Niagara Falls USA Premium Tour: Helicopter & Maid of the Mist

4.7
(68 reviews)

5 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

This fully guided 5-hour tour of Niagara Falls, NY is perfect for families with children. The tour covers all the highlights of the Falls and includes admission to the Maid of the Mist and the Cave of the Winds. Tour narration features an emphasis on storytelling and entertainment.
Tour includes:
- Trip aboard the Maid of the Mist to get up close and personal with the Falls (seasonal: May through October)
- Stop at the American Observation Tower
- Tour of the Cave of the Winds
- Helicopter Ride over the Falls (children under 40" are not permitted)
- Visit Goat Island where you'll take in amazing views of Horseshoe Falls, American Falls & Bridal Veil Falls
- Small, intimate group tour that consists of approximately 7 people
- Pick up and drop off at any location in downtown Niagara Falls, NY
- An energetic tour guide that can answer almost any question you have about the Majestic Falls and surrounding area

What's Included

Maid of the Mist
Cave of The Winds (Skip-The-Ticket-Line)
Luxury Mercedes Van
Helicopter Ride Over Niagara Falls
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We are happy to pick-up guests from any location within downtown Niagara Falls, NY, USA. If you are staying outside of our pick-up area we can recommend a central meeting location.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Cave of the Winds

    First, you will be given the opportunity to get as close as possible to Niagara Falls by taking part in the Cave of the Winds tour. An elevator will be waiting to take you into the Niagara Gorge where you will be sent on your way to explore wooden walkways with a tour guide. The walkways will get you as close to the falls as possible.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 2

    From there, you will head up to the American Observation Tower extending out over Niagara Gorge.

    30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Maid of the Mist

    Continue the tour with a truly amazing experience as you hop aboard the world-famous Maid of the Mist boat ride. Here you will venture to the base of the falls and feel the spray of the mist on your face – a once-in-a-lifetime experience! (Seasonal: May through October).

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 4

    You have seen the falls up close and personal, but next you will experience the mighty Niagara Falls from the opposite perspective - high-above - on a thrilling helicopter ride, where you will be treated to an aerial view of the majestic falls and surrounding areas from the air. *Note - infants are not permitted on the helicopters, there is a minimum height of 40 inches required to ride.

    45 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 5

    After a long day around the Niagara Falls, overlook the Horseshoe Falls.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Horseshoe Falls (Pass by)

    Overlook the Canadian Horseshoe Falls from Terrapin Point on Goat Island on the American side.

    Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Whirlpool State Park

    After your trip into the Niagara Gorge, your guide will introduce you to one of the world’s largest natural whirlpool rapids, formed nearly 4,200 years ago.

    30 minutes Admission ticket included

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
Supplied by See Sight Tours

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Tags

Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Half-day Tours
Helicopter Tours
Cultural Tours
Small Group
Viator Plus
Excellent Quality
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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