Sydney Seaplanes: Harbour Flights, valentine day gifts, romantic getaways


Taking off from Australia’s first international airport at Rose Bay, it is hard not to be awed as beautiful Sydney Harbour unveils itself beneath. Our immaculately restored seaplane adds to the nostalgia - such a contrast to the myriad of high-tech cruisers zigzagging the bay. We gently exit the harbour and marvel at the stunning sandstone cliffs rising abruptly from the sea. Reaching world famous Bondi Beach your pilot manoeuvres the aircraft so that all on board have a great view of the scores of surfers waiting for the next big wave. From Bondi we head back into the harbour and climb to 1000 feet, even for a seasoned local the vista is truly stunning. We track to the Harbour Bridge and Opera House, and complete a circuit above both famous icons. On descent back to Rose Bay your pilot points out the beautiful houses of the rich and famous that punctuate the area before gently splashing back down to earth. Flying time 15 minutes. $160 per person, minimum 2 adults Daily charter flights available on demand.


For those wishing to treat themselves to the absolute highlights of Sydney’s famous coast and waterways the 30 minute ‘Sydney Secrets’ flight is a must! This flight encompasses Sydney’s beautiful Northern Beaches. Our pilots know this area like the back of their hand and will point out the famous beaches along the route, including Manly, Curl Curl, Avalon and the iconic Palm Beach – where Australia’s favourite soap ‘Home and Away’ is filmed. We return to the Harbour via the yachties paradise of Pittwater. You will be amazed at the number of boats grouped around the nooks and crannies of this picturesque waterway. Our sedate, high wing beaver aircraft is perfect for still or video photography. Flying time 30 minutes. $225 per person, minimum 2 adults Daily charter available on demand.


This is Sydney's ultimate whale viewing experience! Sydney Seaplanes & Sydney Ocean Adventures offer you the opportunity of an eagle eye view of migrating humpback whales on a 'Sydney highlights' scenic flight followed by getting up close and personal on a 'whale watch ocean adventure' boat tour. Your experience begins at the Historic Rose Bay flying boat base where you board one of our de Havilland 'Beaver' 6 seat seaplanes and take off for a spectacular view of Sydney city and our beautiful coastline. On the way spot the whales as they pass Sydney heads then do a circuit of the city past the world famous Opera house and Harbour Bridge. When you land back in Rose Bay take a breath before boarding our purpose built 400hp RIB (Rigid Inflatable Boat) to blast outside the harbour heads at speeds of up to 90kph in perfect comfort and safety for 1.5hrs of up-close and personal time with the mighty migrating whales. Supported by your aerial sightings, and using our high speed we find the whales again quickly and spend the maximum time with them so you don't suffer from seasickness or boredom! We can often visit multiple pods in one trip and see a huge amount of the coastline and beaches of Sydney, such as the world famous Bondi beach and beautiful Manly from sea level. Tour duration 2 hours, flying time 15 minutes. $275 per person.


Combine the excitement of a Harbour Jet Boat Tour with a spectacular flight over Bondi Beach and Sydney Harbour. Board your "Harbour Jet" at Darling Harbour, sit back and hang on as we open the throttle and release 500 litres of water per second from the jet. We stop during your ride for some light hearted commentary and photo opportunities before completing the journey to Rose Bay with heart pumping 270-degree spins, wake surfing and awesome power brake stops. Arriving at Rose Bay, board your seaplane for a more sedate yet equally breath taking Sydney Highlights scenic flight. Tracking through Sydney Heads to Bondi Beach at 500 feet is an experience you will quite simply never forget. Returning to the Harbour we climb to 1000 feet ensuring a spectacular view of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. This is one of the world's most beautiful cities! Touching down back in Rose Bay, re-board your Jet Boat for the return tour to Darling Harbour with more spins, jumps and excitement. A constant mix of music keeps the jet boat rocking! Tours depart Darling Harbour at 10.30am daily, returning at approximately 11.45am. (Full length spray jackets, pants and goggles are available for your Harbour Jet leg.) Tour duration 90 minutes, flying time 15 minutes. $275 per person