Robben Island and Cape Point Helicopter Tour

What's included

What you'll see and do

1. Robben Island Museum

   Your journey begins at the VandA Waterfront and takes you across the ocean toward Robben Island, where you’ll enjoy a powerful aerial view of the historic site that once held Nelson Mandela.

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2. Sea Point

   After circling the island, the flight follows the Atlantic Seaboard past Cape Town Stadium.

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3. Camp's Bay Beach

   After Sea Point the flight follows the Atlantic Seaboard past Cape Town Stadium, Sea Point, Clifton, and Camps Bay, revealing turquoise waters and dramatic mountain scenery all the way to Hout Bay.

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4. Hout Bay

   As the helicopter approaches the bay, the dramatic amphitheatre of mountains rises around you, wrapping the coastline in rugged cliffs and deep‑blue water. The harbour below looks like a postcard brought to life, with fishing boats, sweeping beaches, and the curve of Chapman’s Peak Drive carved into the mountainside.

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5. Scarborough Beach

   Flying from Hout Bay toward Noordhoek is where the coastline truly begins to show off. As you leave the dramatic cliffs of Hout Bay behind, the helicopter glides along Chapman’s Peak, revealing one of the most spectacular coastal roads in the world carved into the mountainside. The water below shifts from deep Atlantic blue to bright turquoise, and the long stretch of Noordhoek Beach appears like a ribbon of white sand running along the edge of the ocean.

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6. Cape Point

   Flying over Cape Point is an unforgettable highlight of the journey. As the helicopter approaches the tip of the peninsula, the dramatic cliffs rise sharply from the ocean, creating a powerful meeting point between the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. From above, you can clearly see the swirling colours of the water as the currents collide, a natural spectacle that makes Cape Point one of South Africa’s most iconic landmarks. The historic lighthouse perched on the cliff adds to the scene, standing watch over the rugged coastline and offering a striking contrast to the vast ocean below. This aerial view captures the raw beauty, scale, and energy of Cape Point in a way that simply isn’t possible from the ground.

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7. Muizenberg

   Flying from Cape Point toward Muizenberg offers one of the most striking transitions of the entire journey. As you leave the dramatic cliffs and swirling ocean currents behind, the helicopter glides along the edge of False Bay, revealing a vast sweep of calm, turquoise water that stretches all the way to the horizon. The coastline below shifts from rugged rock formations to long, gentle beaches, creating a beautiful contrast to the wild energy of Cape Point. Passing over Boulders Beach, you’ll enjoy a clear aerial view of its sheltered coves and the famous African penguin colony that makes this spot so unique. The flight continues along the curve of the bay until Muizenberg comes into sight, its colourful beach huts and lively shoreline welcoming you back to the warmer, softer side of Cape Town’s coastline.

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8. Constantia

   Flying from Muizenberg toward Constantia and Claremont offers a beautiful shift from coastline to lush, tree‑lined suburbs. As you leave the colourful beach huts and sweeping curve of False Bay behind, the helicopter climbs gently toward the southern slopes of Table Mountain, revealing the green valleys and historic wine estates of Constantia below. The flight continues over Claremont’s leafy neighbourhoods, where parks, gardens, and winding streets create a peaceful contrast to the dramatic mountain backdrop. Wrapping around the mountain, the city begins to open up beneath you—Cape Town’s harbour, skyline, and bustling waterfront come into full view. The descent toward the Cape Town Waterfront Helipad is smooth and scenic, offering a final panoramic sweep of the ocean, the harbour, and the iconic silhouette of Table Mountain as you return to where your journey began.

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Where it starts and ends

Before you book

Cancellation

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

Languages

en

Ticket

Mobile Only

Runs on

Every day

Group size

Up to 6 travelers per booking

Operated by

Sport Helicopters Cape Town

Know before you go

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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