The Sky’s the Limit
Lift off over the wide-open plains of the southern Serengeti, trace the contour of the Rift Valley escarpment, or drift above the mirror-like waters of Lake Manyara. From the air, the different aspects of this ancient landscape come together as Tanzania reveals its full hand. Whether woven into your safari or booked as a dedicated excursion, our private helicopter experiences offer an entirely new way to explore the wild.
- Please note, full journeys are subject to approval by national parks and require planning at least three months in advance
- Capacity: The helicopter accommodates a total of five passengers
- Luggage Restrictions: 15kgs per person, soft bags only
- This experience is not included in your stay and must be arranged prior to arrival. For more information, please enquire with our reservations team.
Inter-Property Transfers
Available at Mwiba Lodge, Mwiba Plains, Legendary Lodge, Chem Chem Lodge, Little Chem Chem and Forest Chem Chem
For available routes and flight times or to make a booking, please contact your dedicated Travel Designer or [email protected]
Private Helicopter Flights
Available at Mwiba Lodge, Mwiba Plains, Legendary Lodge, Chem Chem Lodge, Little Chem Chem and Forest Chem Chem
30-minute scenic flight: US$1,950 per take-off, based on one to five people sharing
45-minute scenic flight: US$2,675 per take-off, based on one to five people sharing
60-minute scenic flight: US$3,400 per take-off, based on one to five people sharing, including a drinks break
Helicopter Excursions
Our curated helicopter excursions are journeys in their own right — each one an exploration of the region's most iconic natural landmarks, with scenic stops that give you time to take it all in.
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Lake Eyasi From Above
Follow the line of the escarpment as it drops toward Lake Eyasi. Your pilot traces the shoreline where pelicans and flamingos gather in season — November through December — before landing at the escarpment's highest point for brunch or a sundowner.
- Duration: One and a half hours of flying including one stop
- US$7,350
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Soar Over the Southern Serengeti
Tanzania from above: the southern Serengeti's wildlife-filled plains and the true scale of the landscape revealed. Your pilot sets down on a kopje for coffee, then continues out to Lake Eyasi, where the escarpment drops away and a picnic brunch or sundowner awaits.
- Duration: Two hours of flying including two stops
- US$8,800
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Ngorongoro Crater
Trace the ancient rim of the Ngorongoro Crater, the volcanic highlands rising to either side. From there, the route turns toward Lake Eyasi and the escarpment, which serves as your landing point for a picnic, before heading back through the Rift Valley.
- Duration: Two hours of flying and a choice of one or two stops
- US$8,800
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The Great Rift Valley
The longest route covers Tanzania’s most dramatic landscape. Fly over Lake Natron's flamingo-flocked shores, past the active cone of Ol Doinyo Lengai and the waterfalls that cut through the valley floor below. The return leg swings east over the Ngorongoro highlands and back via Lake Eyasi — brunch and coffee stops built into the route, late lunch on return.
- Duration: Three and a half hours of flying including three stops
- US$13,150
Our Helicopter
Our Airbus AS350 B3 / H125 helicopter outclasses all other single-engine helicopters for high-performance in hot and high conditions, fully equipped with dual hydraulics, enhanced safety VEMD systems and satellite tracking. With ample legroom and a comfortable ride, the H125 has left and right-hand sliding doors that can be left open or closed during flights.
Our Pilots
With decades of combined experience, our highly skilled pilots have spent years specializing in helicopter safaris across sub-Saharan Africa. Every flight is operated by fully licensed, medically certified pilots from Level Up Aviation Limited, a TCAA-licensed operator.<br><br> Holding both FAA and TCAA commercial pilot licenses, as well as flight instructor qualifications, our pilots bring exceptional expertise, professionalism and a deep passion for Africa’s extraordinary landscapes. Their commitment to safety, comfort and discovery ensures each journey is not only seamless, but an unforgettable adventure that leaves guests inspired long after they touch down.
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