3 Half-Day Helicopter Trips Worth Flying For

1.Half-Day Milford Helicopter Flight and Cruise from Queenstown

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 173 reviews · from $887Our pick

Trade the long road to Milford Sound for a 1-hour-15-minute helicopter flight, an alpine or glacier landing, and a one-hour cruise. Your pilot, possibly Luke, Will, Jeremy, Alfie, or Jack, provides commentary along the way. Groups are capped at six, with hotel pickup and drop-off included.

“Highly professional operation. Friendly staff. Magnificent scenery. So easy to sit back and enjoy - unless you’re busy taking some of the most memorable photographs and videos you will ever take in your life.”

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2.Niagara Falls: Private Half-Day Tour with Boat & Helicopter

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 25 reviews · 6 hours · from $317Best value

You’ll tour Niagara Falls with a private English-speaking guide and chauffeur, then add a helicopter flight and Hornblower cruise for the full view. Guides such as Suthan and Pirapa are noted for flexible stops, smooth timing, and helpful local direction. Pickup is available in Toronto or Niagara Falls.

“this trip was a fantastic experience, our guide was very helpful and informative, couldn't recommend it enough”

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3.Half-Day Helicopter Experience: Lunch at Eco Beach from Broome

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · from $816

Take a 60-minute return helicopter flight from Broome to Eco Beach Resort with pilot commentary and window seats for all. Enjoy a private three-course ocean-view lunch, sparkling wine, the infinity pool, sea kayaks, a beach walk, and time for a swim. Pilots Hilary and Captain Mitch have earned special praise.

“Excellent pilot, enthusiastic and knowledgeable, Thank you Mitch for making our day perfect Many Thanks Chris & Jen”

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