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30 Minute Scenic Flight
Highlights
- Soar over Darwin’s skyline for breathtaking views of the city centre and its vibrant waterfront precinct.
- Glide above Mindil Beach to witness the iconic markets and stunning coastal vistas from the air.
- Explore the lush mangroves and spot crocodiles along the scenic flight path to Lee Point.
- Experience the rich history of East Point Reserve and its fortifications from a unique aerial perspective.
This flight provides a great snapshot of Darwin’s diverse natural beauty while providing insight into the major events, both past and present, that have shaped it into the laid back, but modern and internationally connected city, that we know today.
Departing from Charles Darwin National Park on the Darwin city fringe, highlights include:
Sweeping views of the Darwin city centre
Stokes Hill Wharf and International Cruise Ship Terminal
Darwin’s popular Waterfront Precinct including wave park and Darwin Convention Centre
Darwin Esplanade and Bicentennial Park
Cullen Bay Marina
Mindil Beach – home to the famous Mindil Beach Markets
East Point Reserve and historical fortifications
Beautiful coastal vistas along Nightcliff and Casuarina Beach up to Lee Point
Hope Inlet with pockets of Monsoon forest and extensive Mangroves – crocodiles!
East Arm Wharf
Flight returns to our landing site in Charles Darwin National Park
Tour details
Features
Service facilities
Disabled access available, contact operator for details.
Operation information
Nautilus Aviation
Nautilus Aviation is a privately owned and operated, proven helicopter specialist with over 25 years flying experience and has grown to become one of Australia’s premier helicopter operators. Today our network of bases spans Cairns, Port Douglas, Townsville, Darwin and Torres Strait (Horn Island).
Nautilus Aviation has built an outstanding reputation based on the quality and diversity of our fleet of helicopters and our commitment to the safety of all passengers and personnel at all times.
We pride ourselves on our customer service from the delivery of commercial air work, pilot training and chartered flights all while working in partnership with a number of top tourism operators to deliver leisure experiences over some of the iconic natural landscapes of Northern Australia.
Accreditations
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ECO Certified (Advanced Ecotourism) by Ecotourism Australia
- Gold Level BARS Accreditation
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Quality Tourism Accreditation
Memberships
- Australian Tourism Export Council
- Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
- NT – Tourism Top End
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