1000 Islands Helicopter Tour

Enjoy a scenic helicopter tour over the 1000 Islands.

Your spectacular scenic tour flight begins as you depart from Gananoque's 1000 Islands Heliport in a Robinson R44 helicopter. Once you take off, your pilot will introduce you to the unspoiled splendor and beauty of the St. Lawrence Parks, the Ivy Lea Bridge and the Town of Gananoque.

Take in the stunning views of the private island homes, unseen from the water or roadways. You will leave feeling inspired and amazed with the picturesque scenery.

10-minute tour:

• Town of Gananoque
• Wolfe Island and the Wind Turbines
• Admiralty and Navy Group of Islands
• Howe Island and the Ferry
• 1000 Islands Tower
• 1000 Islands Ivy Lea Bridge

20 minute Boldt Castle Tour:

• Everything in the 10-minute tour plus…
• American Span and Ivy Lea Bridges
• Millionaire’s Row
• 1000 Islands Parkway
• Manhattan Group of Islands
• Boldt Castle – Alexandria Bay

30 Minute 2 Castle Tour:

• Everything in the 20-minute 2 Castle tour plus…
• Pentland and F.A.Georger Shipwrecks
• The Sisters Lighthouse
• Shipping Channel and Freighters
• Boldt and Singer Castles

When: Available year-round with daily departures

Need to know:

• Minimum of 2 passengers is required.
• Maximum number of passengers is three passengers.
• Passengers must weigh less than 275 lbs each.
• There is no age restriction, however it is required that all children 2 and over be in their own designated seat and seatbelt.
• All flight times are approximate and subject to change due to weather conditions and weight restrictions.

Whether you live in Gananoque or you’re visiting Kingston for the first time, this scenic 1000 Island Helicopter Tour is one of the best things to do in Kingston and Gananoque. It's a wonderful gift idea for a birthday, Mother's Day, Father's Day or Christmas!

This helicopter tour takes place at Gananoque, Ontario.    VIEW MAP

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CANADIAN SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE! 
The 1000 Islands Helicopter Tour 30-minute 2 Castle Tour experience has been officially designated as part of the Signature Experiences Collection® by the Canadian Tourism Commission.  The CTC believes that this esteemed group of selectees exemplify “once-in-a-lifetime travel experiences...and show the world what Canada’s tourism brand is all about”.