Helicopter Transfers Around the World: 14 to Book

1.Franz Josef: 2.5 Hour Glacier Hike with Helicopter Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 322 reviews · 4 - 8 hours · from $475Our pick

Fly from Franz Josef over rainforest and rugged peaks, land on Franz Josef Glacier, then spend 2.5 hours exploring crevasses, ice caves, and changing blue ice with an English-speaking guide. Guides such as Ryan, Sarah, Drew, and Abbey are praised for clear safety help and lively stories.

“Great experience. I wish we were given time to take photos while we were walking . It felt like we were in a rush, the only time we stopped walking was when we were waiting for the helicopter.”

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2.Fox Glacier: Up to 3 Hours Hike with Helicopter Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 309 reviews · 4 hours · from $448

Fly onto a remote part of Fox Glacier, then spend up to three hours following ice steps through caves, arches, crevasses, and frozen rivers. Guides such as Billy, Kate, and Keeley explain how the glacier moves while you walk in boots and crampons. Return by helicopter when weather allows.

“Taylor our guide was excellent, finding plenty things to see on the glacier and explaining a lot about the terrain and glaciers in general.”

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3.Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return from Gorakshep to Lukla

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 161 reviews · from $3,000Top rated

Walk through Sherpa villages, suspension bridges, Tengboche, and the Khumbu Glacier to Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar. A licensed guide, porter support, meals, permits, and a shared helicopter flight from Gorakshep to Lukla are included.

“Amazing experience with ACE Himalaya! Highly recommend this company for your next trek. They took care of all of our needs, both as a group and at the individual level. Our tour guide, Raj was phenomenal. He was so supportive and motivaRead more”

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4.Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return to Lukla – 10 Days

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · from $799

Trek from Lukla through Namche, Tengboche, Dingboche, and Gorakshep to Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar, then fly by helicopter to Lukla. A licensed guide, guesthouses, permits, gear, and Kathmandu transfers are included, while meals, insurance, and porters cost extra.

“We did the Everest Base Camp trekking with our guide Ram. It was fantastic and experienced guide and helped to create a great experience. 5/5.”

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5.Queenstown: Milford Sound Cruise with Helicopter Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · 4 hours · from $953

You’ll fly from Queenstown to Milford Sound with an English-speaking pilot, land in remote alpine country, then board a two-hour boutique cruise. The 6-person group keeps the outing personal, while the helicopter route offers views of glaciers, lakes, waterfalls, and Fiordland’s steep fjords.

“Absolutely superb. Our pilot flew an amazing route, not just through valleys but over the highest peaks and into dead end gorges to spiral up. Thrilling. And a time efficient way to see Milford Sound, eliminating the long drive. That's my first bucket list item ticked off.”

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6.Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return -11 Days

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $3,500

Trek from Lukla through Namche, Tengboche, Dingboche, Lobuche, and Gorakshep to Everest Base Camp and Kalapatthar. You return by shared helicopter, saving several walking days. Himalayan Adventure Treks and Tours provides guides, porters, permits, meals, lodging, and airport transfers.

“This hiking trip was one of the most rewarding experiences I’ve ever had. Words can’t fully capture the feelings and personal growth I experienced, but I’d like to focus on the outfitter who made it all possible. If I could give them 10 stars, I Read more”

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7.Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return – 10 Days

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $3,400

You’ll trek with an English-speaking guide from Lukla through Namche, Tengboche, Dingboche, Lobuche, and Gorakshep to Everest Base Camp. The return skips the long walk back: after sunrise at Kala Patthar, you fly by shared helicopter toward Kathmandu. Guides including Dipak, Ramesh, and Ram have been praised for careful support.

“Breakfree Adventures provided an exceptional trekking experience to Everest Base Camp. Their communication before the trek was excellent, ensuring that we were well-prepared for the journey ahead. Upon arriving in Kathmandu, we were Read more”

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8.Helicopter Return Everest Base Camp Trek, KTM-LUKLA & Gorakshep-KTM by Heli

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $9,999

Follow the classic Everest Base Camp route with guide Dipak, sleeping in mountain teahouses from Phakding to Gorakshep. After Kala Patthar and Base Camp, return by helicopter from Gorakshep to Kathmandu. Confirm the 9-day price, helicopter fees, and longer itinerary before booking.

“We just finished EBC and Buddi and his team were amazing , could not have been more accommodating and organized . Dipak our guide and Carmen and Desantis our porters were so good . Tea houses and food were great and booked well iRead more”

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9.Everest Base Camp trek with Helicopter return 9 days

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $3,888

Spend seven mountain days walking from Lukla through Namche, Tengboche, and Gorak Shep to Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar. An experienced guide leads your private group, with one porter for every two people, daily meals, permits, and a helicopter return to Lukla included.

“My family and I recently completed the 9-day Everest Base Camp Helicopter Return Trek with Adventure Master Trek, and it was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience! From the very beginning, the team was incredibly professional and suppRead more”

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10.Helicopter Transfer: Long Beach to Catalina Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4 reviews · 20 minutes (approx.) · from $205Best value

Take a Maverick Helicopters flight from Long Beach’s Queen Mary Terminal to Avalon in about 20 minutes. You’ll see the Queen Mary, Pacific Ocean, and Catalina’s harbor from above. The flight carries up to seven passengers, with seating assigned after check-in and an original photo ID required for adults.

“It was not as scary as I thought. It was nice to do this with my family. Super easy to arrive, park and set up.”

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11.Franz Josef: Glacier Ice Climb experience with Heli Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 8 hours · from $654

Spend up to six hours on Franz Josef Glacier with an English-speaking guide, learning ice-climbing skills in a group limited to four. Your day includes a safety briefing, climbing gear, waterproof clothing, boots, socks, a small pack, and helicopter transfers with mountain views.

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12.Private Helicopter Transfer from Mykonos to Santorini

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 40 minutes (approx.)

You’ll fly by private helicopter from Mileo Mykonos to Santorini in about 40 minutes, enjoying views of the Aegean, Cyclades, and volcanic islands. Your group of up to four has the aircraft to itself, followed by a complimentary car or van transfer to your Santorini hotel or villa.

“I had one of the smoothest and most relaxing experiences on my Helicopter ride from Mykonos to Santorini. The sights were absolutely beautiful and the pilots were very friendly and knowledgeable, as well. They were very nice to tell me brief fun & historical facts about each of the islands we passed and it was a truly enjoyable experience!”

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13.Private Helicopter Transfer from Santorini to Mykonos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 40 minutes (approx.)

You’ll leave from a Santorini helipad after pickup from your hotel, Airbnb, airport, or ferry port, then fly privately to Mykonos in about 40 minutes. The charter suits up to four people and offers spectacular Cyclades views, though weather can affect departure.

“Amazing experience!!!!! Very professional and friendly service and the scenery was simply magnificent breathtaking!!!!!”

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14.Private Helicopter Transfer from Milos to Santorini

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.)

Fly privately from Milos to Santorini in about 30 minutes, with a daytime departure and complimentary car or van transfer to your hotel. Pilot Anton and booking contact Dimitris have helped make the trip smooth, even in strong winds. The helicopter carries up to four people.

“We were both excited about our trip and a little apprehensive as winds were strong the day we flew but our entire experience with Santorini Day Tours was a pleasure from the moment of booking right through to landing on Santorini.”

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