Niagara Falls Grand Helicopter Adventure
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Niagara Falls Grand Helicopter Adventure
By National Helicopters - Niagara Falls Heli-Tours
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First-time visitors to Canada likely have Niagara Falls at the top of their to-do list and the most incredible views of the falls are from above. This helicopter tour offers almost double the time in the air to other tours, so you can enjoy views of not only the American, Bridal Veil, and Canadian Horseshoe Falls, but Niagara-on-the-Lake, Niagara wine country, and along the Niagara River.
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Ages 3-99, max of 6 per group
Duration: 20m
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Live guide: English
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Highlights
- See Niagara Falls from above on a thrilling helicopter ride
- Spectacular aerial views over the American, Bridal Veil, and Horseshoe Falls
- See both the American and Canadian sides of the falls from above
- Flexible tour: choice of departure times available
- Full view of the entire Niagara Region
What's not included- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
- Make your own way to the Niagara District Airport in time for your flight departure. After meeting your pilot and taking part in a safety briefing, hop aboard a state-of-the-art helicopter and buckle up for a thrilling flight. Take off over Niagara-on-the-Lake and gaze out along the Niagara Peninsula, with its lush vineyards and country towns dotted along the banks of the Niagara River. Fly along the river towards the mighty Niagara Falls and enjoy an unforgettable aerial view of the natural wonder. Looking down from above gives you a true perspective of just how big the falls are, and soar over the American Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, and Horseshoe Falls, seeing the falls on both the American and Canadian sides at the same time. After your aerial tour, return to the airport, where your tour ends.
- Start:
- 468 Niagara Stone Rd, Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON L0S 1J0, CanadaDeparture Point: Niagara District Airport, Niagara-on-the-Lake Address: Main Terminal at the Niagara District Airport, 468 Niagara Stone Road (Hwy 55), Niagara on the Lake Directions: From Toronto (120km) Follow the QEW toward Niagara Falls. The first exit past the Skyway Bridge is exit 38 (A & B). Take exit 38B (Niagara-on-the-Lake/Niagara Stone Road/Highway #55). At the top of the exit ramp, turn right and proceed to the second set of lights. At this T-junction, turn left onto York Rd. Proceed one block and turn right onto Airport Rd. Take Airport Rd to the second stop sign. Cross Highway #55, and continue into the Niagara District Airport. National Helicopters is located in the main Terminal. From Niagara Falls Canada (17km) Take the 420/QEW toward Toronto and follow the directions below. From Niagara Falls USA (Rainbow Bridge - 18km) Take the 420/QEW toward Toronto and follow the directions below. From Buffalo New York (Peace Bridge - 46km) Take the QEW toward Toronto and follow the directions below. Once on the QEW, take exit 38 (Highway #55 Niagara Stone Road and Niagara-on-the-Lake) then follow the green airport signs: At the top of the exit ramp turn right and proceed to the lights. At this T-junction, next to the Hilton hotel turn left onto York Rd. Proceed one block to the next lights and turn right onto Airport Rd. Take Airport Rd to the second stop sign. Cross Highway #55 and continue into the Niagara District Airport. National Helicopters is located in the main Terminal. From Niagara on the Lake (12km) Take Highway #55 (Niagara Stone Road) westbound, go through the town of Virgil, and proceed to Airport Rd. Turn right on Airport Rd and drive into the Niagara District Airport. National Helicopters is located in the main Terminal.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 2584WIN1- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travellers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travellers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 2584WIN1
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- 468 Niagara Stone Rd, Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON L0S 1J0, CanadaDeparture Point: Niagara District Airport, Niagara-on-the-Lake Address: Main Terminal at the Niagara District Airport, 468 Niagara Stone Road (Hwy 55), Niagara on the Lake Directions: From Toronto (120km) Follow the QEW toward Niagara Falls. The first exit past the Skyway Bridge is exit 38 (A & B). Take exit 38B (Niagara-on-the-Lake/Niagara Stone Road/Highway #55). At the top of the exit ramp, turn right and proceed to the second set of lights. At this T-junction, turn left onto York Rd. Proceed one block and turn right onto Airport Rd. Take Airport Rd to the second stop sign. Cross Highway #55, and continue into the Niagara District Airport. National Helicopters is located in the main Terminal. From Niagara Falls Canada (17km) Take the 420/QEW toward Toronto and follow the directions below. From Niagara Falls USA (Rainbow Bridge - 18km) Take the 420/QEW toward Toronto and follow the directions below. From Buffalo New York (Peace Bridge - 46km) Take the QEW toward Toronto and follow the directions below. Once on the QEW, take exit 38 (Highway #55 Niagara Stone Road and Niagara-on-the-Lake) then follow the green airport signs: At the top of the exit ramp turn right and proceed to the lights. At this T-junction, next to the Hilton hotel turn left onto York Rd. Proceed one block to the next lights and turn right onto Airport Rd. Take Airport Rd to the second stop sign. Cross Highway #55 and continue into the Niagara District Airport. National Helicopters is located in the main Terminal. From Niagara on the Lake (12km) Take Highway #55 (Niagara Stone Road) westbound, go through the town of Virgil, and proceed to Airport Rd. Turn right on Airport Rd and drive into the Niagara District Airport. National Helicopters is located in the main Terminal.
- 1Head to the Niagara District Airport in Niagara-on-the-Lake to board a state-of-the-art helicopter. Your expert pilot will take you to the skies for an exhilarating 20-minute helicopter tour over Niagara FallsPass byNiagara Falls CanadaNiagara on the Lake Heritage DistrictBrock's Monument National Historic SiteSir Adam Beck Generating StationBridal Veil FallsHorseshoe Falls
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- simonevD1921BI0 contributionsAmazing experience!Amazing experience! I'm a bit afraid of heights but everything was all right. Excelent weather, easy movements, great vieuws.Written September 10, 2024
- teren9270 contributionsThe view was amazing.It was a wonderful trip. It is so different to see the falls from above. The helicopter ride was so smooth, too. I was amazed to see that we were traveling at 110 knots.Written August 27, 2024
- R0manna0 contributionsMajesty of the Great Lakes - seeing the Falls from the air captures the majesty!We loved seeing the falls from the air! You see the power of the water and how the river flows between the US and Canada and connect Lake Erie to Lake Ontario. It captures the majesty of the Great Lakes. The staff was helpful and informative and our pilot was terrific. Add this to your weekend trip to Niagara!Written June 26, 2024
- lisaht180 contributionsBest viewing helicopter experience.5 stars We choose the private couples ride. First flight of day= calm skies. Ryan is very gracious. Explained all we needed. The commentary is recording. So you can hear better. I think it stopped though. But , but all necessary. It's about the ride, and the views. He shows you everything. Did a big figure 8 over the falls. Better location than right on falls for what you get to see. Easy to find. Ice never been in a helicopter. I fly a lot for work. But this was such a smooth flight. I thought it would be bumpy. We were early in am. Highly recommend.Written May 12, 2024
- carmelosP8711BZ0 contributionsGreat experienceAmazing time and experience. Would definitely do this again with you guys. Enjoyed every moment. Worth every penny spent.Written October 6, 2023
- DiverDiana0 contributionsFamily flight over Niagara FallsOur family was visiting Niagara Falls for the first time this past May. We took the private helicopter tour with Ryan as our pilot. The views of the Falls from the air were amazing! Ryan was wonderful to work with. He made scheduling very easy and took us on the best course to let us have the best sights along the way from both sides of the helicopter. You should not miss this opportunity.Written June 30, 2023
- cominguproses0 contributionsLeft us speechlessUnbelievable adventure everything went so smooth. The ride was so wonderful. Unbelievable photo opportunities The pilot was wonderful and made the ride enjoyable.Written February 15, 2023
- GrahamP1130 contributionsAmazing tripThe highlight of our trip. Went 12 years ago and lost none of the magic. Only 20 minutes but what a trip. All staff were brilliant and made us all feel safe and able to confidently enjoy the trip, again. The views are amazing and the best way to see the falls. Care re the weather but for us clear dayWritten August 17, 2022
- JCM19590 contributionsTrip off the bucket listSuper duper friendly & helpful staff. Safety taken very seriously. The pilot was very personable and the ride was unforgettable.Written June 21, 2022
- maggie04200 contributionsthe only way to view the fallsThis was great!! The company is very professional and the views are AMAZING!!! This is a must do in Niagara Falls!Written April 25, 2022
- Zoe M0 contributionsNiagara fall by helicopterVery cool thing to do. The view was fabulous. Only complaint was that we couldn't hear the tutorial in the headset. Volume was too low. People were very nice too.Written November 9, 2019
- Knelson00290 contributionsViews from the skyOne of the coolest things I’ve ever done. Our pilot was fantastic and informative. I was in awe of the aerial views of NiagaraWritten September 30, 2019
- 448adl0 contributionsMemorable Family experienceWhat an awesome experience. Best view of Niagara Falls is from above. We also get to see the view of wineries, the Skylon tower, the casino etc. The National Helicopters crew is very professional and friendly. Many thanks to our pilot Donald, the ground crew Alex and Jenelle who helped make this a memorable experience. đź‘Ťđź‘ŹWritten August 18, 2019
- AnvitaShukla0 contributionsExciting experiencePlanned this tour for 12pm and confirmed in the morning if they were flying. The company has atleast 2 helicopters and was running a little behind the schedule by 20 minutes when we reached. Once boarded, 4 people were seated in each helicopter and the pilot made us visit the wineries in the region and see an entire view of the Niagara falls from US and Canadian sides. The trip was 20-22 minutes long and enjoyable. Recommended atleast once!Written August 12, 2019
- myadventure10 contributionsGo do this if your in Niagara FallsI did this in november of 2018 when I was doing an overnight stay at the Fall, it was something I have always wanted to do now I can take it off my list. You never know I might do it again.Written August 7, 2019
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david h
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Aug 2023 • Family
Hotel was clean and good location. Most days you will wait 20 minutes for the elevator. Parking on site is $70.00 per day and buffet breakfast underwhelming. Veiw from our room on the 39th floor was absolutely beautiful. Food in Niagara falls was ridiculously over priced at 22.00 for a burger and fries.
Written August 3, 2023
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Dubes13
Peterborough, UK145 contributions
I would give this 10 stars if I could! What a fabulous experience from start to finish. Booking a time and date online was easy and much better than waiting in line for a hop on hop off tour operated by others.
The staff were so friendly and welcoming, the base is large, air conditioned with toilet facilities and you can leave your bag/s at the desk.
Take off and landing was smooth and the flight itself, exhilarating, a memory we will never forget, what amazing views!! There was audio commentary through the headset and we could also talk to each other through the headsets. The helicopter circled so that everyone got a good view. My husband got to sit in the front where the views were even better as you could see under you as well.
My advice would be to visit the falls area first so that you can easily identify landmarks and get your bearings.
This is one experience we will never forget and I can't recommend this company enough.
The staff were so friendly and welcoming, the base is large, air conditioned with toilet facilities and you can leave your bag/s at the desk.
Take off and landing was smooth and the flight itself, exhilarating, a memory we will never forget, what amazing views!! There was audio commentary through the headset and we could also talk to each other through the headsets. The helicopter circled so that everyone got a good view. My husband got to sit in the front where the views were even better as you could see under you as well.
My advice would be to visit the falls area first so that you can easily identify landmarks and get your bearings.
This is one experience we will never forget and I can't recommend this company enough.
Written July 22, 2023
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jacqlynnToronto
toronto150 contributions
Jun 2022
Wow, what a great experience! Fantastic helicopter tour of the Falls and surrounding area. 20 minutes long. Front desk fellow was super friendly. Pilot was also friendly and funny. We turned off the taped tour and let him explain what we were seeing. We also got lucky and no one else was booked for our time slot so my husband and I were in the copter alone (not sure how many they would put in normally). They will also take a bunch of pictures with your own phone/camera at the end with you standing in front of the copter. (We've done tours like this in the past and they take their own pics, then charge you for them.) Worth every single penny!
Written June 24, 2022
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Karen R
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The airport is further out than others nearby hence the longer flight time but the actual air time was amazing! The airport check in was easy and painless and the staff very friendly and helpful. The view of the falls from the air is worth every penny. Would definitely recommend this trip.
Written September 10, 2022
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Ari T
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Oct 2021 • Family
The tour was beautiful, it was worth every penny! Also the staff here are amazing! They are so friendly and helpful. My mom had accidently purchased a tour for the wrong date with less than 24 hours before the scheduled tour, we called them first thing in the morning and explained the mixup and they were happy to help us change to the correct date. I would absolutely recommend coming here! We will definitely come here again!
Written October 21, 2021
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Alex C
Vitoria, ES90 contributions
Jul 2021
Amazing experience. Despite all Covid-19 restrictions and changes, the staff was always friendly and kept us updated and informed. Booking was easy and everythign happened as expected. It's a great flight experience, with fantastic views of the falls and the region. I definitely recommend National Helicopters!
Written July 19, 2021
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Jody R
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The experience was excellent. There seemed to be a little lack of communication between the booking side and the ones at the site but otherwise it was great. We did have to wait our turn but even being the last flight of the day the desk clerk and the pilot were very kind and helpful. Despite my husband's need for a mobility scooter this was so fun. There were a couple of steps to get him into the helicopter but we were able to get him in. Great views.
Written August 30, 2021
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sandra v
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Sept 2023 • Family
Breathtaking!! Everything about this operation is top notch. The staff is friendly and helpful, the waiting area is updated and clean, the helicopter was obviously well maintained and the pilot was superb. Of course the view of the river and the two falls was spectacular! The trip was worth every penny and we highly recommend it.
Written September 21, 2023
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Getaway16458697207
6 contributions
Jun 2023 • Friends
The best view in town. Highly recommend flying above the falls. Worth every penny. Would do it again. Ryan was our pilot and was awesome. Everyone was friendly, took pictures of us and was very accommodating and calming. Thank you for a wonderful ride!
Written June 5, 2023
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Bijayendra S
Maidstone, UK194 contributions
Jul 2023
This was the highlight of the visit. Although appears a bit pricey for a short trip its definitely worth while. The weather condition was excellent and the flight itself was great. It took us over all the sites we had visited. The view of the falls was breathtaking. I would have liked a bit of commentary whilst the flight was on. Definitely one I would recommend.
Written July 31, 2023
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Does a 12 y.o. need vaccine card to take a tour?
Written June 8, 2022
Are unvaccinated children age 9 allowed on the trip?
Written February 10, 2022
At the time I went they were allowed, but masks are required. You may want to contact them before booking as Canadian rules are more strict than they are in the USA.
Written February 11, 2022
The helicopter tour leaves from a small Canadian airport. So if you’re not already in Canada, you will need a valid passport to enter the country.
Written February 1, 2020
We will be in Niagara Falls in May 2020. Can we bring a walker on the Helicopter Tour?
Written October 19, 2019
There is not storage room on a helicopter. They would probably allow you to walk out to the helicopter with it but you will need to be able to get yourself in and out of the helicopter on your own. And I will say it's not super easy
Written October 21, 2019
We are coming to Niagara Falls in May of 2020. Can we bring a walker on the helicopter?
Written October 19, 2019
Not sure you would need a walker while on a helicopter. You sit in a seat, strapped in with a headset on to communicate with the pilot and other passengers. The issue would be getting in and out of the helicopter. If an adult needed a walker to mobilise, then i doubt they would be able to scramble into and out of the helicopter. You need to climb in sand out
Written October 20, 2019
Do I need a passport to go across border to take helicopter tour
Written September 22, 2019
Yes you will need your passport and there will be other paperwork which will cost about 7 dollars
Written September 22, 2019
Cordial saludo, ¿ a cuanto está este aeropuerto del centro de Toronto ?gracias
Written September 1, 2019
Bonjour,combien de temps doit on être présent sur place à National Helicopters avant l’heure de vol pour Niagara Falls ? Merci pour votre réponse,cordialement.
Written August 8, 2019
Jose Ramirez
Nantucket, Massachusetts
Is there a doors off option for this tour or is there only one option?
Written July 11, 2019
Not sure what doors off is. If you mean the door on helicopter then as far as I know that is not an option but you can always email them to find out
Written July 11, 2019
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