Secret Wilderness (45+ Mile) - Sedona Helicopter Tour

5.0
(28 reviews)

30 to 32 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

This helicopter tour covers over 45 miles and shows off all of the famous rock formations and takes you deep into several canyons in the Sedona area! We will take a meandering course by Cathedral Rock, Bell Rock, the Praying Hands, Snoopy Rock, Schnebly Hill Road, Steam Boat Rock, Thunder Mountain, and the Seven Canyons Golf Course. Then well fly through Bear Sign Canyon, Secret Canyon, Gunsight Pass, Boynton Canyon, and Long Canyon showing off the ancient Sinagua Cliff Dwellings. On the way back to Sedona we will fly by Boynton Vortex, Cox Comb, Chimney Rock, and more! This tour is highly recommended because of the great detail and the wonderful pace.

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
All forward facing seating
Noise reducing headset with microphone
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
1225 Airport Rd

Check-in time is 30 minutes prior to your flight.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 30 to 32 minutes (approximately)
  • Sedona Airport Scenic Overlook (Pass by)

    Enjoy the view over the overlook as we take off and land from the airport. There will be views of Thunder Mountain, Coffee Pot Rock, Ship Rock, The Mitten, The Sphinx, and more!

    Admission ticket free
  • Red Rock State Park (Pass by)

    Fly by Red Rock State Park with views of Oak Creek, Schuerman Mountain, and Pyramid Rock

    Admission ticket free
  • Cathedral Rock (Pass by)

    Fly by eye-level with the top of Cathedral Rock for an amazing view only available from the air. As we round Cathedral Rock you will be able to see the Chapel of the Holy Cross, and the Praying Hands as well!

    Admission ticket free
  • Chapel of the Holy Cross (Pass by)

    Views of the Chapel of the Holy Cross and the Praying Hands!

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    Bell Rock

    Views of Bell Rock which is one of the most popular hiking spots in the Sedona area.

    1 minute Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Broken Arrow Trail

    Fly over the Broken Arrow Trail showing off the Praying Hands, Chicken Point, and Submarine Rock.

    1 minute Admission ticket free
  • Courthouse Butte Loop Trail (Pass by)

    Fly by Courthouse Butte which is over 1000ft tall! This attracts rock climbers and base jumpers!

    Admission ticket free
  • Schnebly Hill Road (Pass by)

    Snoopy Rock, the Tea Kettle, Eagle Rock, and the Cowpies are viewable as we fly by!

    Admission ticket free
  • Grasshopper Point Picnic Area (Pass by)

    Fly by Grasshopper Point. This is a popular swimming spot and is viewable as we fly above!

    Admission ticket free
  • Midgely Bridge Trail (Pass by)

    See Midgely Bridge from the air! This bridge is a beautiful arch and a significant landmark in the area.

    Admission ticket free
  • Wilson Mountain Trail (Pass by)

    Wilson Mountain is one of the hardest hikes in the area and you will enjoy views of Steamboat Rock, Ship Rock, and Oak Creek Canyon as we fly by

    Admission ticket free
  • Oak Creek Canyon (Pass by)

    Fly by the mouth of Oak Creek Canyon. This canyon is the canyon from which flows the famous Oak Creek which is a spring-fed creek that runs year-round!

    Admission ticket free
  • Brin's Mesa Trail (Pass by)

    View Ship Rock, the Fin, and a beautiful canyon full of rock pillars and seasonal waterfalls.

    Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Thunder Mountain Trailhead

    View Coffee Pot Rock, Soldiers Pass, the Mitten, and Sphinx Rock.

    Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Devil's Bridge Trail

    View this natural bridge from the air which is one of the most popular hikes in the area.

    Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Seven Canyons

    See the Seven Canyons golf course as we fly by.

    Admission ticket free
  • Secret Mountain Trail (Pass by)

    Fly through Secret Canyon and by Secret Mountain. This part of the tour takes us deep into the wilderness area that is only reachable by extensive hiking. We also fly over Bear Sign Canyon along the way providing one of the best panoramas in the entire area! Enjoy this pristine wildlife and wilderness area from the comfort of the helicopter!

    Admission ticket free
  • Boynton Canyon Trail (Pass by)

    We dive down into Boyton Canyon which is one of the most beautiful canyons in the Sedona area. We are not the first people to appreciate this beauty as is evidenced by the many Sinagua Cliff dwellings that we fly by!

    Admission ticket free
  • Long Canyon Trail (Pass by)

    Right next to Boyton Canyon is Long Canyon where the beauty continues! These two canyons are some of the highlights of the trip. We will take you past even more of the Sinagua Cliff dwellings as we fly through!

    Admission ticket free
  • Mescal Trail (Pass by)

    Fly by Mescal Mesa which is another popular hiking spot. Along one side of this mesa is the Birthing Cave which has become another popular hike.

    Admission ticket free
  • Doe Mountain Trail (Pass by)

    Fly by Doe Mountain which is a great hike especially in the afternoon. Many people enjoy the view of the Sedona Red Rocks from this vantage point as it provides a spectacular panorama!

    Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Lower Chimney Rock Trail

    Watch as Chimney Rock turns into the 3 fingers as we change perspectives.

    Admission ticket free
  • Sedona Airport Scenic Overlook (Pass by)

    Spectacular views as we fly over Schuerman Mountain on our way back to the airport. Since we are in the air at this point you will have a full view of all of the Red Rocks around Sedona. Views that you can't see from the ground. This includes views of the Cathedral, Bell Rock, Schnebly Hill, Ship Rock, Coffe Pot Rock, and Thunder Mountain!

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Do not fly if you are sick
Supplied by Apex Air Tours

Tags

Extreme Sports
Helicopter Tours
Small Group
Excellent Quality
Adventure Tours
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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