About this experience
Make your Las Vegas trip unforgettable with a luxury helicopter tour to the Grand Canyon, including an exclusive landing 3,200 feet below the rim for a champagne picnic. Soar over the Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, Grapevine Mesa, Joshua Trees and Grand Wash Cliffs before touching down among the canyon’s towering red rock walls, with early morning, afternoon, and spectacular sunset flights available. Enjoy round-trip Las Vegas hotel pickup and drop-off, a choice of two departure points, and expert pilot narration throughout this extraordinary Grand Canyon adventure.
At a glance
- Duration: 4 hr 30 min
Plan your experience
Set aside 4 hr 30 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infant children are considered a lap child if they are under the age of two and have proof of age, such as a passport or a copy of their birth certificate
- All passengers 18 years of age and older must present government-issued photo ID
What is included
- Flight over the Las Vegas Strip (if Vegas Upgrade Option is selected)
- 35-minute approx. flight each way (Boulder City departure)
- Hotel pickup and drop off by shuttle bus from select hotels
- Aerial Views of Hoover Dam
- Champagne and a light picnic
- 45-minute approx. flight each way (Las Vegas departure)
Not included
- Flight over the Las Vegas Strip (if Vegas Upgrade Option is not selected)
- Private Tour
- Gratuities
Itinerary and highlights
Based on your chosen departure point, you can either make your own way to the applicable terminal or enjoy complimentary round-trip transportation from one of eight designated Las Vegas pickup hotels. If making your own way to the terminal, please arrive at least 45 minutes before your scheduled helicopter flight for check-in and pre-flight preparations.
Your adventure begins with a spectacular flight over Lake Mead National Recreation Area, offering a bird’s-eye view of the vast blue waters, rugged desert landscape, and dramatic scenery surrounding one of the largest man-made lakes in the United States.
From the air, the Hoover Dam takes on an entirely new perspective as it stretches dramatically between the towering canyon walls. Look down on the immense structure and the deep blue waters of Lake Mead, framed by the rugged desert landscape of the Southwest.
As you fly toward the Grand Canyon, look out for the Colorado River winding through the rugged desert landscape below. The river cuts dramatically through the canyon, offering a striking contrast to the surrounding red rock and vast desert terrain.
Prepare for the highlight of your Grand Canyon adventure as your helicopter descends 3,200 feet below the West Rim to the canyon floor. Step out among the towering red rock walls and enjoy a Champagne picnic in this extraordinary setting, with time to explore, take photos and take in the immense beauty of the canyon before your return flight. For an even more spectacular finish, upgrade to an option that includes a flight over the Las Vegas Strip and a shorter drive back to your hotel.
For guests departing from the Las Vegas terminal, your helicopter adventure begins or ends with an unforgettable flight over the Las Vegas Strip. Take in the dazzling skyline from above as iconic resorts and landmarks stretch beneath you, adding a spectacular Las Vegas finale to your Grand Canyon adventure.
Meeting and pickup information
- FOR LAS VEGAS TOUR - • For Las Vegas Tour Without Transport: Passengers must arrange transportation to air terminal 45-minutes before flight time.
- FOR BOULDER CITY TOUR - • Tour departs from the Papillon Terminal located in Boulder City, Nevada, approximately 30-45 minutes from Las Vegas. • If the no transfer option is selected, customers must arrive to terminal 45 minutes prior to the scheduled flight time to check-in.
- All guests must call within 72 hours of their tour to reconfirm tour details, including their pickup time and pickup location. Please look for a large vehicle with Papillon Grand Canyon Helicopters displayed prominently on its exterior. Your driver will transport you to our terminal in Boulder City, Nevada. The drive takes approximately 35 minutes. Guests who prefer to drive themselves to the departure location are welcome to do so and will not miss any portion of the tour experience. Self-drive guests are required to check in 45 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time at our Boulder City terminal. • Excalibur: Outside the Rotunda Tour Lobby. • Aria: Underground Tour Lobby. • Planet Hollywood: Underground Tour Bus Lobby.. • Bellagio: Underground Tour Lobby. • Treasure Island: Shuttle P/U area next to the Uber, Lyft Rideshare area. • Wynn: Outside the South Gate Entrance. • Circus Circus: Outside - East Valet Entrance facing LV Blvd. • Golden Nugget: Outside Tour Lobby area on 1st St.
Languages and tickets
- German — Audio
- Portuguese — Audio
- Korean — Audio
- cmn — Audio
- Japanese — Audio
- yue — Audio
- English — Guide
- Italian — Audio
- French — Audio
- Dutch — Audio
- Spanish — Audio
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Papillon Helicopters
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infant children are considered a lap child if they are under the age of two and have proof of age, such as a passport or a copy of their birth certificate
- All passengers 18 years of age and older must present government-issued photo ID
- For comfort and weight/balance of the aircraft, passengers weighing 300 lbs or greater will be required to purchase an additional seat. This is payable directly to the tour operator on the day of the tour
- If no transfers options is selected, customers must arrive 45 minutes to the Airport prior to the schedule flight for check-in.
Cancellation policy
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.
Questions about this experience
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What are the pickup arrangements?
Please look for a large vehicle with Papillon Grand Canyon Helicopters displayed prominently on its exterior. Your driver will transport you to our terminal in Boulder City, Nevada. The drive takes approximately 35 minutes.
Guests who prefer to drive themselves to the departure location are welcome to do so and will not miss any portion of the tour experience. Self-drive guests are required to check in 45 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time at our Boulder City terminal.
• Excalibur: Outside the Rotunda Tour Lobby.
• Aria: Underground Tour Lobby.
• Planet Hollywood: Underground Tour Bus Lobby..
• Bellagio: Underground Tour Lobby.
• Treasure Island: Shuttle P/U area next to the Uber, Lyft Rideshare area.
• Wynn: Outside the South Gate Entrance.
• Circus Circus: Outside - East Valet Entrance facing LV Blvd.
• Golden Nugget: Outside Tour Lobby area on 1st St.
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