Sedona Helicopter Tour: Desert Thunder Tour
Sedona, USA
Sedona Helicopter Tour: Desert Thunder Tour
Recommended by 99% of travelers
Sedona, USA
- 30 to 35 minutes (approx.)
- Flight time: 30 to 35 minutes
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Overview
There's no better way to witness Arizona's incredible desert beauty than from above. Get an eagle’s eye view during this helicopter tour of Sedona's red rock formations, including the ancient Anasazi cliff dwellings. Along the way, learn about the rich natural history of the area from your trusty pilot and snap some amazing pics.
- Guarantee your helicopter ride over Sedona by prebooking
- Listen to live commentary from your guide as you fly above the desert
- Escape the crowds on land with this flight experience
- Relax with included alcoholic drinks and water
What's Included
Meeting and Pickup
Itinerary
Additional Info
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Traveler Photos
Reviews
5.0
based on 181 reviews
Roger_A, Nov 2025
This was an amazing tour, The absolutely best way to see Sedona. Cate the helicopter pilot was amazing. This is a must to see Sedona.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you for the fantastic feedback! We’re so happy to hear you had an amazing tour. Cate will be thrilled to know you enjoyed the flight with her. We truly appreciate the recommendation and hope to see you again for another unforgettable experience!
Gary_W, Sep 2025
We were very comfortable with the safety briefing and overview we were given ahead of the flight. Ken is a wonderful pilot and gave an excellent commentary on everything we saw.
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thank you so much for the fantastic five-star review, Gary! We're thrilled to hear you had an amazing experience and enjoyed your flight with Kenn. We truly appreciate you choosing Guidance Air and hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon!
Laurie_E, May 2025
What a thrill! We all loved it and the children listed it as their number one favorite thing we did will in Sedona.
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review! We’re thrilled to know it was your favorite thing to do in Sedona!
Brian_L, May 2025
Great views friendly and fun staff. Pilot was very knowledgeable and friendly. Did a great job explaining the sites getting us great views
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thank you for the 5-star rating! We're thrilled to know you had a great experience with us.
Maddie_J, Apr 2025
This was our first time in a helicopter and we were so glad we did it. We felt very safe & well taken care of! Everything was professional from start to finish. The pilot Robbie was so great— kind, knowledgeable & was pointing out landmarks along the way. One of the best ways to see Sedona. Absolutely incredible experience!!
I did feel a bit motion sick halfway in and was glad I took some dramamine right before. After we got out, the woman who drove us back to the main building was so caring as she gave me a ginger candy when I told her I was feeling a bit motion sick. They gave us waters & complimentary drinks too which was a plus too! Awesome people and company. Definitely recommend!
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thank you for choosing Guidance Air and we appreciate the high recommendation!
laura_w, May 2024
Flying through the notch ….. our guide, Jake, gave excellent history of the canyon and it’s origin. We had a wonderful time!!!
Response from Host, May 2024
Thank you for the kind words and we are thrilled you had a wonderful time!
Kenneth_B, Apr 2024
Very professional from the moment you arrive. Pilot very friendly and knowledgeable. He gets you close to the mountains for an unforgettable view of places you’d never be able to get to any other way! Highly recommend.
Response from Host, May 2024
We appreciate the high recommendation! We strive for 5-star service we are happy you had a great experience with us!
Michael_P, Mar 2024
The views were beautiful! Felt very safe.
The pilot was very knowledgeable of the area. What a great flight
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Thank you for the kind words and taking the time to leave us a review! Safety is a high priority for us and we are so glad you have a wonderful time!
boellingc, Feb 2024
Great trip, very personable people. Great to see parts of the red rocks and Sedona that you can only see from the air. Worth it!
Response from Host, Mar 2024
Thank you for the kind words, and we are so happy you had a great experience with us!
William_H, Jan 2024
A fabulous experience! We were able to see more than we could ever see by car. And our pilot Jake was great and knowledgeable of the area. Highly recommend!!!
Response from Host, Jan 2024
We are so glad you had a fabulous experience with Jake and thank you for the recommendation!
Joan_N, Jan 2024
Such close up views of the rocks were awesome. Exceptional views, service and pilot!! Saw old ruins in the caves from the helicopter! Well worth the money and time😎
Response from Host, Jan 2024
We appreciate the 5-star review and sharing your experience with us! We strive to give great customer service!
JOHN_F, Dec 2023
Great trip n view pilot was great well worth the time .most likely to do it again. Very good trip just ended to soon could of stayed longer
Response from Host, Jan 2024
We appreciate the 5-star review!
Jack_G, Dec 2023
The Guidance Air folks were great! Our pilot, Robert, provided an interesting narrative throughout. Don't miss it!
Response from Host, Dec 2023
Thank you so much Jack for the feedback! We appreciate the five stars and we are glad you had a great flight with Robert!
Kaleb_M, Oct 2023
Amazing views that very few people are able to see! Our pilot was very knowledgeable on the landscape and area, I would highly recommend doing this. The folks that helped were very respectful before and after the flight, and they also give you a complimentary beer upon returning back to the office!
Response from Host, Nov 2023
Thanks so much for sharing your experience with us!
Charles_T, Oct 2023
What an awesome journey with a highly knowledgeable and experienced pilot. We highly recommend touring with Guidance Air.
Response from Host, Nov 2023
Thank you for the recommendation and 5 star review!
ogossage, Oct 2023
What an amazing experience! The views were phenomenal and our pilot Laura was so knowledgeable about the sites we flew by. Entire staff was kind and accommodating- would highly recommend! Such a special day- thank you!
Response from Host, Nov 2023
Thank you for sharing your experience with us and we are glad Laura provided a wonderful flight!
Elizabeth_J, Oct 2023
We had an amazing time! Jake was our pilot and gave us a fantastic tour of the canyons. All of the staff at Guidance Air were friendly and professional. This was a great way to start our vacation in Sedona!
Response from Host, Nov 2023
Thanks so much for sharing your experience with us!
Monty_Z, Oct 2023
The pilot was very knowledgeable and helpful in pointing out key lane and rock formations. It was an incredible experience. Your staff are great people.
Response from Host, Nov 2023
We are glad you enjoyed your flight and we strive for excellent service!
Brad_M, Sep 2023
Really amazing! Ken our guide was awesome! It was really cool to see everything from up above! I recommend this to anybody in the area.
Response from Host, Nov 2023
Thanks so much for sharing your experience with us!
Dorothy_N, Sep 2023
It was amazing! Ken was a very knowledgeable and friendly pilot. Seeing Sedona from the air such a great experience. I highly recommend this company.
Response from Host, Nov 2023
We’re glad that you enjoyed your flight with Kenn and thank you for the 5 star review!
chris, Sep 2023
We had an amazing helicopter tour! Starting with the staff greeting and preparing us for the flight to the amazing and knowledgeable pilot, Ken. The only negative thing to mention is that the trip had to end. Lol. Scenery in Sedona is breath-taking and utterly stunning. Would definitely use this company again.
Response from Host, Nov 2023
We’re really grateful and appreciate you taking the time to share your rating with us! We hope to see you again soon and you also get a 15% discount for repeat guest!
Erin_P, May 2023
Our Pilot Jake was very knowledgeable and friendly. So cool to fly above and even through the canyons. Was a flight we will never forget!
James_C, Apr 2023
Dan was great getting us checked in and answered many questions we had patiently. The pilot, Jake was well versed in the area’s landscape-pointing out and naming all the buttes and caverns. To see Sedona from above was magical! My wife and I highly recommend this tour!
Douglas_B, Nov 2022
We loved every minute of this adventure and look forward to doing it again soon. Way more fun than we imagined.
Mike_B, Nov 2022
Ken was great! Gave us a good understanding of things you wouldn’t ordinarily see without the aerial view.
Richard_C, Jul 2022
The staff were friendly and excited for us to take our first helicopter ride. Both pilots were amazing during our flight and ensured we knew what we were seeing and were comfortable with the whole process. Would totally recommend this company for a tour of the red rocks around Sedona!
LenoreS, May 2022
I didn’t appreciate the sudden change in my tour times but the total experience of the helicopter flight changed any I’ll feelings.
Dennis_K, May 2022
Professionally ran business. Very friendly staff. The experience was wonderful and the pilot Christian was great
John_D, Apr 2022
Our pilot was knowledgeable and pleasant. The people at the office were friendly and thoughtful about safety. The staff was accommodating to our schedule when out flight was canceled on the first day for safety reasons. We had a wonderful flight the second day. The scenery was jaw-dropping gorgeous and worth every penny.
James_C, Apr 2022
My wife and I have never flown in a helicopter and Mike did an excellent job calming her nerves. We are so glad to have taken the trip, and would love to do it again. The views were spectacular and could never be appreciated from any other vantage point. I would highly recommend the tour.
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