Ultimate Excursion

Overview
Ultimate Excursion
Santa Barbara, CA • All Ages • 25–30 Minutes • 60-Mile Flight • 2–3 Passengers
Our most popular scenic tour — the perfect way to capture Santa Barbara’s coastline, mountains, and lakes in one unforgettable helicopter experience.
Prices
- $266.43 – Passengers
Duration
- Flight time: 25–30 minutes
- Distance: 60 miles
Highlights
- Fly along the Santa Barbara coastline toward downtown
- Soar through the Santa Ynez Mountains
- See Lake Cachuma from above
- Pass iconic Lizard Mouth Rock and Ynez River canyon
- Panoramic views of beaches, mountains, and lakes
Full Description
The Ultimate Excursion brings you the best of Santa Barbara in a single flight. Start by cruising over the shoreline toward downtown, enjoying sweeping views of the Pacific. Then your pilot will guide you through the Santa Ynez mountain range, following the scenic river canyon toward Lake Cachuma.
As you glide past Lizard Mouth Rock and over dramatic ridgelines, you’ll enjoy unmatched aerial perspectives of the region’s beaches, mountains, lakes, and valleys. It’s the ideal tour for first-time flyers and returning visitors who want the full Santa Barbara experience.
What’s Included
- 25–30 minute helicopter flight
- Noise-canceling headsets
- Expert pilot narration
What to Bring
- Camera or phone for photos
- Comfortable shoes
- Dark clothing to reduce window reflections
Important Information
- Maximum passengers: 3
- Weight limit: 300 lbs per passenger (weighing required per FAA regulations)
- Lap children: Under 24 months ride free
- Shared flights: All seats may be filled unless a private charter is booked
- Arrival: Please arrive 15–30 minutes early for safety briefing
FAQs
- Do I need a reservation? Recommended but not required.
- What should I wear? Light or dark comfortable clothing (dark preferred for photos).
- Age limit? No age limit.
Tour Operator

Sky High Helicopters
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