Five helicopters, from the intimate Robinson R44 to the twin-engine Dauphin. Spin them round, then read what makes
each one special.
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Airbus
H130
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Illustrative model. Liveries vary.
Airbus
H130
Built with sightseeing in mind. A wide, flat-floor cabin and one of the largest windscreens of any light helicopter put the whole coastline in front of you, and the shrouded tail rotor keeps it remarkably quiet.
Guests
GuestsUp to 6
Engines
EnginesSingle turbine
Main rotor
Main rotor3 blades
Tail rotor
Tail rotorFenestron (shrouded)
Landing gear
Landing gearSkids
Panoramic wrap-around windscreen
Raised, forward-facing seats
Quiet Fenestron tail rotor
Best forFamilies and groups of up to six
Airbus
H120
Colibri
Nicknamed the Colibri, French for hummingbird. Light, nimble and among the quietest helicopters flying, with a bubble of glass around the cabin.
Guests
GuestsUp to 4
Engines
EnginesSingle turbine
Main rotor
Main rotor3 blades
Tail rotor
Tail rotorFenestron (shrouded)
Landing gear
Landing gearSkids
Wrap-around glass cabin
Shrouded Fenestron tail rotor
Light and agile
Best forCouples and small groups
Airbus
H125
Écureuil
The go-to helicopter for demanding flying all over the world. In 2005 one of this family landed on the summit of Mount Everest; over the Cape it is smooth, strong and sure-footed.
Guests
GuestsUp to 6
Engines
EnginesSingle turbine
Main rotor
Main rotor3 blades
Tail rotor
Tail rotorConventional
Landing gear
Landing gearSkids
Powerful turbine engine
Excellent all-round visibility
Proven worldwide
Best forGroups who want a little extra power
Airbus
AS365
Dauphin
A sleek twin-engine helicopter with a four-blade rotor and retractable wheels. Fast and exceptionally smooth, it comes into its own on longer flights and premium experiences.
Guests
GuestsUp to 6
Engines
EnginesTwin turbine
Main rotor
Main rotor4 blades
Tail rotor
Tail rotorFenestron (shrouded)
Landing gear
Landing gearRetractable wheels
Twin turbine engines
Four-blade main rotor
Retractable landing gear
Best forLonger flights and special occasions
Robinson
R44 Raven II
One of the most popular light helicopters ever built. Compact and intimate, with big windows on every side and a real sense of flying.
Guests
GuestsUp to 3
Engines
EnginesSingle piston
Main rotor
Main rotor2 blades
Tail rotor
Tail rotorConventional
Landing gear
Landing gearSkids
Fuel-injected piston engine
Two-blade main rotor
Intimate four-seat cabin
Best forTwo or three guests
Which helicopter will I fly in?
The make and model is never guaranteed. It depends on your group size, the weight and balance of the aircraft and
what is available on the day.
Weight and balance
The limit is 140 kg per seat in the Airbus helicopters and 120 kg in the R44. Tell us when you book if anyone is
over 120 kg so we can request the right aircraft.
Ready to choose a flight?
Six scenic routes from the V&A Waterfront, from a 12-minute hop to the 50-minute grand tour.