DISCOVERING VAL THORENS AND THE AREA BY HELICOPTER
Located at 2300 m asl, Val Thorens happens to be just below the permanent snow line.
Savoie Hélicoptères and its highly experienced pilots take you to the discovery its turquoise lakes, craggy ridges, and vales covered in flowers.
Discover Les 3 Vallées and Mont-Blanc with scenic flights livened up by our pilots' extensive knowledge of local geography.
Staying in Val Thorens? Savoie Hélicoptères, specialist in helicopter-based activities, offers a range of scenic or gourmet flights.
This ski resort will be the spot to start learning how to fly a helicopter while benefiting from unique scenery.
Rely on our team to spice up your holiday in Savoie during your stay in Val Thorens or in Les Ménuires. We offer a wide array of helicopter tours departing from Val Thorens.
SCENIC FLIGHT LES 3 VALLÉES FROM VAL THORENS
15 minutes – Private helicopter tour 1250 €
Set off to discover the Savoyard territory of Les 3 Vallées from a helicopter. Soar over the iconic summits and mythical mountain resorts of Courchevel, Méribel, Les Menuires…
Opt for a scenic flight to admire the marvels of nature.
A sightseeing flight to experience on your own, as a couple, with friends, or with family.
SCENIC FLIGHT LES 3 VALLÉES FROM VAL THORENS
30 minutes – Private helicopter tour 2000 €
Set off to discover the Savoyard territory of Les 3 Vallées from a helicopter. Soar over the iconic summits and mythical mountain resorts of Courchevel, Méribel, Les Menuires…
Opt for a scenic flight to admire the marvels of nature.
A sightseeing flight to experience on your own, as a couple, with friends, or with family.
HELICOPTER RIDE AROUND MONT-BLANC FROM THE SKI RESORT
45 minutes – Private helicopter tour : 2450 €
Dreaming of a helicopter flight above the roof of Europe? An helicopter ride around Mont-Blanc is what you need to grasp the grandeur of the Alps.
Taking off from Val Thorens with Savoie Hélicoptères, soar over the natural marvels of the Alps. This flight is the best way to sight the Glacier du Géant and the Mer de Glace, both located in the north of the Mont Blanc Massif. Take off to the discovery of the Aiguille du Midi, highest of the Chamonix peaks.
No doubt you’ll be struck by the dazzling beauty of this scenic flight.
HELICOPTER FLYING COURSE - VAL THORENS
Wherever you go, take time to explore the area and its cultural heritage by helicopter.
Savoie Hélicoptères gives you the opportunity to experience the delight of flying a helicopter with an introduction to helicopter flying course.
From Val Thorens, make a childhood dream come true: learn to fly.
Get familiar with basic maneuvers, the theory underlying the science of flying, and the safety rules while enjoying spectacular scenery.
Give in to the temptation to learn the basics of flying a helicopter with Savoie Hélicoptères.
SKYDIVING FROM A HELICOPTER IN VAL THORENS
Savoie Hélicoptères gives you the opportunity to live an experience that you won’t find anywhere else in Europe! Come and experience skydiving from a helicopter.
We’ll take you to an altitude of 6000 m asl for a long and dizzying descent with our partner, specialist in freefall at high altitude.
AERIAL TRANSFER BY HELICOPTER FROM / TO VAL THORENS
Pricing on request
Whether you wish to reach an international airport, a town or a ski resort, rely on Savoie Hélicoptères' aerial transfer services from / to Val Thorens. This allows you to reach, in a couple of minutes, Courchevel or any other destination.
Our team will handle each step of your journey, from your arrival in our altiport to your destination.
Enjoy comfortable and safe travel while saving time with our helicopter transfer flights.
DISCOVER VAL THORENS, HIGHEST MOUNTAIN RESORT IN EUROPE
Highest mountain resort in Europe, Val Thorens is located at an elevation of 2300 m.
Displaying very high standards in terms of equipment and service quality, Val Thorens has many times been awarded the prize of best European destination, and even best ski resort in the World.
In 2016, it got labelled “Famille Plus Montagne” (family and mountain), “Station Grand Domaine” and “Station Nouvelles Glisses”.
The mountain resort has also received, along with other French ski resorts, the Top of the French Alps label. (TOTFA)
In short, “Val Tho” never disappoints. It has everything you need to experience an enjoyable stay.
In summer, Val Thorens provides its visitors with the opportunity to benefit from the advantages of altitude and to enjoy modern sports infrastructures tailored to the whole family.
Summer activities such as bow shooting, zipline, canyoning, climbing, and much more, are accessible to all.
In winter, the large ski area is yours! Alongside, of course, a great deal of winter activities other than skiing.
Try breath-holding under the ice, karting, mountain biking on the snow, or dare enrolling on an introduction to helicopter flying course… So many challenges to take up!
SIGHTSEEING FLIGHTS - FAQ
Most frequently asked questions regarding scenic helicopter flights.
Important information: a helicopter requires a special focus on weight distribution for safety reasons. If your weight is over 110kg, we invite you to contact our staff. They'll make sure that you get all the comfort you deserve.
🚁 HOW MANY PEOPLE CAN EMBARK ON THE HELICOPTER
Our helicopters can carry 5 to 6 passengers depending on the profiles' distribution of the passengers (men, women, kids)
👨⚕️ WHAT'S THE MINIMUM AGE TO CLIMB ABOARD A HELICOPTER?
Scenic flights at high altitude are not recommended to children under 6 years old as their ears aren't developed enough to bear the quick variations of altitude on the helicopter. We recommend lower altitude flights. We are at your disposal should you need more information!
💰IS THERE A SPECIAL PRICE FOR CHILDREN?
Although we would be happy to offer lower prices to children to foster the dicovery of helicopter flights, there's no discount for them as they occupy a seat, as an adult would.
☀️ DO WE NEED TO BOOK OUR HELICOPTER FLIGHT A LONG WAY IN ADVANCE?
We encourage you to contact us at least a week in advance to book a flight, even though we'll check the weather conditions one day before the flight to confirm it.
🚁 CAN I CHOOSE MY SEAT IN THE HELICOPTER?
The distribution of passengers is arranged by the staff and the pilot. They will tell you where to seat. Don't worry: every seat has a great view. For your safety, we invite you to answer our questions will full transparency as this will help us distribute the weight equally in the aircraft.
♿ IS THE HELICOPTER ADAPTED TO PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES?
If you can't climb aboard the helicopter on your own, we'll take the necessary measures to welcome you properly as soon as we have been informed about your situation. Our premises are adapted to people with reduced mobility.
👨⚕️ I AM PREGNANT - I AM AN ELDERLY PERSON, CAN A FLY ON A HELICOPTER?
It's all good for us! Nevertheless, if you have doubts, get a medical confirmation! 😊