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Scenic helicopter tours from the Craig-y-Dderwen Riverside Hotel

We have organised from the hotel fantastic helicopter tours of the beautiful Snowdonia National Park a land of mountains and magic, waterfalls and wonder, it has it all, no other part of Britain has so much in such a compact area. Take a fantastic trip from the picturesque setting of Betws-y-Coed, to marvel at the breathtaking scenery.

All flights depart directly from the hotels grounds.

• 15 min Giants and Waterfalls - £79 pp
  The highlights of Snowdonia - Conwy falls, Dolwyddelan, Mount Snowdon, Capel Curig and the Swallow Falls.
• 30 min Magic and Mountains - £149 pp Betws, Dolwyddelan, Blaenau Ffestiniog, Portmeirion, Beddgelert and Mount Snowdon

Routes may vary depending on the weather; e.g. the 30 min flight could be changed to one that explores the Conwy Valley. Flights take place on certain weekends throughout the year please call for dates. Flights will be shared with up to 3 others. Max weight 17st. Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.

Have a look at our video below:

Available dates for 2022:

Sunday 27^th March

Saturday 16^th April

Sunday 8^th May

Saturday 21^st May

Sunday 19^th June

Saturday 9^th and Sunday 10^th July

Sunday 31^st July

Saturday 13^th August

Saturday 20^th and Sunday 21^st August

Sunday 11^th September

Saturday 24^th September

Sunday 9^th October

2023 dates to follow:

If you are interested in taking a flight please e-mail info@whizzardhelicopters.co.uk flight places are limited and demand has been very high.

(posted 29/11/2021)

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