Sedona Sunset Helicopter Tour — Secret Wilderness 35-Minute Red Rock Flight
Difficulty
easy
Duration
35 minutes (flight time)
Fitness Level
No special fitness required—suitable for most travelers who can step into a low helicopter cabin.
Overview
Lift off at sunset and watch Sedona’s red rocks reshape themselves under changing light. This 35-minute helicopter tour covers more than 45 miles of canyons, cliff dwellings, and iconic formations for a compact, cinematic introduction to the area.
Sedona Sunset Helicopter Tour — Secret Wilderness 35-Minute Red Rock Flight
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The rotors bloom into life and the little helicopter lifts, trading the steady thud of engines for a quiet, headset-filtered hush. Below, Sedona’s red fins and box canyons tilt gold as the sun slides toward the Mogollon Rim. For 35 minutes the aircraft traces a loose loop more than 45 miles long: Cathedral Rock shrinks then reasserts itself, Bell Rock stands like a rounded prow, and Boynton Canyon opens like a page revealing Sinagua cliff dwellings tucked into shaded ledges.
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Adventure Tips
Book the sunset slot early
Sunset flights sell out fast—reserve at least a week ahead in high season to secure a good time and seat position.
Bring a secure camera strap
Use a wrist or neck strap—there’s no safe place to set gear in a helicopter and photos are taken through open doors or large windows.
Check weight and passenger rules
Operators require guest weights at booking and infants must ride on laps; confirm policies before arrival to avoid last-minute issues.
Dress in layers for changing temps
Evenings cool quickly in the desert; a light jacket or wind layer keeps you comfortable during takeoff and after landing.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Mule deer
- Red-tailed hawk
History
The flight passes Sinagua cliff dwellings—remnants of a pre-Columbian people who occupied the region from roughly AD 600 to 1400—and modern structures like the Chapel of the Holy Cross built into the rock in the 1950s.
Conservation
Pilots use designated flight paths and maintain altitude rules to limit disturbance to wildlife and preserve the experience for hikers; visitors should avoid seeking access to fragile archaeological sites.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Camera with strap
A fast-lens camera or smartphone with a secure strap captures the low-angle light and wide formations.
Light jacket or windbreaker
Desert evenings chill quickly; a thin insulated layer keeps you warm after landing.
fall specific
Sunglasses and hat
Useful during ground time while waiting and for protecting eyes from glare during taxi and preflight.
summer specific
Small daypack or crossbody bag
Keeps personal items secure at the meeting point and allows quick stowage before boarding.