Helicopter Experience in Tenerife

Take your Tenerife experience to new heights with an unforgettable helicopter flight over the island’s most spectacular landscapes. From golden coastlines and hidden ravines to dramatic volcanic terrain, this is the ultimate way to see Tenerife from a completely unique perspective. Whether it’s your first time or a special occasion, every moment in the air is truly breathtaking.

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Helicopter Experience in Tenerife

Have you ever wondered what it feels like to soar through the sky in a helicopter? Discover Tenerife from a completely new perspective with an unforgettable aerial experience above one of the most breathtaking islands in the Canary Islands.

Whether it’s your first time flying or a special occasion, this is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure you won’t forget.

Seeing Tenerife from the air is simply incomparable. From dramatic volcanic landscapes to stunning coastlines and hidden ravines, every flight offers panoramic views you just can’t experience from the ground.

With this helicopter tour, you won’t just see Tenerife, you’ll truly experience it!

Why Choose Tenerife First Excursions for booking this specific tour?

  • Booking with Tenerife First Excursions ensures you have an unparalleled experience. Our team boasts extensive local knowledge, guaranteeing you explore the finest spots in Tenerife with expert guidance.
  • We provide top-notch, well-maintained equipment, with a stellar five-star reputation and countless satisfied customers, you can trust us to deliver a memorable and high-quality adventure.
  • From booking to your actual excursion, we handle every detail, allowing you to relax and fully immerse yourself in the adventure. Choose Tenerife First Excursions for a seamless, enjoyable, and unforgettable experience.

 

Key Information

  • Maximum capacity: 4 passengers per helicopter
  • Location: Adeje Heliport (exact location sent after booking)
  • Transfers: Not included

Important Information

  • Passport required: All passengers must bring a valid passport on the day of the flight
  • Weight requirement: Each passenger must provide their weight in kg at the time of booking
  • Weight limit: 110 kg per passenger
    • If exceeded, an additional charge may apply
  • Weigh-in: All passengers will be weighed before the flight for safety reasons
  • Flight duration: May vary slightly depending on weather conditions
  • Children: Not recommended for children under 4 years old

The most important thing to note is that once we confirm your booking with the tour operator and send you all the details, the reservation cannot be rescheduled, canceled, or refunded. However, until confirmation (one week prior to your trip, or 48 hours before the flight, depending on the flight date), you can change the date or cancel the ticket at any time, and we will issue a full refund immediately.

PRICES

The Different Experiences:

SOUTH COAST TENERIFE (20KM) 7-8 minutes
Price: 110€ per passenger

Take off from the Adeje heliport and fly out over the Atlantic, following Tenerife’s stunning southern coastline. You’ll pass the turtle-famous Puertito area, the charming village of La Caleta, and the Costa Adeje Golf Course, before soaring over Playa de las Américas and Los Cristianos. Along the way, enjoy incredible panoramic views of hidden coves and ravines—an unforgettable introduction to seeing Tenerife from the air.

 

BEACHES AND RAVINES (30km) 10-12 minutes
Price: 159€ per passenger

Fly over the charming fishing village of La Caleta and the renowned Costa Adeje Golf Course before taking in the vibrant resorts of Playa de las Américas and Los Cristianos from above. Continue along the coast to witness dramatic volcanic lava flows at Montaña de Guaza, then climb inland to discover the striking landscapes of Roque del Conde, Ifonche, and their beautiful ravines. You’ll also experience the breathtaking Barranco del Infierno—one of the island’s most unique natural areas—offering incredible panoramic views that are impossible to appreciate from the ground. This route is perfect for those wanting a slightly longer, more scenic helicopter experience in Tenerife.

 

CLIFFS OF LOS GIGANTES (50km) 18-20 minutes
Price: 295€ per passenger

After taking off, we head towards the charming fishing village of La Caleta before following the coastline towards Playa San Juan, offering incredible photo opportunities along the way. We then pass the elegant resort area of Alcalá, home to some of Tenerife’s most prestigious hotels, before reaching the iconic Los Gigantes cliffs—towering up to 600 metres high and creating one of the most breathtaking views on the island’s west coast. From there, the flight continues inland over the lush Corona Forestal and the Teide National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you’ll enjoy spectacular aerial views of Mount Teide, Spain’s highest peak.

 

LOW ISLAND (85km) 25-30 minutes
Price: 430€ per passenger

Enjoy one of the most spectacular helicopter flights in Tenerife, combining the golden southern coastline with the lush green landscapes of the north. From above, you’ll discover the charming fishing villages of La Caleta, Alcalá, and Puerto San Juan, along with their beautiful resorts and golf courses. Keep an eye out for dolphins as you fly along the coast towards Puerto de los Gigantes, where the towering cliffs rise dramatically from the ocean between 300 and 600 metres, revealing incredible colours and textures shaped by nature. Continuing north, you’ll pass over Buenavista del Norte, where striking green and ochre landscapes blend with vast ancient lava flows, before flying above Garachico, Los Silos, and Icod de los Vinos—home to the legendary Millennium Dragon Tree. The journey then continues over the Corona Forestal and into Teide National Park, where the full majesty of Mount Teide and its surrounding volcanic scenery is revealed from the sky.

 

GRAN TEIDE LUXURY 40-45 minutes
Price: 545€ per passenger

This unforgettable VIP helicopter experience offers a truly unique way to discover Tenerife’s most iconic landscapes from the air. You’ll fly over the vast Teide National Park—one of the most visited in Europe and a UNESCO World Heritage Site—home to Mount Teide, Spain’s highest peak at 3,718 metres. Snow-capped in winter and surrounded by dramatic volcanic terrain, this spectacular area reveals breathtaking views of the Corona Forestal and surrounding natural monuments from a perspective few ever experience. The journey continues over the lush Orotava Valley, the coastal beauty of Puerto de la Cruz, and the alpine landscapes of Vilaflor, before passing the historic lava flows of Santiago del Teide left by the 1909 eruption. A truly unforgettable route, perfect for capturing some of the most impressive aerial photographs in Tenerife.

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    5/21/2022
    Excellent service from Sarah today in Los Cris. She looked after the 5 of us on the excursions we wanted. Done us a good deal as Daniel always promised everyone on YouTube. Shame we didn’t get to see the big Irishman, hopefully before the end of the holiday. Thanks guys. #KeepItCountry #TenerifeFirstExcursions
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    Brittany W
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    8/09/2022
    Amazing AMAZING! Never been on a jet ski before so was very nervous and anxious but WOW! Such a fun experience. Booked through Sarah at Tenerife First Excursions. She wasn’t pushy at all, very helpful and very informative. An absolute must! Thank-you Sarah and everyone at Flash Jet Ski 🌴
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    10/07/2022
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    8/28/2024
    Great Trips! Patricia is so helpful, will always book our trips with first excursions! We are doing Siam park at night and the boat party! 🎉
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    Jak Wright
    9/05/2023
    Absolutely loved our boat Trip experience this weekend , hands down the best I have done and a massive thanks to Lisa who informed us and guided us to the best choice possible for our needs.Along with this she helped us on deciding other excursions that we now cannot wait to do.Thank you so much Lisa
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    8/17/2024
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    Sarah Fields
    8/27/2024
    Family holiday made magical from start to finish! Beginning with the customer service from the lovely Laura at Tenerife First. With 2 young children she couldn’t have been more helpful with suitable trips for us to take as a family! We opted for Loro Parque and Siam Park twin tickets and were also provided with transfers to Loro Parque. Both days out were enjoyed by the whole family and the transfers to/from the parks were comfortable and punctual. I will be sure to recommend this company and these excursions to friends and family!
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