 12 Apostles Helipad
  • 2 hours to walk down the Gibson Steps or visit the viewing platforms
  • Guaranteed window seat
  • Premium noise-cancelling headsets from Bose
  • Lunch

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Cancellation Policy

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This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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