Island Explorer Tour in Hilton Head Island, SC

Hilton Head Helicopter38 Gateway CircleHilton Head Island, SC 29926
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About Island Explorer Helicopter Tour

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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walterruh2002
"Anniversary memories"
TripAdvisor user rating 5.0 out of 5
Reviewed October 07, 2025 NEW
We wanted to do something fun on our anniversary and this was worth every penny. We did the HH eco trip and flew for 30+ minutes. My wife and I had a great pilot. His name was Blake and he did a great job. If you’ve never been in a helicopter or you have, then this is a trip worth taking while at Hilton Head. We had a great time and great experience. The whole team at this business were very kind.
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G3872HEedg
"Anniversary Day fun"
TripAdvisor user rating 5.0 out of 5
Reviewed September 19, 2025 NEW
Great time excellent pilot Dave made the day !!! Learned all about Hilton Head Island and the history of the area!!! Would recommend to anyone.
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wbetbonnell
"Awesome experience!"
TripAdvisor user rating 5.0 out of 5
Reviewed September 11, 2025
This was SO awesome!!! It was my first time ever flying and I was terrified to go, but my kids talked me into it! The guys there were so personable and nice and made me feel so comfortable! David was our pilot and was excellent! He flew very conservatively for my sake! This was a great experience and I'm so glad I went!!!
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N3300RNteresaf
"It was amazing."
TripAdvisor user rating 5.0 out of 5
Reviewed September 04, 2025
Had my first helicopter ride of my life. It was amazing!!! David and Blake are awesome at make you feel comfortable and safe. If you have the chance to book a trip you won’t regret it.
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rosemariea851
"Helicopter Hilton Head Island ❤️"
TripAdvisor user rating 5.0 out of 5
Reviewed August 12, 2025
Great experience. David was a great pilot. Everyone was friendly and informative. I would definitely do it again. Very enjoyable
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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.