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Helicopter Tours: A New Way to Explore Knysna and the Garden Route

Travellers to Knysna along the Garden Route now have the opportunity to experience this well-loved destination from a stunning aerial perspective. Helicopter Tours have come to this iconic Western Cape holiday destination with AER Helicopters.

Knysna Helicopter Tours

Scenic flight over the Garden Route, South Africa. Photo: AER Helicopters

Scenic flight over the Garden Route, South Africa. Photo: AER Helicopters

AER Helicopters have a variety of packages featuring well-loved destinations.

Knysna Above is a breathtaking 15-minute helicopter tour that showcases the very best of this area.

During this flight, you’ll soar over the iconic Knysna Heads, glide above lush forests, and take in the tranquil beauty of the lagoon from the sky.

Their most popular flight in this region is the 30-minute Milk Run.

This sees travellers fly above Sedgefield, Buffels Bay, Brenton-on-Sea, Knysna, and Noetzie, affording gorgeous views of all of these destinations.

AER Helicopters also offers the one-hour Ocean Safari to see the coastal magic that runs along the Garden Route.

Fly above Knysna, Noetzie, Robberg, Plettenberg Bay, and Keurboomstrand for a scenic tour of stunning beaches and coastlines.

During a trip, you may even be able to spot whales and dolphins gliding in the water from above!

Private Helicopter Transfers

AER Helicopters provides private transfers for people travelling within the Western Cape, including if you decide not to rent a car at George Airport and wine farm drop-offs.

Book your helicopter tour after choosing your car rental with Drive South Africa during your next trip to the Western Cape!