About 1000 Islands Helicopter Tours
Here at 1000 Islands Helicopter Tours / Kouri’s Kopters we’re all family. This means that as soon as you step through our doors our staff welcome you with open arms. We aim to provide you with the best experience that provides you with memories that will last a lifetime. With this new perspective let our crew provide you a Service above the Rest.
Every year thousands of people walk through the doors and get to experience the 1000 Islands from the air. Their experience is inevitably satisfying, seen through the achievement of the 2022 Gold Star Award of Excellence on Trip Advisor.
Along with this recognition, in 2016 the company’s 20-minute Boldt Castle Tour was considered to be one of Ontario’s signature experiences. By 2019, the 30-minute 2 Castle Tour was labeled a Canadian Signature Experience. Make sure to put a helicopter tour over the 1000 Islands on your must do list.
Our Team
Our Fleet
The R44 helicopter is a 4 seat, (3 passenger, 1 pilot) helicopter that is capable of a cruise speed of 180km/hour. With an enclosed cabin, and two rows of side by side seating, all passengers receive a unobstructed views from every seat .
The R44 has the best safety record in its class, and is the best selling helicopter in the world. Robinson Helicopters, founded in 1973, in the first 40 years of business, produced over 10,000 helicopters. In 2013 Robinson produced over 500 Helicopters. Over 6300 R44’s to date.
Our helicopters are ideal for an enjoyable, smooth ride while offering stunning all-around views.
Our
Beginnings
How it all started...
1000 Islands Helicopter Tours is the regions top way to see the beautiful 1000 Islands. It falls under its parent company, Kouri’s Kopters Inc., which holds their own air operators certificate. Our beginnings started May 2014 in Gananoque. The fleet consisted of 2, R44 helicopters and only provided tours of the 1000 Islands.
Since our beginnings, the company has expanded to 5 tours and 4 unique packages that people from all around the world come to enjoy!
Mike Kouri
As the founder of both MB Kouri Insurance and Kouri’s Kopters, Mike’s ambition, focus and unshakable determination can only be equaled by his sincerity and love of life. Regretfully, Mike passed away in November, 2011. To us, he was more than a father or businessman; he was a man of unquestionable character and we will always hold dear his spirit of life and love for helicopters. Mike has left his indelible mark and continues to live on within every one of us here at Kouri’s Kopters. Our challenge is to continue his legacy of “Service Above The Rest” – not just as his company motto, but as his way of living.
EWELINA SOBALA-KOURI
Our driving force...
Our beginnings could not have happened without beloved wife of Dave Kouri, Ewelina. She was our biggest advocate. She was the driving force behind our marketing and the best fighter in our corner for the tourism industry. Ewelina carved out her own path with her strength, determination and love of the industry. Regretfully, Ewelina passed away in the spring of 2017. We continue to channel her energy and passion for both the company and the region in pursuit of our role in the global tourism market.
" Thank you so much for the wonderful opportunity to fly in a helicopter over some of the most beautiful scenery in the world!"
