What are the most romantic ways to propose by helicopter?
The 5 best ways to propose by helicopter are:
- Propose in a helicopter over Melbourne
- "Will You Marry Me?" sign visible from the air
- Winery proposal with 5-course lunch & wine
Option 1. Helicopter Proposal Flight over the City and Brighton Beach Boxes
Our classic engagement package with a proposal before, after or even in-flight during your scenic helicopter ride
Treat your partner to a scenic helicopter flight over Melbourne and experience all of Melbourne’s famous landmarks and attractions from above. Soar over Melbourne CBD and then fly low and slow over Melbourne’s beaches taking in the sights of St Kilda Pier, Elwood Beach, the Brighton Beaches Boxes and Sandringham Marina.
As you’re flying over the iconic Brighton Beach Boxes in your private helicopter there’ll be no better moment to pop the question. Combine your special moment with our video package and receive a HD video capturing the moment you propose and the moment you place the ring on her finger, and all with crystal-clear audio recorded directly from the headsets in the helicopter.
After your helicopter lands and you’re back on the ground at Essendon, our hangar has amazing views of the Melbourne City skyline in the background allowing you to take stunning photos together with the helicopter and allowing your partner show off that amazing ring!
To reduce any suspicion of what you’re planning if you and your partner share a card or bank account, some couples get around this with Halocard, a virtual credit card that keeps the transaction off shared statements so the surprise stays intact. You can also let us know if you’d like us to send you both a fake email saying you’ve “Won a free helicopter ride over Melbourne!” to make this even more of a surprise
Learn More - Proposal over City & Beaches
Option 2. Helicopter Proposal Flight with a Giant “Will You Marry Me?" Sign Visible from the Air
Our exclusive proposal package with a giant, 30-metre long sign on the ground that will leave her speechless
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Special Add-On: A Professional Photographer for a 25 minute Photoshoot to capture your special moment
We partner with a professional wedding and engagement photography company in Melbourne to capture your special moment on camera. They specialise in proposal photos and have experience shooting newly-engaged couples at our hangar, with the helicopter and city skyline in view. Their team is highly experienced and intimately familiar with our proposal locations including our hangar at Essendon Airport and our winery locations across the Yarra Valley.
They'll capture amazing shots of your proposal as it happens, or if you've already proposed mid-flight, they'll direct your photoshoot to capture all the best angles in front of the helicopter in a private 25 minute photoshoot for you and your partner-to-be.
Afterwards, they'll carefully select the best shots from your special day, enhance them using their post-production process and share them in your very own online digital album ready... The perfect way to capture the first day of the rest of your lives.
If you're curious about the photos they capture, feel free to take a look at our collection of Helicopter Proposal Photos.
Option 3. Winery Proposal with 5-Course Lunch by Helicopter
A romantic engagement package with helicopter flights, lunch at a winery and a private proposal setting in a beautiful vineyard.
Be whisked away on a private helicopter flight to one of the best proposal spots in the Yarra Valley. Experience a private landing at a beautiful winery for a romantic lunch date with your partner. As you arrive you’ll be greeted by winery staff and escorted to a secret spot for you to take your partner’s hand and ask for his (or her) hand in marriage.
Your private setting will serve as a romantic backdrop for your engagement and will be beautifully arranged for you ahead of time. Your proposal setting will include two comfy chairs, a bottle of Levantine Hill champagne, and magical views out of the Yarra Valley. This is a truly magical engagement moment in a romantic location that is just for the two of you to share.
After your special proposal moment together, take a relaxing walk through the vineyard to the restaurant where your table will be ready to serve your degustation lunch with matching wines. When you book our professional photography package, enjoy a 30 minute photoshoot in front of your helicopter at the best proposal spot Melbourne has to offer.
If you’d like to surprise your partner even more, our winery proposal packages can be extended to include a group booking for lunch, allowing family and friends to be waiting at the winery restaurant to congratulate you both and celebrate your very special proposal over an amazing lunch menu.
Learn More - Winery Proposal at Levantine Hill
Plan Your Proposal by Helicopter with Rotor One
We specialise in creating amazing engagements and unforgettable proposal moments by helicopter from Melbourne. We can assist with the proposal planning by organising your lunch and accommodation reservations and coordinate your helicopter flights with the venues so you can focus on the most important part, popping the question and creating an amazing beginning to the rest of your lives.
Helicopter Proposals in Melbourne FAQs
Where does the proposal helicopter depart from in Melbourne?
Our flights depart from our hangar at Essendon Airport, around 20 minutes by car from Melbourne CBD. After you land, our hangar's view of the Melbourne skyline makes a stunning backdrop for photos with the helicopter and the freshly worn ring.
How long does a helicopter proposal flight last?
Our surprise proposal flights and giant sign packages are 25 to 30 minutes in the air over Melbourne's most iconic landmarks. Winery proposals include a longer journey out to the Yarra Valley followed by a private landing, lunch, and your choice of a three, five, or seven course menu with matching wines.
How do I keep the helicopter proposal a complete surprise?
We'll handle our end from the moment you book. If you'd like, we can send you both a fake email saying you've "Won a free helicopter ride over Melbourne!" so the trip itself looks like a giveaway rather than a planned moment. We'll also keep any follow-up emails and calls discreet so nothing tips your partner off before the day.
How can I pay for the proposal without my partner finding out?
If you share a card or bank account with your partner, a charge this size can give the game away before the day arrives. Some couples avoid this by paying with a virtual credit card like Halocard, which keeps the booking off your joint statements so the surprise stays intact.
Can the proposal be filmed and photographed?
Yes. Our HD video package captures the moment you propose and place the ring on her finger, with crystal-clear audio recorded straight from the headsets inside the helicopter. We also partner with a professional Melbourne engagement photography team for a 25 minute photoshoot at our hangar or winery, with the helicopter and city skyline in shot. You can see examples in our Helicopter Proposal Photos gallery.
Can family and friends be part of the proposal?
They can. Our winery proposal package can be extended into a group booking at the winery, with family and friends waiting at the restaurant to congratulate you both and toast the moment over lunch. For the in-air proposals the helicopter stays private to the two of you, but loved ones are welcome to greet you when you land back at the hangar.
How much does a helicopter proposal in Melbourne cost?
Pricing depends on the package. The classic surprise proposal flight over the city and Brighton Beach Boxes is the most accessible starting point, the giant "Will You Marry Me?" sign adds an unforgettable visual element with a longer flight and full video setup, and the winery proposal in the Yarra Valley is our flagship engagement experience with a private vineyard setting and a lunch menu of your choosing. Tap "Learn More" on each option above for current pricing.