Emerald Bay Helicopter Tour of Lake Tahoe | 10 minutes to 12 minutes

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Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Noise reducing headsets
  • Live commentary on board
  • Helicopter tour of Emerald Bay
  • Gratuities

Overview

Weight limits apply: Maximum per-passenger weight is 250lbs. Maximum weight of all passengers combined must not exceed 500lbs. Passenger weights must be accurately provided at time of booking. Groups reaching a combined weight of 500 lbs will be subject to a weight check upon arrival for their flight. Any individual weighing 300 lbs or more will not be permitted to fly per the limitations of the aircraft. Any cancellation of a planned flight due to weights exceeding the maximum allowable aircraft weight (individual or combined) will be charged at full price. Showcasing beautiful Fallen Leaf lake, Cascade Lake, Taylor Creek, and Pope Beach, this tour heads to breathtaking Emerald Bay. Surrounded by granite cathedrals and fed by Eagle falls, the lake's only true bay is named for its emerald green waters.

Meeting points

Inside the main lobby of the Lake Tahoe Airport

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • Emerald Bay State Park (Pass By)

    Head to the Lake Tahoe Airport where parking is free in the upper lot. Enter the terminal building to find our office on the left inside the main lobby. After meeting your pilot, take part in a short safety briefing prior to heading out to the ramp to board your aircraft. 

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Additional Info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Maximum weight per person is 250 pounds (113kg)
  • Wheelchair accessible, please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required. Please call tour operator prior to flight to arrange this. A full refund will be given if disability cannot be accommodated.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Maximum combined passenger weight is 500lbs per flight and strictly enforced

Free Cancellation

April 26100% refund
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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189 reviews

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Majestic View of Lake Tahoe from the sky

Published on Jan, 2025

This was one of the highlights of our first ever trip to Tahoe.. you can’t visit Lake Tahoe without this helicopter excursion .. it’s a must you won’t regret it!

AWESOME!!

Published on Sep, 2024

It was my husband & I's 1st time in a helicopter I was more nervous when I booked this than I was during the actual ride it was the coolest & 1 of the most amazing experiences!! The staff is great too!! Thanks for a great time!!

My favorite trip to Lake...

Published on Sep, 2024

My favorite trip to Lake Tahoe by far! Matt was our pilot, such a great guy! 10/10 would recommend doing!

Perfect Flight!

Published on Sep, 2024

Absolutely perfect! What a thrill to see Tahoe from the sky! Our pilot, Levi was excellent and was so personable by answering all our questions as we spotted things below! Great experience

Exploring Lake Tahoe from...

Published on Sep, 2024

Exploring Lake Tahoe from the sky is truly an amazing adventure! We highly recommend this adventure in Lake Tahoe. The pilot was also awesome!

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