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Niagara Falls Small Group Tour with Helicopter Ride and Hotel Pick-up

Niagara Falls Small Group Tour with Helicopter Ride and Hotel Pick-up

Overview

This exciting Niagara Falls tour delivers what is truly the ultimate way to experience the American side of Niagara Falls. On this tour, you will catch a birds-eye view of the Falls from inside a helicopter plus get up close on the Maid of the Mist boat ride (operating seasonally, May - November) and at the Cave of the winds.

- Helicopter ride over Niagara Falls - once in a lifetime opportunity! The helicopter ride is weather permitting and infants are not allowed on the helicopter.
- Tour of Niagara Falls, NY with photo stops at Goat Island, Terrapin Point and Luna Island
- Boat ride on the iconic Maid of the Mist (operating seasonally from May - November; when boat is closed tour will include admission to Aquarium of Niagara)
- Venture to "hurricane deck" at Cave of the Winds

City: Niagara Falls

Mon 23 Dec

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Starting at $339.00

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Mon 23 Dec

Starting at $339.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Admission to: Maid of the Mist (seasonal, May-November), Cave of the Winds

Hotel Pick up and Drop Off

8-minute helicopter ride over Niagara Falls (weather permitting)

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children under 40" are NOT permitted on the helicopter flight.

What To Expect

Niagara Falls Observation Tower

Your guide will bring you to your first attraction, a boat ride on the famous Maid of the Mist. Before you board, you’ll have a chance to check out the view from the Prospect Point Observation Tower (also known as Niagara Falls Observation Tower), located directly above the boarding site for the Maid of the Mist boat tour.

Goat Island

The next stop on your tour is a visit to Goat Island which connects to Terrapin Point and Luna Island as well. While here you’ll learn about the history of the Falls, see the Nikola Tesla monument overlooking the Falls, and get very close to the Bridal Veil Falls which are situated between Goat Island and Luna Island.

Cave of the Winds

After your Goat Island visit, your guide will take you to Cave of the Winds where you will descend 175 ft. into the Niagara Gorge before heading out onto a series of walkways leading to the “hurricane deck” - only a few feet away from the Bridal Veil Falls. You will be so close that it will feel like you’re surrounded by tropical storm-like conditions, even when it’s calm out.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (9)

Liam_C

Jul 2022

The tour was amazing. From the helicopter ride to the Maid of the Mists to the walk up to the Cave of the Winds, and so much more. Our tour guide Dana was excellent, enthusiastic, and very knowledgeable on the area.

corinthiansmith

Sep 2021

Overall our trip was wonderful. "Jimmy was Great!!" Excellent tour guide and very knowledgeable. " Toseph" was also very professional and pleasant assisting with our tour. Our first stop was a view of the whirlpool very memorable and beautiful. Loved the Maid of the Mist Boat Tour it was everything. Cave of The Wind's Hurricane Deck was overwhelmingly exciting. Lunch at The Anchor Bar was awful. Bathrooms were a disgrace for both Women's and Men's. Meal option was nearly none existent so we decided to order off the regular menu which was not much better. Last stop was the Helicopter ride through Rainbow Inc. advertised as 45 minutes was supposed to be 12 minutes. was literally a take up to the falls and right back with no information of what you are seeing. also booked other groups to ride along so back seat riders are very limited to view.

Kyle_S

Sep 2021

First off, our booking experience with Viator was effortless. I would definitely book through this service again. Secondly, the Operator, See Sight Tours provided an excellent itinerary. Our Guid, Touseef was knowledgable, friendly, fun, and really went above and beyond to get us in front of lines and give us the best tips. The day was full and great value for money. We started at Whirlpool park. A short walk to start the morning. We were then first on the helo ride in the morning (a long line had formed after we had already flown). Then we were off to the American Falls and the Maid of the Mist boat tour for which we got to cut the line. Touseef gave us tips how to get the best views and how to board and deboard the boat fast. Keep your poncho from the boat for the optional walk up to the falls which was refreshing. The observation deck is well worth the photo ops. Then we were shuttled off to Cave of the Winds. I would recommend getting a quick snack (they have hotdogs etc for purchase) BEFORE the cave as the line upon exiting was ridiculous. Also note, that if you are wearing shoes which you don’t want to get wet, the cave provides rubber sandals but you leave your own shoes on the ground outside. Kinda weird. The Cave was great. The hurricane deck was exhilarating. There is a short wait to exit the cave as there’s only one elevator. Then it is a short walk to Terrapin Point and Luna Island. Both offering exceptional views of the Falls and Canada. Lastly, we were shuttled off to the Anchor Bar, where there was no wait for us (there was a long wait for people who were not on a tour). Lunch was decent and the staff were great. You can purchase alcohol or additional items for an extra charge but lunch was adequate. Finally, we were dropped off back at the Seneca Hotel, where we were conveniently picked up in the morning. The pickup instructions provided by See Sight Tours via Viator app were very detailed. All in all, the value for money, the insights, and the lack of stress from having to drive around or find parking were worth it alone. On a side note, we traveled as a couple and were paired with a fantastic family of four who were so much fun and the tour was suitable for them also. Our guide, Touseef once again was excellent. I highly recommend this package. I would definitely do it again and I look forward to booking another tour (as this is the only way I want to travel from now on)