Secret Wilderness (45+ Mile) - Sedona Helicopter Tour

This helicopter tour covers over 45 miles and shows off all of the famous rock formations and takes you deep into several canyons in the Sedona area! We will take a meandering course by Cathedral Rock, Bell Rock, the Praying Hands, Snoopy Rock, Schnebly Hill Road, Steam Boat Rock, Thunder Mountain, and the Seven Canyons Golf Course. Then well fly through Bear Sign Canyon, Secret Canyon, Gunsight Pass, Boynton Canyon, and Long Canyon showing off the ancient Sinagua Cliff Dwellings. On the way back to Sedona we will fly by Boynton Vortex, Cox Comb, Chimney Rock, and more! This tour is highly recommended because of the great detail and the wonderful pace.

1. 1

   Sedona Airport Scenic Overlook

   Pass by

   Enjoy the view over the overlook as we take off and land from the airport. There will be views of Thunder Mountain, Coffee Pot Rock, Ship Rock, The Mitten, The Sphinx, and more!

2. 2

   Red Rock State Park

   Pass by

   Fly by Red Rock State Park with views of Oak Creek, Schuerman Mountain, and Pyramid Rock

3. 3

   Cathedral Rock

   Pass by

   Fly by eye-level with the top of Cathedral Rock for an amazing view only available from the air. As we round Cathedral Rock you will be able to see the Chapel of the Holy Cross, and the Praying Hands as well!

4. 4

   Chapel of the Holy Cross

   Pass by

   Views of the Chapel of the Holy Cross and the Praying Hands!

5. 5

   Bell Rock

   1 min

   Views of Bell Rock which is one of the most popular hiking spots in the Sedona area.

6. 6

   Broken Arrow Trail

   1 min

   Fly over the Broken Arrow Trail showing off the Praying Hands, Chicken Point, and Submarine Rock.

7. 7

   Courthouse Butte Loop Trail

   Pass by

   Fly by Courthouse Butte which is over 1000ft tall! This attracts rock climbers and base jumpers!

8. 8

   Schnebly Hill Road

   Pass by

   Snoopy Rock, the Tea Kettle, Eagle Rock, and the Cowpies are viewable as we fly by!

9. 9

   Grasshopper Point Picnic Area

   Pass by

   Fly by Grasshopper Point. This is a popular swimming spot and is viewable as we fly above!

10. 10

    Stop 10

    Pass by

    See Midgely Bridge from the air! This bridge is a beautiful arch and a significant landmark in the area.

11. 11

    Wilson Mountain Trail

    Pass by

    Wilson Mountain is one of the hardest hikes in the area and you will enjoy views of Steamboat Rock, Ship Rock, and Oak Creek Canyon as we fly by

12. 12

    Oak Creek Canyon

    Pass by

    Fly by the mouth of Oak Creek Canyon. This canyon is the canyon from which flows the famous Oak Creek which is a spring-fed creek that runs year-round!

13. 13

    Brin's Mesa Trail

    Pass by

    View Ship Rock, the Fin, and a beautiful canyon full of rock pillars and seasonal waterfalls.

14. 14

    Thunder Mountain Trailhead

    View Coffee Pot Rock, Soldiers Pass, the Mitten, and Sphinx Rock.

15. 15

    Devil's Bridge Trail

    View this natural bridge from the air which is one of the most popular hikes in the area.

16. 16

    Seven Canyons

    See the Seven Canyons golf course as we fly by.

17. 17

    Secret Mountain Trail

    Pass by

    Fly through Secret Canyon and by Secret Mountain. This part of the tour takes us deep into the wilderness area that is only reachable by extensive hiking. We also fly over Bear Sign Canyon along the way providing one of the best panoramas in the entire area! Enjoy this pristine wildlife and wilderness area from the comfort of the helicopter!

18. 18

    Boynton Canyon Trail

    Pass by

    We dive down into Boyton Canyon which is one of the most beautiful canyons in the Sedona area. We are not the first people to appreciate this beauty as is evidenced by the many Sinagua Cliff dwellings that we fly by!

19. 19

    Long Canyon Trail

    Pass by

    Right next to Boyton Canyon is Long Canyon where the beauty continues! These two canyons are some of the highlights of the trip. We will take you past even more of the Sinagua Cliff dwellings as we fly through!

20. 20

    Mescal Trail

    Pass by

    Fly by Mescal Mesa which is another popular hiking spot. Along one side of this mesa is the Birthing Cave which has become another popular hike.

21. 21

    Doe Mountain Trail

    Pass by

    Fly by Doe Mountain which is a great hike especially in the afternoon. Many people enjoy the view of the Sedona Red Rocks from this vantage point as it provides a spectacular panorama!

22. 22

    Lower Chimney Rock Trail

    Watch as Chimney Rock turns into the 3 fingers as we change perspectives.

23. 23

    Sedona Airport Scenic Overlook

    Pass by

    Spectacular views as we fly over Schuerman Mountain on our way back to the airport. Since we are in the air at this point you will have a full view of all of the Red Rocks around Sedona. Views that you can't see from the ground. This includes views of the Cathedral, Bell Rock, Schnebly Hill, Ship Rock, Coffe Pot Rock, and Thunder Mountain!

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Do not fly if you are sick

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.