Sydney Seaplanes at Rose Bay: Feel a little like James Bond
Even if you’ve seen Sydney Harbour a dozen, or a thousand times before, there’s nothing quite like seeing it from the air. And when it comes to air travel, can it possibly get any cooler than flying by seaplane? Step off a rugged yet elegant Cessna float plane in some glamorous coastal location and you can’t help but feel a little bit James Bond.
With Sydney Seaplanes at Rose Bay, the seaplane experience isn’t just for the rich, the famous and the secret service – anyone can hop on a daily scenic flight, take off from the water and drink in million-dollar views and invigorating sea breezes.
Sydney Seaplanes operates three De Havilland Beavers and a Cessna Caravan 208 out of their special aquatic base at Rose Bay Marina. The shortest tour is the brief but spectacular ‘Sydney Highlights’ ($170 per person), which takes 15 minutes to sweep past the stunning sandstone cliffs of South Head, over the golden sands of Bondi Beach and back via the Harbour Bridge and Opera House. The 30-minute ‘Sydney Secrets’ ($235) itinerary heads up the beautiful northern coastline to isolated Palm Beach, then glides past the harbour landmarks on the way home.
For a ridiculously romantic experience, Sydney Seaplanes also offers luxurious ‘Fly and Dine’ packages. This could involve being dropped off on a secluded beach with a gourmet picnic spread, or touching down outside a five-star waterfront venue like the acclaimed Berowra Waters Inn on the Hawkesbury River, or Jonah’s at Palm Beach.
Offering VIP flight and accommodation packages and private charter flights, Sydney Seaplanes are the people to get in touch with if you want to combine the adventure of oceangoing travel with dazzling aerial vistas and a healthy dose of glamour – check out their website for all the details.
Posted by Fiona Davies
