Airport Transfer by Helicopter

The airport Helicopter transfer includes:

• Helicopter Transfer to your hotel’s helipad/ closest helipad to your place of accomodation (see list of Helipads below)
• Private Helicopter transfer for up to 4 pax
• Sightseeing - view amazing landscapes and topography during the flight
• An overview of Mauritius from the pilot
• Onboard Luggage space (limited capacity)
• Fully equipped with safety equipment and measures
• Trained and experienced helicopter pilot
• Personalised service

List of Helipads - Mauritius

North Coast:

• LUX* Grand Gaube Hotel
• Royal Palm (hotel residents only)

East Coast:

• St Geran Hotel
• Constance Belle Mare Plage Hotel
• Shangri-La's Le Touessrok Resort & Spa
• Anahita (hotel residents only)

South Coast:

• Le Paradis Hotel (hotel residents only)
• Bel Ombre Golf Course (Heritage Hotel residents only)
• Avalon Golf Course

Please note that some helipads have a landing fees which are to be paid on the day of the flight directly at the helipad.

This package includes only the helicopter transfer to or from the Mauritius SSR International Airport and your hotel / closest helipad to your place of accommodation (one-way).

Should your hotel or place of accommodation not have a helipad; Mauritius Attractions can provide a transfer to the helipad closest to your place of accommodation (for a supplement).

In such a case, you will also have to pay an additional amount to cover the landing fees charged by the operator of the helipad.

Luggage Transfers

Mauritius Attractions can provide a luggage land transfer in a dedicated vehicle directly from the airport to your place of accommodation in case your luggage exceeds the below mentioned luggage limitations:

• 1 - 2 passengers: 2 suitcases (each of maximum of 23 kgs) + 2 hand luggage
• 3 - 4 passengers: 1 hand luggage per person

Such luggage transfer service is provided for a supplement.

Airport Transfer by Helicopter

Start or end your memorable holidays in Mauritius in style with this exclusive airport transfer service by helicopter. If an airport transfer by taxi is too mainstream for you, then you’ve got to try this quicker and fancier way to reach your hotel, or get back to the airport. You can bring along your luggage for the aerial trip or if the helicopter can’t accommodate all of it, then a separate land luggage transfer can be arranged.

Upon arrival at SSR International Airport, the land support crew will welcome you with a bright smile and guide you towards the helicopter. Get ready for a wonderful trip in the Mauritian skies as you board one of the Bell Jet Ranger helicopters. Equipped with 4 passenger seats, this exclusive means of transport gives you a private experience only with your closed ones.

Not only does this helicopter airport transfer help you avoid being stuck in traffic and wasting your precious minutes, but it is also a fun way to discover the beauty of Mauritius from up high, and witnessing exceptional postcard-worthy views that can never be found elsewhere.

Throughout the flight, the pilots, each trained to the highest safety standards, will provide you an overview of Mauritius as you fly over amazing landscapes and topography, heading comfortably to your place of accommodation or the closest helipad.

The other option is to fly back to the airport with this exciting transfer by helicopter, and cherish the last few moments with your loved ones as you soak in the beauty of Mauritius one last time. This is also a much faster way to reach the airport, which means you get maximum time to make the most out of your holiday before heading back home.

Moreover, upon departure, you get to access the Amédée Maingard Lounge at an additional cost, where you can chill and unwind before the long tiring hours of your flight. Eat and drink to your heart’s content, relax on the lounge chairs or rest comfortably in the quiet zone while you watch the busy airport schedules unfold before you.

Mauritius Helipads

Helipads in Mauritius are dotted around the island, usually in the secure premises of a hotel or in an estate.

Please note that some helipads have a landing fee and vary. In such a case, you will have to cover the landing fees charged by the operator of the helipad. The landing fees are to be paid on the day of the flight directly at the helipad.

Should your hotel or place of accommodation not have a helipad, Mauritius Attractions can provide the transfer to the helipad closest to you at a supplement fee.

List of Mauritius helipads

The Amédée Maingard Lounge

Not Available Until Further Notice

For only a small supplement, you will get to benefit from all the luxuries The Amédée Maingard Lounge at the Mauritius International Airport has to offer. The lounge is only available for departures.

The Amédée Maingard private lounge is intended for passengers on Air Mauritius and its Codeshare partners. It offers quality services and a relaxing atmosphere to its loyal and most discerning passengers.

Lounge Facilities:

• Exclusive personal service
• Access to a Bar & Buffet area
• Quiet relaxation zone
• Cosy salons
• Audio visual amenities
• Free WiFi Access
• Showers
• Facilities for passengers with reduced mobility
• Baby changing facilities

About The Helicopter

The five-place helicopter is the safest single engine helicopter in the world. It is a turbine engine powered helicopter. The helicopter is fast, comfortable, reliable and provides an unrivalled view. The fleet comprises a seating with a capacity of 4 passengers plus the pilot. A trained and experienced helicopter pilot, according to global safety standards, will guide you throughout your amazing trip.

Make: Bell

Model: 206 Jet Ranger

Lifting Capacity: 500 kg

Crew: 1 Pilot

Passenger Capacity: 4 passengers

Engine: 2 single engines (Bell jet Ranger 206BIII)

Note: The helicopter will wait for one hour only. If the client misses the transfer for any reason and is unable to catch the flight as a result of reaching the information desk past the 1-hour waiting time, no refund will be given. Furthermore, we are not liable for delays at the immigration desk or any other procedure.

• Max Passenger Capacity: 4 passengers.
  In case of 3 or more passengers, the flight trip will only be offered under the weight limitation.
• When booking any of the helicopter transfers it is in the responsibility of the client to follow all the luggage limitations and should it be required, to book a separate land transfer for their luggage
• Access to the Airport Lounge is available against a supplement . The Airport Lounge is used upon departure only
• The helicopter flights are subject to weather conditions.
• The helicopter flights at the airport are subject to Air Traffic Control.
• Other flight conditions apply.
• Please note that some helipads have a landing fees which are to be paid on the day of the flight directly at the helipad.

Important Details to Submit

In order to process any helicopter booking, client MUST provide the following details:

• Name of each participant as per the passports and Gender
• Nationality
• Passport number
• Date of birth of each participant
• Weight of each participant
• In case of any Children or baby, please specify same with the above details