About this tour
A 60-minute helicopter scenic flight over Broome's coastline, departing from your accommodation. You'll see Cable Beach, pearl farms near Willie Creek, the distinctive red cliffs at James Price Point, and follow the coast north past Roebuck Bay and Dampier Creek. The flight includes live commentary and covers roughly 80 kilometres of Broome's most striking coastal landscapes, with opportunities to spot marine life in shallow reefs below.
Highlights
- Low-level views of Cable Beach and pearl farm patterns from above
- James Price Point's red cliffs with fossilised marine remains visible
- Live English commentary on geology, wildlife, and local history
- Coastal passage past Reddell Beach, Roebuck Bay, and Dampier Creek
- Clear views of shallow reef systems and aqua waters
- Hotel pickup and drop-off included in total experience time
- Suitable for all fitness levels, infants accommodated with seat options
What to expect
You'll be picked up from your accommodation and taken to the helipad. After a safety briefing, you board the helicopter for a 60-minute flight. The route starts over Cable Beach, then heads north to Willie Creek's pearl farms where tidal patterns shape the visible colours below. You'll climb to view James Price Point's red cliffs, then follow the coastline past several beaches and bays, with the pilot pointing out geological features, wildlife, and reef systems below. The flight concludes with a return to base and transfer back to your accommodation.
There are no ground landings — you're in the air for the entire scenic portion. Bring a camera with a good shutter speed for aerial shots; water and in-flight snacks are provided.
What travellers say
- Unique aerial perspective on tidal patterns shaping pearl farm layouts
- Geological commentary makes red cliffs and fossilised marine history engaging
- No fitness barrier — accessible to visitors with mobility limitations
- Door-to-door convenience with hotel pickup and drop-off
- Clear waters and shallow reefs visible for marine life spotting
- No ground landings — you see sites from air only, never walk them
- Helicopter noise level may be intense for sensitive ears
- Weather-dependent; cyclone season can trigger last-minute cancellations
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This suits anyone wanting a wide-view overview of Broome's coastal geology and marine environment without hiking or boat-based travel. It's especially good for those with limited mobility who want aerial sightseeing. The flight is suitable for all fitness levels. Infants can travel and special seats are available — confirm your child's age and weight when booking. Weather can occasionally force rescheduling; cyclone season (November–April) may affect availability. The flight is noise-level standard for helicopters. Group sizes vary; you may fly with other passengers. No ground time means no toilet breaks once airborne — use facilities beforehand. Pickup and drop-off is included; the total experience runs 1 hour 30 minutes.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BookNow summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.