Niagara Falls Canada Tour: Helicopter, Cruise, Skylon Tower
Get things started with a convenient hotel pickup in a comfortable sightseeing vehicle, complete with an expert guide who knows everything there is to know about Niagara Falls.The ultimate Niagara Falls activity is a Hornblower cruise to the edge of the Canadian Horseshoe Falls. No trip to the falls is complete without it. Grab a poncho and get up close and personal with the rushing water. Feel the cool spray and hear the powerful sound. This is the experience of a lifetime.Then take an equally exciting “Journey Behind the Falls” to explore the scenic tunnels below and behind the Canadian Horseshoe Falls. Make no mistake, thrill seekers — this is as close to the falls as anyone wants to be. The sound is like thunder and the view is breathtaking. Stand back, or in this case stand just close enough to feel the power. It’s exhilarating. Enjoy the view from above all of Niagara’s natural and man-made attractions on a helicopter ride, flying directly over top of the American and Bridal Veil Falls, then along the curve of the Horseshoe Falls.Take an exciting ride up to the observation deck at the top of a Niagara Falls masterpiece, the majestic Skylon Tower. Enjoy the incredible view of the Niagara River and all three waterfalls — the American, Bridal Veil and Horseshoe Falls from 775 feet (236 meters) up in the air. Then enjoy a casual fine dining lunch in the Revolving Dining Room at Skylon Tower.Additional stops include Whirlpool State Park and the Niagara Falls hydroelectric generating plants, among others.
Overview
Get things started with a convenient hotel pickup in a comfortable sightseeing vehicle, complete with an expert guide who knows everything there is to know about Niagara Falls.
The ultimate Niagara Falls activity is a Hornblower cruise to the edge of the Canadian Horseshoe Falls. No trip to the falls is complete without it. Grab a poncho and get up close and personal with the rushing water. Feel the cool spray and hear the powerful sound. This is the experience of a lifetime.
Then take an equally exciting “Journey Behind the Falls” to explore the scenic tunnels below and behind the Canadian Horseshoe Falls. Make no mistake, thrill seekers — this is as close to the falls as anyone wants to be. The sound is like thunder and the view is breathtaking. Stand back, or in this case stand just close enough to feel the power. It’s exhilarating.
Enjoy the view from above all of Niagara’s natural and man-made attractions on a helicopter ride, flying directly over top of the American and Bridal Veil Falls, then along the curve of the Horseshoe Falls.
Take an exciting ride up to the observation deck at the top of a Niagara Falls masterpiece, the majestic Skylon Tower. Enjoy the incredible view of the Niagara River and all three waterfalls — the American, Bridal Veil and Horseshoe Falls from 775 feet (236 meters) up in the air. Then enjoy a casual fine dining lunch in the Revolving Dining Room at Skylon Tower.
Additional stops include Whirlpool State Park and the Niagara Falls hydroelectric generating plants, among others.
Itinerary
Dufferin Islands Park
Explore 10 acres of paradise, where wooden footbridges connect small, secluded islands. You may be surprised at the wildlife you find in this popular escape, Niagara’s hidden secret.
Journey Behind the Falls
Descend 45 meters (150 ft.) by elevator, where a short tunnel gives access to two outdoor observation decks and two portals located directly behind the Falls. At Journey Behind the Falls, you will experience the awesome spectacle of one-fifth of the world’s fresh water crashing down to the basin below. During summer daylight hours, over 2,800 cubic meters of water thunders over the brink every second, travelling 65 kilometers per hour!
1 hourAdmission IncludedNiagara Falls Canada
Located on the Niagara River, which drains Lake Erie into Lake Ontario, the combined falls have the highest flow rate of any waterfall in North America that has a vertical drop of more than 50 metres (160 ft). Feel the mist of the waterfall on your face as you walk right next to the most powerful waterfalls in North America.
30 minutesFrom the sensation of lift-off, to the excitement of soaring above the turbulent rapids and cascading waterfalls, your Niagara Helicopters ride is a unique and spectacular experience. Your all-scenic flight gives you a thrilling view of Niagara’s natural and man-made wonders.
12 minutesAdmission IncludedSkylon Tower
Getting Hungry? Step into the glass elevator up to the famous Revolving Dining Room at the Skylon Tower. With a view overlooking the falls, enjoy oven fresh baguettes, mixed garden salads, seafood salads, Roast Beef au Jus, fresh salmon, chicken, roast potatoes, fresh vegetables, fine cheese, fruit salads, cakes, pastries, and a whole lot more.
2 hoursAdmission IncludedNiagara City Cruises
The 20-minute Voyage to the Falls boat tour that gets you as close as possible to the magnificent Niagara Falls. Journey past the American Falls, Bridal Veil Falls and into the heart of the Canadian Horseshoe Falls aboard Hornblower Niagara Cruises.
1 hourAdmission IncludedNiagara Falls
Your guide will take you on a driving tour of Niagara Falls where you will pass by multiple notable landmarks such as the Old Scow, the upper rapids and the hydro plants.
1 hour
Location
Address
5400 Robinson St, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 7T8, Canada
Experience
Highlights
Inclusions
- Round-trip transport from the downtown Niagara Falls area
- Professional guide
- Lunch at Skylons Summit Suite Buffet
- 12-minute helicopter ride
- Journey Behind The Falls
- "Voyage To The Falls" (seasonal Apr-Nov, replaced with Butterfly Conservatory & Adventure Theatre
Exclusions
- Gratuities
- Central pick-up location parking fees ($5-$10 per day)
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note: Voyage To The Falls Boat Tour is seasonal, operating April - November only, replaced with admission to Niagara's Fury and Butterfly Conservatory in the winter months
- Attractions are Wheelchair accessible
- Tours are in English - French/Spanish may be available upon request (not guaranteed)
Guide Languages
English
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
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