First, you need to get to the designated take-off point. For us, it was at Atlantis The Palm, a hotel on Palm Island.
You can also take off from the Dubai Police Academy, located near the Mall of Emirates. It’s very convenient that the location is within walking distance of the metro.
The coordinates of this location are: 25°07’24.6‘N 55°11’30.3’E
You need to arrive no later than 45 minutes or 1 hour (depending on where you buy the tour) before departure. The exact information will be indicated on your voucher. During this time, you will be registered, given safety vests and instructed. At this time, each member of the group will be weighed and given a badge with the number of the seat where you will be sitting.
Seats are assigned according to weight, so it is not possible to reserve a specific seat in advance. Lighter passengers are usually seated at the front.
The helicopter has huge windows, so no matter where you sit, you are sure to be impressed.
Is there a transfer service?
The availability of a transfer service depends on where you book the service.
In most cases, you need to book a transfer separately for helicopter tours, which costs $93. However, as the take-off point is close to the metro, you can walk there.
Some websites may say that the transfer is included in the price, but this information is out of date.
In our case, we did not need to use the transfer service, as we rented a car. This was much cheaper and more convenient. Read this article to find out everything you need to know about renting a car in Dubai.
What time of day is best for a helicopter flight over Dubai
We took a daytime tour. This turned out to be an excellent choice, as we could see all the sights and the bright sun made for great photos.
There is no point in leaving very early, as you will not get enough sleep and the sun will not be as bright as during the day. Evening flights are suitable for those who want to see the sunset.
