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Old Town Bluffton Helicopter Tour in Hilton Head Island, SC

Hilton Head Helicopter • 38 Gateway Circle • Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

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About Old Town Bluffton Helicopter Tour

Overview

View Hilton Head by helicopter in one of the best tours out there. Fly over Pinckney Island wildlife refuge to the Bluffton Historic District. Orbit the Church of the Cross before flying along the May River, and more. Have your camera on hand for photo ops of the Harbour Town Lighthouse and a range of wildlife you may spot, such as bald eagles, dolphins, and turtles.

up to 0.4 hrs 1 or more people

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Scenic aerial views of Old Town Bluffton, the May River and its surrounding landscapes, and more.
Spot a range of wildlife such as hawks, bald eagles, dolphins, and sea turtles.
Conducted by a knowledgeable pilot guide.
An ideal helicopter tour for couples, friends, and families.
The tour lasts approximately 25 minutes and covers a distance 35 miles.
Up to 3 passengers per helicopter. Larger groups will be split into multiple flights back to back.
Bring your camera or smartphone for breathtaking aerial photos. The tour provides unique photo opportunities.
Tours have a max per seat weight limit of 300lbs, or 600lbs total per helicopter.

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Description

The Old Town Bluffton Helicopter Tour covers approximately 35 miles across the Lowcountry’s most iconic landmarks. The journey begins with aerial views of Pinckney Island, where bald eagles and hawks are often seen, before continuing toward Bluffton’s Historic District for a close orbit around the well-known Church of the Cross.

The flight then follows the scenic May River, offering expansive views of Palmetto Bluff, before heading to the famous Harbour Town Lighthouse—Hilton Head’s most recognizable landmark. The return route traces the island’s coastline, showcasing panoramic beach views and opportunities to spot marine wildlife such as dolphins and sea turtles.

Departing from Hilton Head Island Airport, this approximately 25-minute experience takes place in an air-conditioned helicopter and accommodates up to three passengers per flight. Guests enjoy live pilot narration through headsets, providing insight into the region’s history, natural landscapes, and notable sights.

This tour is perfect for history enthusiasts, nature lovers, families, and anyone looking to capture stunning aerial views of South Carolina’s Lowcountry. Guests are encouraged to bring a camera and arrive early for check-in and a pre-flight safety briefing.

Old Town Bluffton Helicopter Tour Reviews

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898darcyd

"Awesome way to see the island!!"

Reviewed April 10, 2026 NEW

This helicopter experience is AWESOME! Blake was so professional and showed us all the great landmarks- an awesome island tour. We happened to catch a small pod of dolphins too. Highly recommend!

O3597KMvirginiam

"Great experience! Worth it!"

Reviewed April 09, 2026 NEW

We went as a family of 4 so we had to split up. My oldest and husband did the longer Beach bum tour and my youngest and I did the tour to Coligny plaza and back. Both were amazing! I would do the longer tour again because it goes by so fast. Blake was a great pilot and we felt very comfortable with him at the helm. He talked us through all the steps along the way. Thank you for a great first time in a helicopter. We would highly recommend this as a must do on Hilton head island!

A9451UFivys

"Go during golden hour!"

Reviewed February 09, 2026

David took us up for a quick sunset flight at 5pm and the views combined with the golden hour light was *chefs kiss* Great vibes!

ryonf82

"Would do this again but a longer trip."

Reviewed November 26, 2025

Dave our pilot was extremely nice, my first flight in a helicopter was wonderful. Front desk guy was warm and made you feel comfortable before flight. The little jokes before the flight was wonderful. There company shirt about don’t scream was funny and lightened the mood. Great experience 10 out of 10. Take off was smoothe, landing was smooth.

LeslieH575

Virginia Beach, Virginia

"Wonderful experience"

Reviewed November 23, 2025

Beautiful ride with Blake this morning. We did the “Ultimate Adventure” tour which goes around HHI and over to Daufuskie Island. We were able to see dolphins 🐬 in the ocean in addition to beautiful views. Blake was a great pilot and knew history about the island. Definitely want to do it again!

Old Town Bluffton Helicopter Tour is located at Hilton Head Helicopter • 38 Gateway Circle • Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

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Frequently Asked Questions about Old Town Bluffton 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. They 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 taking pictures. 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?

Passengers will be weighed at check-in. Each seat has a 300lbs weight limit, total weight for all passengers cannot exceed 600 lbs.

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.