For a totally different perspective, consider an aerial tour of the Georgia Mountains. These customized rides in a helicopter, airplane, seaplane, or even a hot air balloon will be a thrilling experience like no other.
Many of the flights are available from the North metro Atlanta area which is a very short flight to the mountains. You’ll be able to watch the geography change from the gentle rolling hills in the city to the bigger mountains in the foothills of the Appalachians.
Be sure to check Groupon as there are occasionally discounted rides available!
Biplane Tours of the Georgia Mountains
This group offers vintage biplane rides and tours in the Atlanta area and North Georgia mountains. Try an aerobatic thrill ride or a gentle sightseeing ride for two including a chance to view the sunset from the air. After your flight, enjoy a dinner at the Kennesaw airport at Elevation Chop House.
Biplane Adventures
CONTACT & VISIT
- PHONE: +1 (770) 364-8746
- ADDRESS: 1723 Mcollum Parkway, Kennesaw, GA
REVIEWS & SOCIAL MEDIA
- Facebook: 325+ Likes
- TripAdvisor: Rated 5.0 (6 TripAdvisor reviews)
- GROUPON: Rated 4.4 (15+ Groupon reviews)
Seaplane Tours of the Georgia Mountains
For a truly unique experience, try a Seaplane Tour of the Georgia Mountains and enjoy the mountain scenery with a “Splash and Dash” seaplane splashdown on Lake Blue Ridge, Lake Notley, or Lake Chatuge! Various packages available or design your own custom experience!
Wing N It Adventures
Located at The Ridges Marina (on Lake Chatuge in Young Harris, GA), the seaplanes can accomodate up to 3 passengers at a time with a combined total weight of 450 pounds. Enjoy a 60 minute flight tour on the Mountain Views Package that includes a deluxe tour of Lake Blue Ridge, Lake Nottely, Lake Chatuge, and the beautiful views of the Georgia Mountains region.
They can also put together a custom tour for you upon request.
CONTACT & VISIT
- PHONE: +1 (678) 971-9922
- ADDRESS: 3499 US Highway 76, Young Harris, GA
REVIEWS & SOCIAL MEDIA
Helicopter Tours of the Georgia Mountains
There are a couple of choices to fly around the Georgia mountains in a helicopter! Choose the one that is most convenient or the tour that most appeals to you.
Atlanta Heli / North Atlanta Exective Air Service
This group specializes in helicopter charters, but also offers helicopter tour packages to some of Georgia’s most beautiful places.
Enjoy a variety of amazing aerial perspective and tour options including a 50 to 60 minute scenic flight of Amicalola Falls (729 foot waterfall at the southern end of the Blue Ridge Mountains). Enjoy the beautiful natural mountain scenery and when in season view the gorgeous colors of the fall foliage and Burt’s Pumpkin Patch.
CONTACT & VISIT
- PHONE: +1 (678) 362-3415
- ADDRESS: 3948 Aviation Circle, Atlanta, GA
REVIEWS & SOCIAL MEDIA
- Facebook: 180+ Likes
- Instagram: @northatlantaexecutive (260+ followers)
- TripAdvisor
- GROUPON: Rated 4.8 (630+ Groupon reviews)
Blue Ridge Helicopters
Based in Lawrenceville, GA (at the Gwinnett County airport), this group has several options that you can choose from day to night. If you totally love the helicopter flight experience, they even offer lessons so that you can start working towards your pilot’s license!
CONTACT & VISIT
- PHONE: +1 (770) 963-0590
- ADDRESS: 850 Airport Rd, Lawrenceville, GA
REVIEWS & SOCIAL MEDIA
- Facebook: Rated 5.0 (20+ reviews), 500+ Likes
- TripAdvisor: Rated 5.0 (15 TripAdvisor reviews)
- GROUPON: Rated 4.8 (375+ Groupon reviews)
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If you prefer the more natural experience of a non-motorized flight, see the separate post about your options to enjoy a hot air baloon ride over the mountains.
Have a great flight!!