Helicopter Tour in Antigua
Experience Antigua from the sky with breathtaking aerial views of white-sand beaches, turquoise water, coral reefs, historic landmarks, hidden coves, and neighbouring Montserrat’s dramatic volcanic landscape.
Duration
Varies
Price
Price Varies
Best For
Photographers
Tour Type
Cruise Visitors
About This Tour
The Helicopter Tour in Antigua offers an unforgettable opportunity to experience the island from a completely different perspective. Fly above Antigua’s turquoise coastline, secluded beaches, historic harbours, coral reefs, green hills, luxury resorts, and famous landmarks while enjoying panoramic views that cannot be experienced from land or sea.
Guests can choose from three scenic helicopter experiences: a 15-minute Half-Island Tour, a 26-minute Full-Island Tour, or a 45-minute Montserrat Volcano Tour featuring aerial views of the active Soufrière Hills Volcano and the remains of Plymouth.
Whether you are visiting Antigua for the first time, arriving on a cruise ship, celebrating a honeymoon or anniversary, or searching for a once-in-a-lifetime Caribbean adventure, this Antigua helicopter tour delivers incredible scenery, memorable photography opportunities, and an exciting sightseeing experience.
Helicopter Tour in Antigua
The Helicopter Tour in Antigua gives guests a bird’s-eye view of the island’s famous coastline and natural beauty. Large viewing windows provide excellent visibility as your professional pilot points out Antigua’s best-known attractions, hidden beaches, historic sites, offshore islands, and surrounding Caribbean waters.
Half-Island Helicopter Tour
The approximately 15-minute Antigua Half-Island Helicopter Tour is ideal for cruise passengers and visitors with limited time. See popular landmarks such as St. John’s, English Harbour, Nelson’s Dockyard, Shirley Heights, Jolly Harbour, Cades Reef, and Fort James from the air.
Cost: US$340 per person
Full-Island Helicopter Tour
The approximately 26-minute Antigua Full-Island Helicopter Tour offers a more complete aerial tour of the island. Fly above Antigua’s coastline while viewing landmarks such as Devil’s Bridge, Half Moon Bay, Hell’s Gate Island, Jumby Bay, Prickly Pear Island, English Harbour, the Pillars of Hercules, and Cades Reef.
Cost: US$220 per person
Montserrat Volcano Helicopter Tour
The approximately 45-minute Montserrat Volcano Helicopter Tour takes you across the Caribbean Sea to neighbouring Montserrat. See the Soufrière Hills Volcano, volcanic flows, steam vents, ash-covered landscapes, buried villages, the remains of Plymouth, and other areas affected by volcanic activity.
Cost: US$135 per person
Enjoy Incredible Aerial Photography
Each helicopter tour offers exceptional opportunities to photograph Antigua’s white-sand beaches, coral reefs, turquoise lagoons, historic forts, tropical landscapes, yachts, offshore islands, harbours, and dramatic coastlines.
Tour Highlights
Scenic Boat ride along Antigua's Coastline
Explore the natural formation of Hell's Gate
Visit the Private Laviscount Island
Meet and feed giant Aldabra tortoises
Snorkel in crystal clear Caribbean waters
Learn about local wildlife & island history
Duration
6.5 Hours
Price
US$199.39 pp
What To Expect
Explore Hidden Island
Cruise to secluded spots surrounded by turqouise waters and stunning views.
Discover Laviscount Island
Relax on a private island with pristine beaches and loval stories to share.
Visit Hell's Gate Island
Walk along the rugged coast and see waves crash through natural limestone formations
Meet Giant Aldabra Tortoises
Get up close with these gently giants and learn about their unique habitat.