Canada · HELICOPTER TOURS
Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 helicopter tours justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.
Fly from Victoria Avenue Heliport in an Airbus H130, just five minutes from downtown Niagara Falls. Your 12-minute route follows the Niagara River from the Whirlpool to Rainbow Bridge, passing the American, Bridal Veil, and Horseshoe Falls. Audio commentary is available in 12 languages.
“Awesome views. Well worth it. Helicopter felt very safe for anyone worried.”
This 5.5-hour small-group tour pairs a 12-minute helicopter flight with Journey Behind the Falls, a seasonal boat cruise, and lunch at Skylon Tower. Your English-speaking guide handles transport, tickets, timing, and hotel pickup on the Canadian side, with winter boat rides replaced by Niagara Takes Flight.
“We loved being picked up and dropped off by the tour guide. Manish was very informative and very good at his job. We were impressed with his knowledge and ability to time things and to get us to the front of the line at our activities. We also liked his communication via text to inform us of his arrival. We would most definitely request him as a tour guide in the future!”
Fly over the American, Bridal Veil, and Canadian Horseshoe Falls in an Airbus H130 with large windows and taped English commentary. The flight takes about 10 minutes in the air, with loading and photo time bringing the experience to roughly 12 minutes. The small aircraft carries no more than seven passengers.
“We had a wonderful flight with great views! This was great addition to our family trip, added more fun on our trip.”
Fly for about 20 minutes from Niagara District Airport with National Helicopters. Your pilot, including Parker or Tyler when scheduled, circles the falls so both sides get a view, then points out wine country, Brock’s Monument, and the Sir Adam Beck station. A minimum of two people is required.
“This was a great experience for young and old alike. the staff were very accommodating and Parker the pilot gave interesting and informative information throughout the flight. I would highly recommend.”
This 5 to 6-hour Niagara Falls tour combines a 12-minute helicopter flight, Hornblower boat ride, Journey Behind the Falls, Skylon Tower lunch, and guided driving stops. Your English-speaking guide handles the timing in a group of no more than seven, with pickup in downtown Niagara Falls.
“Tour guide was amazing. Everyone was so nice and it was the perfect amount of time to do everything that we wanted to do. Hands down would recommend again.”
Take a 20 or 30-minute guided helicopter flight over Montreal with a pilot, headset commentary, and room for six. The longer route reaches Parc Jean-Drapeau, the Jacques Cartier Bridge, and Îles-de-Boucherville National Park. English, French, and Esperanto tours are available.
“Staff was very personable and informative. They made us feel very comfortable with the équipement and surrounding as it was my partner and I’s first time riding on a helicopter. As soon as we got high up, the pilot flew with such ease and showed us the beautiful sights of Montreal that made our trip all the more fun and memorable. Would recommend to anyone looking to have a thrilling yet calming experience. Robin and Mikhail were absolutely wonderful. We hope to come back again soon and join them for another ride. Sincerely, Carmen & Tyler.”
Take a short helicopter flight from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, rising about 2,000 feet over downtown Toronto. You’ll see the CN Tower, Lake Ontario waterfront, Fort York, Exhibition Place, the Distillery District, and major sports venues. The helicopter seats three passengers, and afternoon and evening departures are available.
“The staff were super kind and caring , and everything went down in a very organized manner. The flight was smooth and such a cool experience.”
Take a small-group helicopter flight from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, with every passenger in a window seat and an interactive headset. Choose a short 15-kilometre downtown route or a longer 35-kilometre flight. Expect CN Tower views, Ripley’s Aquarium, Rogers Centre, and a quick, thrilling look at Toronto from 2,000 feet.
“Everything was perfect! Our female pilot flew us round amazingly! Views were out of this world!”
Take a 20-minute helicopter flight from Gananoque over the Canadian and American spans of the Thousand Islands Bridge, Boldt Castle, and 1000 Islands Tower. With only three seats per helicopter, you get a close look at the islands and clear commentary through your headset. The tour is offered in English.
“If you are not familiar with the area around 1000 islands, that is the best way to get an overview of the highlights. A big thank you to Kathy and our pilot Bill.”
Fly above Alberta’s Canadian Rockies with a professional English-speaking pilot and headset commentary. Choose a 20-minute Abraham Lake flight, a 30-minute Wilson Icefield route, or the 55-minute Columbia Icefields Tour, limited to six people and departing from Clearwater County.
“This was one of our top 10 tours of all time. The views and experience were breathtaking. Please do the hour long tour, you won't regret it!!”
Travel from Toronto in a private black luxury SUV with a chauffeur-guide, then see Niagara Falls by helicopter and boat. You can add the Hornblower cruise and Sheraton buffet, spend two hours at the falls, taste Ontario maple syrup, and adjust stops to suit your group.
“Our guide Walter was punctual, polite, knowledgeable, friendly and simply fun to be around. The guided tour was beyond our expectations seeing these amazing sights in luxury was the ultimate in sightseeing experiences. Highly recommended.”
Fly from Whistler with Blackcomb Helicopters, hearing live commentary through your headset as you pass glaciers and Whistler Blackcomb. The flight includes a mountain landing for photos and about 20 minutes on the ground, weather permitting. Private and small-group options are available.
“Wonderful Trip over Whistler/Blackcomb and landing on a glacier was out of this world! Very Exciting experience! Thank You!”
Take a 20 to 30 minute private helicopter flight from Select Aviation near Gatineau-Ottawa Executive Airport. Your pilot points out Parliament Hill, Château Laurier, the Rideau Canal, the Ottawa River, and Gatineau Park, with commentary in English, French, or Spanish.
“it was a great experience for my kids. they loved it. Coco was very polite and nice ... I will highly recommend it”
Take a private Robinson R44 flight over Mont Tremblant, Lake Tremblant, the Diable River, and Rouge River Valley. Choose 10, 20, or 30 minutes, or add a 30-minute mountain stop with drinks. English and French pilots, including David and Eloyse, guide the flight.
“C’était génial de découvrir mont tremblant du ciel, la pilote Eloyse était très gentille et nous a mit en confiance. On a adoré l’expérience, à refaire si les prix seront moins chers!”
Fly privately from Whistler into Garibaldi Provincial Park, over glaciers, lakes, ski runs, and the Peak 2 Peak Gondola. Your pilot points out the sights, and weather permitting, you land on Rainbow Mountain for about 15 minutes. Flights last roughly 24 to 45 minutes for up to five people.
“We had a great flight! Our pilot was very educated about the land and took the time to show us and teach us about the surrounding area! He made sure that we did not feel rushed so that we could enjoy our experience. Definitely worth the trip you will see a view like no other pictures will never do justice”
Pick a mountain, a shoreline or a table.
