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New Orleans: City Lights Helicopter Night Tour

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About the activity

Experience the glittering lights of New Orleans as you fly above the city on this scenic private night tour. Enjoy hearing about the city as you fly over iconic landmarks like the French Quarter.

  • Free cancellation
    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
  • Instant confirmation & Mobile tickets
    Receive your ticket right away. Use your phone or print your voucher.
  • Private tour
    Avoid crowds with an exclusive experience. (depends on selected option)
  • Live guiding
    English
  • Duration
    10-20 minutes
  • Includes
    • Noise-canceling headsets
    • Tour narration by your pilot
    • Window seat for each passenger
    • On-site parking
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Digital photo package (available for purchase at $25)
    • Tips
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • Soar above the city as you take in the magical sight of New Orleans at night
  • Enjoy amazing views with every seat being a window seat
  • Listen to interesting facts about New Orleans from your pilot
  • Choose between two different flight lengths

Description

Marvel at the sparkling lights and unparalleled views of New Orleans by night as you soar overhead on a helicopter. Experience the tranquility of the night as you fly over the city that never sleeps. 
This helicopter night tour takes off from New Orleans Lakefront Airport, only 15 minutes from the French Quarter. Choose between two different flight lengths.
The 10-minute flight follows a 15-mile route that soars over the busy French Quarter. Experience the lights of Canal Street as well as the colorful Caesar's Superdome.
The extended 20-minute flight features a 30-mile route where you can enjoy more time flying over the city with time spent over Uptown and the Garden District to see sights like Tulane University, Loyola University, and Saint Charles Avenue.

Good to know before you go
  • There is a strict individual passenger weight limit of 295 pounds
  • The maximum combined weight of the entire group of 2-3 people is 575 pounds
  • All passengers will be weighed at check-in for the weight and balance of the helicopter
  • Flight cancellations due to weather or safety of flight reasons are eligible to reschedule or receive a full refund
  • A valid photo ID or passport is required
Meeting point

10-Minute Shared Flight

10-Minute Private Flight

20-Minute Shared Flight

20-Minute Private Flight

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the cancellation policy for this activity?
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
2. When will I receive the confirmation of my booking?
You will receive an email notification right after your successful payment. If you don't see it in your inbox, check your spam or junk mail folder. When the payment is completed you have the option to download your ticket directly.
3. What is a private tour?
Private tours offer more advantages and benefits than regular tours. You will have your own private guide for the duration of the tour. You can also customize the itinerary to your specific interests and needs.
4. Are mobile tickets enough or do I have to print them?
Tickets don't need to be printed. You can show your ticket from your smartphone as a PDF.
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