The 9 Best Sedona Helicopter Tours

1.Sedona Helicopter Tour: Desert Thunder Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 180 reviews · 30 to 35 minutes (approx.) · from $475Our pick

Fly with Guidance Air from Sedona Airport for about 30 minutes over Cathedral Rock, Chapel of the Holy Cross, Bell Rock, Devil’s Bridge, Secret Canyon, and Boynton Canyon. Your English-speaking pilot, such as Ken, Jake, or Cate, provides commentary, while water, coffee, tea, and alcoholic drinks are included.

“A fabulous experience! We were able to see more than we could ever see by car. And our pilot Jake was great and knowledgeable of the area. Highly recommend!!!”

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2.Sedona Helicopter Tour : Dust Devil Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 158 reviews · 20 to 25 minutes (approx.) · from $349

Fly above Sedona’s red-rock country on Guidance Air’s 20 to 25-minute Dust Devil Tour. A maximum of three people keeps the cabin intimate, while pilots such as Jake, Christian, and Robert Greer have been praised for clear commentary and smooth, reassuring flights over Devil’s Bridge, Secret Canyon, Boynton Canyon, and ancient cliff dwellings.

“Amazing experience, very professional and knowledgeable. Very thorough and flew into secret canyons.”

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3.Everything Sedona (20+ Mile) – Sedona Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 93 reviews · 10 to 12 minutes (approx.) · from $185Best value

Fly over Sedona’s major red-rock sights on a 10 to 12-minute Apex Air Tours flight. With up to six travelers, forward-facing seats, and a noise-reducing headset, you’ll see Cathedral Rock, Bell Rock, Oak Creek Canyon, Boynton Canyon, and more. Pilots such as Steve, Josh, Jeff, and Geoff provide the commentary.

“Absolutely incredible! Ride was smooth, didn't make me feel nauseous, loved the tour guide. I had one day in Sedona and wanted to see as many of the beautiful landmarks as I possibly could within a few hours and knew that my options of making happened were slim... I found Apex tours and was able to see everything I had hoped to see and more, from EYE LEVEL! Thanks so much!!!!”

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4.Ancient Sedona (30+ Mile) – Sedona Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · 20 to 22 minutes (approx.) · from $306

From Sedona Airport, Apex Air Tours takes you over more than 30 miles of red-rock country in a small helicopter with forward-facing seats. Expect English commentary, noise-reducing headsets, Cathedral Rock, Oak Creek Canyon, ancient ruins, and pilots such as Jeff or Joshua.

“Amazing!! This chopper had all forward facing seats, not a bad view from any seat! Beautiful views, we loved it! Definitely a must. Our pilot was great!”

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5.Sedona Helicopter Tour: Wild West Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 35 reviews · 50 to 55 minutes (approx.) · from $695

Join Guidance Air in Sedona for a 50 to 55-minute helicopter flight toward Sycamore Canyon, Robber’s Roost, Jerome, and Mingus Mountain. Your pilot narrates the scenery through large windows, with room for no more than three people. Kate, Ken, and Christian have all guided past flights.

“Excellent tour and guide. Had different views that can only be done on helicopter. Will do it again next time in sedona.”

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6.Secret Wilderness (45+ Mile) – Sedona Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews · 30 to 32 minutes (approx.) · from $438

Fly about 45 miles over Sedona with Apex Air Tours in a small helicopter holding up to six people. Your pilot points out Cathedral Rock, Bell Rock, Secret Canyon, ancient cliff dwellings, Oak Creek Canyon, and more. The 30 to 32-minute flight includes headsets, air conditioning, and all forward-facing seats.

“Steve and Conor were fabulous. Conor worked with us to reschedule after weather canceled our original flight. Steve our pilot was excellent. The birds eye view of the red rocks are breath taking especially after the snowfall. Great flight overall! I would recommend this and I would do it again. Steve and Conor were great to work with.”

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7.Mogollon Rim (80+ Mile) – Sedona Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · 50 to 52 minutes (approx.) · from $712

Fly from Sedona above Cathedral Rock, Bell Rock, Oak Creek Canyon, Boynton Canyon, ancient ruins, and the Mogollon Rim. Apex Air Tours provides forward-facing seats, noise-reduction headsets, and a pilot-led route lasting about 50 to 52 minutes. Groups are small, with a 269-pound passenger weight limit.

“This was a thrilling experience like no other I have ever had and one that simply should not be missed in Sedona. There is no better way to see and experience the magnificent landscape, and beauty of the ancient cliff dwellings. We learned about its history and geological brilliance through a knowledgeable and experienced pilot, who at all times made us feel comfortable, welcomed and safe. The Apex team is professional, fun and friendly and should be your first choice for guiding you through the adventure of a lifetime!”

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8.Secret Wilderness Sedona Helicopter Sunset Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 35 minutes (approx.) · from $601

Fly above Sedona for about 35 minutes in a six-seat, air-conditioned helicopter with noise-reducing headsets. The route features Cathedral Rock, Bell Rock, Devil’s Bridge, Soldier Pass, Boynton Canyon, the Chapel of the Holy Cross, and more. Pilots have included Josh and Steve.

“We had a fantastic time! We booked a Secret Wilderness Sunset flight. Connor did a great job of checking us in and getting us to and from/ in and out of the helicopter safely. Our pilot, Josh, gave us a very smooth flight and did a great job narrating everything we saw. He was very knowledgeable. We would highly recommend this tour!”

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9.Secret Wilderness – 45 Mile Helicopter Tour in Sedona

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 30 min · from $438

Take a 30-minute helicopter flight over Sedona in a six-seat turbine helicopter. Your English-speaking pilot guides you past Boynton Canyon, Gunsight Pass, Munds Mountain Wilderness, and Secret Wilderness, with noise reduction, air conditioning, and pre- or post-flight photos included.

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