Abu Dhabi Corniche 17-Minute Shared Helicopter Tour

This short flight shows the Abu Dhabi waterfront and its best-known landmarks in 17 minutes. It starts and finishes at the Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal heliport at Zayed Port (Mina Zayed). The route takes in the Corniche skyline, Marina Mall and the Rixos hotel, Emirates Palace, the Presidential Palace, the Heritage Village and the flagpole, then Hudayriyat Island, Sheikh Zayed Sports City and Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, before the helicopter returns to the port. The helicopter is shared, with up to 6 guests on board, and the crew assigns seats. The cabin has large windows. The price is from US$192 (USD) per person. Arrive 45 minutes before your flight, and every guest must bring an original, valid passport or Emirates ID. There is no hotel pickup, so make your own way to Zayed Port. Headsets are included so you can hear the pilot’s live commentary in English. Food, drinks, selfie sticks, smoking and vaping are not allowed on board. The limit is 110 kg (242 lb) per passenger; above that you may be refused boarding, but you can buy an extra seat on the same flight, and seat-belt extenders cannot be used. Children must be at least 2 years old. The flight is not suitable for wheelchair users, pregnant women or people with heart problems. Cancel up to 24 hours before for a full refund. If the weather or visibility is poor, you can reschedule free of charge or take a full refund. Live prices are shown when you book. To fly the same route with only your group, see the 17-minute private tour; for a longer flight, the 30-minute shared tour. See all four flights on the Abu Dhabi hub.