Who We Are — Leisure Heli Tours | Melbourne’s Premier Helicopter Experience Company
Leisure Heli Tours is Melbourne’s leading luxury helicopter tour company, operating from Essendon Fields. We offer premium scenic helicopter flights, bespoke helicopter charters, helicopter winery tours, corporate travel, and milestone celebrations — including helicopter weddings and proposals — across Melbourne and Victoria.
What is Leisure Heli Tours?
We’re a boutique, bespoke helicopter tour company with one obsession: crafting extraordinary moments in the sky. Based at Essendon Fields — just minutes from Melbourne’s CBD — Leisure Heli Tours specialises in luxury helicopter experiences that go far beyond a standard scenic flight. Think private winery landings in the Yarra Valley, rooftop proposals over Port Phillip Bay, and corporate transfers that make a genuine statement on arrival.
We’re also proud that the ownership of Leisure Heli Tours includes people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage. This deep cultural connection shapes everything we do — from the respect we show for Country as we fly over it, to the communities we champion on the ground.
What Helicopter Experiences Does Leisure Heli Tours Offer?
From a 15-minute city buzz to a full-day winery escape, every Leisure Heli Tours experience is designed to be genuinely memorable — not just ticked off a bucket list. Our services include:
- Custom Luxury Helicopter Charters — tailored entirely to you
- Scenic Helicopter Flights over Melbourne and Victoria
- Helicopter Winery Tours — Yarra Valley, Mornington Peninsula, Macedon Ranges and beyond
- Corporate Helicopter Travel and Private Airport Transfers
- Helicopter Weddings, Proposals & Celebrations
- Romantic Getaways and Special Occasion Flights
- Film, Photography & Aerial Media Charters
- Eco-Friendly Gender Reveals & Unique Events
Our Mission
This mission is simple, yet non-negotiable: to create experiences that people talk about for the rest of their lives. We believe luxury travel should be personal, respectful, and genuinely engaging — for the people flying with us, and for the communities and landscapes we fly over. Every journey we design honours the Traditional Owners of the lands beneath our rotors, and pays respect to the cultural heritage that makes Australia’s landscape so extraordinary.
Why Choose Leisure Heli Tours?
- A passionate, professional team who care deeply about getting the details right
- Truly bespoke experiences — nothing off-the-shelf, nothing cookie-cutter
- Indigenous ownership bringing authentic cultural connection to our operations
- An unwavering commitment to safety, sustainability, and community
- Melbourne’s most versatile helicopter fleet, operating from Essendon Fields
Our Commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility
At Leisure Heli Tours, exceptional experiences come with a responsibility to people, communities, and planet. CSR isn’t a policy document filed away somewhere — it’s how we actually operate. Our commitment is built on four core pillars:
1. Supporting Children Facing Terminal Illness
We actively support charitable organisations focused on children living with terminal illness. Because if anyone deserves a moment of wonder and escape, it’s them. Through partnerships, donations, and direct participation in charitable initiatives, we contribute our time, resources, and expertise to organisations that bring comfort, joy, and lasting memories to children and their families.
2. Encouraging Our Team to Give Back
Our people are the heart of this business — and we back them to be the heart of their communities too. We actively encourage every member of the Leisure Heli Tours team to volunteer, participate in fundraising events, and support causes that align with our values. Giving back is part of how we grow, both as individuals and as a company.
3. Environmental Responsibility
Flying is a privilege — and we don’t take lightly its environmental weight. We’re committed to reducing our carbon footprint through renewable energy use, robust recycling programmes, improved fuel efficiency, and ongoing review of emerging sustainable aviation practices. Being a small, agile operator means we can act fast, try new approaches, and implement responsible practices without waiting for a boardroom to approve it.
4. Safety Above Everything
The safety of our guests, pilots, and crew is our highest priority — full stop. We operate to the strictest aviation standards, invest continuously in training, and maintain every aircraft to the highest regulatory and manufacturer specifications. Our pilots are experienced professionals who bring precision, calm, and genuine expertise to every flight. A safe operation is a responsible operation — and one that earns your trust.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leisure Heli Tours
Where is Leisure Heli Tours located?
Leisure Heli Tours operates from the Main Terminal, Suite G03, 72 Hargrave Ave, Essendon Fields, Melbourne, VIC. Essendon Fields is easily accessible from Melbourne’s CBD and suburbs, with ample parking on-site.
What types of helicopter tours does Leisure Heli Tours offer?
We offer scenic helicopter flights, luxury winery tours, corporate charters, helicopter weddings and proposals, romantic getaways, aerial photography, and fully bespoke private helicopter experiences across Melbourne and Victoria.
Is Leisure Heli Tours safe?
Yes. Safety is our number one priority. All flights are operated by highly trained, CASA-licensed commercial pilots with extensive experience. Our aircraft are maintained to the highest regulatory standards and inspected before every flight.
Who owns Leisure Heli Tours?
Leisure Heli Tours is proudly owned in part by people of First Nations.. This cultural connection enriches our operations and deepens our commitment to respectful, inclusive travel across Australia’s landscapes.
How do I book a helicopter tour with Leisure Heli Tours?
You can book directly through our website, call us on (03) 7302 8806, or email fly@leisuretours.com.au. Our team will help you design the perfect experience from the first conversation.
Find Us
📍 Main Terminal, Suite G03, 72 Hargrave Ave, Essendon Fields, Melbourne VIC
📞 (03) 7302 8806
✉️ fly@leisuretours.com.au
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The sky is waiting. Whether it’s your first helicopter flight or your fiftieth, Leisure Heli Tours will make it one you never forget. Let’s build your experience together.