The South West is the largest region in England in terms of land mass, meaning there’s a lot to see here, and if you want to do it with an air of excitement and efficiency, I highly recommend helicopter tours! They’ll take you over your favourite sights as you’ve never seen them before. We’ve got West Coast tours that will take you across the beautiful shore and sea, as well as further inland tours of your favourite cities such as Bristol and Bath or famous landmarks such as the iconic Stonehenge in Wiltshire. So, whether you’d rather see the Jurassic coast or the West Country, look no further, Experience Days are here to help. Top tip wherever you choose to explore: Bring a camera!

Cornwall

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Devon

"This is probably the best experience of my life! It was beautiful seeing the stunning Jurassic coastline from the air. I thoroughly recommend this trip. And well worth paying the extra for the 30 mins flight, sitting up front with the pilot and having the professional photograph taken."

Featured Experience: Jurassic Coast Sightseeing Helicopter Tour From £215

Dorset

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Somerset

This helicopter tour of Bath and Bristol means that you technically get the chance to explore two counties instead of one. Your journey will begin from Bath Racecourse in Somerset, before flying a short distance to reach the city of Bath, a renowned world heritage site due to the many Roman buildings, medieval tradition and Georgian architecture of the city. This includes the breath-taking Bath Abbey. You’ll be able to see all this and more from up in the air, before you head north west to the city and county of Bristol. Here, you’ll get to spot famous landmarks such as the Clifton Suspension Bridge that connects Bristol to Somerset over the River Avon, as well as Cabot Tower which was originally built in the 1890’s to celebrate the 400 year anniversary of John Cabot’s journey from Bristol to Canada.

This 25-minute tour is a great way to not only discover the beautiful sights the two cities have to offer but also the interesting history (not to mention the picturesque surrounding countryside!). This is an exciting way to see your home from a completely new vantage point.

"The company gave my husband an excellent time. We will be recommending it to everyone we know. Very friendly staff who made us feel very welcome."

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Featured Experience: Bath And Bristol City Helicopter Sightseeing Tour From £255

Gloucestershire

A buzz flight is the perfect experience for any first-time fliers who may be a little apprehensive or wish to simply test the feeling out before advancing to longer duration flights. Buzz flights tend to last for around 5 minutes, but can be slightly longer depending on the company running them. However, you’d be surprised just how much you can experience in 5 minutes. This Gloucestershire based flight will firstly see you take part in the famous and adrenaline inducing vertical take-off that all helicopters must perform. For many, this is often their favourite part of the whole flight. You’ll then fly around the 8-mile circuit of the gorgeous Gloucestershire countryside before returning to the ground - still buzzing from your achievement!

If you’re more of a seasoned flyer and you’d like to explore Gloucestershire in its entirety, we also have a 20-minute helicopter tour available here!

 "This whole experience was wonderful. I would not hesitate to recommend this experience to anyone. I was most impressed by the staff so organised did what they said they would do and nothing left to chance. Many thanks."

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Wiltshire

Discover Stonehenge in a whole new way on board a helicopter at Thruxton Airport for an unforgettable 30-minute journey over the iconic Stonehenge and beyond. Feel the thrill of flight as our expert pilot guides you through this historic landscape, offering insights and stories about this ancient wonder. Escape the crowds and gain a bird's-eye view of Stonehenge, unlocking its mysteries without obstruction. As you soar over the stunning Salisbury Plain, learn about its rich history and uncover hidden burial mounds below. Landing back at the airport, you'll carry with you the excitement and wonder of this unique adventure!

Perfect for thrill-seekers and history enthusiasts, this helicopter tour is an exceptional experience gift. Elevate your Salisbury visit and make lasting memories with an aerial exploration of Stonehenge like never before.

Featured Experience: Stonehenge And Salisbury Helicopter Tour From £179

Thank you for reading!

We hope you found what you were looking for, or that we could help to open your eyes to all the incredible sights the South West of England has to offer, both from the ground and from the skies! If you’re still looking, you can find all our South West helicopter flights listed here.

If you’re looking to fly in a helicopter for the first time and have any questions about what to expect, we’ve put together a useful article for anyone interested in flying, that you can read here.