Alice Springs Helicopters

View the untouched regions of Central Australia from above and get out your camera to snap the startling beauty of the culturally significant sights.

Alice Springs Helicopters is the largest helicopter tour operator in Alice Springs. Their photographic journey and scenic flights highlight the startling beauty and cultural significance of the East and West MacDonnell Ranges.

Private charters featuring some of the most magnificent natural wonders of the world are a speciality. Charters can include, Lake Amadeus, Palm Valley, Larapinta Trail or Uluru / Ayers Rock and are perfect for the contemporary explorer.

All flights commence from their modern, air-conditioned terminal located within the Alice Springs Airport Precinct, not far from the heart of the Alice. Alice Springs Helicopters is an Accredited Tourism business and the only helicopter operator in Australia providing Advanced Eco-Accredited flights.

Heli-touring is suited to all ages and fitness levels and is the best way to view the untouched regions of Central Australia.

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Advanced Ecotourism CertifiedRespecting Our Culture Indigenous Accreditation Program
$100 – $9,450

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Tours

Aboriginal Art Tour
Art lovers with a few hours to spare will be thrilled to learn you now have a quick and comfortable travel option to the remote Aboriginal art workshops of the Ltyentye Apurte Community at Santa Teresa (approximately 80 kilometres south-east of Alice Springs).

You'll fly directly to the community, situated on the edge of the Simpson Desert, in your own private helicopter, landing just a short walk from the Keringke Arts Centre where you can meet with the artists, discover their unique style of desert art and purchase works, if you wish, from the local gallery.

Please quote tour code ASP8 when booking. Indicative rate quoted is per charter.

Alice Springs Heli-Photo Tours
Alice Springs Helicopters gives you the unique opportunity to create your dream photographic journey. All photography tours are aerial based and allow access to the most remote and inaccessible parts of Central Australia.

Tours can include a professional photography guide, meals, overnight stays and remote locations. All tours are conducted as private charters and are tailored specifically to suit an individual's interest and requirements.

Please quote tour code ASPHPT when booking. Please note - indicative rate quoted is per hour.

Around the Gaps
Discover the heart of the outback as you fly over Alice Springs, nestled in the foothills of rugged desert ranges. You'll cross the world famous Larapinta Walking Trail and visit craggy Simpsons Gap and Standley Chasm, a steep gorge rising 60 metres out of the range.

There are plenty of photo opportunities as you circle the chasm and head to Honeymoon Gap, following the colourful rocky ridge line past Mt Gillen to Heavitree Gap and into the East MacDonnell to Emily and Jessie Gaps, which feature prominently in local Aboriginal legend. Rock wallabies, camels and eagles are often seen during this flight over the geographic centre of Australia.

Please quote tour code ASP4 when booking. Please note that total tour duration is 2.5 hours and includes a 1 hour flight.

Ayers Rock Heli-Express (Full Day)
Ideal for travellers with a spare day to fill, this express helicopter flight crosses the James and Gardiner Ranges and Kings Canyon, Watarrka National Park, then heads directly to Uluru / Ayers Rock, for an aerial tour before landing at Connellan Airport. There's time to explore the area (approximately three hours) before boarding for your return flight, flying over Lake Amadeus, the largest salt lake in the Northern Territory and Palm Valley, a lush oasis of ancient palms and clear rock pools on the Finke River. Ground content is not included.

Please quote tour code ASP12 when booking. Indicative rate quoted is per charter.

Ayers Rock Heli-Express (Half Day)
Ideal for travellers with limited time, this express helicopter flight from Alice Springs crosses the James and Gardiner Ranges and Kings Canyon, Watarrka National Park, before heading direct to Uluru / Ayers Rock for an aerial tour.

There's time to stretch your legs and refresh at Connellan Airport before boarding your return flight over Lake Amadeus, the largest salt lake in the Northern Territory and Palm Valley, a lush oasis of ancient palms and clear rock pools on the Finke River.

Please quote tour code ASP11 when booking. Indicative rate quoted is per charter.

Ayers Rock Heli-Express (Overnight)
Not in a rush - then this overnight scenic heli-tour to Ayers Rock is perfect. You'll depart Alice Springs Airport in the morning, crossing the James and Gardiner Ranges and Kings Canyon, Watarrka National Park on the way to Uluru / Ayers Rock, for an aerial tour, before landing at Connellan Airport. Lunch can be enjoyed at Ayers Rock Resort before settling into your accommodation and refreshing for your afternoon activities.

Explore Uluru Kata-Tjuta National Park, experiencing the magic of The Rock at sunset and perhaps dining under the stars. An Uluru / Ayers Rock sunrise tour is a wonderful 'wake up call' before boarding the helicopter mid-morning for the return flight over Lake Amadeus, the largest salt lake in the Northern Territory, and Palm Valley, a lush oasis of ancient palms and clear rock pools on the Finke River.

Ground content at Ayers Rock is not included. Please quote tour code ASP13 when booking. Indicative rate quoted is per charter.

Champagne in the Heart
Enjoy a chilled glass of sparkling wine before joining your pilot for the perfect end to your day. Tracking west to Honeymoon Gap, you follow the ochre coloured sandstone cliffs to Mt Gillen, steeped in Aboriginal legend. Watch as the sun sets over Alice Springs, highlighting the vivid colours of the desert ranges and perhaps glimpse the rock wallabies sunning themselves on the rocky ledges in the late afternoon sun.

Please quote tour code SUN2 when booking. Please note that total tour duration is 2 hours and includes a 30 minute flight.

Larapinta Heli-Trail
The Larapinta Trail by air - this is the most comfortable way to 'do the trail' and perfect for those wanting a 'trekking experience in less than a day'. The half day heli-tour follows the world famous Larapinta Walking Trail through the West MacDonnell Ranges via Mt Gillen, Simpsons Gap, Standley Chasm, Mt Giles, Ormiston Pound and Gorge before landing at Glen Helen Resort.

Enjoy a gourmet picnic lunch on the banks of the ancient Finke River with time for a relaxing walk to Glen Helen Gorge. There are plenty of photo opportunities on your return flight to Alice Springs along the Finke and over the Ochre Pits, Serpentine Gorge and Ellery Creek Big Hole.

Please quote tour code ASP9 when booking. Indicative rate quoted is per charter.

Mystery Heli-Tour
Alice Springs Helicopters can't tell you too much, but you won't be disappointed with this magical mystery heli-tour. A fun fill flight packed with stunning scenery and great commentary about the famous sights and wonder that is Central Australia.

Please note that total tour duration is 1.5 hours and includes a 25 minute flight including return hotel transfers. Please quote tour code ASPM when booking.

Picnic at Ruby Gap
Ruby Gap Jewel of the Desert - One of central Australia's best kept secrets, Ruby Gap is situated east of Alice Springs in the rugged MacDonnell Ranges.

Following the red ranges to the still waters of John Hayes Rock Hole, you'll fly past the sheer cliffs of Trephina Gorge and along the Hale River, out over Corroboree Rock, once a storage place for sacred Aboriginal objects, a highlight of this half day tour.

Please quote tour code ASP10 when booking. Private charter, Price on Application.

Simpson's Explorer
Fly to the edge of wilderness country traversing all three mountain ranges of the West MacDonnell Range. Crossing the Larapinta Trail, you'll explore Simpsons Gap and it's crystal clear waterholes from the air, before tracking to Mt Gillen, the highest point in this range and part of the ancient Aboriginal legend of the dog spirit ancestor 'Uk-nool-ya'.

Then penetrating deep into the East MacDonnell Range, you reach Emily Gap, a significant place in Caterpillar Dreaming to the local Arrernte people. This flight offers great photo opportunities with panoramic aerial views of Central Australia.

Please quote tour code ASP3 when booking. Please note that total tour duration is 2 hours and includes a 35 minute flight.

Spirit of Mt Gillen
Follow the ochre coloured sandstone cliffs of the MacDonnell Range to Mt Gillen, steeped in Aboriginal legend and said to have been formed by the ancient Dog Spirit ancestor 'Uk-nool-ya'. You'll be inspired by the natural surroundings and cultural heritage of the area. Extensive views of Alice Springs, Heavitree Gap, the Todd River and colourful desert ranges are a feature of this scenic flight.

Please quote tour code ASP2 when booking. Please note that total tour duration is 1.5 hours and includes a 20 minute flight.

$100 – $9,450

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