Abu Dhabi City Tour by Helicopter

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Duration17m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 6 travelers

Overview

Experience Abu Dhabi in a compact shared 17 minute helicopter sightseeing tour focused on the city iconic skyline and landmarks. Take off from a central heliport and follow Corniche Road, where glass towers, promenades and the Arabian Gulf form a postcard panorama.

Continuing along the waterfront, you pass Marina Mall, Rixos Marina Abu Dhabi, the Heritage Village area and the towering UAE flagpole, seeing modern Abu Dhabi alongside its cultural quarter.

The route then delivers premium aerial views of Emirates Palace and the Presidential Palace, their domes, gardens and waterfront especially striking from above. To complete the loop, you glide over Al Hudayriat Island before heading toward Sheikh Zayed Sports City and Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, one of the most memorable sights of the tour.

What's included

  • Government Fees
  • Landing and facility fees
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Parking Fees
  • Private transportation
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. The Corniche
    Pass by
    Hover along the Corniche to admire Abu Dhabi’s signature skyline, with glass towers, manicured waterfront and turquoise waters stretching below. The aerial view reveals how the city unfolds between desert and sea.
  2. Marina Mall
    Pass by
    Circle the Marina district to see Marina Mall, the marina and beachfront hotels from above, with yachts, promenades and resort pools creating a lively coastal picture.
  3. Emirates Palace Marina
    Pass by
    Fly past the opulent Emirates Palace and the neighboring Presidential Palace, where elegant domes, courtyards and gardens stand out in cream and gold against the blue water.
  4. Emirates Heritage Village
    Pass by
    Glide over the Heritage Village area and the towering national flagpole, spotting traditional style buildings and open spaces that celebrate the country’s cultural roots on the edge of the modern city.
  5. Al Hudayriat Island Beach
    Pass by
    Complete the loop with panoramic views of Al Hudayriat Island’s bridges, beaches and recreational areas before turning toward Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, whose white domes and minarets create one of the most impressive scenes of the entire flight.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Abu Dhabi Cruise Port Heliport

End point

Abu Dhabi Cruise Port Heliport

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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