Fly above Topanga Canyon and the coast on a 35-minute helicopter tour
35 minutes
Helicopter tour, Pilot narration
Explore the Santa Monica Mountains, Topanga Canyon, and the Los Angeles coastline on a 35-minute helicopter flight departing from Van Nuys Airport. Fly past Malibu and Pacific Palisades, with aerial views of Santa Monica Pier and Venice Beach.
You must bring the physical credit card used to book and matching valid photo identification for check-in. Weight limits apply (max 285 lbs per person; max 575 lbs combined group), and the pilot may refuse service for safety. Flight times and routes may change due to weather, air traffic control, or temporary flight restrictions.
Change or cancel up to 24 hours before. Under 24 hours: 50% cancellation fee. No-shows: 100% fee. Late arrivals of 15+ minutes: 50% fee. Full refund if the operator cancels due to adverse weather, if you cannot reschedule.
Product ID: R3MCNZ
Bring the physical credit card you used to book and valid, unexpired photo identification (such as a driver license, state-issued ID, or passport). The credit card name must match the booking contact name.
Weight limits apply: maximum 285 lbs per person (per seat) and 575 lbs maximum combined group weight. The pilot can refuse service for safety.
Wear appropriate clothing for current weather conditions (layers recommended) and closed-toe shoes with rubber soles (such as sneakers). Bring sunglasses and a camera or fully charged phone/tablet.
16425 Hart Street Van Nuys, CA 91406
Peter and Claudia are clearly the heart of this helicopter tour operation, and the reviews speak for themselves. Across dozens of flights covering LA's coastline, canyons, and Hollywood landmarks, guests consistently highlight Peter's skill as a pilot and his genuine enthusiasm for sharing the city from above. He's known for going off-script when passengers want to see something specific, and Claudia's warm welcome on the ground helps ease first-time fliers before they even board. The tours themselves range from quick city overviews to longer coastal and canyon experiences, with the sunset Hollywood and beaches route earning particular praise. Several guests have used the flights for proposals and anniversaries, and Peter's willingness to help make those moments special comes up more than once. One reviewer noted a minor fit issue for taller passengers, though it was easily resolved by seating them up front. The only real outlier in the reviews is a single complaint about noise and customer service, which reads as an isolated experience rather than a reflection of the overall operation. If you're visiting LA and want a genuinely memorable way to see the city, this is a strong choice with a track record that's hard to argue with.
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