Zhangjiajie Helicopter Tour (2026 Ultimate Guide)

  • Zhangjiajie Helicopter Tour offering A bird’s-eye view of the UNESCO-listed sandstone peaks is one of Zhangjiajie’s most exclusive experiences. The Helicopter tours operate at Wulingyuan Biaozhi Gate Helipad (main base), with fixed routes and customizable private flights, strictly regulated by CAAC (Civil Aviation Administration of China) for safety.

    Core Flight Routes & Duration (2026 Latest)

    Route Distance Duration Key Sights Best For
    A (Short Hop) 10 km 5–8 mins Baofeng Lake, Baizhang Gorge First-timers, budget travelers, photo stops
    B (Classic Peak Forest) 35 km 12–15mins Baofeng Lake, Wulingyuan Town, Forest Park peaks Most popular, group tours, aerial Avatar views
    C (Grand Canyon & Cave Loop) 75 km 25-30mins Grand Canyon (Glass Bridge), Yellow Dragon Cave, Wulingyuan core

    Booking & Pricing (2026)

    Pricing (Per Person, Subject to Group Size & Season)

    Route Peak Season (Mar–Nov) Off-Season (Dec–Feb) Private Charter (Min 2 Pax)
    A (10 km) ~CNY 880 ~CNY 680 CNY 1,600 (2 pax)
    B (35 km) ~CNY 1,580 ~CNY 1,280 CNY 2,980 (2 pax)
    C (75 km) ~CNY 2,680 ~CNY 2,180 CNY 5,200 (2 pax)
    D (Custom) Contact for quote Contact for quote Min CNY 8,000 (40 mins)