Dubai
is a city in the UAE which has become a leading tourist destination. The city
is known for doing things bigger, taller and faster with some of the most
renowned sights in the world now found in Dubai. For a chance to see Dubai’s
greatness, you can now book a Dubai Helicopter
tour which is the best way to enjoy the iconic sights around the city in a
short span of time.
What sights will you see during the helicopter
tour?
The
Dubai helicopter tour will also give you a unique and exceptional view of Dubai
city from above. Among the sights you will get to see include;
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Palm
Jumeirah
Palm
Jumeirah is an artificial archipelago located in Dubai’s Jumeirah coastal area.
These islands extend into the Persian Gulf and is expected to add up to 520
kilometres of Dubai’s coastline. Palm Jumeirah is an exceptional sight and is a
delight to see during the helicopter tour.
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The
World Islands
The
world islands are another artificial archipelago in the Persian Gulf. The
islands are located 4 kilometres off the Dubai coast. The archipelago is made
up of various small islands which are constructed and arranged in the rough
shape of the world map. This exciting sight will be among the highlights of the
Dubai helicopter tour.
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Burj
Al Arab
This
is a luxury hotel located in Dubai, UAE. Burj Al Arab stands is built on an
artificial Island a few metres away from Jumeirah Beach and is connected to the
mainland by a curving bridge. Burj Khalifa
is designed in the shape of a ship’s sail and is one of Dubai’s most
renowned buildings. You will get to see this marvelous building during the
helicopter tour.
Burj
Khalifa is a building in Dubai. It is 829 metres high, making it the tallest
building in the world. It was officially opened in 2010 and is by far Dubai’s
pride, having won numerous awards since its inception. You will get to see the
magnificent Burj Khalifa rising above the clouds during the helicopter tour.
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Atlantis
the Palm
The
Palm Atlantis is a luxury hotel resort built on the apex of Palm Jumeirah. The
hotel’s design is themed from the myth of Atlantis and an incorporation of
other Arabic elements. This is another sight that you will get to see during
the helicopter tour.
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Historical
Wind Towers
Wind
towers were used as air conditioning during the old days to counter the hot
temperatures of the Persian Gulf. The towers rise up to 6 metres above the roof
and are open on all four sides to channel the air breeze into a triangular
flute leading into the house. These wind towers are on old Dubai buildings and
you will get to see them during the tour.
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Dubai
Marina
This
is an artificial canal city with residential buildings built along the Persian
Gulf coastline. You will get to see
sights such as the Cayan Tower, Dubai Marina Mall and Princess tower during the
tour.
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Business
bay
This
is a Central Business district in Dubai with numerous skyscrapers located where
the Dubai Creek was dredged. This is another highlight of the helicopter tour.
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Port
Rashid
Port
Rashid is a man-made port in Dubai covering an area of 3 square kilometres. It
is a cruise terminal for both cargo and passenger vessels. You will also get to
see this port during the Dubai helicopter tour.
Dubai Helicopter tour packages
12 minutes Dubai helicopter tour
This
is a 12 minute helicopter tour around Dubai. The tour will be on a Eurocopter
AS 350 B3 which has a capacity of 5 passengers and a maximum weight of 450 Kgs.
The
helicopter takes off at the Dubai Police academy at the Jumeirah Helipad and
takes you on a route
to see these sites;
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Burj Al Arab
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Palm Jumeirah
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Jumeirah coastline
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Burj Khalifa
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Business Bay
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Dubai Canal
For
more information on this tour package.
15 minutes Dubai Helicopter tour
This
is a 15 minute helicopter tour of Dubai aboard a Eurocopter EC 130. The aircraft
has a capacity of 6 passengers and maximum weight of 400 Kgs.
The
tour begins at Atlantis the palm on the Nasimi Parking Helipad and takes you to
see the following sights;
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Burj Al Arab
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World Islands
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Sheikh Zayed Road
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Union
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Mall of Emirates
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Burj Khalifa
For
more information on this tour package.
22 minutes
Dubai Helicopter Tour
This
is a 22 minute helicopter tour of Dubai in a Eurocopter AS 350 B3 which has a
capacity of 5 passengers.
The
tour kicks off at the Helipad in Dubai Police academy and takes you to see the
following sights;
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The world islands
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Palm Jumeirah
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Atlantis Hotel
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Burj Al Arab
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Burj Khalifa Dubai Canal
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The wind towers on Bur Dubai
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Old Dubai
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Dubai Creek golf course
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The Jumeirah coastline
For
more information on this tour package.
25 minutes Dubai Helicopter Tour
This
is a 25 minute helicopter tour of Dubai aboard a Eurocopter EC 130 which has a
capacity of 6 passengers.
This
helicopter tour begins at the Nasimi Parking Helipad on Atlantis the palm and
takes you to see the following sights;
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Burj Al Arab
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Port Rashid
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The Creek
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Burj Khalifa
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Dubai Marina
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Jumeirah Islands
For
more information on this tour package.
Dubai Helicopter tour terms
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The Dubai Helicopter tour does not include
transfers.
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Passengers must check in 45 minutes before the
helicopter departs.
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Baggage in not allowed aboard the helicopter
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A clear copy of passport and ID are required
for all passengers.
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Children aged below 3 years are not allowed.
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