Australia Zoo Experience
From Caloundra to Steve Irwin's Wildlife Empire
Skip the highway. Fly to Australia Zoo over the Sunshine Coast coastline and Glasshouse Mountains, spend the day with the crocs and koalas, and helicopter home before peak hour. Two packages, every detail handled.
The Best Day at Australia Zoo Starts in the Sky. You can drive to Australia Zoo. Most people do the Bruce Highway, the carpark hunt, the rush back before traffic kicks in. Or you can climb into a private helicopter at Caloundra Aerodrome, lift off over Kings Beach, track the Sunshine Coast coastline north, then sweep inland over the ancient Glasshouse Mountains before touching down for a day with crocs, koalas, tigers and the team carrying on Steve Irwin's legacy.
Whether you've got a full day with the family or three hours for a long lunch at the Warrior Restaurant, the Australia Zoo Helicopter Experience is how Sunshine Coast locals (and the in-the-know visitors) actually do Australia Zoo.
CHOOSE YOUR EXPERIENCE
Two Ways to Do Australia Zoo by Helicopter
Australia Zoo Crikey Adventure
Full-day wildlife experience for up to 4 people
The ultimate way to do Australia Zoo. Lift off from Caloundra at 8am, scenic flight up the coast and over the Glasshouse Mountains, then a full day with crocs, koalas, kangaroos, tigers and the daily Crocoseum show. Helicopter home by 4pm — back at the aerodrome before peak-hour traffic has even started.
Perfect for: Families wanting the full Australia Zoo day without the highway slog. Visiting interstate or international family who deserve a "wow" experience. Group bookings of mates, in-laws, or birthday celebrations. Kids who'd rather take a helicopter than sit in a car.
What's Included: Scenic coastal helicopter flight from Caloundra to Australia Zoo. Full-day entry to Australia Zoo. Private helicopter return to Caloundra. Bose noise-cancelling headsets and pilot commentary on the flights.
crikey Adventure
Up to 3 passengers
Bookings run Wednesday through Sunday with a 3-day minimum notice. Lock in your preferred date now.
Duration: Full day
From
$TBA
8:00am - 4:00pm
AUD - Inc GST
Australia Zoo Fly 'n' Dine
Warrior Restaurant - Luxury lunch experience for 2
The romantic upgrade. Lift off at midday, scenic flight over the coastline and Glasshouse Mountains, then long lunch at the Warrior Restaurant, Australia Zoo's premium dining venue with sweeping bushland views. Helicopter home by 3:30pm. Perfect for anniversaries, milestone birthdays, or any Wednesday-Sunday that deserves to feel like a special occasion.
Perfect for: Anniversaries, birthdays, and "just because" date days. Visiting family who want quality time over zoo logistics. Couples wanting the Australia Zoo experience without the full-day commitment. Long lunches you'll talk about for years.
What's Included: Scenic coastal helicopter flight from Caloundra to Australia Zoo. Lunch at Warrior Restaurant. Private helicopter return to Caloundra. Bose noise-cancelling headsets and pilot commentary on the flights.
FLY 'N' DINE
2 passengers (designed for couples)
Bookings run Wednesday through Sunday with a 3-day minimum notice. Lock in your preferred date now.
Duration: 3.5 Hours (approx.)
From
$TBA
12:00pm - 3:30pm
AUD - Inc GST
What You'll See on the Way There and Back
Both packages include the same scenic flight route, about 20 minutes each way. Ttaking in some of the Sunshine Coast's most photographed landscapes:
The Caloundra coastline, Kings Beach, Bulcock Beach, Moffat Beach from above
Pumicestone Passage, the protected waterway between Caloundra and Bribie Island
The Glasshouse Mountains, 26-million-year-old volcanic peaks from the sky
Sunshine Coast hinterland, Beerwah farmland and bushland on the approach to Australia Zoo
You'll fly low enough
to spot landmarks, surfers, if you're lucky dolphins along the coast
Why Oceanview for australia zoo
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Save 2+ hours of driving, back at Caloundra before peak-hour traffic.
Every seat is a window seat, kids glued to the glass the whole way.
Bose noise-cancelling headsets for live pilot commentary.
CASA certified pilots with thousands of hours.
Private helicopter both ways, no sharing with strangers.
All logistics handled, flight times coordinated, no parking, no carpark hunt at the zoo.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the helicopter flight to Australia Zoo?
Approximately 20 minutes each way — about 40 minutes of total flight time across the day. The Crikey Adventure runs 8am–4pm; the Warrior Restaurant Fly 'n' Dine runs 12pm–3:30pm.
How much does the Australia Zoo helicopter experience cost?
Pricing varies by package.
What's the difference between the Crikey Adventure and the Warrior Restaurant Fly 'n' Dine?
Crikey Adventure is a full-day wildlife experience for up to 4 people — includes Australia Zoo entry, 8am–4pm. Warrior Restaurant Fly 'n' Dine is a 3.5-hour luxury lunch experience for 2 — includes lunch at the Warrior Restaurant but not full zoo entry. Crikey for families, Warrior for couples.
Do children need a ticket?
Children aged 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult on the helicopter flights. Australia Zoo entry tickets for children are included in the Crikey Adventure package.
How much notice is required to book?
A minimum of 3 days notice is required for all Australia Zoo helicopter experiences. This gives us time to coordinate flight times, zoo bookings, and restaurant reservations.
What days do the experiences operate?
Wednesday through Sunday only. Mondays and Tuesdays the zoo and restaurant are typically closed.
Is Australia Zoo entry included in both packages?
Yes for the Crikey Adventure (full-day entry). The Fly 'n' Dine package includes lunch at Warrior Restaurant; if you'd like to add zoo entry afterwards, talk to us at booking.
Sunshine Coast's premier scenic helicopter tour operator. Family-owned, CASA certified, based at Caloundra Aerodrome. Flying guests since 2020
CONTACT US
Connect: Oceanview Helicopters
Mobile: 0429 843 287
Address: 20 Pathfinder Drive, Caloundra West