Private Helicopter After-hours 48 Miles Tour Theme Parks&Downtown

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Orlando, USA

45 minutes to 1 hour (approx.)
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Offered in: English

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Overview

See magical Orlando from a unique perspective in a helicopter. Get a bird’s eye view of the theme parks, the Orlando Eye, the Florida sunset, or even catch some fireworks on your sightseeing chopper tour. The pilot’s commentary will fill you in on all the details of the sights of the city, making this ride one of the highlights of your trip.

Scenic helicopter flight in the sky above Orlando, Florida
See the city's main sights illuminated at night
A private experience is just for you and your own group
An easy-to-find meeting spot in Kissimmee makes for a stress-free start

What's Included

All taxes, fees and handling charges
Helicopter tour (duration based on option selected)
Fuel surcharge
Licensed instructor/guide

Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

4010 4th St, Kissimmee, FL 34741, USA
From N. Hoagland Blvd take 4th Street and go straight to the end. You will see a gate (do not go through the gate) then turn right and the MaxFlight building will be on your left side.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Begin your private helicopter tour at the helipad in Kissimmee. Choose from a 20- or 30-minute tour and an array of departure times to fit your schedule and budget. Make sure to arrive well before your chosen start time to check in.

A pilot provides a safety briefing and overview of your tour before you take off. Then, soar through the enchanting skies of Orlando on a magical tour, offering unparalleled views of the city's attractions.

Opt for the 20-minute tour, which soars over the nighttime panorama of SeaWorld, Orlando Eye, Universal Studios, and Old Town Kissimmee while the entire area is illuminated. You also catch glimpses of the Disney complex including Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, and Blizzard Beach.

For the ultimate adventure, select the 30-minute tour covering a vast 48-mile route. Marvel at the illuminated downtown Orlando, SeaWorld, Orlando Eye, Universal and Disney complexes, and Old Town Kissimmee.

Conclude your awe-inspiring flight back at the base.

MaxFlight Helicopters

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Aquatica (Pass By)

ICON Park (Pass By)

The Orlando Eye (Pass By)

Inter & Co Stadium (Pass By)

Kia Center (Pass By)

Lake Eola Park (Pass By)

Disney Springs (Pass By)

ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex (Pass By)

Old Town (Pass By)

Fun Spot America (Pass By)

Eli's Orange World (Pass By)

Give Kids The World Village (Pass By)

MaxFlight Helicopter Services Inc. (Pass By)

Additional Info

Total weight per passenger: 300 lbs
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
If you’re taking an After-hours tour: Please be advised sunset changes daily and you must look for the time that accommodates your wants. i.e. if you want a sunset, please look up sunset times for the time of year you’re wanting to fly. We are not responsible for the amount of light, darkness, or overcast during the time in which you book. Please plan accordingly.
It is a private helicopter tour! You will not be sharing the helicopter with other tour passengers. Every seat is a window seat on this exciting Helicopter Tour!
People per ride: The helicopter fits 3 passengers at a time so if you have a party of 4 people or more, we will have to split them in two or more rides.
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Infants up to 2 years old (under 30lb/14kg) must sit on a lap and will fly for free.

Weight restrictions: One person CANNOT exceed 300lbs (136kg/21.4st) and the total weight for 3 people is 600lbs (272kg/42.8st). All passengers must be willing to be weighed for safety.
Arrival time: passengers must arrive 15 minutes prior to their scheduled departure. If you do not arrive within the specified timeframe, please contact us.
We require all the Adults' passengers IDs (drivers license or passports). No exception.
Reschedule/Cancellation Policy: A full refund or reschedule requires at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. No refunds will be given after that time period. Although all flight times are approximate and subject to change due to weather conditions and weight restrictions. If it is cancelled due to inclement weather (heavy rain, low cloud ceilings, lightning, or extreme winds), you will be offered a different date or a full refund.
Failure in showing up for your appointment without notice will result in cancellation of your tour without refund.
Please note that only the 40-45 min tour includes Fireworks
Self-stick on board not allowed
After-hours tour notice: If you are booking an after-hours tour, please be aware that sunset times change throughout the year. If you would like to see the sunset, please check the local sunset time for the date you plan to fly and choose your tour time accordingly. Please note that we cannot guarantee the amount of daylight, darkness, cloud cover, or other weather conditions during your scheduled flight. Please plan accordingly when selecting your tour time.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Kalika_A

It was an amazing and fun experience. Its such a beautiful view at sunset hour. I would 10/10 recommend it to anyone who has never been on a helicopter.

Reviews

4.8

based on 170 reviews

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The helicopter ride was...

jamila_b, Jun 2026

The helicopter ride was life changing!! My wife and I enjoyed every second! Matt was amazing! He was fun to ride with and very knowledgeable. 10/10 the best ride of my life!

Response from Host, Aug 2026

Thank you so much for your incredible review! We're honored to hear that your helicopter ride was such a memorable experience. It means the world to us that you and your wife enjoyed every second of your flight. We'll be sure to share your kind words with Matt—he'll be thrilled to know he helped make it the best ride of your life! Thank you for choosing MaxFlight Helicopters, and we can't wait to welcome you both back for another unforgettable adventure. 🚁❤️

I paid $225 to be insulted

HELEN_H, May 2026

During registration, i put in everyone weight, paid, ect. When i got there, i was told that together we exceeded the weight capacity. The guy helping the pilot was aggressive, threatening and very rude- combative really. asked him what steps he used to help my mom in the helicopter. He instantly became irate and spewed this : " because YOU ARE OVER WEIGHT, and before you accuse me of whatever your going to, I did all that stuff" I never raised my voice, never made any nasty remarks. I paid their fee of $225 × 3 and recieved body shaming - hate and accused of attempting to accuse him of something. I had no intention of accusing him of anything- I just wanted to know WHY my companion wasnt able to get in the helicopter!! I told the very friendly pilot - during the trip, his partner needed an attitude adjustment. I will add that after the flight he was almost perfect gentleman smiling, sweet talking - but never apologized!

Response from Host, May 2026

We take customer feedback seriously, but this review contains several inaccuracies that need to be addressed. 1. At no point was anyone bullied or harassed by our staff. We have video footage of the interaction, which shows our employee attempting to assist your elderly mother safely into the helicopter. He never stated that she could not fly because of her weight. Your mother herself acknowledged that he was trying to help her. Unfortunately, due to her limited mobility and difficulty stepping into the aircraft safely, she was unable to board comfortably, and we will never force a passenger into a situation that may be unsafe. 2. Our company clearly communicates FAA-required weight limitations through multiple channels, including texts, emails, and phone calls prior to booking. These restrictions are in place strictly for passenger safety. Based on the information provided at booking, adjustments ultimately had to be made on-site, resulting in only two passengers being able to fly. This decision was related solely to FAA safety compliance and not body shaming or discrimination of any kind. 3. The passenger who did not fly is receiving a full refund. We do not withhold refunds for services not provided. 4. Our facility is equipped with security cameras, and the entire interaction was recorded. The footage shows our employee remaining professional and respectful throughout the encounter despite being verbally confronted. Our team’s priority was to maintain safety and assist your family appropriately. 5. Due to the nature of this interaction and the treatment of our staff, we will no longer be able to provide future services to you. We are committed to providing a safe and positive experience for both our customers and employees, and passenger safety will always remain our top priority. 6. If any employee had acted in the manner described in your review, we would have addressed it immediately and done everything possible to make the situation right. However, after reviewing the recorded interaction, we are confident that our staff acted professionally and appropriately throughout the encounter.

Tour

Ali_A, Jul 2025

Excellent service and nice experience to try as you can see most of the places in Orlando. Recommend

Response from Host, Aug 2025

Thank you so much for the fantastic review! We are glad to hear that you enjoyed flying with us. We’d be happy to welcome you back for another flight anytime!

It was awesome I loved...

kristi_c, Jun 2025

It was awesome I loved every minute of it i would do it again and recommend it to someone. To try it.

Response from Host, Jun 2025

Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you loved every minute of your experience. It means a lot that you'd recommend us to others. We’d be happy to welcome you back for another flight anytime!

Fantastic Experience

Steve_C, May 2025

30 minute ride over the Orlando theme parks and other main areas of interest. This was my wife's first helicopter trip on her birthday. She loved it. An amazing experience even though I have been lucky to fly in Helicopters before. Our pilot was extremely friendly and professional and gave a very informative commentary throughout the trip. Highly recommended. There is nothing else that comes close to the experience of a helicopter ride. 🚁😊

Response from Host, Jun 2025

It’s always our goal to make every flight unforgettable, and we’re glad our pilot helped make it even more special with a friendly and informative touch. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for another amazing flight soon! 🚁🎉

10/10 Recommended

Kalika_A, May 2025

It was an amazing and fun experience. Its such a beautiful view at sunset hour. I would 10/10 recommend it to anyone who has never been on a helicopter.

Response from Host, May 2025

That sounds incredible! I can only imagine how stunning the view must’ve been during sunset. A helicopter ride is definitely on my bucket list now—thanks for the recommendation!

This was our second time...

Jordan_W, May 2025

This was our second time in a helicopter, and we loved it! Pilot took us on a route that maximized what we were able to see during that time of day. Really enjoyed the trip!

Response from Host, May 2025

Thank you for flying with us again! We're so glad to hear you loved the experience and that the pilot made the most of your time in the air. It means a lot to have returning guests like you, and we’re happy the route gave you some great views. Hope to see you again for round three!

Great experience

Michael_N, May 2025

Great experience enjoyed it pilot very knowledgeable and the people on the ground keep us updated The helicopter was clean. Windows were clean and we had picked a great day to do our tour.

Response from Host, May 2025

Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you had a great experience and that everything from our knowledgeable pilot to the clean helicopter and clear communication met your expectations. It’s always a bonus when the weather cooperates, too! We truly appreciate you choosing us for your tour and hope to welcome you back again in the future.

Great Birthday gift for...

Brice_C, Apr 2025

Great Birthday gift for my son he loved it. The pilot was very easy to talk to he flew us over Orlando.

Response from Host, Apr 2025

We're so happy to hear your son loved the birthday gift! 🎉 It’s great to know you had an amazing experience flying over Orlando. Our pilots always strive to make the experience enjoyable. Hope to see you again for another adventure!

Awesome Experience

Patrick_B, Mar 2025

The booking, paperwork and boarding process was super simple and efficient! Pilot was very knowledgeable about area and very entertaining. Highly recommended this experience!

Response from Host, Mar 2025

Thank you for your fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you found the booking, paperwork, and boarding process smooth and efficient. Our pilots love sharing their knowledge and making the experience enjoyable, so we're glad you had a great time! We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to see you again for another adventure!

Awesome Experience

Lloyd_W, Mar 2025

Very professional we had 4 people and we took the bigger copter!!! Awesome views awesome Captain/pilot gave great feedback as to where we were at and pointed out ground attractions. 10 out of 10!!

Response from Host, Mar 2025

Thank you for the fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear you had such a great experience, and that the views and the pilot’s informative commentary made it even more special. We always strive to provide a 10/10 experience, and it’s great to know we succeeded! We hope to welcome you back for another awesome flight soon!

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troy_g, Jan 2025

Knowing the cost of fuel and the cost to maintain the aircraft pricing was very fair and we enjoyed the flight.

Response from Host, Jan 2025

Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed the flight and felt the pricing was fair. We always strive to provide a great experience while being mindful of costs. We look forward to having you on board again soon!

Taking it a little higher

Thomas_B, Jan 2025

The lights and comfortable ride and experiencing it with my wife couldn’t have been better thank you so much for that!!!

Response from Host, Jan 2025

"Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We're thrilled to hear that you and your wife had such a wonderful time together. Knowing that the lights and comfortable ride made it even more special means the world to us. We hope to welcome you both back for more unforgettable moments in the future!"

Amazing!

Elizabeth_P, Nov 2024

This was my first experience in a helicopter but my husband has aviation experience and was very impressed with the pilots control. We both had an absolute blast!

Response from Host, Nov 2024

Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We’re thrilled that your first helicopter tour was a blast and that your husband, with his aviation background, was impressed with our pilot’s skill. It’s fantastic to hear that both of you had such a memorable time. We look forward to welcoming you back for another adventure! Best regards, Max Team

Fantastic experience

Gail_C, Oct 2024

Fantastic experience very well organised. Email through Viator was instant after booking. Value for money

Response from Host, Oct 2024

Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you had a fantastic helicopter tour experience and found everything to be well-organized. It’s great to know the booking process through Viator was smooth, and we truly appreciate your recognition of the value. We hope to see you again soon for another memorable tour!

Amazing flight!

Jessica_L, Aug 2024

Amazing flight and our pilot was very personable and gave a thorough explanation of the aerial views. I will definitely include the fireworks next time!!!

Response from Host, Aug 2024

Thank you for your fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing flight and enjoyed the detailed explanations from our pilot. Including the fireworks on your next flight sounds like a great idea—we’re sure it will make the experience even more spectacular! We look forward to having you back for another unforgettable adventure. 🚁🎆

10/10 The experience

Brandi_B, Aug 2024

Flying over the lakes and learning a lot about the city. Really enjoyed the staff and their preparation and professionalism.

Response from Host, Aug 2024

Thank you so much for your awesome review! We're delighted to hear that your grandson had such a great time and that our pilot made the experience special for him. It's wonderful to know that our team's professionalism and warm welcome made you feel comfortable from the moment you arrived. We're glad you enjoyed the snacks and souvenirs, too! We can't wait to welcome you back for your next visit. Your recommendation means the world to us! 🚁😊

A great experience

Priya_V, Aug 2024

I bought this as a gift for my husband’s birthday. A great gift that was so special. We went up at 8pm and saw the sunset on a 20 min flight. A great friendly pilot, who was very informative. My son who is 14 loved the experience and talking to our pilot Tim. Thank you Tim ; ) I purchased the booking from the UK and it was easy and exactly what was said in the package. Very friendly staff and they were happy to amend the booking as when we arrived to America we had a storm! Easy confirmation through WhatsApp, very friendly staff, thank you Kevin and Will.

Response from Host, Aug 2024

Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We're delighted that your husband's birthday gift turned into such a special experience for your family. Watching the sunset from the skies must have been truly magical. It's great to hear that Tim made the flight enjoyable and memorable for your son as well. We’re glad that our team, including Kevin and Will, could assist in making the booking process smooth, even with the unexpected storm. We appreciate your kind words and are thrilled that everything met your expectations. We hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable flight in the future! 🚁✨

The experience was truly...

rreginafay27, Aug 2024

The experience was truly amazing. We enjoyed apples and recommends it to everyone. You won’t be disappointed.

Response from Host, Aug 2024

Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing experience and enjoyed the tour. Your recommendation means a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back for another fantastic flight!

Do it!

Tenia_B, Jul 2024

The best experience! Highly recommend will definitely be back for a longer tour. The staff went above and beyond and were extremely kind and knowledgeable!

Response from Host, Jul 2024

Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We're delighted to hear that you had the best experience and found our staff to be kind and knowledgeable. We appreciate your high recommendation and can't wait to welcome you back for a longer tour. See you soon for another amazing adventure!

Once in a lifetime fly!

Lee_H, May 2024

No photos attached as I decided to film the experience. It was once in a life time, smooth ride. Breathetaken views and knowledge from our pilot, Shane. We wanted to do it again!

Response from Host, Jun 2024

Lee, Thank you for the wonderful review! We love that you had to opportunity to film your experience. Theres so much to see! We hope you come back again!

Birthday Celebration

Tamisha_F, May 2024

This was an amazing experience with an experienced pilot! Will be doing this again! We had a 20 minute flight over Beautiful Orlando!

Response from Host, Jun 2024

Thank you for the 5 star review! Our pilots are unique to all the other helicopters companies around. We only hire flight instructors, which means the level of training is superior to just regular pilots. We value your feedback and would love to fly you for another flight in the future!

Anniversary

Joel_G, May 2024

Amazing experience staff was very polite definitely would recommend. You’ll definitely enjoy the experience.

Response from Host, Jun 2024

Thank you for the 5 star review! We hope to see you again in the future!

Stacys Bucket List

karen_c, Mar 2024

Nice from start to finish. Nice pilot (Shane), smooth ride, lights of City and parks. Bonus to learn it is a female owned company.

Response from Host, May 2024

Sounds like a wonderful journey from beginning to end! Thank you for flying with us.

Magical

Sarah_H, Mar 2024

This unforgettable flight was amazing as it was my first flight in a helicopter. The take off and landing were smooth. It ended in a proposal 🥰

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Thank you for your great review. Glad to hear that you have a great experience and It ended in a proposal.

Watching my bonus son...

Michael_S, Mar 2024

Watching my bonus son enjoy sitting up front and really like the turns. Watching my future wife enjoy a lot of it also

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Thank you for your review, we are so glad to hear that everyone enjoyed the experience.

Stunning views and excellent service.

Ekene_U, Mar 2024

The views were stunning, and our tour guide was very helpful and informative. The safety crew was also very helpful and accommodating.

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Thrilled you enjoyed flying with us, safety and service are our top priorities! Please, come back soon.

Very nice. Enjoyed it a...

Rayana_W, Feb 2024

Very nice. Enjoyed it a lot, beautiful view and very nice pilot. Very safe and eventful. You should definitely do this

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Delighted to hear you enjoyed the beautiful view and felt safe throughout the journey. Thank you for your review.

Epic!

Alex_G, Jan 2024

Absolutely beautiful flight! It was super smooth and there were literally no bumps at all! The pilot and the front desk person were super welcoming and friendly.