easy
1–2 hours
Suitable for most fitness levels; minimal physical effort required
Take to the skies above Sedona’s iconic red rocks with Guidance Air’s scenic flights, offering unmatched views of sandstone spires, canyons, and desert wildlife. Discover why this aerial adventure company is a unique gateway to the Southwest’s natural and cultural wonders.
Sedona, Arizona offers some of the most striking desert landscapes in the Southwest, and Guidance Air turns these vistas into unforgettable aerial adventures. Operating within the iconic red rock formations that make this region famous, Guidance Air provides a series of scenic flights that bring the area's distinctive geological features—and local history—into sharp focus from above.
Their offerings, including the Dust Devil, Anasazi Scenic Tour, Cathedral Scenic Tour, and Skyline Scenic Tour, highlight key landmarks like towering sandstone spires, deep canyons, and the winding Oak Creek Canyon. These flights offer a fresh perspective on Sedona’s unique sandstone features, created through millions of years of erosion, with the Desert Thunder and Sacred Spires tours adding dramatic flair to the lineup. Beyond natural beauty, tours like the Wild West and Secret Wilderness Scenic Tour weave in narratives of the region’s historic Anasazi inhabitants and Old West lore, enhancing the experience.
One standout is the Extended Sunset Flight w/Dinner, which pairs the breathtaking colors of a desert sunset with an evening meal, capturing the desert’s palette as light fades. It's a rare way to witness how the desert's light and shadow shift, accentuating the sculpted rock faces and vast open sky unique to the American Southwest.
Guidance Air’s skillful pilots bring you close to remote areas inaccessible by foot or vehicle, offering opportunities to spot local wildlife like desert coyotes or soaring hawks. The company’s presence in Sedona enriches outdoor adventure tourism by blending sightseeing with cultural storytelling, elevating simple sightseeing flights into immersive journeys.
Travelers seeking a fresh angle on Sedona’s outdoor wonders will find these aerial tours a powerful complement to ground-based hiking and biking adventures. Guidance Air opens the skies in a way few other operations can, making it an essential stop for visitors wanting to understand this desert’s landscape from all dimensions.
Sedona’s scenic tours fill up quickly, especially during peak seasons, so secure your spot in advance.
The desert sun can be intense; protect your eyes and skin even when flying.
Tours may be rescheduled due to wind or visibility; check local conditions before your flight.
Use a compact camera or smartphone and avoid bulky gear to capture the best aerial shots.
Sedona’s landscape is shaped in part by ancient Anasazi dwellings and legends, which are highlighted during culturally themed tours like the Anasazi Scenic Tour.
Guidance Air operates with a commitment to minimizing noise pollution and respecting wildlife habitats to protect Sedona’s pristine environment.
Protect your eyes from bright desert sunlight during flights.
Evening and early morning flights can be cool; layering helps maintain comfort.
fall specific
Capture sharp aerial photos without bulky equipment.
Stay hydrated in the dry desert air, especially during warm months.
summer specific