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Niagara Falls Canada Tour: Helicopter Ride and Skylon Tower Lunch

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Overview

Experience Niagara Falls from top to bottom on this activity-filled tour of the Canadian side of Niagara Falls.

Be wowed on an exciting helicopter ride; feel the power of the water on the Journey Behind the Falls; get up close to the thundering stream on a Voyage To The Falls Boat Tour (seasonal, operating Apr - November only, replaced with admission to Niagara's Fury and Butterfly Conservatory from December- April); and visit several viewpoints for various perspectives of the whole site.

Plus, have lunch at the Summit Suite atop the Skylon Tower! Our air conditioned mini-vans will allow for a comfortable experience with easy maneuverability around the area - getting to areas where other tours cannot reach.

For the 2023 season, the Voyage To The Falls Boat schedule is as follows:
May 6 - June 13 Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays 10am-6:20pm
June 17 - October 10 Daily 8:30am-8:30pm

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  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
  • Mobile ticket

What's included

Round-trip transport from the downtown Niagara Falls area

Professional guide

"Voyage To The Falls" (seasonal Apr-Nov, replaced with Niagara's Fury & Butterfly Conservatory

Lunch at Skylons Summit Suite Buffet

12-minute helicopter ride

Journey Behind The Falls

Gratuities

Central pick-up location parking fees ($5-$10 per day)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Please be ready and waiting at Skylon Parking Lot B, 5400 Robinson St. 15 mins before. There is a large, paid parking lot next to the Skylon Tower, where you can park your car (approx $5 - $10/day). The guide will meet you at the Robinson St. entrance of the parking lot.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Good to know

For the 2022 season, the Voyage To The Falls Boat schedule is as follows:
May 6 - June 13 Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays 10am-6:20pm
June 17 - October 10 Daily 8:30am-8:30pm

What to expect

  1. Dufferin Islands Park

    Explore 10 acres of paradise, where wooden footbridges connect small, secluded islands. You may be surprised at the wildlife you find in this popular escape, Niagara’s hidden secret.

  2. Journey Behind the Falls

    1 hour

    Descend 45 meters (150 ft.) by elevator, where a short tunnel gives access to two outdoor observation decks and two portals located directly behind the Falls. At Journey Behind the Falls, you will experience the awesome spectacle of one-fifth of the world’s fresh water crashing down to the basin below. During summer daylight hours, over 2,800 cubic meters of water thunders over the brink every second, travelling 65 kilometers per hour!

  3. Niagara Falls Canada

    30 min

    Located on the Niagara River, which drains Lake Erie into Lake Ontario, the combined falls have the highest flow rate of any waterfall in North America that has a vertical drop of more than 50 metres (160 ft). Feel the mist of the waterfall on your face as you walk right next to the most powerful waterfalls in North America.

  4. Niagara Helicopters Limited

    12 min

    From the sensation of lift-off, to the excitement of soaring above the turbulent rapids and cascading waterfalls, your Niagara Helicopters ride is a unique and spectacular experience. Your all-scenic flight gives you a thrilling view of Niagara’s natural and man-made wonders.

  5. Skylon Tower

    1 hour 30 min

    Getting Hungry? Step into the glass elevator up to the famous Revolving Dining Room at the Skylon Tower. With a view overlooking the falls, enjoy oven fresh baguettes, mixed garden salads, seafood salads, Roast Beef au Jus, fresh salmon, chicken, roast potatoes, fresh vegetables, fine cheese, fruit salads, cakes, pastries, and a whole lot more.

  6. Niagara City Cruises

    1 hour

    The 20-minute Voyage to the Falls boat tour that gets you as close as possible to the magnificent Niagara Falls. Journey past the American Falls, Bridal Veil Falls and into the heart of the Canadian Horseshoe Falls aboard Hornblower Niagara Cruises.

  7. Niagara Falls

    1 hour

    Your guide will take you on a driving tour of Niagara Falls where you will pass by multiple notable landmarks such as the Old Scow, the upper rapids and the hydro plants.

Cancellation Policy

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

Times are local to the experience (America/Toronto).

Additional Information

  • For the 2023 season, the Voyage To The Falls Boat schedule is as follows: May 6 - June 13 Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays 10am-6:20pm June 17 - November 27 Daily 8:30am-8:30pm
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Up to 15 travelers per booking

FAQs about Niagara Falls Canada Tour: Helicopter Ride and Skylon Tower Lunch

Can I cancel Niagara Falls Canada Tour: Helicopter Ride and Skylon Tower Lunch for free?

Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.

How long does it take?

It takes about 5–6 hours.

Where does it start, and is pickup offered?

Please be ready and waiting at Skylon Parking Lot B, 5400 Robinson St. 15 mins before. Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.

What's included?

  • Round-trip transport from the downtown Niagara Falls area
  • Professional guide
  • "Voyage To The Falls" (seasonal Apr-Nov, replaced with Niagara's Fury & Butterfly Conservatory
  • Lunch at Skylons Summit Suite Buffet
  • 12-minute helicopter ride
  • Journey Behind The Falls

What's not included?

  • Gratuities
  • Central pick-up location parking fees ($5-$10 per day)

Which places does it visit?

It visits Dufferin Islands Park, Journey Behind the Falls, Niagara Falls Canada, Niagara Helicopters Limited, Skylon Tower, Niagara City Cruises, Niagara Falls.

Which languages is it offered in?

It is offered in English.

Operated by Tripshepherd CAN

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