Canada · HELICOPTER TOURS IN NIAGARA FALLS
Good helicopter tours in Niagara Falls fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 7 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Fly over Niagara Falls and the gorge in an Airbus H130 from the Victoria Avenue Heliport, five minutes from downtown. The 12-minute route passes the Whirlpool, Rainbow Bridge, American Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, and Horseshoe Falls. You get multilingual audio, free parking, and a smooth, compact flight, with weather guiding the schedule.
“I highly recommend this activity… outstanding, exceeding my expectations!”
Meet your pilot at Niagara Falls Heliport for a short Airbus H130 flight over the American, Bridal Veil, and Canadian Horseshoe Falls. A headset supplies recorded commentary as you pass the Whirlpool Rapids, generating stations, Rainbow Bridge, Queen Victoria Park, and Skylon Tower. The flight lasts about 10 minutes, with loading and photos bringing the total to roughly 12 minutes.
“Súper nice !!!! The staff is very good, the pilot flies very well, and the new helicopter is excellent.”
Fly from Niagara District Airport in a small, state-of-the-art helicopter for about 20 minutes. You’ll pass over the American, Bridal Veil, and Horseshoe Falls, Niagara wine country, Brock’s Monument, and the Sir Adam Beck station. Pilots such as Parker and Tyler are known for friendly commentary, and the helicopter makes extra passes so both sides get good views.
“Oscar was a pleasure! The tour would wonderful and the experience..priceless. Would recommend this tour for everyone!”
You’ll see Niagara Falls from every major angle in five to six hours: a 12-minute helicopter flight, Hornblower boat ride, Journey Behind the Falls, Skylon Tower lunch, and guided drives to the Whirlpool and hydro plants. Pickup is available in downtown Niagara Falls, Ontario, and groups are limited to seven.
“Amazing experience, excellent customer service by Stephanie our tour girl .She is very friendly and helpful”
Fly from Niagara District Airport with iflyTOTO for about 24 minutes above Niagara Falls and the surrounding waterways. Your pilot explains the flight plan, takes photos before and during the ride, and may circle the Falls more than once. Expect excellent views of Horseshoe Falls, the Niagara River, Lake Erie, Lake Ontario, and the Welland Canal. A CA$33 fuel and passenger surcharge per person is extra.
“Absolutely amazing! Pilot was very kind and made sure we had the best experience. Would definitely do it again.”
Take a private 25-minute helicopter flight from Niagara District Airport over wine country, Lake Ontario, Niagara-on-the-Lake, the Whirlpool Rapids, and Niagara Falls. A bottle of sparkling wine is included for two adults. The flight suits proposals and special occasions, but weather and audio quality can affect the experience.
“This was an amazing flight! We had an amazing pilot and were informed of information about the Niagara Falls area that we never knew about. Also, we got engaged in the helicopter! This was a once in a lifetime trip!”
Meet National Helicopters at Niagara District Airport for a private 20-minute flight over Niagara Falls. You’ll share a modern helicopter only with your group, use headsets for pilot commentary, and see the falls, historical landmarks, and Niagara wine country from above. Hotel transport is not included.
“The ride was smooth and the weather was amazing. Private airport on departure as aswell as amazing views!”
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