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West Shore · Lake Tahoe, CA/NV

Emerald Bay Helicopter Tour of Lake Tahoe

4.8 (234 reviews)· 10–12 minutes· by Tahoe Helicopters

Overview

Weight limits apply: Maximum per-passenger weight is 250lbs. Maximum weight of all passengers combined must not exceed 500lbs.

Passenger weights must be accurately provided at time of booking. Groups reaching a combined weight of 500 lbs will be subject to a weight check upon arrival for their flight. Any individual weighing 300 lbs or more will not be permitted to fly per the limitations of the aircraft. Any cancellation of a planned flight due to weights exceeding the maximum allowable aircraft weight (individual or combined) will be charged at full price.

Showcasing beautiful Fallen Leaf lake, Cascade Lake, Taylor Creek, and Pope Beach, this tour heads to breathtaking Emerald Bay. Surrounded by granite cathedrals and fed by Eagle falls, the lake's only true bay is named for its emerald green waters.

  • 10–12 minutes
  • Free cancellation (see policy below)
  • Private tour

What's included

  • Noise reducing headsets
  • Live commentary on board
  • Helicopter tour of Emerald Bay
  • Gratuities

What you'll see

  1. Emerald Bay State Park (passing by)

    Head to the Lake Tahoe Airport where parking is free in the upper lot. Enter the terminal building to find our office on the left inside the main lobby. After meeting your pilot, take part in a short safety briefing prior to heading out to the ramp to board your aircraft.

Meeting point

Inside the main lobby of the Lake Tahoe Airport

Good to know

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Maximum weight per person is 250 pounds (113kg)
  • Wheelchair accessible, please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required. Please call tour operator prior to flight to arrange this. A full refund will be given if disability cannot be accommodated.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Maximum combined passenger weight is 500lbs per flight and strictly enforced

Cancellation policy

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

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