Private Tour

Lake Tahoe Helicopter Tour: Circle the Lake

Overview

Available languages

English

45 minutes

Mobile ticket

Weight limits apply: Maximum per-passenger weight is 250lbs. Maximum weight of all passengers combined must not exceed 500lbs.

Passenger weights must be accurately provided at time of booking. Groups reaching a combined weight of 500 lbs will be subject to a weight check upon arrival for their flight. Any individual weighing 300 lbs or more will not be permitted to fly per the limitations of the aircraft. Any cancellation of a planned flight due to weights exceeding the maximum allowable aircraft weight (individual or combined) will be charged at full price.

This 45 minute ride follows Lake Tahoe's pristine 72 mile shoreline, shimmering in shades of green and blue. While most of the shoreline is visible from the roads and highways circling the lake, nothing can compare to the view from a helicopter! Start by flying to Emerald Bay, then continue your journey around Lake Tahoe to witness the many stunning views Lake Tahoe has to offer.

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Wheelchair accessible

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Maximum weight per person of 250 pounds (113kg) is STRICTLY enforced for safety reasons.

Wheelchair accessible, please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required. Please call tour operator prior to flight to arrange this. A full refund will be given if disability cannot be accommodated.

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Maximum combined passenger weight of 500 pounds is STRICTLY enforced for safety reasons.

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Helicopter tour of the entire 72 mile shoreline of Lake Tahoe

Noise reducing headsets

Live commentary on board

Gratuities

What To Expect

Lake Tahoe Area

Departing the Lake Tahoe Airport, you'll head to the south shore of breathtaking Lake Tahoe, then along the shoreline to Emerald Bay to take in the stunning views of this iconic alpine lake. From Emerald Bay, this tour continues following the entire shoreline of Lake Tahoe before returning to the Lake Tahoe Airport.

Admission Not Applicable

Options

Lake Tahoe Helicopter Tour: Circle the Lake

Reviews

5.00

25 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

First time I've been on a...
russell c,
Jul 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
First time I've been on a helicopter ride it was really cool over Lake Tahoe the pilot was super cool and acknowledgable I highly recommend it especially for a date
Perfect way to start your 1st trip to Tahoe!
Barry K,
Aug 29, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our pilot was personable and offered a wonderful history of Lake Tahoe. It was our first visit to Lake Tahoe and this was the first thing we did to get a literal birds eye view of the landscape.
Birds Eye View
Tom B,
Aug 21, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Matt was amazing. A must do experience. Birds Eye view of this mountain range and lake are spectacular
Highly recommended
sam b,
Jun 21, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
It was so worth it very good experience pilot was very friendly I highly recommend trying it out very good experience
Really Fun
Craig M,
Jun 20, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Matt was great. He was friendly, we felt safe and he was really knowledgeable about the sights. Cute airport.
Fantastic
Amr M,
May 25, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
We have been on several helicopter trips in the USA and found that Matt was a Knowledgeable pilot. Who made great recommendations of things to see and places to eat. I highly recommend the 45 minute tour.
Airtime
Jason C,
Apr 28, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Breathtaking Great experience Sight seeing Lots of fun Great tour guide Good times Exciting times Amazing times
Tour around the entire lake
Garrett G,
Oct 29, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00
It was totally awesome my girlfriend and I have never been in a helicopter 🚁 before and we had the most wonderful time. We flew around the lake (the 45 minutes flight) I would highly recommend it. Thanks Matt for giving us a great first flight experience.
Excellent
melissabU8474JO,
Aug 3, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Best overall air view experience you could ask for. My pilot Matt was very professional, precise and very informative off the sights we observed throughout our wonderful flight. Around the lake circle tour highly recommended! Melissa.
Beautiful View of the Lake
R4149TKjoeh,
Jul 18, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Ever since I was a kid I've always wanted a Helicopter ride, Had i chance and took it, So glad we did, it was amazing, the pilot Matt was great, knew all about the lake, it was the best time we had at Lake Tahoe.