Top North America Helicopter Tours

Get a bird's-eye view of New York City on this small-group helicopter tour. Soar over the Statue of Liberty, Chrysler Building, One World Trade Center, Central Park, Times Square, and more. Your flight includes the heliport fee and offers a comprehensive look at the city's top sights without having to spend hours traversing the city on your own by car or on foot.

Get great views—and see far more than would be possible from land—by taking to the Kauai skies on this small-group helicopter tour. You'll cover the island's most important attractions as you soar over landscapes made famous by movies; the high sea cliffs of the Na Pali Coast, Waimea Canyon, waterfalls and more.

Marvel at Kauai's lush mountain peaks, dramatic canyons, and unspoiled coastline from the air with unobstructed views on this 60-minute doors-off helicopter tour. Identify major landmarks with the pilot's narration and use your full hour to snap photos of Manawaiopuna and Waipo’o Falls, Waimea Canyon, and Na Pali Coast. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

See the city of Toronto and the surrounding region on this brief but stunning helicopter flight. Soar over the largest city in Canada with an exclusive sightseeing tour of Toronto’s downtown skyline and beyond, including the iconic CN Tower, the Canadian National Exhibition grounds, and the beautiful Lake Ontario waterfront. This incredible flight covers almost 12 miles and includes one keepsake digital photo.

Soar above Sedona and admire all of its famous rock formations and canyons from the air on this scenic helicopter experience. During your 20 mile (32 kilometer) helicopter tour, you’ll enjoy incredible aerial views of landmarks such as Cathedral Rock, Bell Rock, Thunder Mountain, Boynton Canyon, and much more.

Don’t settle for seeing the Knik Glacier Pools from the ground or the air, instead pick a private excursion that gives you both aerial views and a mountaintop landing. Enjoy views and wildlife spotting from the helicopter, with no wings to get in the way. When you land, don your drysuit and paddleboard through crystal-clear glacial waters for stunning views of the snow-covered wilderness. Trail snacks are included.

This is a fun and luxurious way to get a whistle-stop tour of Nashville’s top sights. Instead of being stuck in traffic, ascend into the sky in a helicopter and see the best of Music City from above. Along the way, listen to commentary about the sights you pass and fly over lots of key city landmarks in a short space of time—such as the Ryman Auditorium, Tennessee State Capital, and the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum.

Experience Orlando in an unusual way: from the window of a helicopter. Sit back and enjoy an eight- to 10-minute flight over highlights such as The Big Orange, Old Town, Fun Spot, and Kissimmee city. Learn about the development of the area and its history through your pilot's commentary and snap epic aerial photos as you travel.

Embark on a luxury helicopter tour for a breathtaking aerial experience of the Grand Canyon. Fly over the canyon and the winding Colorado River as your pilot shares expert commentary on the dramatic landscape below. Along the way, enjoy panoramic views of Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, Black Canyon, and the glittering Las Vegas Strip. For a more immersive flight, upgrade to include extended time over the Grand Canyon’s West Rim.

Soar over the entire Garden Island for unforgettable views on this air tour of Kauai. From aboard an aircraft designed for sightseeing, soak up breathtaking views of natural attractions like Waimea Canyon, Opaekaa Falls, the rugged Na Pa Coast, and Mt Waialeale — the wettest spot on earth. Your experienced pilot provides informative narration during this thrilling flight.

Soar above scenic Maui and Molokai on this scenic and exciting helicopter flight—it's ideal for thrill seekers in Hawaii. Feel the island breeze in your hair as you enjoy the only doors-off helicopter flight on Maui, gliding above the unique vistas of towering waterfalls, sparkling rainbows, and unspoiled valleys thick with rainforest.

To fully appreciate the beauty of Hawaii’s ‘Garden Isle,’ take to the skies above Kauai on a helicopter tour in a new Eurocopter Eco-Star. Soar over the island’s diverse terrain, from rain-soaked Mt. Waialeale and the waterfalls of Waiapuna to the dry red ravine of Waimea Canyon and the emerald spires of the Na Pali Coast. A two-way radio for communication with the pilot, along with an expansive viewing glass, adds to the unforgettable flight experience.

The excitement of a helicopter tour can quickly turn to disappointment when you are seated in the middle. Not on this private tour where every seat is a window seat. You'll get excellent views of Kauai as you soar through the sky, over Manawaiopuna Falls, also known as “Jurassic Park falls," the Olokele Canyon, Waimea Canyon, Na Pali coast, North Shore and Wai'ale'ale crater.

Experience the Grand Canyon in a way most tourists won't—flying high above it inside a helicopter. Touch down deep inside the canyon for a Champagne toast and explore the Grand Canyon's breathtaking beauty in luxurious style, with exclusive access to a private bluff. This unforgettable tour includes ample flying time, as well as complimentary drinks and snacks during your adventure for a truly seamless experience.

Go on an outdoor adventure in Alaska with this small-group helicopter tour with glacier landing. Take off on a scenic flight and admire views of the Knik River on the way to the Knik Glacier. Land directly on or near the glacier (depending on the season) and set out on a guided glacier or ice formation hike before the return flight. Keep an eye out for wildlife such as moose, bears, and mountain goats.

Fly high above the Tennessee countryside on this helicopter tour over the French Broad River, Douglas Lake, and the Great Smoky Mountains. Gain a new perspective on the landscape as your helicopter weaves through the air and you learn what makes the area unique through guided narration from your pilot.

The Grand Canyon is undoubtedly beautiful, but this helicopter tour of the iconic canyon elevates the views to a whole new level. Soar over Kaibab National Forest and into the Dragon Corridor—the deepest and widest part of the canyon. Upgrade your tour to include a Hummer tour of other essential Grand Canyon sights after the ride; your car is waiting for you for a seamless transition.

Experience Niagara Falls like never before, from an entirely new perspective, on this scenic helicopter journey. Enjoy the unforgettable sight of the American, Bridal Veil, and Canadian Horseshoe Falls from high above, along with a view of the many landmarks along the way, like the Niagara River and Whirlpool Rapids. Each passenger receives an individual headset that provides interesting and educational commentary about the falls during the flight.

On this exclusive helicopter tour of Maui, see a side of Hawaii that most tourists don't as you soar past valleys and hidden waterfalls that are inaccessible by land, and hover above ridgelines that sit at the heart of the rugged West Maui mountains. Cross the channel to neighboring Molokai and get up-close views of a part of the world that has barely been touched by man.

This Oahu aerial tour reveals all the highlights of the island from above. Each state-of-the-art Eco-Star helicopter is designed for touring and provides picture-postcard views through the glass. Look down at historic Pearl Harbor as well as Diamond Head, Honolulu, and Waikiki. Buckle up with the pilot and hear recorded commentary on hidden rain forests, valleys, waterfalls, and beaches that many visitors never see. Transport is available from select hotels.

Take in sweeping views of Chicago from the air during a scenic helicopter flight that offers a premier experience of the Windy City. This private 45-minute flight provides an aerial look at landmarks such as Millennium Park, Navy Park, and Wrigley Field. Ideal for a special occasion, this helicopter tour accommodates up to three people and includes the use of noise-cancelling headsets to hear the pilot clearly.

Take your Banff trip to new heights—and see views most visitors miss—during this small-group helicopter sightseeing trip. Pick between a range of itineraries; then, soar like a bird above iconic Banff landmarks like Bow Valley and the snow-capped peaks of Mt. Lougheed and Wind Mountain, listening to insights from your experienced pilot about the history of the region and its First Nations people.

If you don't have the time, or the expertise required, to go on a glacier expedition on foot, a helicopter tour is a great way to see the glaciers surrounding Anchorage. This tour takes you over spectacular scenery and makes three landings—one alpine, one on an ice wall, and one in the middle of Knik Glacier—where you can get out and explore with your guide. You also have the possibility of seeing mountain goats, Dall sheep, moose, and, in the summer months, bears and wolves. Note: in winter, the helicopter lands next to the glacier.