Take a Helicopter Flight Over the Canyons
See the red rock landscapes, winding rivers, and towering arches of Canyonlands from a thrilling bird’s-eye view. Choose from short scenic loops or the signature Edge of Canyonlands 45-minute flight for the ultimate aerial adventure.
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$229 USD
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Age 4+
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20–60 Minutes
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Canyonlands, Utah
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Moab
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- Dead Horse Point Overlook
- Thelma & Louise Point
- Island in the Sky Views
- Needles District Scenic Flight
- Kane Creek Canyon Flyover
- Behind the Rocks Formations
- Picture Frame Arch Flyover
- Corona Arch From Above
- Expert Pilot Narration
- Photography-Friendly Windows
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- Professional pilot-guide • helicopter flight • headsets for narration • safety briefing
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- Closed-toe shoes • sunglasses • sunscreen • layered clothing • camera
Canyonlands Helicopter Tours Features
Scenic Canyon Views
Lift off above deep sandstone chasms where the Colorado River carves its serpentine path through time. As you gain altitude, layers of crimson and gold unfold below—vast, silent, and endlessly photogenic. Every turn reveals another canyon vista sculpted by nature’s patient hand.
Arches & Landmarks
Your pilot brings you close to Moab’s most famous arches and landmarks—Corona Arch, Picture Frame Arch, and Dead Horse Point among them. Seen from above, these natural monuments seem to float in a sea of desert color, glowing against the wide Utah sky.
Edge of Canyonlands Tour
For the ultimate experience, extend your flight to the 45-minute Edge of Canyonlands route. Glide over Needles, Island in the Sky, and Kane Creek Canyon as the helicopter dips and rises along cliff edges. It’s a rare, exhilarating view of Utah’s wild heart that few ever witness.
Canyonlands Helicopter Tours Details
- Highlights
- Description
- Itinerary
- Price & Availability
- Food & Drink
- Instructions
- Restrictions
- Transportation
Highlights
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Dead Horse Point
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Colorado River Vista
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Island in the Sky
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Needles District
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Kane Creek Canyon
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Behind the Rocks
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Picture Frame Arch
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Corona Arch
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Expert Pilot Guides
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Small Group Flights
Description
Depart from the Moab airport after check-in and safety briefing. Short 20-minute flights highlight Dead Horse Point and the Colorado River corridor. The 45-minute Edge of Canyonlands route adds the Needles, Island in the Sky, Kane Creek Canyon, and arch formations, while the full 60-minute option covers every major viewpoint. Return to Moab airport after a once-in-a-lifetime flight across Utah’s canyon country.
Itinerary
9:00 AM – Check-in and safety briefing at Moab airport
9:30 AM – Take off over Dead Horse Point and the Colorado River
9:45 AM – Pass Thelma & Louise Point and Island in the Sky
10:00 AM – Fly above Needles District and Kane Creek Canyon
10:15 AM – See Picture Frame Arch and Corona Arch
10:25 AM – Return to Moab
10:30 AM – Land and disembark
Price & Availability
From $229 per person for 20–30-minute flights; Edge of Canyonlands 45-minute route $499 per person (min 2 passengers). Flights operate seasonally with morning departures recommended for best light.
Food & Drink
No food or drink included.
Instructions
Check in 30 minutes before flight at Moab airport; passengers weighed at check-in.
Restrictions
Minimum age 4; max passenger weight 300 lbs; not wheelchair accessible.
Transportation
Transportation not included.
Frequently Asked Questions
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