Key West Island Helicopter Tour

Key West, Florida

Key West Island Helicopter Tour

Key West, Florida

Duration: 10 minutes

Overview

Soar above Key West on the Island Helicopter Tour, a thrilling 10-minute adventure that offers unparalleled aerial views of the island's historic landmarks and stunning coastal vistas. Capture the beauty of Smathers Beach, The Southernmost Point, and bustling Duval Street from a perspective only the birds usually see.

🚁 Experience a thrilling 10-minute helicopter ride over Key West

🌊 Marvel at breathtaking views of Smathers Beach, The Southernmost Point, and Fort Zachary Taylor from above

📸 Capture stunning photographs of Sunset Key, Wisteria Island, Mallory Square, and the vibrant Duval Street

🎧 Enjoy the flight with provided safety equipment and headsets for a comfortable and informative tour experience

Availability

When do I choose a date?

After purchase, you can request your preferred dates and times by following the instructions in the email you receive. If it's a gift, the recipient will also get an email with booking instructions.

Year-Round,
Daily

Full description

Take to the skies on the Key West Island Helicopter Tour for a bird's eye view of the island's most captivating sights. This quick, 10-minute flight is a thrilling introduction to Key West, showcasing aerial views of historical landmarks and beautiful coastal scenery. From the comfort of your helicopter seat, you'll sweep over Smathers Beach, The Southernmost Point, Fort Zachary Taylor, and more. Each landmark unfolds beneath you, offering perspectives that can't be matched from the ground.

This tour covers 20 miles of Key West's landscape, including lesser-seen gems like Sunset Key, Wisteria Island, Mallory Square, and the bustling Duval Street. Perfect for those looking to pack a lot of sightseeing into a short amount of time, the helicopter tour ensures you won't miss a thing. Remember to bring a camera or phone to capture the stunning views, unless you’ve chosen the video package to let someone else do the filming. All necessary safety gear and headsets are provided to make your aerial adventure both safe and comfortable. Just show up with your ID and get ready to see Key West in a whole new way.

Practical information

Any restrictions to participate?

Age: All age groups are welcome.
Weight: Maximum weight per seat is 275 pounds, and maximum weight per group is 600 pounds.
Health limitations: Not suitable for pregnant women past their first trimester or individuals with serious medical conditions that could be exacerbated by flight.
Physical limitations: Participants should be able to enter and exit the helicopter without assistance.
Experience level: Suitable for first-timers and experienced flyers alike.

Who can you accommodate for?

Children: Children can join, but they must be supervised by an adult.
Pets: Pets are not allowed due to safety regulations in aircraft.

What to expect on the day of the experience?

Duration: Approximately 10 minutes of flight time.
What’s included: Helicopter tour with pilot, safety briefing, and necessary safety equipment. Headsets provided for communication during the flight.
Who will be present: A certified pilot will guide the tour, often doubling as a tour guide.
Spectators: Spectators can wait at the departure area but cannot join the tour without a ticket.
Photo/ video: Photography is encouraged, but all devices must be secured. Additional video packages might be available for purchase.
Specific rules to follow: Adherence to all pilot instructions and safety guidelines is mandatory. This includes the prohibition of loose items on "doors-off" flights.

How to prepare?

Weather dependency: Flights are weather-dependent and may be rescheduled or canceled in case of poor weather.
Arrival: Guests are required to arrive 20-30 minutes prior to their scheduled flight time for check-in and safety briefing.
Parking: Parking available at the Key West International Airport's general aviation side. Allow extra time for parking.
What to wear: Comfortable, secure clothing suitable for flight. Closed-toe shoes are required, and for "doors-off" flights, shoes must secure around the ankle.
What to bring:
- Government-issued photo ID for all guests over the age of 18.
- Cameras or smartphones for photos, with secure straps recommended.
Restrooms/ lockers/ changing rooms: Facilities are available at the airport but not onboard the helicopter.

Anything else I should know before going on this experience?

Review the full terms and conditions provided by the operator to ensure compliance with all policies for "doors-off" flights.

Returns, exchanges and cancellation

Unused Experience Vouchers can be returned within 30 days for a full refund to the original purchaser, no questions asked.

If you have any unused Experience Vouchers, you can exchange them for anything else in our marketplace, no matter when. If you choose an experience that's more expensive, you'll need to pay the difference, but if you choose one that costs less, you'll receive a credit towards your next booking.

No refunds are allowed once the experience is booked, but you can reschedule up to 48 hours before your experience, for a date within a year of the original booking. To reschedule, contact the experience provider directly. No-shows or rescheduling less than 48 hours in advance means losing the value of your experience.