30-Mile North Shore Helicopter Tour
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30-Mile North Shore Helicopter Tour
By Lake Superior Helicopters
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Ages 0-99, max of 3 per group
Duration: 18–22 minutes
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
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Highlights
- Airport/Departure Tax
- Professional guide
- Headsets
What's not included- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Start:
- 4525 Airport Approach Rd, Duluth, MN 55811, USA
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 85597P2- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Individual passenger weight limit of 295 lbs / combined weights of all passengers not to exceed 575 lbs
- Most travelers can participate
- Operates in all seasons, please dress appropriately
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 3 travelers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 85597P2
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$231.12
per adult (price varies by group size)
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Itinerary
- 4525 Airport Approach Rd, Duluth, MN 55811, USA
- Pass byEnger Park and TowerDuluthPark PointAerial Lift BridgeGlensheen - The Historic Congdon EstateHartley Nature Center
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Don’t take it from us – here’s what people have to say about this operator:
- Fritz B0 contributionsWonderful tour!Awesome tour by air over Duluth and Jay Cooke Park! We saw the St. Louis River route and heard about the history of hydroelectric power in the area. The North Shore is amazing.Written December 4, 2024
- Brianna K0 contributionsWell Worth ItOut pilot Emma was great, and even recommended some good lunch spots for us. The tour of Duluth was breathtaking. We will be booking the longer one next time!Written October 27, 2024
- blazayb0 contributionsAndy was amazingAndy was amazing! He was extremely informative and pointed out so many exciting things and places we could visit after our tour! Great experience!!!!!Written September 6, 2024
- 4joyceg0 contributionsGo Fly a Kite! Or a Copter!!!Really thankful for the gal selling tickets, that she finally decided to help! I was able to join a group for this flight. Thanks Alec! Great Work!Written July 31, 2024
- yamilettm20240 contributionsPerfect!I want to report the pilot , because he stole me… He stole my heart!!🤤 Was a great experience!!! I will be ready for next year ☺️ 602538-6398Written June 22, 2024
- cuTRis0 contributionsIt Cost More than AdvertisedOnce I actually got to the place, I learned that the advertised prices on the Internet were apparently not through the helicopter company. So, the 2-person price became the per person price. I decided to do it anyway since we were already there. It was a great time! Afterward, I was barraged with emails asking for more money for tips, asking for me to review them, soliciting more services... While I really enjoyed the flight, it was only 10-minutes, so at close to $30 per minute, I won't be doing this very often. But I do recommend trying it once.Written June 20, 2024
- X514YDbenjaminl0 contributionsHighly RecommendMy 10 yr old son and I took the 10-mile tour over the city and harbor for Father's Day. It was his first ever helicopter ride and they were very accommodating and let him sit up front. The pilot was very informative and pointed out all sorts of sights and even knew the names of some of the big ships in the port. A great way to get a whole new perspective on the area. Highly recommend Lake Superior HelicoptersWritten June 15, 2024
- MSylver0 contributionsFront Seat is the BEST!Trip advisor link wouldn't let me sign up for the 30 mile....but absolutely could when we got there! Glad we could... amazing overview of a place I've never been... and may not pass this way again!Written May 9, 2024
- CobbDreams0 contributionsGrandson and grandparents rocking 1000 feet above!The views were spectacular with fall foliage in full force. Our pilot was extremely personable and informative as he pointed out various landmarks. It was an exhilarating experience! I recommend it highly.Written October 20, 2023
- Matt F0 contributionsStart planning a ride now. You won’t regret itDid the 5 mile ride during the 2023 Blue Angels Airshow. First time in a helicopter. I would absolutely do it 1,000 times over. The pilot did an amazing job!Written July 17, 2023
- jasonwO6082NR0 contributionsFive starGreat experience both in the air and on the ground. All of the staff did a great job doing everything they could for us. One of the best parts it felt like they wanted to be there and help not because they had to.Written June 17, 2023
- C6911KJjennyw0 contributionsGo for it!Great experience! As one with a fear of flying, our pilot Rhett was very professional and we enjoyed our time. Highly recommend.Written September 19, 2022
- countrydoc4250 contributionswonderfulSuper experience! I wish we'd booked the longer trip. It was awesome seeing Duluth and the bridge from the sky! Staff and pilot were amazing!Written September 8, 2022
- lovtracy0 contributionsGreat experienceI really enjoyed the helicopter tour. I got to sit in the front seat! Such a great view. We had to wait for the fog to disburse. But it was worth the wait!Written July 11, 2022
- davidrV6275YF0 contributionsFlying over the PortPilot was great, we flew with doors off (highly recommended) nice way to see Duluth area. Could be a little longer flight.Written June 13, 2022
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Tristan D
1 contribution
Aug 2023 • Couples
Riding instructor was able to keep conversation and understood that one of the two passengers he had we nervous about flying. Take off and landing were both very smooth and seamless. The staff were excellent with us the whole way. I strongly recommend them especially if this is a first time helicopter experience!!
Written August 10, 2023
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Tara F
Saint Paul, MN8 contributions
I’ve done two helicopter rides with Lake Superior Helicopters—one in July and one in October 2021. I really loved the experience and loved the views of Lake Superior from the air. The pilots both times were friendly, knowledgeable and flew with skill. I appreciated hearing the history of the Lake and various landmarks.
Written October 11, 2021
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Tara F
Saint Paul, MN8 contributions
What a great way to see the beauty of Duluth and Lake Superior! Our pilot was friendly and knowledgeable and we felt safe and secure. Helicopters move so much more smoothly than small planes. Even if you tend to get motion sickness, you likely won’t have any problems in a helicopter.
Written July 9, 2021
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Mike F
1 contribution
Jun 2021
This was a surprise for my granddaughter graduating high school. She had never flown in a helicopter before and neither had my wife. We opted to take the doors of the aircraft for an extra thrill - well worth it. Chris, our pilot, did a great job along with the office staff.
Written June 11, 2021
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amanda m
10 contributions
Oct 2020 • Couples
This was our second time doing a 30 minute tour and both times were amazing! The staff at awesome to work with and our pilot did an amazing job talking about everything we were seeing. Pictures don’t do this justice. The fall colors were a huge bonus and we would definitely come back in a heartbeat!
Written October 4, 2020
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We love frequent fliers...we need to have a club!!!
#weloveflying
Thanks so much for flying with us!
Written October 14, 2020
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Alysia_Wuertz
North Branch, MN4 contributions
Sep 2021 • Couples
I bought this for a birthday present for my dad to go with my mom. They loved it! They sent pictures to me after and it was so beautiful! They talked very highly of the entire experience.
Thank you to the whole team at Lake Superior Helicopters for giving my parents an amazing tour
Thank you to the whole team at Lake Superior Helicopters for giving my parents an amazing tour
Written September 13, 2021
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Norman W
1 contribution
Oct 2023 • Couples
Peter was amazing. Very informative about the area. We took the 30 Mile North Shore tour and it was so neat. For someone that was scared to go at first, my wife was smiling and taking pictures. He made sure we were doing good and gave us some recommendations for supper, etc. Would definitely do again and do the longer tour.
Written October 8, 2023
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LRPeterson
Duluth, MN5 contributions
Oct 2021
This trip was to celebrate both my 70th birthday and my husband's improved health. We loved everything about it! The ground crew was helpful and informative. We learned about pilot John's experience so felt we were in good hands. The views were spectacular. Pilot John was also kind enough to fly over our farmstead so we could capture some nice aerial shots. Awesome trip!!! Next time would like to take the 60 mile tour. Thanks for the memories!!!
Written November 2, 2021
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Fargo, ND5 contributions
Aug 2019
Process was good. Kids enjoyed the tour. Signed up for a 30-mile tour which was indicated at 30 minutes. They were back in just over 22 minutes from take-off to landing. I talked to others who signed up for the 15-mile tour and they had a similar experience at half the cost. My recommendation is to take the tour if you can afford it as it is a good tour and the staff are friendly, but ensure the pilot knows what tour you are on and your expectations (those offered by the company) or stick with the shorter tour.
Written August 10, 2019
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Mylan S
1 contribution
May 2024 • Couples
Sam was a very skilled pilot and knew the area really well, it was a great first helicopter ride! The whole experience was super cool and id definitely recommend getting the doors off experience.
Written May 15, 2024
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I am interested in photographing Split Rock Light Station from the air and want to know if you fly that far north?
Written September 3, 2021
Can you take photos with a pretty good sized camera? Or is the helicopter cramped?
Written May 25, 2021
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