Where to Go: the 15 Best Waterfall Helicopter Flights Worldwide

1.Kauai Private Doors-Off Helicopter: Ultimate Waterfalls & Canyons

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,510 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $415Our pick

Review of Kauai’s private doors-off helicopter tour, with Jurassic Falls, Waimea Canyon, the Na Pali Coast, tips, costs, and booking advice.

“The helicopter tour was one of the greatest experiences I have ever had. We had a great pilot, Taylor, who was friendly, professional, and informative. He took us to all of the great sights on Kauai. The doors off made the experience that much better. We were very pleased, really enjoyed the tour and highly recommend to anyone who wants a Birds Eye view of Kauai!”

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2.Helicopter Scenic Flight over Victoria Falls 12-13 minutes Flight

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,391 reviews · from $135Best value

Review of the Victoria Falls helicopter flight, with aerial views, pickup details, extra fees, timing, photo tips, and booking advice.

“It was an experience of a lifetime to be able to see the majestic Victoria falls from above and all at once.”

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3.Niagara Falls, Canada: Scenic Helicopter Flight

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,068 reviews · 12 min · from $149

See Niagara Falls from above on a 12-minute helicopter flight with panoramic views, multilingual audio, free parking, and flexible weather scheduling.

“First time we have been in a helicopter but will defdefinitely do it again. seeing the views of the niagra falls from such heights was so beautiful. The price for the tour was good just wish it was a bit longer. The ride was smooth and the guide information about the Falls was very educational. Definitely recommend the Helicopter tour!!”

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4.Niagara Falls, ON: Helicopter Ride with Boat & Skylon Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 968 reviews · 5h 30m · from $305

Review of Niagara Falls helicopter, boat, Journey Behind the Falls, and Skylon lunch tour, with practical advice on price, timing, weather, and value.

“The tour was great. We enjoyed all aspects of it and the guide made sure we got into all activities quickly with little time standing in lines. It was a beautiful ride over the falls in the helicopter. After a lovely drive anlong the parkway, exploring behind the falls was neat….challenging for myself, with limited mobility, but enjoyable. The ride on the boat up to the falls was spectacular and we definitely needed the rain ponchos. Lunch at the top of the tower in the restaurant with a view was good….a buffet, with time to explore the view from out on the walkway. I did this tour because I felt…”

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5.Kauai Deluxe Waterfall Safari: Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 900 reviews · 55 minutes (approx.) · from $309

Review of Kauai’s 55-minute helicopter safari, with Na Pali Coast, Waimea Canyon, waterfalls, practical tips, pricing, and booking advice.

“Wow! Wonderful experience. It could not have been a better time. The flight and views were incredible. Our pilot was great.”

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6.Niagara Falls Canada Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 842 reviews · 12 minutes (approx.) · from $153

Review of Niagara Falls’ 12-minute helicopter tour, with Horseshoe Falls views, practical tips, pricing, weather advice, and booking details.

“It was an awesome ride, friendly and accommodating staff! Our pilot was very knowledgeable and super skilled!”

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7.Niagara Falls Grand Helicopter Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 610 reviews · 20 minutes (approx.) · from $221

Review of Niagara Falls Grand Helicopter Adventure, with flight details, views, value, weather advice, logistics, and booking tips.

“OUTSTANDING!! Our flight was beautiful, even in November. Our pilot was fantastic! Highly recommend to anyone!”

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8.Niagara Falls Canada Tour: Helicopter, Boat, Behind Falls & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 550 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $352

Review of Niagara Falls Canada’s helicopter, boat, Journey Behind the Falls, Skylon lunch, guide service, timing, value, and booking tips.

“This was a fun tour but we were very disappointed that, due to rain, the helicopter didn't fly. We did get a partial refund but we could probably have done the other parts of the tour for less money had we known the helicopter wouldn't be able to fly 😞 The tour group was small and our guide was great. We learned alot and had fun! The lunch was delicious and lots to choose from!”

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9.Lihue: Deluxe Waterfall Safari Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 422 reviews · 1 hour · from $309

Review of Kauai’s one-hour helicopter tour over Waimea Canyon, Na Pali Coast, Jurassic Falls, and Waialeale Crater, with practical booking tips.

“The topography and landscape were provided by nature Most of it is inaccessible from land This tour gets you up close and personal with a great pilot in a way that can only be seen from the air Most highly recommended”

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10.Helicopter Tour with Hotel Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 371 reviews · 12 - 25 minutes · from $180

See Victoria Falls, the Zambezi, Batoka Gorge, and wildlife from a helicopter with hotel pickup for a memorable aerial view.

“It was the best experience ever! The whole team was professional from the driver to the helicopter pilot. The weather was perfect and we could see the falls at it's full beauty. We have received also video and small reel of our flight. Very highly recommended.”

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11.Helicopter Scenic Flight over Victoria Falls 25-27 Minutes Game

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 286 reviews · from $265

See Victoria Falls, the Zambezi River, and wildlife from a helicopter, with hotel pickup, costs, timing, and honest booking advice.

“To view the Falls from the sky was the birthday gift I didn't know I needed! I was picked up on time for my flight with no problems and the driver was courteous, friendly, professional and courteous. Upon arrival, I was given a safety brief and tRead more”

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12.Victoria Falls Scenic Day Tour with Lunch & Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 188 reviews · 6 hours · from $265

Review of Victoria Falls scenic day tour with rainforest walk, helicopter flight, gorge-view lunch, costs, tips, and honest drawbacks.

“I was lucky enough to be in a smaller group with a couple and myself and it was such a lovely day. Our guide Mobbie was excellent and took his time to explain everything to us and answer any of our questions and always had a good attitude. The heli ride was also well worth it to be able to see everything from the top! I would suggest however if possible to book directly with a guide so that they receive more of the money, as I am sure most of what is being paid is not going to them.”

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13.Niagara Falls VIP Private SUV Tour: Helicopter & Boat included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 139 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $322

Review of Toronto’s private Niagara Falls SUV tour with helicopter, boat cruise, lunch, free time, pricing, tips, and practical advice.

“This was a superb experience. Suthan was accommodating, knowledgable and made the whole day one to remember.”

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14.Scenic Helicopter Flight Over Victoria Falls

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 97 reviews · 15 min · from $190

Review of Victoria Falls’ 15-minute helicopter flight, with practical advice on views, price, transfers, photography, and who should book.

“The flight over the Falls was an amazingly breathtaking experience. It gives you a really good perspective of the falls from both Zimbabwe and Zambia. I took the 15min tour which was great but time flew by quickly. This was great if you only want to view the falls but I’d take the longer option to see more of the countryside.”

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15.Scenic Microlight Flight

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 82 reviews · 15 - 30 minutes · from $185

Review the Victoria Falls microlight flight, with 15 or 30 minutes over the Falls, Zambezi, Batoka Gorge, and nearby wildlife.

“Super exciting! Wasn't too sure what to expect, but it was definitely worth it. The video too!”

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