Grand Canyon Tour by Helicopter
About this tour
Join the ultimate shared helicopter sightseeing tour from the Grand Canyon Helicopters terminal at Grand Canyon National Park Airport (GCN) in Tusayan, just south of Grand Canyon Village. The state-of-the-art helicopter rises above the forested plateau, then fly over the canyon's depths as you head toward the stunning Little Colorado River confluence, peering over 5,000 feet down to where the rivers meet. Next, glide past Imperial Point near the North Rim at plateau level for intimate views of towering cliffs and the lush forests that thrive in this cooler, wetter climate unlike the arid South Rim. The return sweeps through the breathtaking Dragon Corridor, the canyon's most dramatic and photogenic stretch, before tracing the South Rim back to Tusayan.
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Highlights
- ✓Government fees
- ✓anding and/or facility fees
- ✓Surcharges on fuel
- ✓Parking fees
Itinerary
Stop 1
Depart from the Grand Canyon Helicopters terminal at Grand Canyon National Park Airport in Tusayan and climb above the Kaibab National Forest before crossing the South Rim, where the ground seems to drop away and the canyon opens more than a mile deep below.
Stop 2
Fly toward the dramatic confluence of the Little Colorado River with the main Colorado River, looking more than 5,000 feet down into the inner gorge at vivid rock colors, sharp canyon walls and the contrasting river channels.
Stop 3
Drift past Imperial Point, a striking sandstone spire standing alone near the North Rim, while flying at roughly the same elevation as the plateau for unusually close views of the cliffs and mesas.
Stop 4
Continue along the North Rim, where higher elevation, cooler temperatures and thicker forests create a very different landscape and habitat compared to the arid South Rim, supporting plant and animal communities unique to this side of the canyon.
Stop 5
Turn back toward the South Rim via the Dragon Corridor, one of the widest and deepest sections of the canyon, where sweeping rock walls and layered colors offer some of the most spectacular photo opportunities before you follow the rim back toward Tusayan and the terminal.
Included
- ✓ Government fees
- ✓ anding and/or facility fees
- ✓ Surcharges on fuel
- ✓ Parking fees
Not included
- ✕ Gratuities
- ✕ Private transportation
From
$454.9 USD
per person, price varies by group size & date
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Helicopter tours in Grand Canyon, Arizona
Flying below the rim of the Grand Canyon and between its layered red-rock walls is one of the few ways to see the canyon's true scale. Most tours depart from Las Vegas or nearby airstrips.
When's the best time to fly?
Spring and fall offer the clearest skies and most comfortable temperatures. Summer brings the longest days and most availability but also the most heat and haze; winter is quieter with dramatic light, though flights occasionally get rescheduled around storms.
What should I bring?
A light jacket even in summer (it's cooler at altitude and inside the canyon), sunglasses, and a camera with a wrist strap.
What if the weather doesn't cooperate?
Like most operators, tours in the Grand Canyon have standard weight and balance limits (you may be asked your weight when booking or checking in), and pilots will delay or reschedule rather than fly in unsafe wind, low visibility, or storms. Booking a tour with free cancellation means a weather delay won't cost you anything.
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| Tour | Duration | Rating | Landing | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Canyon Tour by HelicopterThis tour | Duration varies | 3.0 (2) | N/A | From $454.9 | |
| 45-minute Helicopter Flight Over the Grand Canyon from Tusayan, Arizona | 45 min | 4.8 (2032) | N/A | From $359.32 | View → |
| 25-minute Grand Canyon Dancer Helicopter Tour from Tusayan, Arizona | 25 min | 4.8 (66) | N/A | From $330.24 | View → |
| Grand Canyon Helicopter 45-Minute Flight with Optional Hummer Tour | 45 min | 4.7 (337) | N/A | From $359 | View → |
From
$454.9 USD
per person, price varies by group size & date
Check availabilityYou'll complete your booking securely on Viator
- ⏱ Duration varies
- 📍 Grand Canyon, Arizona
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