Have you ever wished to see the beautiful Cape Cod beaches and islands from an aerial view? It is one of the most memorable sights you can have.
The most popular Cape Cod aerial tours are Cape Cod Airfield, Stick’n Rudder Aero Tours, and the P-Town Air tours. These tours come in aircrafts such as the Waco YMF Bi-plane, Seabee, Beech 18, antique taildraggers, and the Cessna Skyhawk.
If you’re looking for something different from a boat cruise or hiking, then an aerial tour is a perfect option for you.
Let’s take you through some of the best options available.
1. Cape Cod Airfield
Duration: 15 to 35 minutes
Rating: 5/5
Price: Starts from $200
Do you want to catch unbeatable views while flying in a vintage biplane? This ride is one of the best open-air experiences in Cape Cod and can last for 15, 25, or 35 minutes.
The Cape Cod Airfield tour is a bi-plane ride allowing you to ride in a 1930 replica design of the Waco YMF biplane. You will see Cape Cod from a bird’s eye view as you fly over Sandy Neck, Sagamore bridge, and Falmouth.
The Cape Cod Airfield sits in the woods flanked by lakes, oceans, and beaches. It has three grass intersecting runways and is home to 21 private planes such as the antique taildraggers, Beech 18, Seabee, and the Waco YMF-5 biplane.
It has a 5-star rating from Tripadvisor; you are guaranteed a great experience.
The plane is an open cockpit, but don’t worry about it getting windy; there is a windscreen.
If you’re worried about getting cold, you’re covered too. You’ll be sitting behind the engine, which offers you some warmth.
Who it’s best for?
The Cape Cod Airfield ride is excellent for families and couples looking to have a good time together. It’s a fantastic getaway.
Things to see in the Cape Cod Airfield tour
The ride offers remarkable views of the Cape Cod Canal, Sagamore Bridge, Sandwich, Sandy Neck Beach, and Falmouth.
Costs/Packages
There is different pricing for the Cape Cod Airfield tours.
For a 15-minute ride, you pay $200. A twenty-five-minute ride costs $250; thirty-five minutes goes for $325. There is also a one-hour ride for $550.
Sunset packages are available at $350 for thirty-five minutes and $575 for one hour.
The ride is for one or two persons, but you pay the same price whether you’re one or two, so bring a friend!
All payments are in cash but if you wish to pay with your credit card, add 3% on the pricing above.
Where to get tickets
Tickets are available on site. You can also make reservations by calling them on 508-428-8732.
Learn more about the Cape Cod Airfield tour on their website.
2. P-Town Air Tours
Duration: 1 hour
Rating: Not available
Price: Available by calling 508-428-8732
The P-Town Air Tours offers you an opportunity to fly over the Cape and catch glimpses of the sharks and seals. From the open-air ride, you witness some of the most scenic views of Cape Cod. You will fly in a renovated 1940 Waco UPF7 Biplane from Provincetown to Chatham.
The plane has a bit of history about it – it was sold in September 1940 to the Department of Defense.
At the time, it was used to train pilots in the department. The unique story behind it makes you feel like you’re reliving history as you enjoy your flight.
The rides can last for 15 minutes, 25 minutes, 35 minutes, and one hour.
Who it’s best for?
The P-Town Air tour is the perfect ride for family and friends.
Things to see
You will see Race Point Lighthouse, Wood End Lighthouse, Long Point Light Station, Cape Cod Canal, Sagamore Bridge, and the dunes and beaches across the Cape Cod National Seashore.
On a good summer afternoon, you will see sharks and whales dancing in the ocean.
Costs/Packages for P-Town Air Tours
Available throughout the week, two passengers can fly side by side.
Pricing is available when you call them on 508-428-8732.
Where to get tickets
You can book your ticket by calling the P-town Air Tours on 508-428-8732.
Learn more about the P-town Air Tours on their website.
3. Stick’n Rudder Aero Tours
Duration: 15 to 55 minutes.
Rating: 5/5
Price: Starts from $125
Stick’n Rudder Aero Tours is situated at Chatham Airport. The tours are 30 minutes to 1 hour long, offering a heart-pounding aerial experience of seeing the Cape from Pleasant Bay to the Chatham area. You can choose between a 2-passenger ride in the classic Waco Bi-Plane or the 3-passenger Cessna.
It is one of the best ways to see the Cape. From the breathtaking sights of the island to the refreshing view of the sandy shores, this tour is shades of exciting.
It has a 5-star rating on Tripadvisor.
Who it’s best for?
Stick’n Rudder Aero Tours are ideal for families, friends, and couples.
Things to see
The flight hovers around the “The Clam Digger”: an area encompassing Chatham, Orleans, and Provincetown. It’s the perfect vantage point to see the Cape Cod National Seashore.
You will also see the beauty of the lower cape region and Monomoy Island. If you’re lucky, you’ll see the sharks.
You can also see Lighthouses such as the Chatham Lighthouse, Nobska Point Lighthouse, and the Nauset Beach Light.
Depending on the tour package you opt for, you’re in for a great sightseeing experience.
Costs/Packages for the Stick’n Rudder Aero Tours
There are two flight options: the Waco Biplane for two passengers and the Cessna Skyhawk for three passengers.
Each flight is available for the Washashore, Clam Digger, and the Great White packages. All prices are per flight and not per person.
The Washashore package is a 15-minute ride. If you take the 3-passenger Cessna Skyhawk, it costs $125 per flight, and for the Waco Bi-plane, it’s $230.
The Clam Digger package is a 30-minute ride with the Skyhawk option going for $210 per flight, while the Bi-plane costs $360 per flight.
The third package is the Great White package. It’s 55 minutes long. The Skyhawk flight costs $300, while the Bi-plane costs $595 per flight.
Where to get tickets
You can order your tickets online via the Stick’n Rudder Aero Tours website.
4. Ryan Rotors
Duration: 30 minutes to 1hour
Rating: 5/5
Price: Starts from $75
With a fleet of 3 helicopters, Ryan Rotors offers a variety of tours. The helicopter ride has a 5-star rating.
Ryan Rotors Tour starts at Plymouth Harbor, and then it goes downtown before coming back to Plymouth Municipal Airport. The helicopter rides are available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Ride time ranges from 30 minutes to 1 hour.
Who it’s best for?
Ryan Rotors Tour is a good fit for adults of all ages.
Things to see on the Ryan Rotors Tour
You will fly over Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket Island.
Costs/Packages
The ride costs $75 per person, and you can have up to 3 passengers.
There is a weight limit of no more than 225lbs (102kg) per seat.
Where to get tickets
You’re required to reserve your spot before your Ryan Rotors tour by placing 508-945-2363.
You can also book your space at the “rides table” in Chatham Municipal Airport.
Summary
The aerial tours in Cape Cod come with a historic feel. The top tours are the Stick’n Rudder Aero Tours, P-Town Air tours, or the Cape Cod Airfield to enjoy the best bird’s eye view of Cape Cod. From the 1940 Waco UPF7 Biplane of the Department of Defense to the 1930 replica of the Waco YMF biplane, you can’t get these exciting flights anywhere else.
