Private Lake Placid Olympic Experience via Private Helicopter from NYC

Overview

Step into the spirit of the Olympics with a private helicopter journey from Manhattan to Lake Placid, host of the 1932 and 1980 Winter Games. This immersive experience blends adventure, history, and luxury in one unforgettable day. Enjoy a scenic flight to the Adirondacks before beginning your own Olympic-style challenge with a Torch Relay and Opening Ceremony. Choose from activities such as bobsledding, curling, skiing at Whiteface, skating on the Olympic Oval, or playing at the historic Herb Brooks Arena. Guests are timed and scored, with medals awarded at the end. After an action-packed day, unwind at Lake Placid Lodge, a Relais & Châteaux property, and enjoy a seasonal, locally inspired lunch overlooking the lake. Return to Manhattan by helicopter, concluding with a breathtaking NYC skyline tour. Availability: year-round (seasonal variations). Flight time: ~2 hours each way. Total duration: ~10 hours.

What's included

• ✓Roundtrip Helicopter Charter in Airbus AS350 or AS355 (depending on option booked)
• ✓Lunch at Lake Placid Lodge
• ✓Temporary Fuel Surcharge
• ✓Private Olympic Experience

What you'll do

1. 1

   Helicopter departs from Manhattan

   ⏱ 5 min
2. 2

   Learn more about the Olympics hosted here through exhibits and memorabilia.

   ⏱ 1 hour
3. 3

   Check out this Olympic complex on your private tour.

   ⏱ 1 hour
4. 4

   Learn more about this impressive arena.

   ⏱ 1 hour
5. 5

   See this Olympic complex on a private tour.

   ⏱ 1 hour
6. 6

   Helicopter arrives Manhattan

   ⏱ 5 min

Availability & pricing

2 tour options available. Pick your exact date & check live availability on the booking page.

Good to know

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Maximum weight 1000 lbs (453 kg) combined in 5-passenger Airbus helicopters.
• Children 18 years and under must be accompanied by an adult or have parental consent.
• Children under 2 years old fly at no cost if they can safely fit on parent's lap.
• Recommended minimum age to participate is 13 years.
• Wings Air Helicopters LLC assumes no liability for any services (ground transportation, photography, catering, hotel, etc.) arranged on client’s behalf with third parties.
• Experience is subject to providers’ availability, favorable weather conditions and helicopter maintenance; if canceled due to these reasons, ground transportation will be provided and a flight credit valid for one year.

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.