Enjoy spectacular scenic aerial views of the city of Dubai on a 30-minute helicopter ride.

About this activity

Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
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Covid-19 precautions: Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
Duration 30 minutes: Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide: English
Audio guide included: English
Wheelchair accessible
Small group: Limited to 5 participants

Highlights

Enjoy a 30-minute helicopter tour over Dubai, seeing all its main sites
Fly over the Palm Jumeirah and the World Islands archipelago
See the Burj Khalifa from the air

Full description

Take off from the Dubai Police Academy helipad and then ascend towards the Emirates Mall, the Jumeirah Lakes, and Emirates Hills. Turn towards the Marina and see the Ain Dubai, the largest Ferris wheel in the world. Head inland to the famous 7-star Burj Al Arab Hotel. Fly over the Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis Hotel, and The World Islands Arhipelagago. As you reach the Jumeirah shoreline, admire the stunning Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world. Fly onwards to Port Rashid and finally Dubai Creek, where you will see the most historic buildings of the city situated next to modern developments.

Includes

30-minute helicopter tour
Commentary

Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Not suitable for

Children under 2 years
People with mobility impairments
People with pre-existing medical conditions

Covid-19 precautions

You must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed

Safety measures in place

All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds

Traveler requirements

You are required to bring and wear a mask
You will receive a mandatory temperature check

Meeting point

Once you arrive at the parking area, look for the HeliDubai van which will bring you to the helipad. Present the voucher upon arrival. Please arrive 45-minutes before the scheduled flight time.

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Important information

What to bring

Passport or ID card

Not allowed

Weapons or sharp objects
Selfie sticks
Professional cameras

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.8 /5

based on 14 reviews

Review summary

Guide
4.5/5
Transportation
4.5/5
Value for money
4.5/5

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30-minute scenic flight over the "new" Dubai - no flight over the old town - some buildings have been "overflown" several times - you can do it and it was definitely very impressive - but the price isn't exactly cheap. Next time I'm in Dubai I won't do it again

February 1, 2022

Seamless process, friendly and helpful customer service and as you can imagine the helicopter ride was spectacular

March 23, 2022

January 29, 2022

Dubai: Scenic Helicopter Tour

Dubai: Scenic Helicopter Tour

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