Abu Dhabi Helicopter Tour: Sheikh Zayed Mosque & Yas Island

White marble domes and the Arabian Gulf spread beneath you as the helicopter lifts off.

A 17-minute helicopter tour departing from Al Marina covers Abu Dhabi's most recognizable sights (Etihad Towers, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Yas Island and the waterfront) in a single flight with a live English-speaking guide. The tour lasts 90 minutes total, including ground time. You can add hotel pickup and drop-off, or arrange your own transport to the departure point. Children from age 5 are welcome.

Options for this experience

2 options

From AED 922 per person, depending on the option and date you choose.See dates & book

A 17-minute helicopter flight No fixed time Guide in English Tickets only, transfer not provided

Helicopter ride, transfer provided No fixed time Guide in English Transfer pickup is included

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Step-by-step itinerary

Abu Dhabi 17-minute helicopter tour

• Depart from Al Marina
• Fly over Al Kasir area
• View Marina Mall from above
• Fly past Emirates Palace and Mandarin Oriental
• See Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
• Glance at Yas Island attractions

Stops and time spent at each 5 stops

1. Etihad Towers 30m
2. Marina Mall passing by
3. Emirates Palace passing by
4. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque passing by
5. Yas Island passing by

What’s included

• 17-minute helicopter flight over Abu Dhabi's landmarks.
• live guide commentary in English.
• all fees and taxes.
• pickup and drop-off at your hotel or location (if you select the transfer option at checkout).

Times

• Every day No fixed time

Before you book

Group Up to 5 2 private ›

Live guide English

Meeting point and pickup Hotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Ages Adult (11 and older) · Child (5 to 10 years) · Under 5: can't be booked

Cancellation and refunds Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund. It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Confirmation Confirmation within 48 h

Good to know

Low physical effort Public transport nearby

Operated by ROYAL FALCON LLC

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The experience

The helicopter lifts off from Al Marina and climbs over Etihad Towers and the Al Kasir district. From there the route sweeps past Marina Mall's waterfront, then across to Emirates Palace and the Mandarin Oriental: two landmarks whose scale and geometry reveal themselves only from above. The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque appears next, its white marble domes and intricate architecture visible as the helicopter passes. The flight continues toward Yas Island, where you'll see Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld and Yas Marina Circuit laid out below before the return to Al Marina.

The tour runs 17 minutes in the air. The full experience, including briefing and landing, takes 90 minutes. A live guide in English narrates the flight, pointing out landmarks and answering questions. You can book the helicopter ride alone, or add a transfer option that includes pickup and drop-off at your hotel or location in Abu Dhabi. Without the transfer, you'll need to reach Al Marina on your own. All fees and taxes are included in the price.

Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 10 years). Children under 5 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What landmarks do you see on the 17-minute helicopter tour?

The tour covers Etihad Towers, Marina Mall, Emirates Palace, the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, and Yas Island with its theme parks and racing circuit: all visible from the air as the helicopter passes over the city and coast.

How long is the full experience, and what's included in that time?

The total experience is 90 minutes: 17 minutes in the air plus ground time for briefing, boarding and landing. The helicopter ride, guide commentary, all fees and taxes are included. The transfer option adds hotel pickup and drop-off if you select it at checkout.

Can I book a transfer to Al Marina, or do I need to arrange my own transport?

You have two options at checkout: the helicopter ride alone, which requires you to reach Al Marina yourself, or the helicopter ride with transfer, which includes pickup and drop-off at your location in Abu Dhabi.

What can I expect to see from the helicopter as it flies?

You'll see Abu Dhabi's modern skyline, the shimmering Arabian Gulf coastline, the white marble domes of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, the luxury architecture of Emirates Palace, and the entertainment attractions of Yas Island: all from a bird's-eye perspective as the helicopter banks and climbs over the city.