Gold Mine Jeep & Helicopter Tour in Tonto National Forest
Private Jeep ride, helicopter flight, and gold mine visit in Tonto National Forest
Duration
3 ½ Hours
Ideal For
3+ people
Includes
Jeep tour, helicopter flight
Highlights
Ride a custom Jeep into the Upper Sonoran Desert of Tonto National Forest, then take a helicopter flight and tour a historic gold mine site. This private experience is exclusive to your party and includes photo stops and guided narration.
- Depart from the Carefree Sundial and ride a custom Jeep Gladiator off-road
- Crawl through Rackensack Canyon and climb toward 4,500-foot views
- Pause at the Mountain Top Studio/Gift Shop with patio time
- Fly for about 30 minutes in a Robinson R44 Raven II helicopter (up to 3 passengers)
- Explore Hohokam ruins and view Bartlett Lake, the Verde River, and Horse Shoe Reservoir
- Enter the Ft. Worth Gold Mine and learn about 1800s hard-rock mining methods
What's Included
- Private tour for your party
- Jeep transportation
- Helicopter flight
- Narrated guide
- Complimentary refreshments
Things to know
Minimum of 3 people. Helicopter limits: 300 lb per seat and 550 lb maximum combined weight per flight; up to 3 passengers per flight.
Cancellation Policy
Private tours require a 50% non-refundable deposit at booking, with the non-refundable balance due 2 weeks prior to the tour date. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
Product ID: 695G67
FAQs
You need a minimum of 3 people in your party. The helicopter seats up to 3 passengers per flight and has limits of 300 lb per seat and 550 lb maximum combined weight per flight.
Arrive at the departure location 15 minutes before your scheduled tour time.
Wear closed-toe shoes and comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing. Temperatures can be cooler at 4,500 feet, so bring a jacket in fall and winter.
Meeting details
Carefree Sundial