{"id":56594,"date":"2018-12-20T06:01:42","date_gmt":"2018-12-20T04:01:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/kougaexpress\/experience-jeffreys-bay-from-the-skies-20181219-2\/"},"modified":"2025-03-21T08:33:50","modified_gmt":"2025-03-21T06:33:50","slug":"experience-jeffreys-bay-from-the-skies-20181219-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/kougaexpress\/experience-jeffreys-bay-from-the-skies-20181219-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Experience Jeffreys Bay from the skies"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

\n F<\/span>ANCY a bird\u2019s eye-view of all the holiday action and experience Jeffreys Bay from a unique perspective as you gaze on unparalleled scenery from above?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A helicopter flip with Theron Aviation along the coastline is a perfect gift this festive season, but be warned \u2013 it is addictive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Arriving at Theron Aviation at the back of Buco in Blaaukrans Street, Jeffreys Bay, we are greeted by experienced pilot Meyburgh Theron and his team \u2013 all the way from Bloemfontein.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is the fourth year that they do helicopter flips in Jeffreys Bay, but only over the festive season. During the year, Theron catches and culls wild animals professionally. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the sturdy R44 Raven II, we buckle up, put on our radio headphones \u2013 to converse with the pilot \u2013 and settle for take-off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although a bit nervous at first with the open helicopter, Theron assures me that no one has ever fallen out. In fact, it is impossible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\n Kabeljous<\/b>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cKabeljous or Paradise Beach,\u201d asks Theron after take-off on the 8-minute flip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Definitely Kabeljous.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Maybe we see a shark or two lurking in the water \u2013 from high above, off course.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Theron laughs, \u201cChances to see sharks are slim with the current red tide. Sharks usually stay away. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cBut we did see about 30 large sharks close to Oyster Bay just the other day.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And he was right \u2013 no luck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He turns the helicopter towards Kabeljous \u2013 giving us an eagle view of Jeffreys Bay and the spectacular salt water canals of Marina Martinique in the distance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cLook! There is a paraglider . . .,\u201d says The-ron. \u201cAnd just look at all the beach-goers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAnd there is the cove and Kabeljous Ri-ver.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Then it is time to turn around.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As Theron gently manoeuvres the helicopter to the left \u2013 I quickly assess the situation: what can I grab? The window? The seat? Or even his leg?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But then I realise, I will not fall out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\n Spectacular views<\/b>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jeffreys Bay from above was an unforgettable sight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The trip allowed us to see what we would otherwise never have noticed before: a myriad of small dams, the rapid expansion of the town, the wind farm, farms and wildlife.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But nothing could beat the clear view of the beach and cove.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The sunny weather \u2013 even with some clouds \u2013 was a bonus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sadly, the joyride came to an end all too quickly and we touched down at the starting point \u2013 a perfect landing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We are quietly lost in deep reflection of what we have just witnessed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Young and old can enjoy this activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\n More information<\/b>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Taking a helicopter trip over Jeffreys Bay gives you a unique perspective of the town. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What sights are in store for you?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This depends on the route you choose to book and how much your wallet can withstand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The two different options you can choose from are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n