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Has anyone tried any of the helicopter flights often seen advertised on the 192 and International Drive?
Are they worth while, how long and what do you get to see?
I so very nearly tried one when out there last and have vowed to have a go next trip (depending on costs).
Most of them go over Disney and the theme parks so you get to see an aerial view of them. Always ask where they're going before you pay! There are some outrageously expensive ones ($300+) where you get to choose which tour you want to take.
My Bro-in-law did one on his very first(and only so far)trip to Florida! They did the trip over Disney Parks, and I remember him raving about it, but it was over 12 years ago!! Not sure who he went with, could ask if no one comes up with more up to date info for you? Think it would have to be a life long dream if costings are anything like Blott has indicated! Wow!! Bet you aren't up too long either?
Hi Semper.
I will be back in Orlando in a couple of months and i was also checking out the helicopter flights to see what was on offer.
I have flown in a copter over Las Vegas and along and into the Grand Canyon and its a fantastic feeling and much smoother than you would ever imagine and something i would recommend for everyone to do at least once in their lifes.
The flights on offer over Orlando vary in length,distance and of course price.
You can go on a cheap $20.00 flight that flies over Sea World and covers approx 8 miles.
There are then other flights going up in time,distance and price ranging from 40.60.80.130.225 and right up to 350 dollars.
So whatever your budget there is a flight for you and as i said earlier its an experience you will never forget or regret thats a promise.
Not sure i will be doing one as there has to be a minimum of 2 persons per flight and i will be alone for the first 4 days of my trip before meeting up with a friend,so i am going to book a balloon flight which should be just as much fun i hope despite the fact im none to keen on heights...lol.[8D]
John
i asked hubby when home from work tonite so i got it right, they were selling helicopter rides on the 192 near mediaval times (i think that was th one) for $15 the price was definate, it couldve been cos it was Dec 04
I've flown myself (and the family) over Disney and it's massive so bear in mind if the price is very low for the helicopter flight then you may only get to see the southern parts of Disney e.g. Downtown Disney, MGM and Epcot and maybe not the northerly end like the Magic Kingdom.
I'd recommend keeping away from Animal Kingdom as it's not fair on the animals with all the noise at the low levels the helicopters fly at and there is not much to see as it's very leafy. The FAA charts recommended at least 2000 feet over AK when I did it.
ahh so thoughtful! hope the animals think of that when you go visit them??????[msnwink]
We had a ride when we were over a couple of weeks age. There are several places to choose from, we used the one on International Drive next to the race track restuarent, which also has the model train exhibition, and it can be seen from I-4. They have several tours to choose from and it depends how much you want to pay which one you take as they can get expensive. Great experience and the pilot we had was a good guide and pointed out the landmarks. I agree with Orlando Magic that it is an experience not to be missed and you won't regret it.[msnsmile2]
Every year I keep saying about the helicopter flights, this year I finally had a go. $25 for a short flight over disney from 192 and the flights started from $15, brilliant, loved it!! Next year having another go, longer flight. Go for it, you won't regret it.
Which one did you fly from Eagleydo?