Question 1

Are helicopter tours safe during COVID-19?

Accepted Answer

The helicopters used by most tour operators will seat between 4 and 8 people. It is unlikely you will maintain the required 2-meter distance between people, so masks will have to be worn. However, the tour operators follow the guidelines of Icelandic health authorities and sanitize commonly touched surfaces to keep everyone as safe as possible.

Question 2

Why choose a helicopter tour during COVID-19?

Accepted Answer

Well, first, it&rsquo;s a helicopter! What a fantastic way to see some of the most beautiful landscapes in the world. Beyond that, a helicopter offers you a chance to see parts of the country in a small group. Depending on how many people are traveling in your party, you may be able to be the only ones on tour.

Question 3

What are the benefits of taking a helicopter tour, compared to taking a normal sightseeing tour?

Accepted Answer

The view from a helicopter is unlike any other. You are much closer to the ground than you would be on an airplane tour, meaning you have an unparalleled stretching landscape view. Helicopter tours also give you access to areas and views that would be unattainable from the ground, such as erupting volcanoes or the most desolate parts of the Highlands.

Question 4

Do the helicopter companies offer pick-ups?

Accepted Answer

Some tour operators do provide minibus transfers, while others do not. Please contact our team on info@guidetoiceland.is for further information.

Question 5

What happens if the helicopter tour is cancelled?

Accepted Answer

In the unfortunate event that your helicopter tour is cancelled, you will have two options. You can either move your tour to another date and time or get a full refund.

Question 6

Do the helicopter tours depart from Keflavik Airport or Reykjavik Airport?

Accepted Answer

The tours will depart from a hangar near Reykjavík Domestic Airport. Please check the departure location on the tour page.

Question 7

What is the start time of helicopter tours?

Accepted Answer

In the booking process, you can choose to book either a morning or afternoon flight. Once you have booked your tour, we will contact you and confirm the exact timing as it can vary depending on the weather.

Question 8

How many people are on the tours?

Accepted Answer

There are between four and eight people on every helicopter tour.

Question 9

Do you arrange private helicopter tours?

Accepted Answer

In the booking process, you can choose to book either a morning or afternoon flight. Once you have booked your tour, we will contact you and confirm the exact timing as it can vary depending on the weather.

Question 10

Are helicopter tours in Iceland safe?

Accepted Answer

All helicopter tours are conducted by professional pilots and are therefore very safe.

Question 11

What languages are helicopter tours undertaken in?

Accepted Answer

All the guides speak English, while some speak Icelandic and/or a third language such as German, Spanish or French.

Question 12

What type of helicopters are used for helicopter tours in Iceland?

Accepted Answer

The type of helicopter used differs greatly between tour operators. Please contact your travel planner on info@guidetoiceland.is for further information.

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