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Top Helicopter Tours In South Florida

Could there be a more exciting, mind-blowing way to spend the day than high above the ground in a helicopter? Those who have taken a helicopter tour of South Florida think not. From sparkling shorelines to towering skylines, you can soar over the sights and witness things you never imagined. Take flight and see South Florida from a whole new perspective.
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Bravo Helicopters

14532 S.W. 129th St.
Miami, FL 33186
(305) 905-5296
www.flybravohelicopters.com

Whether you want to see the Magic City of Miami or get a bird's eye view of the Florida Keys, you won't have to pay a small fortune to take off with Bravo. Rates are $99 per person and it will customize a flight experience just for you. Bravo has four different helicopters in its fleet from the luxurious Bell206L-3 Long Ranger to the intimate Robinson R22. Downtown, South Beach, Coconut Grove, The Everglades – whatever area you want to see, Bravo will show you in high style. Tours can range from 15 minutes to an hour. Take off is from Kendall-Tamiami Airport.

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Gray Line Miami

199 E. Flagler St., Suite 1120
Miami, FL 33131
(877) 643-1258
www.graylinemiami.com

As part of the world's largest tour operator, Gray Line Worldwide, you can choose from more than 35 different tours ranging from 30, 45 or 60 minutes of flight time. Depart from Tamiami Airport and soon you'll be flying over some of the most beautiful homes in the nation in the Gables, Coco Plum and Fisher Island. See the high-rises of downtown, the cruise ships in port, Key Biscayne's lighthouse and more. Some tours are wheelchair accessible and these tours are suitable for all ages. Tours are also given in English and Spanish.

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Millionaire's Concierge

1332 Bayview Drive, Suite 105
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
(954) 564-7074
www.millionaireconcierge.com

When you're looking for a dinner date adventure that you will never, ever forget, call Millionaire Concierge and book its private island lunch or dinner flight to the Florida Keys. You'll be whisked away on a Bell Jet helicopter and flown to the lower Florida Keys where you will partake in the ultimate dining experience on a private island three miles off shore. Dine beneath the palms with your feet in the sand overlooking the Atlantic. It's a dream made reality with just a phone call and a Long Ranger helicopter. Custom tours are also available. You ask and owner Doug Turner will provide.

Related: Top Flying Adventures In South Florida

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TourHelicopter.com

603 S.W. 77th Way
Pembroke Pines, FL 33023
(954) 605-8155
www.tourhelicopter.com

Book a flight and soar into the skies of South Florida with TourHelicopter.com. It offer 21 different private tours for you to choose from and prices range from $55 to $405 per person. Take off from the North Perry Airport and you can tour Miami, Hollywood, Fort Lauderdale, Coral Gables, Key Biscayne and many more. Fly over SunLife Stadium, Calder Race Track, the beaches or Viscaya, just call 954-Helicopter to make your appointment. There is a two-person minimum.

Related: Top Flying Adventures In South Florida

Jill Martin is a family travel expert, appearing on numerous television and radio shows. She spent five years as the VISIT FLORIDA Family Insider, has penned children's books, and is the creator of Sunshine Brain Games – trivia cards about Florida. A Miami native, Jill resides in Redland. Her work can be found on Examiner.com.

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