Niagara Falls’ beauty and massive size can only be appreciated from the skies where you can see the upper Niagara River as it plunges down into the gorge below, creating the astounding 3 waterfalls that form Niagara Falls.
Niagara Helicopters, the company operating the helicopter rides over Niagara Falls, is located on Victoria Avenue. It is right across from the Great Wolf Lodge and near the Whirlpool Observation Deck.
Highlights of the helicopter ride over Niagara Falls
- 12-minute thrilling helicopter ride over Niagara Falls.
- Taped commentary with headphones available in 12 languages.
- Large windows of helicopter ideal for photography.
Cost of the helicopter ride over Niagara Falls varies throughout the year. It is about CA$125 for adults (12+ years) and CA$80 for children (2-11 years) when you book through ToNiagara. You can visit their website for updated rates.
The helicopter ride is open year round from 9:00 a.m. until sunset (provided weather is good). It remains closed on Christmas Day.
Places you will see on a helicopter ride include Sir Adam Beck Power Generating Plant, Whirlpool Rapids, Rainbow Bridge, Queen Victoria Park, Skylon Tower, American Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, and Horseshoe Falls.
Niagara Helicopters offers many more helicopter tours like winery tours, etc.
Make your Niagara Falls trip unforgettable with a helicopter ride over the Falls.