Santa Barbara touts one of the world's most stunning cities and coastlines, and on this narrated helicopter tour, you'll get to experience them. Soar over Mission Santa Barbara, UCSB, State Street, Stearns Wharf and the magnificent Santa Ynez Mountains and Los Padres National Forest. Catch views of Oprah Winfrey's mansion, the glamorous Four Seasons Biltmore Resort in Montecito and Channel Islands National Park, watching for dolphins and whales along the way. Choose a 25-minute coastal tour or an exclusive 15-minute city tour, not available anywhere else!
Head to the Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to board a state-of-the-art helicopter. Your expert pilot will take you to the skies for an amazing helicopter tour of Santa Barbara, providing commentary on the history, geography and points of interest of Santa Barbara County along the way.
As you soar along the pristine Pacific coast, enjoy aerial views of University of California Santa Barbara (UCSB) and the city of Goleta. Your pilot is skilled in spotting dolphins and whales, so have your camera ready!
Passing over Santa Barbara Harbor, capture postcard-worthy views of Santa Barbara Community College, Stearns Wharf, State Street and the mountains of Los Padres National Forest in the background.
Half-way through your helicopter flight, you'll soar above foothills and mountains for a full bird's-eye view of Santa Barbara County punctuated by Mission Santa Barbara and the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden. You may even get an aerial view of your hotel or resort!
You can ask your pilot to customize your trip with any requests. Ask to see Oprah Winfrey's house, the Clark Mansion and the Four Seasons Biltmore Resort in Montecito, and pass over several movie star homes. Continue over the Santa Barbara Polo Fields in Carpinteria on the way to Rincon Beach, a world-famous surf break as seen in the movie
Endless Summer. Enjoy a wonderful view of Channel Islands National Park as you make your way back to the airport.
Want a quick overview of Santa Barbara's sights from the air? Opt for the exclusive 15-minute flight that will show you the highlighted areas of Santa Barbara while saving you time and money. This exclusive tour is not available anywhere else!
Please note: All celebrity homes may not be seen on the 15-minute flight, upgrade to the 25-minute flight to see more!
Special Offer - Book and travel on an Early Afternoon departure by September 30, 2013 and save 5% on the recommended retail rate! - BOOK NOW!
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Individual passenger weights, including infants, MUST be advised at time of booking
- Due to comfort and weight / balance of the aircraft, passengers weighing over 275 lbs (125 kg). will be required to purchase an additional seat. This is payable directly to the tour operator on the day of the tour.
- Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels may be accommodated, provided the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them with boarding and disembarking the aircraft
- Infants are considered a 'lap child' if they are under the age of 2 and have proof of age, such as a passport or a copy of their birth certificate
- Celebrity homes may not be seen on the 15-minute flight, upgrade to the 25-minute flight to see more of Santa Barbara
- There are 2 passengers required per booking
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
Departure Date Daily Departure Time Departures are available from 10am to 7pm. Please advise of your preferred time in the Special Requirements field at check-out.
Please note: Your flight is not confirmed until you have confirmed your details directly with the local operator (contact details provided on your confirmation voucher). Tour Details 15-minute exclusive flight over Santa Barbara; flight departs from 10am to 12pm
