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Perth City Seaplane Scenic Flight
Highlights
- Experience the thrill of take-off in a state-of-the-art seaplane from the picturesque Swan River.
- Soar above Perth's skyline, capturing breathtaking views of iconic landmarks like Optus Stadium and Cottesloe Beach.
- Drift over the leafy western suburbs, enjoying a unique perspective of the city's vibrant landscape.
- Land gently on the calm waters of the Swan River, concluding your unforgettable aerial adventure.
Experience the unique thrill of taking off and landing in a state-of-the-art seaplane, direct from the Swan River.
After meeting at the Queen Street Jetty situated on the picturesque South Perth foreshore, you will be greeted by the friendly staff and check in to ‘Perth’s only’ seaplane scenic flight!
Upon boarding the aircraft and finding your window seat, you will enjoy a short taxi to the middle of the Swan River before taking off. Soaring out of the water and flying across the cityscape at a low level, you will witness the most incredible views of Heirisson Island, The Crown, Matagarup Bridge and Optus Stadium before flying between Perth and Northbridge taking in full aerial views of the city.
After a flight past Kings Park tracking over the expanse of the Swan River to Fremantle, you will also see Perth’s iconic Cottesloe Beach and the leafy western suburbs.
Enjoy one last flight past Perth’s skyscrapers before touching down on the calm waters of the Swan River.
Tour details
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Available from 2 October 2024 to 1 June 2025
Features
Service facilities
Service Tags
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
General access
- Offers multiple options for booking – web, email, phone is available.
- Offers a range of contact methods for receiving complaints.
- Companion Cards are accepted.
- Staff are trained in disability awareness.
- Accessibility information and photos, including of a bathroom, room and/or floor plan on their website (can be emailed on request).
- Asks all visitors if there are any specific needs to be met.
- Website meets <a href="https://www.w3.org/WAI/standards-guidelines/wcag/" target="_blank">WCAG 2.0</a> accessibility standards
- Advise tour guides of the access needs of guests at the time of booking (includes pick up and drop off requirements)
- Assistance with booking arrangements (includes providing clear itineraries with written instructions on what to do at various destinations)
Communication
Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
- Staff are trained in communicating with people with learning or behavioural challenges.
- Uses Plain English / easy read signage and information (includes menus and emergency information)
Vision
Caters for people who are blind or have vision loss.
- Digital communication materials (hard copy information also online) is available.
- Uses easy to read fonts in their signage and communication materials (Helvetica and Arial).
- Staff are trained in customer service for people with vision loss (training would incorporate way finding and communicating with people with vision loss).
- An appropriate area for toileting an assistance dog is available.
Hearing
Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss.
- Staff are trained in communicating with people who are deaf or have hearing loss.
- Caption all entertainment (TVs, live shows, performances) is available.
Physical – Mobility
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
Physical – High support needs
Caters for people with high support needs who travel with a support person.
Allergies and intolerances
Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.
Access & Inclusion
An access and inclusion statement is available on the business website.
- https://swanriverseaplanes.com.au/accessibility/
Operation information
Swan River Seaplanes
Swan River Seaplanes offer world-class air tour experiences like no other with scenic seaplane flights direct from Perth’s central business district providing you uninterrupted aerial views of Perth’s cityscape, Kings Park and Botanic Gardens, Fremantle plus the spectacular Western Australian coastline.
Scheduled departures offer you the ability to quickly and conveniently reach world-renowned destinations such as Rottnest Island in their 12-seat, state-of-the-art Cessna 208 Caravan. You can package your flight with a range of hand-picked, exclusive and interactive tours and experiences or choose your own adventure.
Whether you’re travelling solo, as a couple or in a group, Swan River Seaplane’s exclusive and interactive itineraries offer captivating, once-in-a-lifetime experiences from the moment you depart!
One-way or return, their new daily flight schedule and exciting range of day tours from Perth open up a world of possibility for exploring some of Western Australia’s most spectacular regions.
Activities
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Accreditations
- China Ready and Accredited Program
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Quality Tourism Accreditation
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Sustainable Tourism Accreditation by ATIC
Memberships
- Australian Tourism Export Council
- Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
- Visitor Information Centre
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