Shearwater Helicopter Experience

It's time to dust off your travel bucket list with the Shearwater Helicopter Experience. There's no better way to see the amazing Victoria Falls than from the air, but it’s not just the Falls that you'll see: landscapes, wildlife, and much more.

There are two flight options for this activity

FLIGHT OF ANGELS

12-13 minutes

Named after a quote by famous explorer David Livingstone, “Scenes so lovely must have been gazed upon by Angels in their flight.” This tour starts after take-off and heads straight to the falls. Flying over the Falls gives you an excellent view of one of Africa's most notable natural wonders. Fly upstream where you can spot game in the Zambezi National Park

ZAMBEZI SPECTACULAR

25 minutes

In addition to what you would see on the Fight of Angels tour. This flight gives you the opportunity to witness all three states of the Zambezi: tranquil upper river, dramatic falls, and white-water rapids downriver.

The helicopters have specially designed bubble windows giving passengers the best views possible. They don't sell middle seats, so all travellers can enjoy their trip without interruption.

The helipad is close to town, and you’ll be flying over Victoria Falls on a thrilling helicopter experience within minutes of take-off

The Activity

More Helicopter Experience Information

You'll enjoy a free pick up from any Victoria Falls Hotel.
There are no age restrictions, but adults must accompany children. Children under the age of 3 fly for free, sitting on a parent’s lap during the flight. Children over the age of 3 pay full price.
Generally, passengers are limited to a weight of 120kg per person. This rule can be avoided if there are other lighter passengers on the flight.

Bring cash with you to cover park fees. You can also purchase videos and photos of your experience to take home.
Bring your camera, but leave anything too heavy or that will take up unnecessary space behind.

Their Bell 206 Long Ranger and Bell Jet Ranger helicopters are the most reliable aircraft in the industry and are maintained to expert standards.
Shearwater follows the guidelines of the South African Maintenance Organisation and Civil Aviation Authority of Zimbabwe, and their service centre is accredited by the International Business Aviation Council and the Helicopter Association International.
The company has $5 million USD in public liability for incidents involving helicopters, and $2 million USD for any incident that does not occur within the helicopter. This is underwritten by Lloyds of London.

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