Top Westchester County Outdoor Activities

Treat your sweetie to a romantic helicopter sightseeing flight over New York City for a special occasion. Fly with your private pilot from Westchester Airport to Manhattan at your choice of afternoon, sunset, or evening. The flight lets you admire NYC landmarks such as Central Park, Times Square, and the Statue of Liberty without the hassle of navigating traffic or public transportation.

Soar high above New York City and the beautiful Hudson Valley on this guided helicopter tour. Beginning at the Westchester County Airport in White Plains choose from a three- or five-passenger helicopter. See Tarrytown Castle, the Tappan Zee Bridge, the Hudson River Palisades, Central Park and Yankee Stadium. Select from a 30- or 45-minute flight, the latter heading downtown toward Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty, plus Freedom Tower, Battery Park and more.

Experience the thrill of flying a helicopter just a short drive from New York City. With this beginner-friendly experience that's perfect for aviation enthusiasts, you start with a lesson covering safety protocols and flying techniques. Then hop aboard your Robinson helicopter and take to the skies. With the help of your instructor, you'll whisk into the air to enjoy the bird's-eye views, and even take the controls and fly yourself.

Relax into nature with this guided group forest bathing experience in Woodland Park near Peekskill. This is a sensory-based session, based on Shinrin-yoku, or forest bathing. Your guide will facilitate this process, and invite you to share afterwards. This is about a two hour session in the wilderness.

Fly high over New York City's famous skyline on this private helicopter tour from Westchester. Reach the city quickly and safely, ensconced in the comfortable seats of the private helicopter, then fly around the famous skyline. Enjoy views and photo ops accompanied by your guide's commentary, tailored to your interests.

Experience the brilliant colors of fall in the Hudson Valley on a fall foliage helicopter tour. Beginning at the Westchester County Airport in White Plains, board a helicopter with other passengers, then listen as the pilot narrates the journey over landmarks like Tarrytown Castle and the Tappan Zee Bridge. Select from a 30- or 45-minute flight, the latter featuring views of the Bannerman Castle and Dick's Castle and more. An additional airport fee is due at the time of check-in.

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Take leaf-peeping to the extreme and view the fall colors of Westchester County from above the treetops in this romantic helicopter tour for couples. Take off from Westchester airport under the care of an experienced pilot who will narrate the tour as you view autumn leaves among landmarks such as Castle-on-Hudson, Bear Mountain, and Indian Point Energy Center.

Hover over the flame-red leaves of the Hudson Valley’s fall foliage on a seasonal helicopter tour. Fly over Westchester County landmarks such as the Yonkers Waterfront and Tappan Zee Bridge, or upgrade to include a Bear Mountain flyover. This tour is ideal for fall foliage pilgrims; plus, the a private pilot ensures you'll receive undivided attention.