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Private Coastal Helicopter Scenic Flight & Reef Flyover

Ascend above the port in a private helicopter and trace the breathtaking coastline — turquoise lagoons, coral atolls, and dense mangrove forests unfolding beneath you. The most dramatic perspective of East Africa's coast, reserved for those who refuse to simply look from the deck.

What to expect

Your pilot briefs you dockside before a short transfer to the helipad. Lift off over the harbour and watch the town shrink beneath you as turquoise water stretches to the horizon. The reef systems below are staggering in scale and colour from altitude. Your pilot shares ecological highlights via headset, then swings inland for a view of the hinterland before a smooth return to the helipad.

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Tours by Locals — Ddmec Aviation Experiences
USD 520 per person (private charter, up to 4 guests, 45-minute flight)
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Good to know

Weight limit per seat applies (typically 120 kg/265 lbs); disclose at booking. Flights operate 07:00–15:00; a 09:00 slot offers ideal light for photography. Book a minimum of 3 weeks in advance. Flight time is 45 minutes; total excursion approximately 2 hours with transfers.

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