Cannes Helicopter Tour: Private Flight over Lérins Islands

Fly the Croisette and beyond from Cannes, picking your route and duration

A private helicopter tour departing from Cannes where you choose your flight duration and destination: the 12-minute Discovery circles the Croisette and Lérins Islands; the 25-minute Red Rocks flight heads west to the volcanic Estérel cliffs; the 45-minute Grand Coast reaches Saint-Tropez's gulf and wild capes; the 60-minute Canyon flies inland to the Gorges du Verdon. All flights include a pilot guide in English or French and all fees and taxes.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private helicopter flight options

• Take off from Cannes Croisette
• Fly over Boulevard de la Croisette and Lérins Islands
• Fly west to Esterel Massif red cliffs
• Fly over Gulf of Saint-Tropez and Capes
• Fly inland to Gorges du Verdon canyon

The experience

The Lérins Islands sit closest to Cannes, and the shortest flight circles them in 12 minutes, passing over the Croisette, the superyachts anchored offshore, and Juan-les-Pins before reaching the crystal-clear lagoon around Sainte-Marguerite and Saint-Honorat. From there, the route branches: west toward the Estérel's red volcanic cliffs plunging into the sea, or further west into the Gulf of Saint-Tropez and its protected capes at Camarat and Taillat. The longest option leaves the coast entirely, flying inland over Provence to the Gorges du Verdon, Europe's deepest canyon, and the turquoise waters of Sainte-Croix Lake.

You pick the flight zone at checkout, and the pilot guides the entire route in English or French. The helicopter departs from Cannes, and all fees and taxes are included. Note that the shortest Discovery flight does not include shuttle service to the departure point. Weather can shift the eastbound option on the 45-minute flight toward Monaco and Nice instead of the western capes. Infants travel on an adult's lap, and the tour suits all fitness levels.

What’s included

• Pilot-guided flight in English or French.
• all fees and taxes.

Options for this experience

4 options

Private 12-minute panoramic flightGuide in English or French · 10:00, 11:30 and 12:00Pickup is included

Private 25-minute panoramic flightGuide in English or French · 12:30, 14:00 and 16:00Pickup is included

Private panoramic flight lasting 45 minutesGuide in English or French · 10:30 and 13:00Lasts 45 minutes; pickup is included

Private 60-minute panoramic flightGuide in English or French · 14:45Lasts 1 hour; pickup is included

You pick the guide language when booking.

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day9 departure times: the first at 10:00, the last at 16:00Last departure this season: 20 Dec

Book up to2d before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and French

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by HAPPY GUIDE FRANCE

Is this one for you?Choose the 12-minute Discovery if you want a quick aerial glimpse of the Croisette and Lérins Islands; pick the 25-minute Red Rocks to see the Estérel's volcanic cliffs; book the 45-minute Grand Coast for the full Saint-Tropez gulf and capes; or take the 60-minute Canyon to fly inland to the Gorges du Verdon and Sainte-Croix Lake.

Traveler reviews

5.00★★★★★★★★★★

5 verified traveler reviews

Read all the reviews ›

Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and French.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What does the 12-minute Discovery flight show me?

The Discovery circles the Croisette, the superyachts, and Juan-les-Pins, then reaches the Lérins Islands and their lagoon. It is the shortest option and does not include shuttle service to the departure point.

Can I see Saint-Tropez on the helicopter tour?

Yes, on the 45-minute Grand Coast flight, which covers the entire Gulf of Saint-Tropez, the village of Grimaud, and the wild protected beaches of Cap Camarat and Cap Taillat. Weather permitting, this flight can also go east toward Monaco instead.

What is the Gorges du Verdon, and how long does it take to reach it?

The Gorges du Verdon is Europe's deepest canyon, located inland over Provence. The 60-minute Canyon flight reaches it and circles the turquoise Lake of Sainte-Croix. It is the longest option and the only one that leaves the coast.

What is included in the price?

All fees, taxes, and the pilot guide in English or French are included. Food and drinks are not included.

Do I need to arrange my own transport to the helicopter?

The 12-minute Discovery flight does not include shuttle service. Pickup is included in the other flight options (25, 45, and 60 minutes).