Local Favorite: Private Helicopter Tour Over Long Beach

Have you been wanting to add some excitement to your next vacation or day trip? Even the most fun destination can easily become predictable. An activity you may not have considered before is a helicopter tour. This helicopter ride lets you see Long Beach in a totally new and unexpected way. Here's a look at what you can expect.

The Experience

You'll receive a 15-minute ride in a private helicopter where you'll get a bird's eye view of the Long Beach & L.A. coast. On this exclusive trip, you'll be able to discover a host of sights from an entirely new perspective. You'll fly high above downtown Long Beach, cruising over the iconic Queen Mary ocean liner. In the city's port, there is the magnificent Battleship Iowa. The Pacific coastline and Catalina Island have never looked so beautiful and majestic as they do from the air. At the end of the tour, you'll return to solid ground at the Long Beach helipad.

Tour Highlights

On this sightseeing helicopter tour, you'll receive a private 15-minute flight, where you will be able to view the iconic harbor, along with an overview of the California coast. Narration will be provided throughout the flight so you don't have to worry about missing a single detail. You'll also receive headsets so that you're sure to hear the guide clearly. All taxes, fuel surcharges, and service fees are included in the price of this once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Important Considerations

There are some important details you should know before booking this sightseeing tour. With this information, you'll be able to have the best experience possible.

Tour details include:

• Not appropriate for those with heart problems or other serious medical conditions
• A minimum of two people per booking is required
• Individual passengers weighing over 300 lbs. or groups with a total weight of more than 580 lbs. cannot be accommodated
• The preferred departure time must be stated at check-out
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Stroller accessible
• Infants must sit on laps
• If canceled due to poor weather, you'll be offered a different date or receive a full refund
• Only your group will participate in this private tour.

In addition, you'll need to cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of your experience in order to receive a full refund should you decide to cancel your trip.

As you can see, this helicopter tour is a truly unique vacation or sightseeing experience you can enjoy with your closest friends or family. Whether you live nearby and are looking for a weekend excursion or if you've come for vacation, there's no better way to get a true view of the area.