About us
It all started in 1994, when our involvement in Mozambique’s Zambeze Delta began.
From humble beginnings with a single helicopter, Wildlife Helicopters has grown into an industry leader, continuing to make a mark in conservation work and rural tourism.
WHO WE ARE
Passionate and impactful
At Wildlife Helicopters, our pilots, support team and management are doing what they love most. Along with this, our fleet of ten helicopters enables us to have the right helicopter for any job.
Whether it’s flying to support the capture of an endangered species, anti-poaching to protect Mozambique’s precious ecosystems, a transfer to your holiday on a beautiful island, or chartering you to a remote destination far off the beaten track — our passion shows.
CONSERVATION
Game capture and conservation require an exceedingly capable pilot, as well as an intimate understanding of wildlife and individual species’ idiosyncrasies. This takes years of dedication and time in nature and wildlife. With veteran pilot Peter Perlstein at the helm, along with his highly experienced team, we are well-equipped to handle your game capture and conservation requirements.
ISLAND TRANSFERS
Mozambique’s beaches and islands are in a league of their own. A scenic helicopter transfer to the resort of your choice is one of the finest ways to start your vacation. With helicopters permanently based in Vilankulos and various islands, we are standing by to fly you to paradise.
CHARTERS
Helicopters enable us to reach far-reaching destinations and undertake a diversity of tasks. Our team’s experience and knowledge of Mozambique allows us to meet your specific needs, such as supplying emergency support, utility work and passenger transfers to remote locations.
WHERE WE FLY
Our bases and coverage
The primary bases that we operate from in Mozambique include:
• Mungari Rio (Zambeze Delta)
• Vilankulo International Airport in Vilankulos
• Benguerra Island in the Bazaruto Archipelago
Conservation areas we service include:
1. Maputo National Park
2. Karingani
3. Limpopo National Park
4. Chimoio
5. Gorongosa Reserve
6. Gilé National Park
7. Chipanje Chetu
8. Zinave National Park
We also fly to the islands in the Bazaruto Archipelago.
OUR FLEET
ROBINSON 22
One passenger + pilot
Cruise speed: 177 km/h
Range: 386 km
ROBINSON 44
Three passengers + pilot
Cruise speed: 200 km/h
Range: 560 km
BELL 206 JETRANGER
Four passengers + pilot
Cruise speed: 165 km/h
Range: 693 km
BELL 206 LONGRANGER
Six passengers + pilot
Cruise speed: 205 km/h
Range: 665 km
OUR TEAM
The people at the heart of Wildlife Helicopters
No matter the job or the destination, you are in good hands with our highly experienced team. Safety is our top priority, along with an eagerness to exceed your expectations where ever we can.
Mark Haldane
Pilot & Founder
Peter Perlstein
Chief Pilot & Co-Owner
Lara Pacheco Faria
Administration & Co-Owner
Dustan Haldane
Pilot & Co-Owner
Heather Haldane
Pilot & Co-Owner
Poppie Holmes
Operations Director
Megan Bosch
Pilot
JJ Kooy
Pilot
Baltazar Manda
Pilot
Calvin Goosen
Pilot
OUR PARTNERSHIPS
Working together for greater impact
Mozambique is blessed with an incredible network of conservationists. From government to NGOs to private individuals, Wildlife Helicopters Mozambique is fortunate to work alongside the very best of them.
