Sarasota Downtown Helicopter Tour

The Sarasota Downtown Tour offers a smooth, scenic lift-off from Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport, immediately carrying you over some of the area’s most beautiful bayfront homes and along the iconic John Ringling Causeway. As the helicopter climbs, the city opens up beneath you — Downtown Sarasota, Bayfront Park, the marina, and the shimmering expanse of Sarasota Bay all come into view from just above the skyline.

Your flight then curves around Bird Key, revealing its luxury estates and the vivid turquoise waterways that surround the island. From there, you’ll continue toward St. Armands Circle, taking in its perfectly round layout from above, before gliding along the white-sand shoreline of Lido Key, where the Gulf of Mexico meets crystal-clear water.

Whether you’re celebrating a special moment or simply exploring Sarasota from a new angle, this tour delivers a breathtaking blend of coastal beauty and urban energy.

• Scenic flight over Sarasota’s most iconic coastal districts Follow the shoreline past luxury homes, turquoise channels, and the sparkling bayfront.

• Panoramic views of Downtown Sarasota from just above rooftop level See Bayfront Park, the marina, and the John Ringling Causeway from a dramatic new perspective.

• Aerial look at Bird Key, St. Armands Circle, and Lido Key Capture the perfect overhead view of Sarasota’s most recognizable island communities.

• Ideal for guests seeking an unforgettable adventure More coastline, more landmarks, and more photo opportunities packed into a 20-minute flight.

• Remove Aircraft Doors For an even better and more spectacular unobstructed birds-eye view, you can have the aircraft doors removed.

• Add Champagne Chilled champagne to celebrate milestones or elevate your adventure with a touch of luxury.

• Romantic Package A full rose bouquet, premium chocolates, champagne for two, and romantic music in the sky. The perfect setup for anniversaries, proposals, or the surprise they’ll talk about forever.

• Additional Flight Time Extend your adventure with extra flight time to include Florida’s #1 Beaches. Stunning aerial views of Longboat, Lido, and Siesta Key – with chances to spot dolphins and manatees along the way.

• Check-In Details
  Please arrive 15–20 minutes prior to departure to complete the flight manifest and release of liability form.
• What to Bring
  Valid photo ID or passport
  Camera with a safety lanyard (required if bringing a camera onboard)
• Special Requirements
  All Ages welcome; Kids 24+ months require a ticket. Toddlers >23 months may sit on a parent’s lap at no charge.
• Restrictions
  The Maximum weight per seat is 300 pounds.
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  The MAXIMUM COMBINED weight for all passengers is 575 pounds.
  Passengers will be weighed before each flight. We cannot fly when weight restrictions are exceeded. If over maximum weight, please call for options.