Queensland Helicopters

This is their shortest scenic flight that becomes airborne and heads to the outskirts of the wonderful town, giving you an unforgettable perspective of the hub of the central west.

A fantastic 10 minute scenic flight around Longreach and over the Thomson River. You will see the famous Stockman’s Hall of Fame and of course the Qantas Museum and static aircraft display Boeing 747, 737 and 707 at Longreach airport along with the awe inspiring, vast ancient landscape that is central western Queensland

Follow the winding curves of Thomson River on their extended flight to the town weirs and into channel country on their incredible 20 minute scenic flight.

Their most popular scenic flight stays popular for a reason, this ancient landscape is truly best appreciated from above. See channel country like never before and marvel at the incredible central west.

Duration: 20 Minutes (approx.)

There is nothing quite like the kaleidoscope skies during an outback sunset. Celebrate the day’s end as you toast the warm golden glows with a complimentary beer, wine or soft drink. See Longreach’s iconic attractions and the Thomson river bathed in colourful sunset hues while the outback Queensland landscape throws longer and longer shadows.

The Channel Country and Canapes Experience is the perfect way to explore and discover the natural beauty of this region, soar high above the Thomson River channel country and Mitchell grass plains on a safe and comfortable 20minute scenic flight while their experienced pilots offer fascinating insights into the history of the region.

After the flight you will land in a secluded, often inaccessible by any other means, location for a locally sourced picnic and refreshments while soaking up the serene surroundings.

Our Robinson R44 Helicopter allows a minimum of 2 and maximum of 3 passengers, if more seats are required please contact us at bookings@qldheli.com.au or 0492481254.

Henry ('Harry') Redford was an explorer and a cattle thief. In 1870 he stole about 1000 cattle and drove them more than 1200kms across Queensland and South Australia. It was an amazing feat that showed great skill and endurance, and turned Henry Redford into an outback legend.

Join our scenic flight to Starlight's Lookout. Legend has it, that this lookout was used by notorious cattle thief, Harry Redford (also known as Captain Starlight) to survey the surrounding plains while stolen cattle were being rounded up. Walk to the top for a spectacular view of the open plains below and a complimentary beverage*.

What to bring: Water Bottle, Camera, Sunglasses

Our Channel Country & Canapes Experience is the perfect way to

explore and discover the natural beauty of this region, soar high above the Thomson

River channel country and Mitchell grass plains on a safe and comfortable 20

minute scenic flight while our experienced pilots offer fascinating insights

into the history of the region.

After the flight we land in a secluded, often inaccessible by any other means, enjoy this location with a locally sourced picnic and refreshments while soaking up the serene surroundings.

Come aboard our helicopter and take a commentated scenic flight to the Australian Age of Dinosaurs museum in Winton. The flight is roughly 1 hour each way and while on the flight out and back you'll get to experience the central west from the best advantage point. See channel country, the Mitchell grass plains and the ancient, expansive landscape. Landing at the Age of Dinosaurs museum to a booking for your group to see your chosen exhibits before boarding the helicopter for the flight home.

Tour Features

· Channel Country

· Thomson River and surrounding are area

· Central Western Queensland

Expansive, ancient landscape

· Australian Age of Dinosaurs Museum

· Onboard snack and water

· Duration: Return flights to Australian Age of

Dinosaurs, Winton are approximately 1 hour each way

Darr River Scenic Experience with Station Tour & Morning Smoko

Tour Description

Complete your Longreach experience by visiting Darr River Downs, a 55,000 acre working merino sheep & beef cattle station. In our fully air-conditioned helicopter take the 25min scenic flight from Longreach to Darr River Station where you'll be greeted by owners Fiona & Paul for a fully guided tour. The tour takes you through the property's history, original buildings, landmarks & onsite museums before finishing the morning off with smoko & heading back to Longreach.

Tour Features

• Station Tour (300m walking tour)

• Scenic drive to Boot Hill Cemetery

• Morning Tea – home baked

• Duration: Return flights to Darr River Downs from Longreach, 25min each way + 1.5hr-2hr tour