Helicopter Tour over the Canadian Rockies

Name: Helicopter Tour over the Canadian Rockies
Price: 264.1 CAD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.76 (54 reviews)

Overview

Available languages

English

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Enjoy bird’s-eye views of the Canadian Rockies as you soar high above in a helicopter. Fly over the plains of Bow Valley and snap up-close shots of Mt Lougheed’s three summit peaks drizzled in snow. An experienced pilot shares the history of the region as you absorb the incredible scenery. This 20-minute flight is a dazzling way to take in sights during your stay in Banff.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

All tours have a two-person minimum unless otherwise stated

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Canadian Rockies

Leaving the valley and flying up entry creek you will soar over Cline Pass at 10,000 ft (3048m) to view the expansive panoramic view of the Rocky Mountains. Reducing our altitude we will fly you into the Coup de grace of the tour – The 6 Glaciers. Cline Glacier White Goat Glacier Lion Glacier Lioness Glacier Resolute Glacier Hanging Glacier From the glaciers, you are off to Michelle Lakes. The Twin lakes is divided by a 50 ft (15m) waterfall which homes the beautiful Golden Trout. Michelle lakes is at an elevation of 7,545 ft (2299m). The lake then leads to a 900 ft (275m) waterfall that plunges into Waterfalls Creek. Following Waterfalls Creek back to the Cline River Valley we will fly by the White Goat Provincial Park. Looking to the east tucked up one of the valleys is a mountain that is an oxidized orange mountain due to the ferric iron content. Starting our long descent to the heliport you will view the beautiful vista of the glacial blue water of Abraham Lake.

Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Professional local guide and pilot

Hotel Transportation

Options

55 Minute Complete Columbia

30 Minute Epic Summit Tour

20 Minute 6 Glaciers Tour

Reviews

4.76

54 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Awesome views of the Rockies from our helicopter
DavidG427,,May 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
What a neat experience. A 20 minute flight over the Rockies, landing on a riverbed for a walk to a hidden away waterfall. Thor, our pilot, was an excellent guide and gave us a smooth and spectacular ride. The tour included lunch. If you are a dog lover, you will be greeted by Hollie, who only wants her belly rubbed. Friendly and knowledgable folks. It was our first helicopter tour; it won't be our last
Must do!
Kelly F,,Oct 12, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
The staff at the Heli Centre are excellent! Very friendly and helpful. Our guide, Owen was knowledgeable and made us feel at ease (for 2 of us it was our first time in a helicopter). Incredible scenery! Glaciers, lakes, oaks and valleys! Would do again in a heartbeat.
A fantastic 5 Star experience
carriglea,,Sep 7, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
From beginning to end this was an amazing experience. First, we were picked up at our hotel on time and driven to the Heliport by Marie. We were given our safety briefing which was comprehensive and we then waited a few minutes as the pilot (Victoria) finished some very comprehensive pre flight checks of the aircraft. That was great to see. When it was ready to go we were strapped in safely and Victoria very professionally did the most important thing first - fly the aircraft. Once we were safely in the air Victoria introduced herself and gave us a wonderful tour for 55 minutes all over the Columbia ice fields and many other fantastic sights and gave us a very interesting commentary. It was all breathtaking. It was a once in a lifetime experience we will never forget. Well done to all.
Good 30 min helicopter ride over the 6 glaciers of Jasper national park
aloked415,,Aug 17, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great tour over the 6 glaciers. Our pilot gave some great information about the region and fun facts like the 8 year old who climbed one of the mountains post which the mountain was given his name. There was some cloud on the day due to which we could not properly see all 6 glaciers, but the 30 min plane ride was still a lot of fun.
An unforgettable experience!
houseyreview1,,Aug 11, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was an awesome experience and I cannot recommend enough. Our pilot gave us a commentary/history about the amazing scenery we were flying over. Only did the 20 minute flight. Wish I had booked for longer.
Amazing experience
Faith G,,Aug 8, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was an incredible experience! Hosts were friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. Experienced pilot knee a lot of history and gave us a fantastic and informative tour. A+++ Highly recommended, worth every penny!
Just brilliant
kool moon,,Jun 26, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Absolutely love this Helicopter Ride loved every single minute I booked for 20 minutes but actually got around 30 minutes worth every penny.
Phenomenal
Michelle W,,Jun 22, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
The entire thing was absolutely incredible!!! Worth every penny!!!! I will definitely be doing this again. Staff takes your pic with the helicopter ($30 at end to purchase). Highly highly recommend!!!!
Unbelievable beauty from a bird’s eye view!
Kelly J,,Jun 6, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our pilot and guide were amazing- keeping our safety at the forefront of our adventure. Jake, our pilot, kept the ride steady and made us feel comfortable in the sky! Our guide, Aaron, filled us in on the history and geological relevance of the area. He certainly knew his history! There were pockets of the geography that they weren’t comfortable flying into due to the cloud cover and they were totally honest saying so- making us feel safe and confident in their decisions. This ride was like being in an Omnimax theatre- unbelievable beauty. We even spotted a bear from the sky! Definitely a chance of a lifetime!
Great heli tour
Adam P,,May 7, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great views, friendly staff, lots of history and knowledge of the area. Great experience. Viator shows a different price then applied to your cc post booking be aware.