Helicopter Tour of the North Canyon with Optional Hummer Excursion
About this tour
If you're visiting the Grand Canyon National Park, a helicopter tour is the only way to truly see the entire South Rim! Arrive at our state-of-the-art air terminal near the park entrance and board a 25-30 minute flight aboard a luxury sightseeing helicopter. You'll discover aerial views of the striped canyon walls, the Colorado River raging between them, the lush Kaibab Forest lining the canyon's surface, and the elusive North Rim. You can also upgrade your Grand Canyon helicopter tour to include a ground excursion aboard an open-air Hummer vehicle that stops at multiple stunning lookout points along the canyon's edge. Important Notice: Effective January 1, 2026, Grand Canyon National Park will implement entrance fees for non-U.S. residents on commercial ground tours, including Hummer combos. International guests must purchase a $250 pass or pay $100 per adult. Children 15 and under are free.
Highlights
- ✓Air tour from Grand Canyon South Rim Heliport on a state-of-the-art Bell Helicopter
- ✓Professional and Knowledgeable Driver-Guide (if Hummer option selected)
Itinerary
Stop 1
Enjoy a memorable helicopter experience over the Southern and Northern Rims of the Grand Canyon. You will have a "birds eye view" to this Natural Wonder of the World! After flying over the Kaibab National Forest, you will enter the Dragon Corridor, the deepest and widest part of the Grand Canyon. Marvel at the Canyon's legendary beauty while relaxing in comfort. Have your camera ready as the colorful vistas will leave you awe-struck. These sights, only accessible from a helicopter, will sure to be a topic of discussion for years to come!
Stop 2
If you select the 'Hummer' option, after you have landed you will travel to the Grand Canyon National Park with stops that may include Moran Point, Grandview Point, and other points of interest along the rim on an approximate 2 hour hummer tour. Your expert guide will point out all the highlights on your journey to the most picturesque parts of the Grand Canyon National Park.
Included
- ✓ Air tour from Grand Canyon South Rim Heliport on a state-of-the-art Bell Helicopter
- ✓ Professional and Knowledgeable Driver-Guide (if Hummer option selected)
Not included
- ✕ Gratuities
- ✕ Hotel pickup and drop-off
- ✕ Hummer Tour (Unless Option is selected)
- ✕ Entrance fees
From
$269 USD
per person, price varies by group size & date
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If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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.
Compare tours in Grand Canyon, Arizona
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Landing | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Helicopter Tour of the North Canyon with Optional Hummer ExcursionThis tour | Duration varies | 4.6 (203) | N/A | From $269 | |
| 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
$269 USD
per person, price varies by group size & date
Check availabilityYou'll complete your booking securely on Viator
- ⏱ Duration varies
- 📍 Grand Canyon, Arizona
As an affiliate partner, we may earn a commission when you book through links on this page, at no extra cost to you. Prices and availability are set and provided by Viator.
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