One of the many benefits of speaking with Strath Air Helicopters, and by the very nature of helicopters, is the freedom to access many unique locations and venues that are inaccessible by plane or by vehicle. The versatility of helicopters make them unique in themself and with Strath Air Helicopters, we can customise a unique tour to suit you or alternatively offer a one of our established tours for your enjoyment. Whether it be a romantic getaway, an adventure packed journey or a corporate event, at Strath Air we can accommodate the wildest of imaginations. Some of these are provided below for your consideration.
Unique 1 - Misty Mountain Health Retreat
A health retreat with a touch of paradise.
Misty Mountain is such a place! Nestled in the forests of the Great Dividing Range, south-west of Coffs Harbour, Misty Mountain offers you the opportunity to retreat to an environment that belongs to another time.
Fly to this unique and remote retreat in our Robinson 44 helicopter where you'll be greeted by hosts Michael and Barbara O'Neill who help guide you on a path to physical health and wellbeing.
Enjoy the therapeutic benefits of a steam sauna, plunging into a cool rock pool. Indulge in both Swedish and remedial massage, either inside the massage room or in the luxury of a private bush setting.
Soothe your mind and relax your muscles during a massage on an open-air deck overlooking a natural gorge.
Savor the freshness of the fruit and vegetables from their own gardens, grown organically and combined to make vegetarian dishes both for your delight and health.
Prices: Contact either Strath Air Helicopters or Misty Mountain direct for prices and arrangements.
Unique 2 - Nymboida River Heli Fishing
Have you ever dreamt of being flown into a remote fishing location to seek out the elusive freshwater cod or the famous bass. Just 25 minutes each way from Coffs Harbour, this location is only accessed by helicopter or 4x4 wheel drive, and even then it's privately owned and only Strath Air Helicopters has permission to land there.
Let Strath Air take you to this private and unique fishing spot on the famous Nymboida River. Take in a morning or an afternoon's fishing or even camp overnight beside two of the deepest fishing holes on the river. Revel in the thrill of hooking up that giant cod or snaring that elusive bass either using fly-fishing methods or a variety of other bait methods.
Tours arranged by appointment only and on demand. Best months are through summer. Please bare in mind, all cod must be returned to the river due to species protection legislation however there are some HUGE cod in these holes.
Prices: Contact us today for a quote and to plan your trip.
Unique 3 - Cassegrain Winery Tour (Port Macquarie)
Want to blend your love of flying with a love of wine, without the hassles of having to drive? Strath Air Helicopters have the ideal unique tour in our Cassegrain Winery Tour.
Located at Port Macquarie, Cassegrain Winery is a fantastic example of a successful north coast winery, producing some outstanding wines for the region. Blend your love of quality wines with a a truly amazing helicopter flight from Coffs Harbour, taking in the sensational mid northern NSW coastline and such locations as Urunga, Nambucca Heads, South West Rocks and also the Bellinger and Hastings Rivers.
Perhaps combine the total 1 hour 40 minutes flying and winery tour with perhaps a romantic lunch, marriage proposal or wedding anniversary, dining at the sensational award-winning winery restaurant 'Ca Marche'.
Maybe oysters are more your taste! Indulge your senses with the annual Oysters in the Vines event held in January each year or maybe fly down for their 'Day On The Green' music festival held a couple of times each year. Some of the artists performing here in previous concerts include Kasey Chambers, The Whitlams, Diesel and Troy Cassar-Daley to name but a few.
Prices: Contact us today for a quote and to plan your trip.
http://www.cassegrainwines.com.au/
Unique 4 - Nymboida Coaching Station
Located approximately 25 minutes away from Coffs Harbour by helicopter, the Nymboida Coaching Station is a unique northern NSW hotel with an incredible history and an intriguing location.
Not only do they offer excellent accommodation, but are open for quality meals in the fully licensed premises seven days a week, providing lunches 12-2pm and dinner 6-8pm daily, and can also provide morning and afternoon teas every day with the exception of Christmas Day and Good Friday.
Fly with Strath Air Helicopters and land on the helipad at the site so you can take that unique break from the hussle and bustle of everyday life. Break your travel and enjoy an overnight stay or simply refresh yourself in the delightful setting on the banks of the Nymboida River with perhaps the chance of spotting a platypus in the wild
The ideal location again for that special occasion or simply a unique experience.
Tours arranged by appointment only and on demand. If staying overnight, accommodation for the pilot will be included in the price as it is more cost effective than returning for a pick-up the following day.
Prices: Contact us today for a quote and to plan your trip.
http://www.coachingstation.com/
