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Helicopter Tour - Heli Dubai

12 to 25 minDubai, United Arab Emirates4 options
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  • Duration

    12 to 25 min

  • Activity level

    Low

  • Options

    4 to choose from

Highlights

  • Panoramic flight over Palm Jumeirah, Burj Al Arab, and Burj Khalifa
  • Luxury turbine helicopters with spacious sightseeing windows and climate control
  • Live audio commentary from experienced commercial pilots
  • Departing from the central Dubai Police Academy Helipad in Al Sufouh
  • Unmatched aerial photo and video opportunities of Dubai landmarks
  • Choice of 12, 17, and 25-minute flight routes

What's included

For this activity in general. Each option below lists its own.

Included in the activity

  • Helicopter flight of chosen duration (12, 17, or 25 minutes)
  • Pre-flight safety briefing and passenger orientation
  • Pilot commentary through aviation headsets
  • Access to air-conditioned Helidubai lounge and lockers
  • Complimentary bottled water at the lounge

Not included

  • Hotel transfers (can be arranged separately)
  • Personal souvenir photos and high-resolution ground photos
  • Gratuities

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About this experience

About Heli Dubai Helicopter Tours

Experience Dubai from an unforgettable vantage point aboard a state-of-the-art luxury helicopter. Departing from the helipad at the Dubai Police Academy (adjacent to Burj Al Arab), HeliDubai provides breathtaking panoramic views of the city's architectural wonders, artificial archipelagos, and coastlines.

With large panoramic windows and commentary from your commercial pilot, you will soar over Burj Al Arab, the outer crescent of Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis The Palm, The World Islands, Dubai Canal, and the soaring spire of Burj Khalifa.

Tour Duration Options

  • 12-Minute Iconic Tour: Sweeps over Burj Al Arab, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Canal, and Jumeirah coastline.
  • 17-Minute Palm Tour: Extends across the entirety of Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis, Burj Al Arab, and Downtown Dubai.
  • 22/25-Minute Vision Tour: Complete aerial voyage covering Old Dubai, Dubai Creek, Wind Towers, Burj Khalifa, and the modern coastline.

Know before you go

Good to know

  • Every passenger must present an original physical passport or Emirates ID at check-in (copies or photos are not accepted per GCAA rules).
  • Wear comfortable clothing; avoid loose scarves or hats on the helipad.
  • Large bags and backpacks are not permitted onboard; secure lockers are provided.

What to bring

  • Original Passport or Emirates ID
  • Smartphone or camera (with strap)
  • Sunglasses

Health and safety

  • Pregnant women up to 32 weeks can fly with a doctor certificate; flights not permitted after 32 weeks.
  • All flights comply with UAE General Civil Aviation Authority safety standards.

Opening hours

  • Open 24 hours, every day

Where it is

HeliDubai Helipad

Enter through the visitor gate of Dubai Police Academy on Al Sufouh Road. Follow signs directly to the HeliDubai terminal.

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