Take flight above the spectacular 1000 Islands region on an exhilarating 10, 20, or 30-minute helicopter tour. Soar over famous landmarks like the Ivy Lea Bridge, Boldt Castle, and Singer Castle.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration: 10 - 30 minutes
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
- Wheelchair accessible
Experience
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. Tours 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 of anticipation and excitement as you take flight. Be lifted high above lush greenery, sandy beaches, and rocky cliffs, admiring the sights from your guaranteed window seat. You'll wear audio headsets complete with microphones for easy communication. Enjoy pilot-narrated commentary in English or select one of the recorded multilingual audio tours.
Your flight 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)
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
- Customers must fill out a travel information form
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Meeting point
Gananoque Heliport, 88 County Rd 32, Leeds & 1000 Islands, Ontario, Canada. The heliport is a easy 20-minute drive from Kingston, located right off exit 645 from Highway 401. Look for a "Helicopter Tours" sign along highway 32. When coming from the town of Gananoque, the meeting point is located on the left-hand side of the road. Ample free parking on site.
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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
