Grand Canyon Helicopter 45-Minute Flight with Optional Hummer Tour
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About this activity
See the Grand Canyon’s most breathtaking views on a 40–50 minute aerial sightseeing adventure. Soar along the edge of the South Rim as the canyon floor opens below you, revealing the Colorado River, the North and East Rims, and iconic formations including Imperial Point and the Dragon Corridor.
Fly in a state-of-the-art helicopter featuring comfortable seating, wraparound windows, and headsets for clear communication with your pilot—perfect for sightseeing and aerial photography.
Enhance your experience by adding a guided Hummer tour. Travel in an open-air, customized Hummer and stop at multiple scenic viewpoints along the canyon’s rim. Upgrade must be selected.
Important Notice (Effective Jan 1, 2026): Grand Canyon National Park will require entrance fees for non-U.S. residents on commercial ground tours, including Hummer combinations. International guests must purchase a $250 pass or pay $100 per adult. Children 15 and under enter free.
Itinerary
- Grand Canyon National Park
Fly over the widest and deepest part of the entire Grand Canyon.
- Kaibab National Forest
See the vast forest landscape that borders the North and South Rims of the Grand Canyon.
- Grand Canyon North Rim · pass by
Soar over the Grand Canyon Northern Rim.
- The Colorado River · pass by
Get a birds eye view of the Colorado River.
- Grand Canyon South Rim · pass by
Circle around with views of Grand Canyon South Rim.
What's included
- 40-50 minute (approx.) flight in a state-of-the-art helicopter
- In-flight narration available in multiple languages
- Each aircraft can hold up to six passengers, and multiple aircraft are available for larger groups.
- 2-hour guided Hummer tour (if option selected)
Not included
- 2-hour Hummer tour (unless option selected)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drink
- Gratuities
- This applies to Non US Residents (ages 16+) opting for the Hummer option. Unless International guests have an America the Beautiful Annual Pass, an entrance fee for international guests will be
Meeting point
Everyone meets at the meeting point.
Come to the Papillon Grand Canyon Helicopters terminal at Grand Canyon Airport. Be sure to arrive 30 minutes prior to the activity start time that you chose to check in for your tour.
End point: Come to the Papillon Grand Canyon Helicopters terminal at Grand Canyon Airport. Be sure to arrive 30 minutes prior to the activity start time that you chose to check in for your tour.
Good to know
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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
- 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
- You must arrive 30 minutes prior to your departure time to check in for your tour.
- Please bring $15 per person for fuel surcharge.
- Effective Jan 1, 2026, Grand Canyon National Park will add entrance fees for non-U.S. residents on commercial ground tours, including Hummer combos. International guests must buy a $250 pass or pay $100 per adult. Kids 15 and under are free.
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.
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Distances are straight-line from the activity's center of Grand Canyon National Park (Viator lists this tour under Grand Canyon National Park; it has no meeting-point coordinates).