Rainbow Air Helicopter Tours Ranked Among Top 5 in the U.S.

A helicopter ride is always memorable, but the views make the experience unforgettable in Niagara Falls, home to Rainbow Air Helicopter Tours, which just earned national recognition.

The company secured the No. 5 position on USA Today’s 10 Best Helicopter Tours in the U.S. for 2025 list. The rankings were determined through reader votes after an expert panel nominated their favorites.

“If experiencing Niagara Falls and the Horseshoe Falls from the sky is on your bucket list, look no further than Rainbow Air Helicopter Tours. This memorable journey gives you a comfortable and luxurious bird’s-eye view of one of the most iconic landmarks in the world,” USA Today wrote.

Rainbow Air has been operating since 1995 and runs flights year-round. Their Airbus H130 helicopters feature oversized windows, giving passengers sweeping aerial views of the Niagara region including Niagara Falls State Park, Table Rock, Skylon Tower, Rainbow Bridge, Goat Island, and Seneca Niagara Resort and Casino. Each flight is piloted by FAA-certified professionals. While the tours do cross into Canadian airspace over the Horseshoe Falls, no passport is needed.

Flights last about 8 to 10 minutes and are priced at $180 per person ($175 with cash payment). Children at least 40 inches tall can ride at discounted rates and price reductions are also offered to active military members, veterans, and first responders. Each tour can carry up to seven passengers.

For those who prefer an alternative adventure, Rainbow Air also offers “Niagara Virtual,” a virtual reality parasailing attraction. The experience gives riders a 360-degree panoramic perspective of the falls with the option to play a built-in video game competing for points or simply enjoying the simulated flight.

With nearly three decades of operation, Rainbow Air continues to provide both locals and tourists with a one-of-a-kind view of one of the world’s greatest natural wonders.

Rainbow Air Helicopter Tours Ranked Among Top 5 in the U.S.