Air, Helicopter & Balloon Tours in California

Soar above Los Angeles and Hollywood on a 30-minute helicopter tour from Long Beach, and capture unforgettable photos of the cities' scenic, historic and cultural highlights. Glide up the coast above a series of harbors, ports and sandy beaches, get a glimpse of the Santa Monica Pier and watch for dolphins and whales along the Pacific shoreline. Cruise above Sunset Boulevard and spot rambling estates in Bel Air and Hollywood, then fly low above the iconic Hollywood sign before returning to the coast across the gleaming skyscrapers of downtown Los Angeles.

Soar over the Hollywood Sign on a 30-minute airplane tour of Los Angeles' classic sights in a maneuverable, 3-passenger plane. Head straight for the Hollywood hills to capture unforgettable images of Tinseltown studios and landmarks, then turn towards Los Angeles for aerial views of Dodger Stadium and downtown's gleaming skyscrapers.

Breathtaking aerial vistas await you on the San Francisco Air Tour - a 35-minute flight over the major landmarks of the San Francisco Bay Area. Get a bird's-eye view of the Bay Bridge, Treasure Island, Downtown Oakland, Alcatraz, the Palace of Fine Arts, the Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman's Wharf, Coit Tower, Downtown Oakland, the Bay Bridge and more.

Fly high above the Pacific Ocean on a helicopter tour from Long Beach that explores Orange County's beaches, seaside cities and glamorous mansions. Step onboard for an 15- or 30-minute flight, and watch for dolphins and whales as you skim above the water. Spot surfers riding the breaks at Bolsa Chica State Park, and get a glimpse of the exclusive community at Newport Beach. Soar over a chain of iconic California beaches and crumbling rock cliffs, then bank back up the coast and touch down at the Long Beach heliport.

Escape to the Grand Canyon for this full-day sightseeing adventure. Enjoy a scenic, 1-hour, round-trip flight from Las Vegas to the West Rim of the Grand Canyon, flying over the famous Hoover Dam and beautiful Lake Mead along the way. After returning over the Mojave Desert and other natural wonders, take a float trip down the Colorado River, through Black Canyon with a boxed picnic lunch and an optional swim at a secluded beach. Lunch, bottled water, and all transportation, including a Las Vegas hotel pickup/drop-off, are included.

No trip to California is complete without a visit to the iconic wilderness of Yosemite National Park. Make the most of your time in the park on this private excursion from San Francisco to Yosemite by helicopter (four people or fewer) or small plane (five people or fewer), letting you avoid the 8-hour drive and spend more time exploring the park's many attractions. Thanks to the flexibility offered by a private tour, you can choose to conduct your tour as an overnight camping trip or a day trip for your private group.

Fly over the Los Angeles shoreline on a 25-minute, small group scenic helicopter flight that takes in some of California's most famous beaches and cities. Enjoy aerial views of surf breaks and coastal hills as you bank past Long Beach, Manhattan Beach, and more - and for the full LA experience, upgrade to a 'Hollywood' package with a Champagne toast, hors d'oeuvres, t-shirt, and framed souvenir photo, or opt for door-to-door service in a luxury PT Cruiser mini-limousine with a minibar.

Enjoy aerial views of Los Angeles' classic sights with a 60-minute air tour that includes Santa Monica, downtown and the Hollywood Hills. Take off in a 3-passenger airplane, and enjoy commentary from your pilot as you soar above Santa Monica to the Pacific Coast. Spot surfers and dolphins in the breaking surf and bank towards downtown's skyscrapers and stadiums; head for the hills to see the Hollywood Sign and tinseltown studios, catch a glimpse inside the city's exclusive studios, then touch back down at San Fernando's Van Nuys Airport.

Take a scenic flight over L.A.'s most famous homes and landmarks. This 35-minute helicopter flight gives you a bird's-eye view of Beverly Hills, Hollywood, Venice Beach, and many more iconic sights. Keep an eye out for celebrity homes as you fly over Bel-Air, Brentwood, and other celebrity neighborhoods. Upgrade to the VIP package with champagne and hors-d'oeuvres and really get a taste of the lifestyles of the rich and famous.

Experience the Grand Canyon from different perspectives on a full-day tour from Las Vegas that combines a scenic helicopter tour with a rafting trip in the Black Canyon. Board the helicopter and soar over Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, and the mighty Colorado River before descending to the floor of the Grand Canyon. Savor Champagne and a light meal at the bottom of the Grand Canyon, then head to Hoover Dam for a spectacular 11-mile (18-kilometer) motorized rafting trip on the Black Canyon section of the Colorado River.

Fly like a bird above the Grand Canyon, along with nearby attractions such as the Hoover Dam, during this 45-minute helicopter flight from Las Vegas. Lift off from the helipad in your state-of-the-art chopper, enjoying breathtaking views above the West Rim of the world's most incredible canyon, along with the immense Hoover Dam and the scenic Lake Mead and Colorado River. On the trip back, you'll also hover for a short time over the glimmering Las Vegas Strip. This amazing ride also includes insightful narration from your pilot as you ride, plus bottled water.

See the L.A. coast from the sky with an exciting, 15-minute tour from Long Beach on a private helicopter. Swoop above the iconic Queen Mary ocean liner and hover over downtown Long Beach, see the imposing Battleship Iowa that's moored in the city's bustling port. Enjoy seaward views of Catalina Island and the curving Pacific coastline before touching back to earth at the Long Beach helipad.

See the major landmarks of the San Francisco Bay Area from the air during a private 35-minute scenic flight. Hear your pilot's informative commentary via the provided headsets as your fixed-wing plane soars over downtown San Francisco, Coit Tower, Fisherman's Wharf, Palace of Fine Arts, Golden Gate Bridge, Sausalito, Alcatraz Island, the port of Oakland and more. Enjoy breathtaking aerial vistas of the bay and Pacific Ocean during this once-in-a-lifetime tour.

Take in Los Angeles' scenic highlights from the air with a private, 45-minute helicopter tour from Long Beach. Soar over the L.A. harbor and the iconic Queen Mary, and look out towards Catalina Island from the Palos Verdes Peninsula. Fly up the coast past Manhattan Beach and Marina del Rey, bank over Santa Monica pier then head for downtown. See the city's sports centers and gleaming sky scrapers and take in views of the Hollywood Hills and the San Gabriel Mountains before touching back down in Long Beach.

Take your Los Angeles trip to new heights with this Hollywood helicopter tour, offering a bird's eye view above the streets of Tinseltown. Get amazing views of Hollywood and the massive sprawl of Los Angeles on this 20-minute flight. Graze over the skyscrapers of downtown LA and the Los Angeles Coliseum, USC and Paramount Pictures, and continue over glitzy Hollywood Boulevard and the Dolby Theatre, the Capitol Records Building, the Staples Center and the Nokia Center. Fly over the Griffith Park Observatory and pass right in front of the Hollywood Sign for an up-close view of this world-famous icon. During your flight you'll also receive insightful commentary about the landmarks and city below. This helicopter tour also includes optional round-trip transport from your hotel.

Need a break from bustling Las Vegas? Hop on board a helicopter for a luxury sightseeing tour to the Grand Canyon. Listen to informative commentary from your pilot as you get an aerial perspective on the majestic grandeur of the Grand Canyon and Colorado River. On the way, you'll also see landmarks such as Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, Black Canyon and the Las Vegas strip. Your tour includes a 30-minute stop at the Grand Canyon West airport, with time for some quick shopping at a Native American gift boutique.

Take your Los Angeles visit to new heights during this 45-minute air tour above the sublime sights of this Southern California city. Soar like a bird above L.A. landmarks like the Hollywood Sign, Griffith Observatory, Santa Monica Pier and the Pacific Coast, choosing between two different route options. Depending on your selection you'll cruise between Santa Monica and Downtown L.A. or Santa Monica and Malibu coastline. Included onboard bottled water and snacks ensure you stay focused on sightseeing and not your stomach.

On this San Francisco seaplane tour, treat yourself to aerial views of the Bay Area's top sights, both natural and man-made. You'll take off from Sausalito, soaring over the California shoreline up to Tomales Bay and Point Reyes. Then fly over the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island, AT&T Park and more before landing on the water. Transportation from Pier 39 is available for easy access to Sausalito.

See the sights of San Francisco Bay from above on an air tour from the Hayward airport. As you fly through the sky on a 3-passenger plane with an experienced pilot, look down on attractions like Fisherman's Wharf, Alcatraz, the Golden Gate Bridge and downtown San Francisco.

Soar above the Grand Canyon during a 90-minute helicopter flight, round-trip to the West Rim. This scenic tour transfers you from your Las Vegas hotel and treats you to extraordinary vistas from above. Peer through panoramic windows on your state-of-the-art chopper while you fly over Hoover Dam and Lake Mead. Then follow the green thread of the Colorado River as it meanders between the sculptured sandstone walls of the Grand Canyon. Choose from multiple departure times throughout the day.