About this tour
Fly by private helicopter from [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) to the 12 Apostles, landing directly at the site for two hours of exploration. This five-hour experience skips the eight-hour drive, giving you unobstructed views of the Great Ocean Road's limestone formations from the air and ground. Optional add-ons include a winery stopover with lunch or an evening detour to Phillip Island's Penguin Parade.
Highlights
- One-hour private helicopter flight from Melbourne
- Direct landing at 12 Apostles Helipad with exclusive ground time
- Walk Gibson Steps to sea-level vantage of the rock formations
- Guaranteed window seat with premium noise-cancelling headsets
- Optional winery landing with gourmet lunch and tastings
- Optional Penguin Parade add-on via Phillip Island
What to expect
Your pilot briefs you before departure, then you're airborne, tracking the Great Ocean Road's coastline toward the Apostles. Landing at the helipad, you'll have two hours to either climb the viewing platforms or descend the Gibson Steps to the beach for an intimate look at the towering stacks. The optional winery stop involves another scenic landing where a sommelier guides tastings before you return to Melbourne. If choosing Phillip Island, you'll fly over the island, transfer to premium seating for the Penguin Parade viewing, then be driven back to the city after dusk.
Good to know
Wear comfortable shoes for Gibson Steps (77 steps down, same back up). Weather can delay flights; check conditions beforehand. Bring a light jacket at altitude. Lunch is not included but available at the optional winery. All fitness levels suit the tour, though the steps require basic mobility.
Frequently asked
- How long does Melbourne to 12 Apostles VIP Helicopter Tour (1 hour Flight) take?
- Melbourne to 12 Apostles VIP Helicopter Tour (1 hour Flight) runs for approximately 5 hours.
- How much does Melbourne to 12 Apostles VIP Helicopter Tour (1 hour Flight) cost?
- Prices start from AUD $3299 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Melbourne to 12 Apostles VIP Helicopter Tour (1 hour Flight) run?
- This tour operates around Australia. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Melbourne to 12 Apostles VIP Helicopter Tour (1 hour Flight)?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. VIC Travel earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original VIC Travel summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.