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NAC Helicopters Cape Town has been flying since 1946: always growing; always improving.
Based in the iconic V&A Waterfront, we are perfectly located to showcase the Mother City's breathtaking beauty. With a professional and offering first-class service, we ensure that every client feels like a VIP.
Allow us to make your dreams come true as we fly you in one of our luxury helicopters, following the dramatic coastline of the Cape Peninsula or to your choice of destination. There is no limit as to where we can fly you, we are on standby to meet all your private and corporate aviation needs.
NAC Helicopters Cape Town forms part of National Airways Corporation (NAC), the largest general aviation company in Africa and one of the largest of its kind in the world.
Based at Lanseria International Airport, NAC also operates at Rand Airport in Johannesburg, the Ultimate Heliport in Midrand, Wonderboom Airport in Pretoria, the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town, Virginia Airport in Durban and Port Alfred Airport in the Eastern Cape.
NAC Helicopters Cape Town office
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The perfect option if you’re short on time. Take off from the V&A Waterfront with the Atlantic Ocean before you, passing over Green Point Stadium with views of Robben Island, Table Mountain, the City Bowl, Peninsula beaches, and the Twelve Apostles mountain range.
HIGHLIGHTS
• The V&A Waterfront is world-renowned for its luxury hotels, dining, retail and entertainment experiences.
• Green Point – A bustling Cape Town neighbourhood where sea, suburb and city meet, home to the Cape Town Stadium.
• Clifton Beach – The upmarket coastal stretch of Clifton, is a premier tourist spot that attracts locals and tourists alike.
• Table Mountain – One of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, Table Mountain is an iconic symbol of Cape Town.
The Chapman’s ‘Peek’ Tour (previously known as the Atlantico) brings you Cape Town’s favourite ocean views. Soar past the City Bowl, Atlantic Ocean, Table Mountain and the Twelve Apostles Mountain, before reaching the beaches of Clifton and Camps Bay, Hout Bay and scenic Chapman’s Peak.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Table Mountain – One of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, Table Mountain is an iconic symbol of Cape Town.
• Llandudno Beach, a beautiful stretch of coastline with white sands surrounded by large granite boulders and overlooked by the mountains.
• Chapman's Peak, a world-renowned 9km stretch of a scenic drive with panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean and the Mountains of the Cape Peninsula.
Discover both sides of the Peninsula on the Three Bay Tour as you fly along Table Mountain and the Twelve Apostles mountain range towards Clifton, Camps Bay and Llandudno, arriving in Hout Bay where the shimmering Southern Seaboard appears.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Table Mountain – One of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, Table Mountain is an iconic symbol of Cape Town.
• Camps Bay – Just beyond Clifton’s beautiful beaches, lies the glamorous yet laid-back suburb of Camps Bay.
• Twelve Apostles Mountains – Towering above the Atlantic Ocean, the range extends from Table Mountain through towards Llandudno.
• Muizenberg – A jewel of False Bay, Muizenberg is best known for its colourful beach huts, historical sites and laid-back culture.
The Cape Point Scenic Flight is a visual feast that takes you around the Cape Peninsula from the V&A Waterfront to Table Mountain and the Twelve Apostles mountain range, before flying towards Clifton and Camps Bay, over Hout Bay and Noordhoek, and around Cape Point.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Table Mountain – One of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, Table Mountain is an iconic symbol of Cape Town.
• Twelve Apostles Mountains – Towering above the Atlantic Ocean, the range extends from Table Mountain through towards Llandudno.
• Simonstown – The charming seaside village of Simon’s Town which lies on the False Bay coastline.
• Cape Point is the very tip of the Cape Peninsula and is home to the Cape Point National Park
NAC Helicopters' Robben Island scenic flight explores an important part of South Africa’s history. Leave the V&A Waterfront, drinking in Green Point and Cape Town cityscape, dipping towards Robben Island for an aerial view of the buildings and prison where Nelson Mandela was held.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Table Mountain - One of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, Table Mountain is an iconic symbol of Cape Town.
• The V&A Waterfront - The V&A Waterfront is world-renowned for its luxury hotels, dining, retail and entertainment experiences.
• Green Point - A bustling Cape Town neighbourhood where sea, suburb and city meet and home to the Cape Town Stadium.
• Robben Island - A significant heritage site, Robben Island is where Nelson Mandela was infamously imprisoned during Apartheid.
This unforgettable adventure showcases the region's natural beauty and world-class wines. Your journey begins with a thrilling helicopter flight from Cape Town to the picturesque Hemel en Aarde Valley, where you visit the award-winning Creation Wines estate. Indulge in a delectable food and wine pairing experience. Afterwards, get ready to soar over Walker Bay as you enjoy a scenic helicopter flight back to Cape Town. Keep your eyes peeled for whales in the bay, as the gentle giants are known to frequent these waters between June and October.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Flying over Hemel en Aarde Valley.
• Whale watching from above (Seasonal).
• Food and Wine Pairing at Creation Wines.
Soar up the barren and beautiful Cape West Coast, passing over scenic bays and the charming towns of Bloubergstrand, Melkbostrand, Yzerfontien and the Langebaan lagoon, until you reach Paternoster, a picturesque fishing village known for its crayfish and oysters. Enjoy lunch at Leeto Restaurant at the Strandloper Hotel, before taking a beach walk or opting for an exhilarating E-bike ride (not included).
A spectacular experience in the wildflower season.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Fresh seafood with uninterrupted Atlantic Ocean views.
• Discover a lesser-known part of the Cape.
• A spectacular sight during wildflower season.
Departing from NAC Helicopters Cape Town at the V&A Waterfront, you will soar over the stunning Cape Peninsula to the Constantia Valley, Cape Town’s oldest wine-producing region. Upon landing at the wine estate of your choice, indulge in a glass of fine wine, paired with handcrafted Cape produce. Explore the traditional Manor House and the vineyards. Afterwards, don a suave leather jacket, helmet, and goggles for a thrilling vintage motorcycle sidecar ride along Constantia's leafy roads towards the Atlantic Seaboard and back towards the V&A Waterfront.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Flight over Cape Peninsula to Constantia Valley.
• Wine tasting on a historic estate.
• Thrilling vintage sidecar ride.
Experience unforgettable views with our 12A Art of Flight helicopter transfer over the strikingly beautiful Atlantic Seaboard before arriving at The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa. Here we invite you to indulge in a 3-course lunch or to choose from a selection of curated food experiences, from sushi and wine pairings to the decadently delicious Tea by the Sea. Afterwards, a scheduled transfer will drive you back to the V&A Waterfront.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Flight over the Atlantic Seaboard.
• Lunch at The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa.
• Seeing the coastline from above & below.
Combine a delicious meal at one of our partner restaurants with a flight of your choosing. Build your own scenic flight and culinary delight experience. Take to the skies for aerial views of Table Mountain, the Twelve Apostles or even Cape Point, followed by
a delicious three-course meal at either La Parada, Harbour House, or Grand Africa Café & Beach. Season and weather dependent. This unforgettable adventure merges panoramic views, a thrilling flight, and culinary excellence.
HIGHLIGHTS
• The best of the city from above.
• Delicious three-course meal.
• Flight and culinary delight.
Escape to the Cape Winelands with a scenic helicopter charter over the Cape Peninsula to Waterford Wine Estate where you will enjoy an unforgettable experience surrounded by unique architecture and natural beauty. We invite you to join us for an unrivalled wining and dining experience in the City of Oaks. Chefs Craig Cormack and Beau DuToit have curated the ultimate journey of their culinary artistry, incorporating different types of salts and salting techniques from all around the world. Sit back, relax, and allow our winemaker to recommend a wine to enjoy with your meal.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Flight over the Cape Winelands.
• Wine & Chocolate pairing.
• The GEM Experience.
• Cellar Tour.
The Freedom Flight is led by Christo Brand, Nelson Mandela’s close friend and former prison warder. Delve into their journey, from their initial meeting to the enduring bond they formed under challenging circumstances. Departing the V&A Waterfront on a scenic flight around Robben Island, witnessing its stark beauty and isolation, before soaring along the coastline, passing famous beaches and landmarks while Christo shares intimate details of their friendship. Arrive in the picturesque town of Franschhoek, for lunch and wine tasting at Mont Rochelle.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Scenic flight over the locations of Nelson Mandela’s imprisonment.
• Learn about Nelson Mandela’s life and friendship with Christo Brand.
• Delicious three-course meal.
• Scenic helicopter flight over Robben Island
Take a scenic flight by helicopter to the Cape Winelands for a thrilling Jeep experience where you’re invited to feel the wind in your hair on an open-top adventure, cruising through the vineyards and the highs and the lows, stopping at lookout points from which to appreciate the vantage points. Enjoy a wine-tasting and indulgent picnic while soaking up the farm atmosphere. After a leisurely lunch, enjoy a scenic drive back to your hotel – or opt to play on-site and fly back.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Scenic flight to the Winelands.
• Adrenalin-pumping Jeep 4x4 adventure.
• Al fresco picnic and wine tasting.
Depart the V&A Waterfront, flying towards the Cape Winelands and scenic Helderberg Mountains where you’ll find the historic Lourensford Wine Estate where a myriad of on-site experiences, adventure and relaxation await. For the adrenalin seeker, the estate is home to one of the finest Mountain Bike tracks in the region. We’ll rent a bike to suit your specs and on arrival, you’ll take to the Helderberg trails. Follow your cycle with a leisurely walk on the estate, and unwind with an optional tasting of the estate’s finest wines, before taking a road transfer to the city.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Scenic flight to the Cape Winelands.
• Helderberg Mountain Biking.
• Exploring Lourensford Estate.
For the ultimate marine safari, book a scenic flight over False Bay, hugging the coastline towards Hermanus or Gansbaai. From here, enjoy boat-based whale-watching in the world-famed whale breeding grounds. Experiencing South Africa’s diverse marine wildlife in their habitat is one of the top things to do in Cape Town. Or hop on a direct charter to Gansbaai for some of the world’s best shark cage diving, or a trip in search of the Marine 5 – whales, sharks, penguins, whales and dolphins. Your trip can be extended to include lunch in the area.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Flight over False Bay and Walker Bay.
• Up close with the Marine 5 by land, boat and sea.
• Exploring the Overberg region.
South Africa is home to some of the world’s most dramatic landscapes: from pristine beaches and rolling valleys to dramatic mountains and wildlife-rich nature reserves. Our African Safari charter includes flights to Sanbona Wildlife Reserve, Gondwana Private Game Reserve, Aquila Game Reserve, Bushman’s Kloof Wilderness Reserve, and Wellness Retreat in the Cederberg. Once there, revel in game drives, bush walks and wildlife viewing from the luxury of your lodge accommodation. Wherever it is, we’ll get you there.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Why drive when you can fly?
• African Safari and Wildlife Experience.
• Remote luxury accommodation.
