Maverick Helicopters, one of the largest aviation-based tourism companies in the world, has expanded its operations to Southern California, welcoming fliers to experience the US west coast from a new perspective.
In addition to stunning aerial views, Maverick Helicopters offers passengers various adventures including flights over the iconic Hollywood Sign to the untouched charm of Catalina Island.
Maverick Helicopters offers daily flights from its terminals in Long Beach, adjacent to the Queen Mary, and Catalina Island, in Avalon. Additional departure points across the greater Los Angeles area include Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), Orange County, Burbank, San Pedro, Hawthorne, and Santa Monica.
“Bringing our operations to Southern California and Catalina Island has been a wonderful opportunity, and we are so thankful to the welcoming community,” said John Buch, president of Maverick Helicopters. “We are proud to offer Southern California residents and visitors a new selection of exciting helicopter experiences.”
A detailed description of the new tours on offer are below:
Hollywood & Beyond
The Hollywood & Beyond aerial tour soars over iconic landmarks in Hollywood, Santa Monica, and Beverly Hills with dazzling views of the Pacific Ocean. Beginning in Long Beach, the 40-minute flight glides past the vibrant Ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles, among the world’s busiest seaport hubs. Passengers will enjoy breath-taking bird’s-eye views of Sunset Boulevard, the exclusive Hollywood Hills and Bel Air, the upscale Rodeo Drive, Hollywood Bowl, Dodger Stadium, Universal Studios, the world-famous Hollywood Sign, and more. This flight concludes with a flyover of Long Beach, including the downtown area and the historic Queen Mary. The Hollywood & Beyond flight retail rates start at $379 per passenger.
Coastal California
Passengers will witness the beauty of the Southern California coast from an unparalleled vantage point with a 30-minute luxury helicopter experience. Departing from Long Beach, the Coastal California flight will soar over the breath-taking Pacific Ocean coastline, revealing exquisite architectural residences, extravagant seaside resorts, and lavish golf resorts. The stunning panoramas continue with views of the iconic Huntington Beach Pier, Balboa Island, and Laguna Beach. Glimpses of California’s diverse marine life can be seen throughout the flight, often witnessed in the glistening waters along the Pacific Coast Highway and world-renowned surf beaches. The Coastal California flight retail rates start at $279 per passenger.
Catalina Explorer
With the Catalina Explorer flight, passengers will depart on a 20-minute aerial tour over the mostly untouched natural beauty of the 22-mile-long island sanctuary. The journey begins over the city of Avalon, the vibrant centrepiece of Catalina Island, brimming with rich history. Travel past the Catalina Casino, Descanso Beach Club, and Hamilton Cove. Roaming buffalo, soaring eagles, and majestic dolphins can be seen when soaring over the beautiful beaches and secluded coves. The adventure ends by passing the Wrigley Memorial & Botanic Garden, the historic Catalina Island Golf Course, and the island’s highest peak, Mount Orizaba, then descending past Avalon Bay one last time. The Catalina Explorer flight retail rates start at $199 per passenger.
