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Great trip
It was great, pilot pointed out all the sights, we flew over golden gate bridge, over the city and round alcatraz
San Francisco Golden Gate Seaplane Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 30 min
- Price from
- $12 / person
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 150 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 6
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Meeting point
- We will check you in to our main starting point in Mill Valley. Please arrive 15min prior to your flight.
- Confirmation
- Instant
Prices checked on Sep 11, 2026Things to do in San Francisco
Description
See the beauty of the Golden Gate Bridge, the drama of Alcatraz Island and the lush forest of Muir Woods on a seaplane tour of San Francisco! The beauty of the green and gold hills of wine country and the deep blue expanses of the Pacific Ocean can only be truly appreciated from the air, and your guaranteed window seat will provide unparalleled views of the City by the Bay. The perfect addition to your San Francisco itinerary!
Tour Options
Itinerary
Check-in for your flight.
Fly over Stinson Beach.
Fly over Muir Woods National Monument with its towering old-growth redwood trees.
See the hilly peninsula at the southermost end of Marin called the Marin Headlands.
Get a bird's eye view of the Golden Gate Bridge.
The Financial District is San Francisco's business center.
Pier 39 is best known for its popular shopping center and tourist attractions.
Fisherman's Wharf, located at the northen waterfront is one of the city's busiest tourist areas.
Alcatraz penitentiary or best know around the world as The Rock.
Angel Island is the largest natural island in San Francisco Bay.
Highlights
Experienced and professional pilot
30-minute Seaplane flight
What's included
Included
Experienced and professional pilot
30-minute Seaplane flight
Not included
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Traveller Ratings
4.9
150 reviews
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Tour prices are per person, with a MINIMUM OF TWO ADULTS REQUIRED PER BOOKING. Individuals who book for only 1 passenger will be required to pay price for second passenger directly to operator upon check-in
- Seaplane seats a maximum of 6 passengers
- Flight route may vary due to weather or other factors
- It is recommended to bring a child seat for babies and/or young children
- At the time of booking please provide local contact details
Frequently asked questions
How long does San Francisco Golden Gate Seaplane Tour take?
San Francisco Golden Gate Seaplane Tour lasts about 30 min. The itinerary has 10 stops.
How much does San Francisco Golden Gate Seaplane Tour cost?
Prices start at $12 per person for this San Francisco experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel San Francisco Golden Gate Seaplane Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is We will check you in to our main starting point in Mill Valley. Please arrive 15min prior to your flight. . Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is San Francisco Golden Gate Seaplane Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 6 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap It is recommended to bring a child seat for babies and/or young children
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(150)
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Fly over the golden gate bridge
An amazing way to see the golden gate bridge.. fly over it. Aerial views of not only the bridge but also Alcatraz and we even saw a whale. Our pilot Aaron was very knowledgeable. The flight was smooth, and for what you see and what you hear the price is ok as well. Do that once in a lifetime experience.
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Better than I expected !
Was awesome all around. Originally booked for the seaplane but it had to do some maintenance so they offered a helicopter ride which we accepted and honestly the helicopter was a 10/10 experience. The pilot made it comfortable and was great the whole time. Views are amazing and I will be telling people to try this at least once in their lifetime .
R
Admire Golden Gate and San Francisco from a seaplane.
What a fantastic experience! Mett a seaplane take off from Sausalito, over the Golden Gate bridge, San Francisco Bay and admire the city itself from the air. Highly recommended.
L
Amazing Experience
Wonderful experience. Pilot was very personable, knowledgeable and funny. Beautiful views. Felt safe
J
Worth every penny: superb experience from star to finish
Superb from start to finish. We had to make some scheduling changes, which they accommodated without a fuss. The trip just before sunset was spectacular- Eve, our pilot, couldn't have been a better tour guide. Friendly, helpful, informative and enthusiastic. Our 30 min trip was probably 45 mins in the end, finishing off with some great pics in front of the Sea Plane. 100% recommended (and I live here!)
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Fantastic Fog Skimming
A great experience and a great way to see San Francisco and the Bay Area from the air. Aaron our pilot was very experienced and gave us confidence and we were able to get beautiful photos of the bridge, Sausalito and San Francisco.
F
São Francisco pelo ar. It's actually worth it!
A phenomenal and spectacular experience is a great way to see San Francisco from the air, led by a true commander and wolf from the air, on a very reliable and safe plane.
S
Very nice!
Very nice flight and excellent pilot! I recommend!! The Shuttle Service was not available but taxi costs were covered.
N
Highly recommend!
We booked a seaplane tour over San Francisco but didn’t have enough people, so we switched to a helicopter tour—and ended up loving it! Our pilot, Mike, was smooth, friendly, and made the experience unforgettable. The views are incredible ! The only hiccup was the meeting place info on Viator—it was incorrect, and Aero Adventures doesn’t offer shuttles, so we almost missed it. So beware when booking this tour, you need to drive to the SeaPlane adventures. Thankfully, Aero was very accommodating and helped us make it. I highly recommend any of the air tours from Aero Adventures!
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