Royal Gorge Helicopter Tours
About This Tour
Royal Gorge Helicopters prides itself in being the only local helicopter excursion company in the Royal Gorge area. A helicopter tour over the Royal Gorge in Colorado offers breathtaking views of one of the most stunning natural wonders in the U.S. Fly over the 1,250-foot-deep Royal Gorge, carved by the Arkansas River over millions of years.
Witness the dramatic rock walls and rugged terrain from a unique aerial perspective. Get an incredible bird's-eye view of the Royal Gorge Bridge — one of the highest suspension bridges in the world, towering 955 feet above the river. Spot the historic train winding through the canyon along the riverbanks, a stunning sight from above. Keep an eye out for bighorn sheep, elk, and soaring eagles over the rocky cliffs and forests.
Fly past rolling hills, rugged cliffs, and the beautiful Colorado landscape stretching into the distance. Royal Gorge Helicopters is owned and operated by two owners with over 60 years of combined experience in aerial tourism. Our sister companies fly in the Black Hills of South Dakota around Mt. Rushmore, Crazy Horse, and the Badlands.
Highlights
Bridge Runs — $69 per person, 5–6 minutes
Canyon Runs — $120 per person, 8–10 minutes
River Runs — $165 per person, 13–15 minutes
Big Horn Canyon Runs — $249 per person, 23–25 minutes
Pikes Peak & Royal Gorge Runs — $1,500, 50–60 minutes
Helicopter holds up to 4 passengers per flight
Go-Pro 360 cameras available to rent — SD card & software link included
Phones & cameras welcome; no flash photography on board
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Good to know
Seasonal availability
Tours run year-round, with limited availability in winter. During the off-season, availability is 'call to book.' Click Book Now to check current openings.
Private vs. semi-private
Groups of 3 or 4 fly privately. Groups of 2 may share the aircraft with another couple. Choose the 'Private' upgrade when booking to reserve the flight just for your group — a small surcharge guarantees the experience all to yourselves.
Photography
Bring your smartphone or camera — photos and video are strongly encouraged! The only rule: no flash photography on board, to protect the pilot.
Go-Pro 360 camera rental
Capture your entire flight in 360°. Rent a Go-Pro 360 camera for a small fee and receive the SD card plus a software link to view the footage. Highly recommended!
Helicopter holds 4 passengers per flight. Children of all ages are welcome.
Tour Options
All tours are scenic and accommodate most ages and experience levels.
Bridge Runs
$69 per person · 5–6 minutes Soar directly over the iconic Royal Gorge Bridge — one of the highest suspension bridges in the world at 955 feet above the Arkansas River. A perfect introduction to the gorge from the sky.
Canyon Runs
$120 per person · 8–10 minutes Fly the full length of the Royal Gorge canyon, taking in the dramatic 1,250-foot rock walls carved by the Arkansas River over millions of years.
River Runs
$165 per person · 13–15 minutes Follow the Arkansas River through the gorge and beyond. Spot rafters, the historic railroad, and spectacular canyon terrain from a bird's-eye view.
Big Horn Canyon Runs
$249 per person · 23–25 minutes Our most popular extended flight. Cover the full gorge and surrounding canyon country — watch for bighorn sheep, elk, and soaring eagles along the rocky cliffs and forests.
Pikes Peak & Royal Gorge
$1,500 · 50–60 minutes The ultimate Colorado aerial adventure. Fly over the Royal Gorge AND Pikes Peak (14,115 ft) in one spectacular journey — a once-in-a-lifetime experience for groups of up to 4.
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