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1000 Islands: 10, 20, 30, or 60-Min Scenic Helicopter Tour

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1000 Islands: 10, 20, 30, or 60-Min Scenic Helicopter Tour
Top rated
4.962025 out of 5 stars
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4.962025 out of 5 stars
316 reviews

Take flight above the spectacular 1000 Islands region on an exhilarating 10 to 60-minute helicopter tour. Soar over famous landmarks like the Ivy Lea Bridge, Boldt Castle, and Singer Castle.

About this activity

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Duration 10 - 30 minutes
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible
Small group
Limited to 6 participants

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Nataliya – Canada

It was an amazing experience. The team is super nice, dedicated, and enthusiastic. 100% value for your money!

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Yassim – United States

Absolutely happy that I found this activity and actually booked it ! I believe that you need to get a view of 1000 islands from this perspective. It is worth every dollar ! The views are impressive, and also this business is really great at making you feel comfortable and having everything flow smoothly . Our Pilot Phil, was excellent. He gives very insightful and interesting facts and information throughout the ride. The facility gives you a safety debriefing prior to boarding the helicopter which I think is really great ! Awesome 10/10 recommended.

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Itinerary

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    1000 Islands Helicopter Tours, 1000 Islands Helicopter Tours

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    Thousand Islands, Canada

    Safety briefing

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    Thousand Islands, Canada

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For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Take in breathtaking panoramic aerial views of the 1000 Islands region
  • Choose your own 1000 Islands experience with 3 unique tour options
  • See all the region has to offer from a guaranteed window seat
  • Admire Ivy Lea Bridge, Boldt Castle, and Singer Castle from the air
  • Enjoy pilot-narrated commentary in English or multilingual recorded audio

Full description

Experience the 1000 Islands from the air on a breathtaking helicopter tour. Choose your own adventure with three unique tour options ranging from 10 to 30 minutes. Depart from Gananoque Heliport, located within a 20-minute drive east of Kingston via Highway 401 in beautiful Gananoque, Ontario. 

Check in at the front desk then relax in the lounge before your pre-flight briefing. Feel the thrill as you rise above lush greenery, sandy beaches, and rocky cliffs, admiring the sights from your guaranteed window seat. 
Wear audio headsets complete with microphones for easy communication. Enjoy pilot-narrated commentary in English or select one of the recorded multilingual audio tours.

The duration depends on your selected option. Choose the 10-minute tour for a taste of the 1000 Islands, including the town of Gananoque, the Admiralty Islands, Navy Islands, and the Lake Fleet Islands.
Explore further on an Ontario Signature Experience: a 20-minute tour that includes both the U.S. and Canadian spans of the Ivy Lea Bridge, and Boldt Castle on Heart Island. 
The most popular option is a Canadian Signature Experience: an extended 30-minute ‘Two Castle’ tour that sends you flying over sunken shipwrecks and nation-spanning bridges, as well as Boldt and Singer Castles.

Includes

  • Scenic helicopter tour
  • Window seat and headset for each passenger
  • Tour commentary in one of 6 languages
  • All applicable taxes and fees
  • Souvenir videos - available for purchase

Not suitable for

  • People over 275 lbs (125 kg)

Meeting point

Meeting point may vary depending on the option booked.

Important information

Know before you go

  • All flights are subject to availability, favorable weather conditions, and require minimum numbers. If you are a solo traveler, the local operator will aim to book you with other confirmed passengers
  • It is recommended to book your flight on your first available day in Gananoque so that you have maximum flexibility to roll on to the next available date
  • Your flight date and/or time may be different from that requested and will be confirmed by the local partner via email after booking
  • Maximum of 3 passengers permitted per helicopter
  • Maximum weight restriction of 275 lbs per seat applies
  • Handheld cameras and mobile devices are welcome on board
  • Transport Canada regulations require children aged 2 and above to sit in their own seat
  • Children under 2 years of age must sit on a parent or guardians lap

From $93.55 per person

Reserve now & pay later to book your spot and pay nothing today
Reserve now & pay later to book your spot and pay nothing today

Customer reviews

Overall rating

5 /5

based on 316 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Transportation
    5/5
  • Value for money
    4.7/5

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Nataliya – CanadaSeptember 30, 2024 – Verified booking
It was an amazing experience. The team is super nice, dedicated, and enthusiastic. 100% value for your money!
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Yassim – United StatesSeptember 15, 2024 – Verified booking
Absolutely happy that I found this activity and actually booked it ! I believe that you need to get a view of 1000 islands from this perspective. It is worth every dollar ! The views are impressive, and also this business is really great at making you feel comfortable and having everything flow smoothly . Our Pilot Phil, was excellent. He gives very insightful and interesting facts and information throughout the ride. The facility gives you a safety debriefing prior to boarding the helicopter which I think is really great ! Awesome 10/10 recommended.
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Cara – CanadaSeptember 7, 2024 – Verified booking
Quinn was a very knowledgeable pilot. We enjoyed our flight. Definitely too short. Wished we had the longer flight but extremely expensive, understandably as is aviation fuel!!

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