Grand Kingdom
On our longest Grand Canyon helicopter tour, you'll fly over the most spectacular sights of both the South Rim and the North Rim to discover aerial sights of the most impressive rock formations, the Kaibab Forest, the Eastern region of the canyon, and the Colorado River. The EcoStar helicopter features panoramic windows for ideal photography opportunities!
- Departing From: Grand Canyon National Park
- Destination: Grand Canyon National Park
- Duration: Approximately 40-50 minutes
- Product Code: HGG-2
Papillon's longest Grand Canyon helicopter tour departs from the Grand Canyon National Park. You'll lift off from the nearby air terminal and soar over the most impressive regions of the Grand Canyon South Rim, including the widest and deepest sections. You'll see ancient rock formations - the oldest exposed geology known to man - and see the roaring Colorado River beneath you. You'll pass the Eastern region of the canyon for unparalleled views of the rock walls. As you reach the Grand Canyon North Rim, you'll fly over the lush greenery of the Kaibab Forest.
Your Grand Canyon tour takes place aboard an EcoStar helicopter, which offers comfortable seating, headset communications, and oversized windows for the best photography opportunities. The aircraft also features quiet technology, which preserves the natural soundscape of the Grand Canyon National Park and causes no disruption to the local wildlife.
If you want to maximize your sightseeing during your Grand Canyon vacation, this extended flight offers the best way to see it all from the sky!
Tour Highlights
- Aerial tour of the Grand Canyon
- Oversized windows and stadium-style seating
- Headset narration
- Amazing aerial views of East and North canyon rims of the Grand Canyon National Park
Included
- Helicopter tour on EcoStar EC130 Aircraft
- Oversized windows and stadium-style seating
- Multilingual narration
Planning
- Flight Duration: Approximately 40 - 50 minutes
- All passengers must check in at the Grand Canyon National Park Airport 30 minutes before the flight time.
Optional Imperial with EcoStar Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour Upgrades
* Upgrade options are available for selection during checkout
Make Aircraft Private
Privatize the entire aircraft for your party of up to 6 passengers. Enjoy comfortable seating, climate control, oversized windows for photography, and headset communications between the passengers and the pilot.
Add Hummer Tour
Add a Hummer ground excursion to your Grand Canyon tour. Travel on an open-air Hummer vehicle to multiple South Rim lookout points, with an option to include sunset views. The perfect way to see the Grand Canyon South from every angle!
Request a Front Seat on your Helicopter Tour
Fly first class and experience the pilot's point of view with a front seat upgrade for only $60 per person! While every seat aboard our helicopters provide incredible views, the front seats offers a panoramic perspective and unobstructed photo opportunities.
All passengers are free to request a front seat upgrade, although availability is limited. Front seat upgrades are not guaranteed, but are assigned once the passenger check-in process is complete and seating aboard the helicopter is determined. If your request for an upgrade is confirmed, payment will be processed at the check-in counter prior to departure.
Charge to Request: Free
Charge if Confirmed: $60
Imperial with EcoStar Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour FAQs
- What is the flight duration of the Grand Kingdom Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour?
The round-trip flight duration from Papillon’s Grand Kingdom Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour is approximately 40-50 minutes.
- What languages are offered in the headset narration of the Grand Kingdom Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour?
The Grand Kingdom Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour narration is offered in Chinese - Mandarin & Cantonese, Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, and Spanish.
- Where does the Grand Kingdom Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour depart from?
Guests visiting Grand Canyon National Park South Rim have easy access to the departure point for this special tour. Papillon’s Grand Canyon Airport South Rim terminal is the closest airport to the Grand Canyon (Grand Canyon Airport - GCN, AZ). This airport is located right at the entrance to the National Park. The address is 3568 Airport Rd, Grand Canyon Village, AZ 86023.