Bell Gorge & Lennard Gorge Helicopter Scenic Flight from Mount Hart
Difficulty
easy
Duration
90 minutes
Fitness Level
Minimal fitness required—suitable for most travelers able to climb into a helicopter and sit for 90 minutes.
Overview
Soar above the Isdell Valley and peer down at the cascading tiers of Bell Gorge and Lennard Gorge on a 90‑minute helicopter flight from Mount Hart Wilderness Lodge. This scenic loop delivers geological drama, cultural context and photo-ready waterfalls in one efficient outing.
Bell Gorge & Lennard Gorge Helicopter Scenic Flight from Mount Hart
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The helicopter lifts off from the scrub and red dirt around Mount Hart Wilderness Lodge and, in a handful of minutes, the ground peels away into a panorama the road can never reveal. From above, the Isdell Valley appears as a cut in the earth—ancient ridgelines, ribboned rivers and the sudden, bright punctuation of waterfalls. Bell Creek threads its way to Bell Gorge, where a series of cataracts drops into a deep plunge pool; farther along the flight path, the Lennard Gorge opens like a carved spine across the Gibb River Road country.
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Adventure Tips
Declare weight accurately
Operators require weight information to calculate aircraft balance—provide exact weights for all passengers to avoid last‑minute issues.
Expect weather cancellations in wet season
The Kimberley wet season (roughly Nov–Mar) brings unpredictable storms and may cancel flights—book with flexible timing.
Bring sun and wind protection
A wide‑brim hat, UV sunscreen and a windproof layer are useful for boarding and deplaning when gusts stir dust on the pad.
Camera prep
Use a fast shutter and a polarizer; store lenses in a padded bag and keep straps secure to avoid drops during the flight.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Freshwater crocodile (in remote pools during dry season)
- Wallabies and agile wallaroos along ridgelines at dawn
History
The region sits on the traditional lands of Ngarinyin and Bunuba peoples; rock art and oral histories map travel routes and sacred sites tied to water sources.
Conservation
Operators limit noise and landing zones, and visitors are asked to respect cultural sites and pack out all waste; wet season closures protect fragile tracks and breeding wildlife.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Sunglasses
Reduces glare when photographing bright rock and water from the air.
summer specific
Windproof jacket
Useful for the airstrip and cooler mornings when boarding the helicopter.
winter specific
Camera with fast shutter
Captures sharp images during aerial passes; a polarizer helps with reflections.
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated before and after the flight—remote lodges may have limited drink options.
summer specific