Cascades & Canyon
Spectacular Picnic Flight
Approximate Duration from Private Game Lodges: 2 hours
Approximate Duration from Hazyview: 1½ hours
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Soar above raging rivers, sheer cliffs and magnificent waterfalls cascading into deep gorges.
- Explore the Blyde River Canyon, the third deepest and greenest canyon in the world.
- Swoop over the Pinnacle and land at the ultimate picnic site with magnificent views of the Lowveld.
This exhilarating helicopter flight takes you on a journey through lush valleys and over dramatic landscapes. Marvel at cascading waterfalls and towering cliffs, including a stunning bird’s-eye view of Lisbon Falls, plummeting 92 meters in four spectacular streams. The adventure continues over other iconic waterfalls, such as the Cascade, Berlin, Mac-Mac, and Forest Falls, each offering breathtaking photo opportunities.
As you soar along the escarpment, take in the awe-inspiring Panorama Gorge and the unique rock formations of the Blyde River Canyon—a natural wonder stretching 30 kilometers and plunging 1,000 meters deep. The journey culminates with a dramatic swoop over the Pinnacle and the iconic Three Rondawels before landing at an exclusive picnic site.
Here, indulge in a gourmet picnic paired with premium South African sparkling wine while enjoying the sweeping vistas of the Mpumalanga Lowveld, creating a perfect ending to an unforgettable experience.
Details:
- Pick-up Options:
We offer pick-up from hotels and game lodges in the Timbavati, Manyeleti, and Sabi Sand areas (subject to the availability of a suitable heli-pad) - Flight Schedule:
Two scheduled flights per day, with flexible departure times to accommodate your game drive itinerary.
2025 CASCADES & CANYON SPECTACULAR PICNIC FLIGHT RATES
Bell Jet Ranger - 4 Seater
EXCURSION DEPARTING | MINIMUM RATE : 2 PAX | 3 PEOPLE | 4 PEOPLE |
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Hazyview | R 37 700 | R 40 800 | R 43 800 |
Sabi Sand / Timbavati / Klaserie | R 53 100 | R 56 100 | R 59 100 |
Bell Long Ranger - 6 Seater
EXCURSION DEPARTING | MINIMUM RATE : 2 PAX | 3 PEOPLE | 4 PEOPLE | 5 PEOPLE | 6 PEOPLE |
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Hazyview | R 50 200 | R 54 300 | R 58 500 | R 62 600 | R 66 800 |
Sabi Sand / Timbavati / Klaserie | R 70 600 | R 74 800 | R 78 900 | R 83 100 | R 87 200 |
- All rates include VAT at the current rate of 15%.
- Mpumalanga Helicopter Company cannot be held responsible for departure delays due to mechanical related matters or inclement weather.
- Bookings will be confirmed upon receipt of full pre-payment.
- A 50% cancellation fee will be levied for cancellations received 7 days prior to flight, and 100% cancellation fee if cancelled less than 72 hours prior to the activity.
- All quotes are subject to fuel price increases due to Rand/Dollar exchange rate fluctuations.
- Quotations are valid for the specified routing and number of passengers (PAX).
- Quotations are subject to adjustment should the services originally quoted not be available at the time of booking.