Full day · round-trip flight + 5h in the park
Private Helicopter Tour from San Francisco to Yosemite
Skip the four-hour drive. Fly the Bay over to Mariposa, then tour the Valley by Hummer — all in one day.
$7,900 for 1–3 people for the one-day tour. $13,900 for 4–6 people (larger aircraft). Deposit is $750 for your group; the balance is charged later.
A one-day luxury air tour. We fly your party from San Francisco straight to Mariposa Airport, meet you with a open Jeep Wrangler or Premium SUV, and give you a five-hour sightseeing drive through Yosemite's most famous views before the flight home. Up to 6 guests.
What's included
- Round-trip helicopter flight (San Francisco ⇄ Mariposa)
- Personal guide
- Picnic lunch
- Bottled water
- Park entrance fees
- Private A/C coach (open Jeep Wrangler or Premium SUV) in the park
Not included
- Personal guided hike
- Driver gratuity
- Park entry fee for non-U.S. residents — $100 per person, paid in cash to your guide
Pickup locations
- San Francisco Bay Area (helicopter departure)
Itinerary
Where we'll be, and when.
- 01
Depart San Francisco by helicopter
Instead of a four-hour drive, fly directly to Mariposa Airport.
- 02
Mariposa Airport pickup
We meet you at the airport with a beautiful open Jeep Wrangler or Premium SUV for the drive into the park.
- 03
Inspiration Point + Bridalveil Fall
First of the famous Yosemite views as we enter the Valley.
- 04
El Capitan + the Merced River
Over 3,000 feet of granite; the river running through the Valley floor.
- 05
Yosemite Falls from the meadows + Stoneman Bridge
A view of the falls from the meadows, then the Stoneman Bridge.
- 06
The Ahwahnee Hotel
The grand historic hotel of Yosemite Valley.
- 07
Walk to the base of Yosemite Falls
A short walk before we return to the airport.
- 08
Return flight to San Francisco
Back to the Bay Area the same day.
Luxury Yosemite tours by air
We offer luxury tours for your special visit to Yosemite National Park. You may take a quick helicopter or small plane ride from San Francisco, and we will pick you up to take a 5 hour Yosemite Tour, and return you back to the Bay Area in one day!
Instead of the four-hour drive, fly
Instead of a 4 hour drive from San Francisco to Yosemite, let us take you on a helicopter ride directly to the Mariposa Airport, where you will be taken to Yosemite National Park in a beautiful open Jeep Wrangler or Premium SUV. You will experience a 5 hour sightseeing drive to Yosemite’s most famous views, including Inspiration Point, Bridalveil Fall, El Capitan, the Merced River and a view of Yosemite Falls from the meadows, the Stoneman Bridge, the grand Ahwahnee Hotel, and then a walk to the base of Yosemite Falls before returning to the airport for the flight home.
Pricing
- 1 – 3 people — $7,900 for the one-day tour. Deposit is $750 for your group. You will be charged the balance later.
- 4 – 6 people — $13,900 for the one-day tour (larger aircraft). Deposit is $750 for your group. You will be charged the balance later.
The tour includes entrance fees. Your in-park experience includes a personal guide, picnic lunch, water, park fees, and the private A/C coach.
Our guides
Our guides are all local and going to Yosemite is their passion. Each one brings their own personal experiences, stories, and secret spots to share with you. They are delighted to meet you and wish to show you why this area of the world is a very special place.
Need a lift?
In need of transportation between San Francisco, Los Angeles, Fresno, Oakhurst, Fish Camp, Coarsegold, Madera, Mariposa, Yosemite Valley, and Tuolumne Meadows areas? We offer comfortable shuttle service to and from these areas, including deluxe limousine service.
From the road
A few looks at this trip.
Questions we hear a lot
FAQ.
- How many people does the helicopter tour hold?
- 1–3 people at $7,900, or 4–6 people at $13,900 for the larger aircraft. The price is for the group, not per person.
- How much is the deposit?
- The deposit is $750 for your group. The balance is charged later.
- Where does the helicopter leave from?
- From San Francisco. We fly you directly to Mariposa Airport, where your in-park tour begins.
- What do we ride in once we land?
- A beautiful open Jeep Wrangler or Premium SUV. From Mariposa Airport you get a five-hour private sightseeing drive through Yosemite Valley.
- Can we do this in a single day?
- Yes. We fly you over, give you a five-hour Yosemite tour, and return you to the Bay Area the same day.
- What's included?
- The round-trip flight, your personal guide, picnic lunch, water, park entrance fees, and the private A/C coach in the park.
- I'm not a U.S. resident — is there an extra park fee?
- Yes. The national park charges non-U.S. residents a $100-per-person entry fee that is not included in any tour price. Please bring it in cash — your guide collects it at the start of the tour. Guests without the fee cannot enter the park, and the tour might be canceled without refund.