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City Lights Helicopter Tour

Linden, NJ

From $329

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About this experience

Take in beautiful nighttime views of New York City's dazzling lights during this unique City Lights Helicopter Tour!

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  • Enjoy this awesome tour with highly trained FAA-Certified helicopter pilots
  • Tour provider has been in operation since 1985
  • Explore some of New York's famous landmarks including the Palisades Cliffs, Yankees Stadium, Columbia University, and Grants Tomb
  • Fly over Northern Manhattan over the George Washington Bridge and enjoy the beautiful city lights of New York City on this amazing helicopter tour!

Seeing New York City night lights from the ground is amazing enough but imagine enjoying the famous city skyline from your seat in a helicopter! This City Lights Helicopter Tour is the perfect way for visitors and locals alike to enjoy a new and unique perspective of New York!

Departing from Linden Airport in New Jersey, you will fly up the Hudson River and take in all the notable landmarks. Starting at sunset, this awesome tour takes place at night in order to highlight the beautiful New York City skyline. During this approximately 30-minute flight, your experienced and knowledgeable pilot will strategically navigate you through Northern Manhattan to make sure that your trip is as enjoyable and safe as possible!

Sit back, relax, and enjoy the views on this amazing City Lights Helicopter Tour!

Some of the famous landmarks on the helicopter tour may include:

  • Grants Tomb
  • Columbia University
  • Yankees Stadium
  • Palisades Cliffs
  • George Washington Bridge

Linden, NJ
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When Do I Choose A Date?

Either yourself or the lucky recipient can make a booking and select dates once you are in receipt of the voucher. You’ll register the voucher, follow the booking instructions and your experience with us begins!

Year-Round:
Select Dates - After Sunset

Essential Information

  • Minimum of 4 passengers for the helicopter tour to operate
  • Weight limit of 275 lbs per passenger
  • Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian - there is no age limit to participate
  • Children 2 years old and up are full price as, due to FAA regulations, they must sit in their own seat
  • Infants under the age of 2 years old will sit on parents’ laps at no additional charge
  • All bags will be subject to inspection
  • Price includes heliport fee and fuel surcharge
  • All passengers must present a valid photo ID (passport or driver's license)

Duration

The helicopter tour lasts approximately 25-30 minutes.

Experience Provider Info

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Maximum Participants

Due to COVID-19, this experience is limited to 5-6 participants.

Spectators

This experience is only for those booked on the tour.

Weather Dependent

This tour will run in light rain as long as the visibility is still good. In the event that severe weather or low visibility causes your flight to be canceled, please reschedule with the tour provider.

What To Wear

Wear comfortable clothes appropriate for the weather.

What happens if the weather is bad?

This tour will run in light rain as long as the visibility is still good. In the event that severe weather or low visibility causes your flight to be cancelled, please reschedule with the tour provider.

Can I fly in the helicopter if I use a wheelchair or have mobility issues?

Yes, you will need to be able to sit in one of the seats in the helicopter with your legs bent. Please let Virgin Experience Gifts know in advance if you have any wheelchair or mobility issues.

Is there a weight limit?

Yes, the weight limit is 275 lbs per passenger. 

How high will we fly?

This tour will fly between 1500 and 2000 feet. 

What type of helicopter will we fly in?

You will fly in an Airbus EC130, Airbus EC155, or Bell 407 helicopter. 

Returns
Experience Vouchers that have not been redeemed can be returned hassle-free within 14 days. All refunds will be made to the original purchaser.
Exchanges
Experience Vouchers that have not been redeemed can be exchanged for anything else in our marketplace at any time.  If you choose to exchange for an experience that costs more, you'll simply have to pay the difference. If you choose to exchange for an experience that costs less, you'll have a credit towards your next booking with Virgin Experience Gifts.

Cancellation Policy

Once you have received a booking confirmation, cancellations and rescheduling are allowed up to 72 hours prior to the experience and subject to a fee. Failure to appear on your booked date or to cancel and reschedule at least 72 hours prior to your booked date will result in the loss of the value of your experience. In the event that your tour is cancelled due to inclement weather, you will be able to reschedule directly with the experience provider.

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