NAC Helicopters Cape Town
NAC Helicopters Cape Town
NAC Helicopters Cape Town
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8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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NAC has been flying since 1946, always growing, always improving. Based in Cape Town's iconic V & A Waterfront, NAC Helicopters is perfectly located to showcase the Mother City's breathtaking beauty. With a variety of scenic tours to choose from, each of which will reveal magical and hidden vistas only visible from a helicopter, the memory will forever remain in your mind. Allow us to make your dreams come true as we fly you in one of our luxury helicopters, following the dramatic coastline of the Cape Peninsula.
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Anthony R
Cape Town Central, South Africa20 contributions
Feb 2024 • Family
Completely smooth and professional experience. I had planned the flight as a surprise treat. NAC's communications were responsive and helped me sort out times and dates, and facilitated our experience.
I picked NAC because of their aviation pedigree, and their service during the whole experience just confirmed my choice.
We flew the Cape Point circuit in the Bell 407 machine, and got a surprisingly smooth ride even in a 25 Knot South Easter at Cape Point.
I would recommend NAC to anyone wanting an experience out of Cape Town harbour.
I picked NAC because of their aviation pedigree, and their service during the whole experience just confirmed my choice.
We flew the Cape Point circuit in the Bell 407 machine, and got a surprisingly smooth ride even in a 25 Knot South Easter at Cape Point.
I would recommend NAC to anyone wanting an experience out of Cape Town harbour.
Written 11 February 2024
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Dear Anthony R78
Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! We are thrilled to hear that your surprise flight with NAC was such a success and that our team was able to assist you seamlessly throughout the process.
At NAC, we take pride in our aviation pedigree and are dedicated to providing top-notch service to all of our customers. We're delighted that your Cape Point tour flight in the Bell 407 exceeded your expectations, even in challenging weather conditions.
Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another unforgettable experience.
Thanks again for choosing NAC!
Warm regards, NAC Helicopters Cape Town Team
Written 20 February 2024
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Suzy2023
Winchester, UK2 contributions
Nov 2023 • Friends
When you spend this much money you expect to have a good experience. Unfortunately, I was placed on the right hand side of the helicopter and didn’t have much of a view and absolutely no a view of Table Mountain. When I asked the pilot if he could let the people on the right hand side have a view of Table Mountain, he said yes but then didn’t bother. Very disappointing flight. The pilot was called Julian and he was very much like a robot didn’t really listen to his passengers request. We were also put in a group of six into one helicopter so we were packed in like sardines, when others in the group I was traveling with went up in fours threes and twos. Why did we have to be in a six? We paid the same money but definitely didn’t get the same experience. Not worth the money! Treated poorly. When I explained how I felt to the staff they just said oh well!!
Written 10 November 2023
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Dear Guide00649876532,
Thank you for sharing your feedback with us, and we sincerely apologize for the disappointment you experienced during your helicopter tour. We take your concerns seriously and want to assure you that your experience is not reflective of our usual standards.
We are truly sorry to hear that you were placed on the right-hand side of the helicopter and did not have a clear view, especially of Table Mountain. Your expectations are completely justified, and we regret that the pilot's response did not meet your needs. Our pilots are communicating between the base, and with other aircraft and passengers whilst flying a helicopter, and it is possible that he never heard you. If he did and forgot to comply, we are sure it wasn’t intentional. We will address this with our team to ensure better communication and responsiveness in the future.
Regarding the seating arrangement, we understand your frustration at being grouped as six when others in your party had a more comfortable setup. We strive to provide an equitable experience for all our guests, and we regret that this was not the case for your group. We will review our seating policies to avoid such discrepancies in the future.
We genuinely apologize for the lack of empathy and understanding you encountered when expressing your concerns to our staff. Your feedback is invaluable, and we will use it to improve our customer service and communication.
We would appreciate the opportunity to make amends for your disappointing experience. If you could provide us with more details about your reservation, we would like to investigate this matter further and take corrective actions.
Once again, we apologize for falling short of your expectations, and we hope to have the chance to regain your trust in the future.
Warm regards,
NAC Helicopters Cape Town Team
Written 31 January 2024
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BigJeffs
Livingston, UK179 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
Only a 15min trip but what a spectacular experience. The magnificence of the City and it’s environment can be really appreciated on a helicopter ride.
Very reasonable price and excellent service from NAC. Loved it.
Very reasonable price and excellent service from NAC. Loved it.
Written 30 August 2023
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Dear BigJeffs,
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us! We're delighted to hear that you found our Hopper Tour to be a spectacular experience, allowing you to appreciate the magnificence of the city and its surroundings.
We're proud to offer a memorable experience at a reasonable price, and it's fantastic to know that our service met your expectations. Providing excellent service is always our priority, and we're thrilled that you loved your time with us.
Your positive feedback is truly appreciated, and we hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for more aerial adventures in the future.
Safe travels and warm regards,
NAC Helicopters Cape Town Team
Written 31 January 2024
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Anne W
11 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
A magical experience. The view is wonderful. Thanks to Kévin, our pilot
A very professionnal and sympathetic team.
A very professionnal and sympathetic team.
Written 14 August 2023
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Dear annewK9198YB,
Thank you for sharing your enchanting experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that your helicopter tour was nothing short of magical, and we appreciate your kind words about the wonderful view.
We're especially grateful for the mention of Kevin, our pilot. Our team takes pride in providing not only breathtaking views but also a professional and sympathetic experience. It's heartening to know that our efforts to create memorable moments are being noticed.
Your positive feedback is a great motivation for our entire team, and we look forward to the opportunity to welcome you back for more memorable adventures in the future.
Safe travels and warm regards,
NAC Helicopters Cape Town Team
Written 31 January 2024
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Sam Nguhiu
Nairobi, Kenya5 contributions
Jun 2023 • Solo
The NAC team were very accommodating, it was a windy day and they indulged me to wait out the weather for the helicopter tour experience. The whole experience was VIP from the hotel pick up, reception at the office, golf cart drive to the heliport and experience with the pilot.
I recommend them a 100 times over!
Being a solo traveler it was great to have the ground staff meet me on my return and offer to take my photos on my phone.
I recommend them a 100 times over!
Being a solo traveler it was great to have the ground staff meet me on my return and offer to take my photos on my phone.
Written 10 July 2023
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Dear Snguhiu,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your positive experience with NAC! We are thrilled to hear that you had such a fantastic time during your helicopter tour, even with the challenge of windy weather.
It's wonderful to know that our team was accommodating and patient, allowing you to wait for better conditions.
We're delighted that you felt like a VIP throughout your journey, from the hotel pick-up to the reception at our office, the golf cart drive to the heliport, and the overall experience with our pilot. Providing a seamless and memorable experience for our guests is always our goal.
As a solo traveler, we are especially pleased to hear that our ground staff made you feel welcome and went the extra mile by offering to take photos for you. We aim to create a friendly and inclusive environment for all our guests.
Your recommendation means the world to us! We appreciate your trust and hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for more unforgettable experiences in the future.
Safe travels and warm regards,
NAC Helicopters Cape Town Team
Written 31 January 2024
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Stuart M
Melbourne, Australia7 contributions
Jun 2023 • Couples
What an amazing way to spend 12 minutes! The most spectacular views and the best hospitality. From the smiling office staff who were fab to the pre and post flight wines, this was truly a wonderful experience. We were supposed to do the flight the day before but the rain had set it. We were able to change the flight with the wonderful staff to the next day with no issues at all.
Can’t wipe the smile off my face 😁
Can’t wipe the smile off my face 😁
Written 28 June 2023
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Dear 378stuartm,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your fantastic experience with us on TripAdvisor! We are delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful time during your Hopper Flight.
It's heartening to know that you enjoyed the spectacular views and felt well taken care of by our smiling office staff. We strive to provide the best hospitality to our guests, and we are thrilled to see that reflected in your review.
We understand that weather can be unpredictable, but we're glad our team could seamlessly accommodate your change of plans and reschedule your flight for the next day. Flexibility and understanding are key elements in ensuring our guests have a stress-free and enjoyable experience.
It warms our hearts to hear that you couldn't wipe the smile off your face! Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we hope to continue providing memorable experiences for all our guests.
We appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back for another extraordinary adventure in the future.
Safe travels and best regards,
NAC Helicopters Cape Town Team
Written 31 January 2024
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lolipop177
Liverpool, UK78 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
Beautiful views of the coast on this quick 15/20 minute ride. I wouldn’t say it’s a must do (personal opinion) I enjoyed the hot air balloon more but it’s definitley an experience and the views are amazing. For me even with the headphones on I had a terrible headache afterwards due to the noise but I wouldn’t rule out doing another in the future. The staff at NAC though were amazing and our pilot was polite and whitty which was nice
Written 9 April 2023
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Hi Lolipop177
Thank you for your review!
Yes, helicopters are in fact quite noisy as compared to a hot air balloon. We are looking at improving our headsets to noise canceling to further improve client satisfaction and make the guided tour even more audible.
Everyone here is very thankful for your compliments, we strive to do just that!
We hope your stay in the mother city was an unforgettable one!
Kind Regards
NAC Helicopters Cape Town
Written 18 April 2023
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Nancy V
18 contributions
Mar 2023
I was able to go a Helicopter ride wit NAC helicopters in March with a tour group, Zebra Adventures. The pilot made it so much fun and we had beautiful views of Cape Town and table mountain. It was a great experience.
Written 20 March 2023
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Hi Nancy
Thank you for your wonderful review, we love hosting Zebra Adventures!
We're pleased to hear that the pilot made the experience fun-filled and that the views of our beautiful city made the experience worth it.
Thank you from us at NAC Helicopters Cape Town.
Written 4 April 2023
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Viv v
1 contribution
Jan 2023
Professional and welcoming from start to finish: awesome, friendly ground staff and a fantastic pilot, Anthony, who not only entertained my child’s curiosity of the helicopter, but also gave us a great aerial tour. Thanks NAC, what a great start to the New Year!
Written 1 January 2023
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Hi 952vivv
Thank you very much for your wonderful review, we love to hear what our passengers think of the experience we provide.
The team and I wish you a happy new year, thank you for starting it in style with us!
Kind Regards
NAC Helicopters Cape Town
Written 18 January 2023
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Paul S
30 contributions
Oct 2022 • Couples
Spectacular way to see the Mother City! Opted for the 2 oceans trip for my wife’s birthday and wasn’t disappointed. Excellent views and commentary throughout the trip. An expensive treat but worth it!
Written 23 October 2022
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Hi Spinkystravels
We must agree with you, truly spectacular to witness the grandeur of the mother city from the air.
Thank you for your review, we are proud to see such positive feedback!
Next time book direct and we can arrange a special discount on your return.
Kind Regards
NAC Helicopters Cape Town
Written 15 December 2022
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Arafat A
New Delhi, India1 contribution
كم ثمن الرحله و مدتها ؟؟
Kelly C
Cape Town Central, South Africa6 contributions
Morning,
Apologies for the delay in response.
We have several different trips that go along the Atlantic seaboard. You can view the different options on our website as well as the prices.
Kind Regards
NAC Helicopters Cape Town
Arafat A
New Delhi, India1 contribution
كم سعر الرحله و مدتها ..
Kelly C
Cape Town Central, South Africa6 contributions
Hi Arafat,
I hope you are having a wonderful day.
We have a number of different private and sharing options for you to choose from. For prices and different tour options, I would recommend visiting our website. We may not post links here but if you search for NAC Helicopters Cape Town then you will surely find out website.
If you need anything else or would like like to visit the website, please feel free to message me and I will send all the necessary information through.
Kind Regards
NAC Helicopters
ElishaFunsize
Dubai, United Arab Emirates26 contributions
Hi,
I have a few questions regarding a helicopter tour. Can you please reply to this question with your direct email so that I can ask you these questions and get a price guide? Thank you kindly
Elisha
Kelly C
Cape Town Central, South Africa6 contributions
Hi Elisha,
I hope you are having a wonderful day. My sincerest apologies for the delay in response.
It sees you cannot include any emails or website links. Please see the link to our website on our TripAdvisor page.
Kind Regards
Kelly
Marketing
NAC Helicopters
emiliesmets15
Leuven, Belgium
Is it recommended to do the helicopter ride in the morning or afternoon? Also more likely to have good weather than?
Thanks in advance!
Hi there,
In summertime, it is usually better to fly in the morning, as the South Easterly wind tends to pick up around mid-morning. It can blow too strong for us to fly certain routes. Flying later in the afternoon, just before sunset, can be quite spectacular too and you can have a truly breathtaking flight.
In winter, it might be better to fly a little later in the day, as there may be some fog or low-level clouds hanging around which makes it impossible to fly from a safety perspective.
Having said that, the Cape weather loves to keep us guessing – sometimes we have winter days that look and feel like summer; and summer days which are worse than winter! So it is always best to keep your eye on the weather forecast and stay in contact with us.
Best wishes, Team NAC
KKELLY67
Port Elizabeth, South Africa19 contributions
We are 6 adults and 2 little boys. Can you accommodate us and what is the pricing please? We want to do a heli flight on the 4th January 2017. Thanks so much.
Frankie R
Cape Town Central, South Africa3 contributions
Hello Kelly,
Please can we have your contact details (email and telephone number) so that we can send your our pricing options?
Thanks!