Top USA Helicopter Tours

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.

When your ship anchors in Juneau port, get ready for a shore excursion pumped with adventure and incredible views. First, soar by helicopter over Juneau Icefield, and then land on Herbert Glacier to explore the remote landscape by foot. Learn about the surrounding Alaskan wilderness and capture memorable shots during your icefield walk. This tour includes hotel pickup and transportation to and from the helicopter facilities.

Get views of the Grand Canyon you won't get anywhere else on this helicopter tour from Las Vegas. Fly over the canyon and the winding Colorado River as your pilot shares insights into 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 or a stop at a Western Ranch with lunch.

See New York City from above on this nighttime helicopter tour. Soar over the Statue of Liberty, Times Square, and the George Washington Bridge, enjoying aerial views of the city illuminated at night. This shared experience offers a unique perspective of New York's skyline with live pilot narration and floor-to-ceiling windows for optimal viewing.

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.

South Lake Tahoe can be slammed with tourists at any time of the year. Avoid the masses on land by prebooking this Emerald Bay helicopter tour. Take off from South Lake Tahoe and fly above the area to see main highlights such as Fallen Leaf Lake, Cascade Lake, Pope Beach, and Taylor Creek. Learn about Emerald Bay as you fly with live commentary provided.

Admire the sparkling Las Vegas Strip from above during an evening helicopter tour. Soar over Sin City for around 10 minutes, looking down on the shimmering lights of downtown’s Glitter Gulch and the neon-lit Strip, which is especially dazzling after dark. Your pilot provides narration on sights including the Luxor Pyramid, Bellagio Fountains, and the MSG Sphere. Hotel pickup and round-trip transportation are available as an option.

Experience the Grand Canyon from a perspective few visitors ever get to see, flying over its vast landscape before descending deep below the canyon rim to a private landing site beside the Colorado River. Step out of the helicopter to take in the towering canyon walls up close, enjoy a Champagne toast and light snacks, and savor the rare opportunity to experience the Grand Canyon from deep within the canyon itself. Then take to the skies again for a spectacular return flight alongside the Las Vegas Strip, combining an extraordinary journey into the Grand Canyon with unforgettable aerial views of Las Vegas for a once-in-a-lifetime experience from start to finish.

Take in views of the Las Vegas Strip in all of its glittering glory on a 10-minute helicopter flight that lets you admire Sin City at its most impressive. Soar over this famous stretch of Las Vegas Boulevard for exceptional views of the city’s skyline and beyond, including the Bellagio, the Mirage, and the Fremont Street Experience.

Enjoy a perspective of New York City that few people see during a shared scenic helicopter flight. Soar over the Big Apple, looking out for landmarks such as the Empire State Building, Central Park, and the Statue of Liberty. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a resident, this tour is a great way to see New York City from above. Frequent departures can fit into almost any schedule.

If you want to see a different side of Miami—away from the crowds—then this private helicopter tour is a perfect option. Soar above South Beach, Key Biscayne, Fisher Island, and Miami’s Downtown area with commentary from the pilot throughout. Look out for celebrity mansions, and if you’re lucky, you might even spot dolphins and manatees in their natural habitat.

Get a unique, 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 and enjoy 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.

See why Kauai is called the Garden Isle on a helicopter tour that showcases the island’s amazingly diverse landscapes. Soar over the rugged Na Pali Coast for an unparalleled view of the emerald spires and sea cliffs, admire the “Jurassic Park Falls” made famous by the hit film, and fly over the red desert valleys of the Waimea Canyon. It's the best way to see the island in all its glory, with a local perspective thanks to the pilot’s narration.

With this incredible tour, you’ll start with a helicopter flight over the ancient glaciers of the 1,500-square-mile Juneau Icefield. After seeing this marvel of Mother Nature from above, you’ll land at a remote glacier camp for yet another ride on the wild side: zooming across the Alaskan tundra—high, rugged mountains surrounding you—pulled by a rambunctious group of Alaskan huskies. It’s truly an only-in-Alaska experience.

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 peaks, canyons, and coastline from the air with unobstructed views on this 60-minute doors-off MD500 helicopter tour. Identify landmarks with pilot 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. Ages 10 and older.

Fly away from Hilo Airport and into a world of volcanoes, rainbows, and waterfalls. With this family-run helicopter company—the longest-running on the island—you’ll meet your captain, get a safety briefing, and hop into your helicopter for an approximately 55-minute aerial adventure. With your captain doubling as guide, you’ll explore the volcanoes of the national park, lava flows, orchid farms, lush forests, and so much more.

Like most national parks, Zion can be extremely crowded and hard to get around when its at its peak busy season. Enjoy views of the land without having to fight for space on land with this Zion National Park Helicopter Tour. This helicopter tour covers 55 miles (88.5 kilometers) around the park, and you’ll see places like Kolob Canyon, Smith Mesa, and the Canaan Mountain Wilderness Area as you fly.

Go on an outdoor adventure in Alaska with this small-group helicopter tour with a glacier landing. Take off on a scenic flight and admire views of the Knik River on the way to the Knik Glacier. In the summer, land right on the glacier beside a sparkling melt pool and explore the nearby area with your pilot who serves as your guide. In the winter, land in front of the glacier beside its towering ice walls.

Soar over New York City on a helicopter tour, and enjoy a unique perspective on Manhattan's skyline and city landmarks, including the Empire State Building, One World Trade Center, and the Statue of Liberty. Enjoy aerial views of Yankee Stadium, Madison Square Garden, Little Island, Hudson Yards, and New York Harbor with live commentary throughout your shared flight.

Get stellar views of downtown Portland from inside an airplane with this aerial experience for up to three passengers. You'll fly over iconic sights such as the Portland, Oregon sign, the Moda Center, the Rose Quarter, and Providence Park, with the chance to take aerial photos of downtown Portland, the Willamette River, and the city's many bridges. This small-group airplane tour is available in English and Spanish to accommodate more travelers.

Experience the breathtaking beauty of Kauaʻi from above on an unforgettable PRIVATE, doors-off helicopter adventure with ALL WINDOW SEATS! No strangers, no crowded helicopters just you, your guests, and incredible views of Hawaiʻi's Garden Isle. Soar over the famous Manawaiopuna "Jurassic Park" Falls, explore the vibrant red and green gorges of Waimea Canyon, and marvel at the towering emerald cliffs, hidden valleys, and pristine beaches of the world-famous Nāpali Coast. Discover the spectacular Mount Waiʻaleʻale crater, one of the wettest places on Earth, where countless waterfalls cascade down lush tropical cliffs. With Mauna Loa Helicopters, every tour is PRIVATE, giving you a personalized experience, unobstructed photo opportunities, and a front-row seat to Kauaʻi's most spectacular scenery. No crowds. No middle seats. Just you and the magic of Kauaʻi! Routes and visibility are weather permitting.

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 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.