Island Explorer Tour in Hilton Head Island, SC

Hilton Head Helicopter38 Gateway CircleHilton Head Island, SC 29926
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Overview

See the Harbour Town Lighthouse, South Beach Marina, Shelter Cove Marina, Coligny Beach, and the Broad Creek Marshlands from the seat of a Hilton Head helicopter tour. Fly on a helicopter 700 feet over the beach waving at beachgoers and taking in an eagle’s view of the sights below. Be sure to have your camera ready for some amazing photo opportunities.

up to 0.2 hrs 1 or more people

Good To Know

  • A comprehensive overview of the island, covering a distance of about 30 miles (approximately 15 minutes).
  • See the Harbour Town Lighthouse, South Beach Marina, Shelter Cove Marina, Coligny Beach, and the Broad Creek Marshlands.
  • Up to 3 passengers per helicopter. Larger groups will be divided into multiple flights back to back.
  • Experience breathtaking views only seen by helicopter.
  • Learn about Hilton Head Island and its surrounding areas from your knowledgeable pilot.
  • Bring a camera or smartphone to capture stunning aerial photographs.
  • Tours have a max per seat weight limit of 300lbs, or 580lbs per helicopter.

Description

This breathtaking helicopter tour travels over Hilton Head Island and all the surrounding beaches. This is the perfect trip to see the Harbour Town Lighthouse, South Beach Marina, Shelter Cove Marina, Coligny Beach, and the Broad Creek Marshlands.

Wave to all the beachgoers as you travel right over the beach at 700 feet! It’s an amazing trip for the entire family!

Island Explorer Helicopter Tour Reviews

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Stereosisters
"Try it- you won’t regret it!"
TripAdvisor user rating 5.0 out of 5
Reviewed June 16, 2025 NEW
Hilton head island is gorgeous and even more so in the air! This was our third trip! The kids love it and so do we! Friendly staff, pilot and overall amazing experience!
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cicistanfield
"Tour with our kids"
TripAdvisor user rating 5.0 out of 5
Reviewed June 13, 2025 NEW
Blake, our pilot, was amazing! My husband and I took turns taking our two small boys for their first ever time in the air! The staff is absolutely incredible! Highly recommend and will be back again!! Thank you all for the best ever experience for our sons!
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bethenyg2025
"Fun experience highly recommend!"
TripAdvisor user rating 5.0 out of 5
Reviewed June 07, 2025 NEW
This was so fun. Easy check in and we could modify our trip at check in. Our pilot was super friendly and knowledgeable. He communicated well about take off and what to expect. He saw some dolphins so he circled around so we could see them. So neat to see the island from the air.
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Q9896GXsamt
"Clear and sunny sky"
TripAdvisor user rating 5.0 out of 5
Reviewed June 06, 2025 NEW
Clear & Sunny day low tide saw schools of fish chased by dolphins, perfect flying weather. David was an awesome pilot 10 outta 10
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jeeprydr
Delaware, Ohio
"Excellent!"
TripAdvisor user rating 5.0 out of 5
Reviewed June 05, 2025 NEW
Took my 8 year old son up and we had an amazing time. David was super cool and knew a lot. Would go again!
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Frequently Asked Questions about Island Explorer Helicopter Tour

Where does the tour depart from?

The tour departs from Hilton Head Helicopter Tours located in Hilton Head Island Airport at 38 Gateway Circle, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926.

Is it scary?

No! Most passengers are a bit nervous prior to taking off, but after flying around for a few minutes they soon realize there was no need to worry. Each flight is smooth and stable unlike that of a roller coaster or amusement ride. Hilton Head Helicopter Tours have flown passengers from 9 months to 90 years old!

Can a large group all fly at once?

Each helicopter can seat up to three passengers at a time. If you have more than three passengers, no problem. They can split larger groups into multiple flights back to back.

Can I bring my camera?

Passengers are encouraged to bring a camera and get ready to take some amazing pictures! Please note that you will be asked to wait until you are inside the helicopter to start shooting. This is to prevent people from walking around the helicopter while the blades are spinning, and the engine is running.

Is there a weight limit?

Yes, Federal Aviation Regulations require a maximum passenger weight of 300 lbs. per person or 580 lbs. per group.

Are helicopters safe?

The answer is most definitely yes! Statistically, helicopters are among the safest modes of transportation. Hilton Head Helicopter takes pride in only hiring experienced and safe pilots with proven safety records. They have acquired 23 years of experience with a flawless safety record.