Private helicopter flight in San Francisco

Private helicopter tour in San Francisco – Bay and iconic landmarks flight

This private helicopter tour in San Francisco allows you to discover the bay and the city’s main landmarks from the air during a flight of about thirty minutes departing from Mill Valley Heliport, the starting point for the flights. Once on site, a FAA-certified pilot welcomes you, presents the aircraft, and explains the flight sequence before boarding a Robinson R44, a four-seat light helicopter widely used for sightseeing flights thanks to its stability, maneuverability, and glass cabin offering excellent visibility. Its size allows precise overflight of the bay and San Francisco’s iconic sites while ensuring a smooth and comfortable flight for passengers.

Takeoff is made toward the bay to provide a first overall view of the coastline; the flight then follows the coastal areas around Sausalito, a village known for its waterfront, before heading toward the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, where cliffs, beaches, and trails of the area are visible. The pass near the Golden Gate Bridge allows observation of the structure from different angles, depending on visibility conditions and air traffic.

Flight over the coastline, downtown San Francisco, and Alcatraz

The route also includes an overflight of Baker Beach, Point Bonita Lighthouse, and Ocean Beach before moving inland. The pilot flies over Golden Gate Park, Crissy Field, and then downtown San Francisco, with views of Oracle Park, Chase Center, and the surrounding neighborhoods. The flight continues with a pass around Alcatraz Island, offering clear views of the famous Alcatraz prison and the bay. Each route is adjusted on the day of the flight according to weather conditions to ensure the best possible experience.

The pilot provides commentary throughout the flight, accompanied by music in the cabin. The experience is operated as a private flight, allowing the pace and explanations to be adapted to the passengers before returning to Mill Valley, which marks the end of this helicopter tour in San Francisco.