After you have experienced the bright lights and hustle and bustle in Las Vegas, there is no better way to relax and wind down with the best Grand Canyon helicopter tour experience. There’s no better way to see one of the wonders of the world than from the privacy of your own aircraft. You’d be surprised how many people visit this attraction. After all it is one of the wonders of the world and to get that perfect photo opportunity you will have to fight for it.

While the Grand Canyon helicopter tours can be a great experience, many people are turned off by the price tag and how they go about booking their ride. There are even street vendors that try to convince you that their service is better than the rest. To help you out and give you some peace of mind so you don’t miss out on a once in a lifetime opportunity, we have created a short but sweet guide that breaks down what is involved in a Grand Canyon helicopter tour.

 

Where you will be going

This section may sound a bit redundant but you will be surprised what places you will actually get to see. To start off with, the wonder of the world is so large that it has several areas to it. Each of these areas have their own merits and drawbacks which is why you should be doing some research before you jump on the first company that approaches you.

The most popular area is the South Rim as it is what is referenced in many films, television series and even photographs. Due to this fact, many locals believe that if you don’t see this part you haven’t fully experienced the wonder. The West Rim is the second most popular and has a landing page on the base. This is the only section with this landing pad which is great for tourists that don’t want to hike down.

south rim

 

The North Rim is a bit cooler due to the elevation that it sits upon. You will also notice that wildlife and fauna flourishes in this area. The East Rim is a bit out of the way from the strip but has some very noteworthy attractions.

 

Other areas to see

While the wonder may have many different sections you can visit, Grand Canyon helicopter tours also go over a bunch of great sights. Some of the more popular ones that these companies will take you over include the following;

  • Mojave Desert
  • Lake Mead
  • Hoover Dam
  • Colorado River

These attractions will be included in your bundle where you will also get to see one or more rims of your choice. Again it is important to read up on what different packages Grand Canyon helicopter tours offer so you can get the best bang for your buck.

 

Getting there

Again it may sound redundant as you will obviously be flying to the attraction but how do you get to the airport? This is a factor that many people seem to overlook until the very last minute. Many good Grand Canyon helicopter tour companies will offer a free pick up and drop off shuttle from your hotel. Otherwise your hotels will more than likely offer shuttles themselves. And in the worst case scenario, taxis and ubers are very cheap in the area and will get you to the tarmac in no time at all.

If you are bringing small children with you there are also some important things that you need to be aware of. Children under the age of 2 area allowed to sit on a parents lap but you will need a birth certificate to confirm their age.