---
title: Beach Bum Helicopter Tour
slug: beach-bum-helicopter-tour-hilton-head-island
type: attraction
sub_type: helicopter tours
source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/beach-bum-helicopter-tour-hilton-head-island
city: Hilton Head Island
state: SC
country: US
address: 38 Gateway Circle
geo:
  lat: 32.22272
  lng: -80.6961
duration: up to 0.2 hrs
cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience.
extracted_at: 2026-06-16T16:59:58.067Z
price_from:
  amount: 107
  currency: USD
  unit: per_adult
availability: InStock
rating:
  value: 5
  count: 1285
  scale: 5
ticket_options:
  - group: Other Options
    options:
      - name: Boarding Pass
        price: 107
        regular_price: 109
        savings: 2
        ticket_types:
          - name: All Ages (0+ yrs)
            min_age: 0
---
## Overview

Lift off with Hilton Head Helicopter Tours for an exciting adventure over the island. Travel along the island’s busiest beaches on your way to Coligny Beach Park, flying low and looking for marine life, then ascend for panoramic views of Hilton Head Island, Parris Island, and Downtown Savannah.

## What's Included
- Scenic helicopter tour over Hilton Head Island with live pilot narration through noise-canceling headsets.
- Up to 3 passengers per helicopter.
- Air-conditioned cabin with large viewing windows.
- Brief safety overview before takeoff.

## What's Not Included
- Not specified in the source.

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## Ticket Options

- **Boarding Pass** — $107.00 (regularly $109.00, save $2.00)
  The Beach Bum scenic helicopter tour takes you along the most active stretch of beaches to Coligny Beach, Hilton Head's most popular beach park. As you turn around, you'll begin to climb high in the sky giving you the best view of the island along with Parris island and Downtown savannah.
  - All Ages (0+ yrs)

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## Good to Know
* Aerial exploration of the sandy shores of Hilton Head Island.
* The tour departs from Hilton Head Island Airport and covers a distance of 20 miles (about 11 minutes).
* Look for marine life as you fly along the beach.
* Up to 3 passengers per helicopter. Larger groups will be divided into multiple flights back to back.
* Tours have a max per seat weight limit of 300lbs, or 600lbs per helicopter.
* Guests are encouraged to bring cameras and arrive at least 15 minutes early for the pre-flight briefing and boarding.
* Passengers will be asked to wait until inside the helicopter to start taking photos for safety reasons.

## Cancellation Policy

Free Changes & Cancellations — See details upon selection.

## FAQs

### Where is the Beach Bum Helicopter Tour departing from?

The tour departs from Hilton Head Helicopter Tours located in Hilton Head Island Airport at 38 Gateway Circle, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926.

### Is it scary?

No! Most passengers are a bit nervous prior to taking off, but after flying around for a few minutes they soon realize there was no need to worry. Each flight is smooth and stable unlike that of a roller coaster or amusement ride. The Hilton Head Helicopter Tours have flown passengers from 9 months to 90 years old!

### Can a large group all fly at once in this Beach Bum Helicopter Tour?

Each helicopter can seat up to three passengers at a time. If you have more than three passengers, no problem. They can split larger groups into multiple flights back to back.

### Can I bring my camera?

Passengers are encouraged to bring a camera and get ready to take some amazing pictures! Please note that you will be asked to wait until you are inside the helicopter to start shooting. This is to prevent people from walking around the helicopter while the blades are spinning, and the engine is running.

### Is there a weight limit?

Yes, Federal Aviation Regulations require a maximum passenger weight of 300lbs. per person or 600lbs. per group.

### Are helicopters safe?

The answer is most definitely yes! Statistically, helicopters are among the safest modes of transportation. Hilton Head Helicopter takes pride in only hiring experienced and safe pilots with proven safety records. They have acquired 23 years of touring experience with a flawless safety record.

## Reviews

> "Awesome way to see the island!!"
> — 898darcyd, April 10, 2026

> "Great experience! Worth it!"
> — O3597KMvirginiam, April 09, 2026

> "Go during golden hour!"
> — A9451UFivys, February 09, 2026

> "Would do this again but a longer trip."
> — ryonf82, November 26, 2025

> "Wonderful experience"
> — LeslieH575, November 23, 2025