About this tour
A one-hour scenic flight departing from Kalgoorlie that showcases the region's mining heritage and geological landscape. You'll bank over the sprawling Super Pit gold mine and nickel smelter, then head south toward Kambalda to survey Lake Lefroy's vast salt flats punctuated by deep excavation scars. The contrast between the parched lakebed and the dramatic mining operations reveals the scale of extraction that built this corner of Western Australia.
Highlights
- Super Pit gold mine from above—one of Australia's largest
- Nickel smelter industrial complex in full view
- Lake Lefroy salt lake expanse and crater-like pits
- Kalgoorlie-Boulder urban layout from the air
- All landing and facility fees included
What to expect
After boarding, the aircraft climbs over Kalgoorlie's urban sprawl before heading toward the Super Pit. The scale of the mine pit itself is striking—a massive open wound in the earth—followed by views of the industrial smelter complex. As you fly south, the landscape transitions to the bleached salt flats of Lake Lefroy, where enormous mining cavities drop away into the otherwise flat expanse. The contrast is stark and visually arresting. Flight time is roughly 60 minutes, and you'll spend much of it at low enough altitude to distinguish detail without excessive turbulence.
Good to know
Minimum two passengers required; single bookings risk cancellation with full refund offered. Infants travel on an adult's lap. The flight is wheelchair accessible. Weather may affect scheduling in outback regions, so confirm the night before. Bring sunglasses and a camera.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.