Abu Dhabi City Tour by Helicopter

17 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Experience Abu Dhabi in a compact shared 17 minute helicopter sightseeing tour focused on the city iconic skyline and landmarks. Take off from a central heliport and follow Corniche Road, where glass towers, promenades and the Arabian Gulf form a postcard panorama.

Continuing along the waterfront, you pass Marina Mall, Rixos Marina Abu Dhabi, the Heritage Village area and the towering UAE flagpole, seeing modern Abu Dhabi alongside its cultural quarter.

The route then delivers premium aerial views of Emirates Palace and the Presidential Palace, their domes, gardens and waterfront especially striking from above. To complete the loop, you glide over Al Hudayriat Island before heading toward Sheikh Zayed Sports City and Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, one of the most memorable sights of the tour.

What's Included

Government Fees
Landing and facility fees
Fuel surcharge
Parking Fees
Private transportation
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Abu Dhabi Cruise Port Heliport

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 17 minutes (approximately)
  • The Corniche (Pass by)

    Hover along the Corniche to admire Abu Dhabi’s signature skyline, with glass towers, manicured waterfront and turquoise waters stretching below. The aerial view reveals how the city unfolds between desert and sea.

    Admission ticket free
  • Marina Mall (Pass by)

    Circle the Marina district to see Marina Mall, the marina and beachfront hotels from above, with yachts, promenades and resort pools creating a lively coastal picture.

    Admission ticket free
  • Emirates Palace Marina (Pass by)

    Fly past the opulent Emirates Palace and the neighboring Presidential Palace, where elegant domes, courtyards and gardens stand out in cream and gold against the blue water.

    Admission ticket free
  • Emirates Heritage Village (Pass by)

    Glide over the Heritage Village area and the towering national flagpole, spotting traditional style buildings and open spaces that celebrate the country’s cultural roots on the edge of the modern city.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Complete the loop with panoramic views of Al Hudayriat Island’s bridges, beaches and recreational areas before turning toward Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, whose white domes and minarets create one of the most impressive scenes of the entire flight.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by hoper

Tags

Full-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Helicopter Tours
Small Group
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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