Tour Overview
Get ready for the ultimate thrill with our Half Day Heli Pub Crawl!
Take to the skies above the stunning landscapes of Litchfield National Park and the Top End’s finest views. Land on the doorsteps of four of Darwin’s most iconic pubs and venues.
With a selection of crawl options to choose from, immerse yourself in the local culture and unique aspects at each stop. Whether you’re enjoying a cold drink with mates or soaking in the breathtaking scenery, this is the perfect way to explore the NT’s best spots in style.
If any passenger weighs 125kg or more, please contact our office
Half Day Pub Crawl
VENUES
4 Licensed Venues
UP TO
60 mins Scenic Flying
SCHEDULE
9:30am or 12pm Departure
Tours depart from Finniss River Helicopters Hangar, MKT Airfield
Tour Inclusions
- Cooler bags, ice and water provided
- Pax are required to purchase their own meals and beverages at licensed venues
- Enclosed footwear and sun safety items are recommended
Tour Add-Ons
Request during tour booking/checkout
Shuttle Bus Round Trip
Darwin & Surrounds Area | $130 total
Pub Crawl Options
Select one of the Pub Crawl options below during the booking process. Approximately 45 minutes at each venue.
Crawl 1
- Dundee Lodge
- Crab Claw Island
- Darwin River Tavern
- Noonamah Tavern
Crawl 2
- Dundee Lodge
- Top End Safari Camp
- Darwin River Tavern
- Noonamah Tavern
Crawl 3
- Sandpalms Roadhouse
- Darwin River Tavern
- Goat Island
- Noonamah Tavern
Crawl 4
- Corroboree Tavern
- Goat Island
- Darwin River Tavern
- Noonamah Tavern
Please feel free to bring swimmers and a towel as some venues have pools available for customer use. Please follow venue rules.
Crawl 2 / Top End Safari Camp is subject to availability. It is closed Tuesday/Wednesday and October to March.
- Minimum 2 pax for all bookings
- Maximum individual passenger weight for an R44 is 130kg
- Please enquire if any passenger exceeds the maximum 130kg individual weight
For a booking request with 9 or more passengers, or if you can’t see a tour available on your preferred date, please contact our office
Flight Map (disclaimer – flight paths may vary on the day due to weather conditions and/or air traffic control)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a cancellation policy?
A 50% refund (minus associated fees) will be issued if a booking is cancelled 3 days before tour departure.
Nil refund for bookings cancelled within 3 days of tour departure.
Nil refund if a passenger is denied boarding due to passenger weights exceeding those provided on bookings, resulting in exceedance of an aircrafts maximum take-off weight.
The full booking amount will be charged for no shows.
In the event of passenger illness, with a medical certificate, FRH will reschedule the flight.
Cancellations must be made only via phone call to 0477 619 303 or in writing, emailed to office@helitoursdarwin.com.au. Please ensure you receive a cancellation confirmation, cancellations via text message will not be accepted.
Do you provide transfers?
We offer a shuttle bus for flights and tours departing from MKT Airfield only.
Tour transfers are an additional cost per trip and can be added on at tour checkout.
- Darwin Pickup – $59
- Darwin Drop Off – $59
This service is subject to availability.
For any questions on this service, please email office@helitoursdarwin.com.au
What happens if the weather is bad or if it is raining on the day of our bookings?
We closely monitor weather conditions on a daily basis and our staff will endeavour to provide passengers with as much notice as possible and updates on current weather circumstances however, we cannot always guarantee we will be able to achieve this as weather conditions are often unpredictable.
Please read the ‘Cancellation & Changes by FRH’ and ‘Weather Conditions’ sections of our Terms and Conditions for further information.
Can we talk during the flight?
Yes, you will be fitted with headsets that enable passengers and the pilot to talk to each other during the flight.
Are food and beverages included in the tour price?
Food and beverage costs are not included in tour price and are to be paid by in full by passengers upon ordering at the chosen venue.
Do I need to make a reservation at the venues?
For larger group bookings (> 8) where you would like to have lunch at a specific venue, we recommend booking direct with the venue to reserve a table.
For smaller groups, there is no need to book unless you have a special request.
Please contact the venues directly for any venue bookings.
Where do the Heli Pub Crawls End?
All our Heli Pub Crawl tours end at Noonamah Tavern. Passengers will be dropped at Noonamah Tavern to enjoy a cold beverage whilst the helicopters are put away at the FRH hangar (5 min drive).
Passengers will be picked up from Noonamah by our complimentary shuttle and returned to FRH hangar to make their own way home.
If the shuttle bus has been added on to the tour booking, passengers will be picked up from Noonamah by the shuttle bus and taken to their chosen drop-off location in the city.
Are there rules for alcohol consumption and helicopters?
All passengers must adhere to the rules and regulations set by the licensed venue they are attending.
Strict aviation regulations apply to the carriage of disorderly or abusive passengers and those under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.
The pilot in command reserves the right to refuse travel to a passenger should the passenger be deemed to pose a safety risk to the flight at any point in the tour. In the event of this occurring, no refund will be issued and the passenger shall be responsible for making their own arrangements to return to Darwin.
Can we customise the pub crawl venue options?
If you wish to customise a pub crawl tour, please contact us on 0477 619 303 or email office@helitoursdarwin.com.au
Half Day Pub Crawl Checkout
Please note that all tours are available by request only. We recommend calling our ofice to confirm availability before booking.
We’re equipped to take large group bookings. For a booking request with 9 or more passengers, or if a tour is not available on your preferred date, please contact our office
If any passenger is 125kg or more, please contact our office
