I highly recommend this place. The online booking was very quick and easy. I booked the Big Horn canyon run for my wife and I. The moment we pulled up to the hangar, we were greeted by the pilot and staff with smiles and great attitudes. The safety brief and check-in is smooth and very well explained. We went straight the aircraft and secured inside. The pilot explained his start-up procedures and we were in the air in no time. The tour was better than described online. The flight was amazing. The pilot was very competent, which was evident during mountain wind gusts. The tour did not it feel rushed at all. This is a definitely something people should do if they've never been in a helicopter before and want to see the Royal Gorge in an amazing way. read more

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Zack(h?) the pilot was an AMAZING tour guide! My husband and I also brought our 9 mo and they were so accommodating! Everyone had an absolute blast and plan to go back! read more

Royal Gorge Helitours - Front of helicopter - Tours Near Me - Canon City, Colorado

My son and I had a great experience. Guys are very safe, friendly and had fun knowledge.

I'm absolutely at a loss for words. Anything I can say will pail in comparison to the actual experience. Our pilot/tour guide Eli was a talented pilot, knowledgeable resource and a hell of a guy overall. I can not stress enough to anyone thinking about stopping by here to absolutely do it. Go for the longest ride that you can, take photos and videos, ask questions and enjoy the ride. The ground staff, can't recall her name, was excellent as well. Having taken a drive down from Denver of over two hours, I would do this again in a heartbeat. Exhilarating, breathtaking and exciting are just a few words I can use to describe our experience today! read more

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Friendly staff and an excellent pilot who is very knowledgeable about the area. He know the history and geology of what he is taking you to see and everything in between. Well worth the money. it was a first time helicopter ride for my wife and she really enjoyed it! The pilot told us everything that was going to happen before it happened and insured that my wife was very comfortable with the noise and vibrations inherent in a helo ride. read more

This place is awesome, they were able to get us inside the helicopter within 10 minutes of us walking in there and asking about a ride. The helicopter is super cool and has windows all on the sides as well so your view is never obstructed. The views and the experience were great but what really made it awesome for us was the pilot! He was super informative on the area and everything we were seeing, very talkative as well making the ride a lot more enjoyable for us! We had a bad experience in Ouray with a lame tour guide so this man really blew us away, you can tell he loves and enjoys his job :) read more

Royal Gorge Helitours - View from the helicopter - Tours Near Me - Canon City, Colorado

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Such a beautiful experience! I had been on a helicopter tour while visiting Hawaii before, but this ride was amazing on its own level especially since it was my first time in Colorado. A bit on the pricier side, but definitely worth it because the views are nothing compared to what we see at home in Texas! read more

Royal Gorge Helitours - Thank God the sun came out that day! - Tours Near Me - Canon City, Colorado

While on vacation in Colorado my daughter and granddaughter decided to take the helicopter tour. There was only one run ahead of them so the wait was less than 15 minutes. Staff was very friendly, explained everything and even took pictures of them inside the helicopter. They both loved it, beautiful views, fun ride! They would do it again anytime. Well worth the time and cost if you are considering it. You may want to call ahead and make sure they are running if the weather forecast is iffy. read more

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Better than the zipline experience. I would definitely go back and choose another of their tours. You can take pics, take videos etc. The staff were accomodating and the pilot was very informative. FYI the zipline requirement is between 100lbs to 245lbs. The tour can accomodate better than these numbers. We flew this morning and the weather was fantastic. read more

We (my daughter, her husband and I) did the Christmas Lights Tour in Colorado Springs - the second year for me. Their office returns my calls and emails very promptly, and we are treated very courteously and professionally at the time of the flight. Our pilot, Eli, was very knowledgeable about the areas we were viewing and answered every question we had about anything and everything from air density to equipment. We could not be more impressed with either the way they do business or the experience itself. We're already talking about a Royal Gorge flight this summer. If you've ever thought about taking a helicopter flight, we highly recommend Colorado Vertical. You won't be disappointed. read more

Fantastic experience !!! We flew over the springs at sunset , over Garden of the Gods. Jessica was a wonderful pilot and tour guide. I'm a very experienced helicopter passenger, but it was my 86 year Mom's first time ever in a chopper. She was treated very well, and loved every second of it!!!! read more

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This was my second time in a helicopter and the pilot talked my companions through what was going on during the flight and gave a lot of information and history throughout. Would highly recommend at least the 8 minute flight. read more

We had a great experience with Royal Gorge Helitours! Else was wonderful to work with on the phone to schedule to tour, and then the pilot was great! He explained everything to my flying-obsessed teenager and they all had a great time! Thank you! read more

This experience was a pure splurge for us. I just wanted to do something special over the holidays that would be a good memory for our kids and grandkids. The experience was Top Notch from the original contact all the way through the constant contact and the final contact on Aviation way Everyone was so friendly and informative. The pilot was professional in every way yet friendly. He positively knew the terrain and answered every one of our crazy questions. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this company to anyone who wants that once in a lifetime experience! read more

We had an Awesome time, my granddaughter loved it. Well worth the money!! Big Thank You to Pilot Eli and Staff!! read more

They did an amazing job! We shot a commercial and needed a helicopter and they were so accommodating. Would recommend!!

What an amazing experience! The staff are very knowledgeable and accommodating, we had to reschedule our original appointment due to high winds and there was no issue. I'd highly suggest the tour over the Royal Gorge, absolutely beautiful views. It is a little expensive, but for me it was a once in a lifetime experience and well worth it. You can also purchase a GoPro video of your ride for $20. (Or of you have your own, bring it along and you can mount it) Additional tip- Planning a grand gesture as a wedding proposal? They will work with you to help plan! read more

We had a great time on our flight with Matt! We even got to see a herd of elk! We felt safe and secure the whole time and Matt was very knowledgable about the area. We wouldn't change a thing. read more

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What a great experience! It was my first time and I had a blast. I felt very comfortable and safe flying with Eli. The entire staff was great, you have to try this ! read more

Really enjoyed the flight. It was convenient . The pilot was informative and knew a lot about the area. All of the staff were friendly and welcoming. The only reason it's a 4 instead of a 5 is because it was a little expensive for two people for as short of a ride as it was. All else was good. read more

Was a great experience from the beginning! The front desk was extremely helpful and knowledgeable! Eli was one of the best pilots I've flown with. He made sure to talk to my son about the gorge the maneuvers he was doing and the history of the gorge. For the price it was well worth it. The R66 is in my opinion far superior to the R44 based off of room alone. read more

We did the Pike's Peak Or Bust tour with Will this weekend and it was fantastic! We had to wait out the weather a bit but Will was very honest & flexible with us. We loved the flight and enjoyed Will's knowledge and tour of the area once we got up... We will definitely be back for the fall colors! Thank you for everything! As a side note, we had never been in a helicopter before and were very comfortable with Will's flight. Loved the ride! read more

Probably the most expensive 4 minutes of my life but completely worth it. I had never been in a helicopter before but this trip was exciting, informative, and memorable. We didn't even know we were going to do this until we drove past their sign that invited walk ins. Plus their staff, although young, was very friendly and helpful. read more

At first I thought that the length of time was very short for the price. But then we got up there! It was the perfect amount of time. We enjoyed every second! Not to mention the beautiful scenery! Can't wait to do it again! read more

If your'e in the Springs and want a fun filled adventure, book with these guys. My family & I went on a Christmas Eve light tour and had the time of our lives. read more

Amazing! Mike, the pilot, earned his training in Vietnam as a fighter pilot, and showed his skills with drops and sharp turns. It was so much fun. And the views were beautiful. At more than $10/minute, it is pricey but worth it for a once in a lifetime experience. I recommend sitting in the very front (no cameras allowed here) or in the back facing the front of the helicopter. The seats facing the rear of the helicopter require a lot of twisting and turning to see the views. read more

I went on a helicopter ride last night for the first time ever with my boyfriend. It was amazing! The staff was so friendly and awesome! It was definitely worth the money. We will be going back to do some more tours! Highly recommended! read more

I'm a hero. I purchased birthday/Christmas gifts for my wife and two daughters to take the traditional Christmas Light tour over Colorado Springs on December 17th. I surprised them and they had an incredible time. My wife really enjoyed it and said that the ride was really smooth--a ferris wheel ride was scarier than the helicopter ride. Tim K. read more

They were so friendly! i was a little worried about the price and how long the flight was but once we did it it was amazing. wouldn't change a thing! it was beautiful and they talked us through the whole thing. amazing! read more

great tour. We took the short royal gorge bridge tour and it was a great experience. Eli, the pilot was skillful and knowledgeable about the area. read more

Chartered a helicopter for some ariel photographs of the Arkansas River. Although the experience of hovering above the gorge in a helicopter is unlike anything else, this particular experience was a lot to be desired. The flight itself lasted a mere 10 minutes from take off to landing and cost over $420 BUCKS!! We were told by Will, the pilot, that he needed to get back for another meeting. The biggest mistake I made; telling them I was a photographer. They honed in and immediately charged double. Yes the ride is smooth, yes you're in a helicopter, yes the landscape is breathtaking; but my review comes down to whether to use Royal Gorge Helitours again... I say, keep looking. read more

What a fun way to see the Christmas lights in Colorado Springs! Eli was an awesome tour guide and we enjoyed the experience.

Had family in from out of town. Went on a helicopter ride over the gorge. Eli and Hunter were the best! Very knowledgeable about the Gorge, kept us smiling and laughing the whole time. Totally worth the price for the experience! read more

This was so much fun! Pilots Will and Eli were so nice and very professional. My daughter, her ten-year-old son, and I enjoyed every minute of our ride to view the spectacular Christmas lights of Colorado Springs. So that's three generations of happy travelers. Highly recommended! read more

We just completed our Royal Gorge Canyon Run Helitours, and I must say. It was one of the most thrilling and beautiful experiences we've ever had the pleasure of doing. The staff are very friendly and accommodating. If you have the option I would recommend asking to take the doors off the chopper. It adds so much to the experience, but it can get chilly. We bought the video with our tour and had it mounted on the nose of the chopper. Great quality video, and we will be able to relive that experience forever. read more

I had no problem making a reservation. Will was the greeter and he was welcoming and just cool! Eli was the pilot and, we weren't nervous, but he was pleasant and made the ride even better. The family really enjoyed this ride. It was a good price for the level we picked. These guys are great! read more