VIRGINIA BEACH TOUR

Overview:

This is the tour that has it all—coastline, cityscape, military might, and a view that will stay with you for a lifetime.

Departing from Coastal Seaplanes in Yorktown, this 60 minute scenic flight begins with a breathtaking crossing over the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel, one of the great engineering wonders of the modern world. From there, you’ll fly past the historic Cape Henry Lighthouse, where the Atlantic Ocean meets the mouth of the Bay.

You’ll trace the shoreline down Virginia Beach, getting a bird’s-eye view of the resort strip, boardwalk, and rolling surf, before turning inland over the coastal wetlands and pine-lined inlets of Gum Swamp—a wild, undeveloped gem rarely seen from above.

Then the tour shifts from nature to naval history as you cruise over the Elizabeth River and into the beating heart of the region. Downtown Norfolk and Portsmouth unfold below you, rich with shipyards, bridges, and culture. You’ll pass directly over the mighty USS Wisconsin, docked at Nauticus Museum, and catch panoramic views of the skyline, historic districts, and ship channels.

The tour concludes with a westward crossing of the James River, descending gently over the Peninsula as you return to Yorktown. It’s an unforgettable blend of scenic beauty, history, and excitement—a little bit of everything Virginia has to offer, all from the best seat in the sky.