If you want to provide your family with an unforgettable experience, then you're in the right place. When it comes to the perfect gift, material objects just don't cut it anymore - but a gift that lets the whole family discover Australia from the viewpoint of a helicopter, now that's the perfect experience! Take your loved ones on a helicopter adventure and visit some of the most iconic locations and attractions around Brisbane. Choose Rotor One helicopter experience gifts, book a flight, and give your family a chance to unwind in style.

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  • Luke K.

    "Our pilot Ed was a consummate professional, communication with the company was great and our day trip couldn’t have been better. We'll be back.”

  • Shell H.

    "Steve our pilot was extremely friendly, caring and chatty. Ensured safety and allowed time for pictures to be taken of my partner and I. It's a BIG YES FROM US!”

  • Liz R.

    "What a beautiful day we had. Thank you so much to Ed, our knowledgeable and kind pilot. You made this day one that we'll never forget. The day trip of a lifetime.”

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    We donate 5% of proceeds from your flight to fly terminally ill children & their families.

  • ✅ Perfect Safety Record

    We fly over 1,000+ guests every year and are proud to say we've had zero incidents.

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    If we can't fly due to bad weather, we'll reschedule or give you a refund - no questions asked.

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About Us

Rotor One - Brisbane Helicopter Rides 🚁

We're excited to announce our new helicopter rides in Brisbane, with the same exceptional service and unforgettable experiences we're known for in Melbourne.

Our Brisbane helicopter rides are the ultimate way to explore Brisbane's iconic landmarks from Brisbane CBD and the Story Bridge, to the famous Moreton and Stradbroke Islands. For something more intimate, escape to a winery lunch in the Granite Belt wine region, or land on a private beach for a romantic helicopter picnic.

We believe a helicopter ride is more than a flight — it's a breathtaking adventure that you'll remember for a lifetime.

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Why Helicopter Experiences Make for the Best Gifts

Brisbane City helicopter experience gifts are perfect for the whole family, and there are many reasons why taking a helicopter tour is something that everyone, including the kids, will enjoy. It's about getting to experience some of the finer things in life!

They're Fun for the Whole Family

One thing about helicopter tours like this is that every trip is one that the whole family can enjoy. There's a type of flight or tour to suit everyone in the family, and every ride brings something new to the equation. Head out on a Brisbane helicopter tour and see just how much fun the whole family can have.

They Beat Material Gifts Every Time

Something we can guarantee is that experience gifts like helicopter tours beat material gifts every time. Material objects are boring, they're old, and they get left to rot in the back of a closet. However, pay for a great helicopter tour, and that's something that no pair of socks could ever come close to!

They Create Excitement and Lasting Memories

Imagine flying over the ocean, seeing marine life below, exploring secluded islands, and seeing Brisbane City from a whole new perspective.

The fact of the matter is that when you take your family to explore the skies over Brisbane and the surrounding area, that's something they'll remember forever.

It's Something New

If you tell your family that you're going on a helicopter tour, it will most definitely be a huge surprise. Sure, your family members might expect the same old gifts, but nobody expects you to purchase a helicopter tour! At the least, it's a huge surprise that nobody will see coming.

Quality Time with the Family

If nothing else, sitting in the cockpit of a helicopter and flying high above the city and the surrounding landscape allows you and the whole family to spend quality time together - it's not just about the experience, but experiencing it as a family.

Types of Helicopter Brisbane Experiences for Families

Like we said above, the great thing about helicopter experience gifts is that there's something for everyone. Let's take a look!

A Helicopter Zoo Tour

Take the whole family on an adventure to the Brisbane, Australia Zoo. A short flight from the CBD takes you over the zoo, where you get to see all of the animals from a whole new angle.

Even better is that these tours come with special admission passes, meaning exclusive access to all exhibits, and no time spent waiting in line! Visitors get treated like royalty when they get a helicopter zoo tour voucher.

Scenic Flights

Scenic flights are always a great option for families. They generally aren't too long - under two hours, but also long enough to allow you to explore Brisbane and the surrounding area.

For instance, a Brisbane City helicopter tour lets you discover this majestic city from a bird's-eye perspective, with landmarks such as the Brisbane River and Story Bridge always being a sight to behold, while beaches and coastal tours take things a step further.

Also, Rotor One features scenic tours to various islands in the area - fun for kids and the whole family.

Island and Shipwreck Tours

One of the most popular types of helicopter ride for families, one that suits virtually everyone and anyone, is the island and shipwreck tour.

Rotor One flies to a variety of islands around Brisbane, including Moreton, North Stradbroke, and Fraser Islands, each of which has its own special nuances - whether island resorts, inland lakes, massive sand dunes, or even rainforests.

Did we mention that many tours allow you to touch down and explore the islands for yourself? If you're lucky, you might even get to do some whale watching as you fly over the ocean!

Resort Flights

Another option is to upgrade the experience and take a flight to a resort, something that is truly an experience worth undertaking.

From Kingfisher Bay Resort to Spicers Tamarind and Spicers Peak Lodge, each has high-end accommodations, great food, and much more. Stay the night and make it a trip that the kids and everyone else won't soon forget.

Winery Tours

Although maybe not the most child-friendly type of experience gift in Australia, the fact is that taking a helicopter to get a glass of wine and a gourmet meal is always a great choice.

Family doesn't always mean little children, and for any family that wants to experience the finer things in life, flying out to a winery like Beechmont Estate to be treated like royalty is always an adventure worth taking.

What Occasions Are Helicopter Experience Gift Ideas Good For?

You might be wondering what sort of occasions experience gifts like these are ideal for - let us explain!

Christmas Gifts

Yes, there are plenty of gift ideas for Christmas, like going horse riding, going to theme parks, or just giving the kids some video games.

That said, there's just nothing like waking up on Christmas morning and figuring out that you're going to the Australia Zoo in a helicopter. Just imagine the look on your kids' faces!

Birthdays

Birthdays are always a special day of the year when kids and the whole family get to unwind and have some fun. This year, instead of going to play laser tag or bowling, why not step things up a notch and go on an adventure of a lifetime?

Mother's Day & Father's Day

Family time is always important, and this is no more true than on Mother's Day and Father's Day. If you want to surprise your parents with something special, something that will let them spend quality time with the family, then a helicopter experience gift is always a great option.