Las Vegas Race King of Canyon
This Grand Canyon helicopter tour from Las Vegas lands on the canyon floor, where you can explore the scenery. Your return flight features a loop over the Strip, where you can see all the race action!
- Departing From: Las Vegas
- Destination: Grand Canyon West
- Duration: Approximately 3½-4 hours from hotel pick-up to hotel drop-off
- Product Code: HLW4-F1
A helicopter trip to the Grand Canyon can be done in just a few hours' time, making it the perfect activity in between the Las Vegas race activities! This tour departs from a state-of-the-art air terminal located just off Las Vegas Boulevard, where a luxury helicopter will be waiting. You'll set off over the Nevada desert and discover aerial views of Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, and the Colorado River, all perfectly visible through the helicopter's wraparound windows. Upon arrival at the Grand Canyon, your helicopter will descend between the ancient stone walls and land at the very bottom! Your party will be able to disembark the aircraft and explore near the bank of the Colorado River while your pilot prepares light snacks and champagne. On the return journey to Las Vegas, your helicopter tour will fly over the entire Strip, offering aerial sights of the race's street circuit, the team garages, and the grandstands filled with hundreds of thousands of fans!
Tour Highlights
- Flight over Hoover Dam and Lake Mead with breathtaking views of Grand Canyon West.
- Canyon landing 3,200 feet below the rim.
- Champagne and refreshments on the canyon floor with exploration time.
- Aerial views of the Las Vegas Strip and race action during return flight.
Included
- Helicopter
- Landing on Canyon Floor
- Champagne
- Multilingual narration
Planning
- Flight Duration: Approximately 90 minutes
- Transportation:
- Hotel Transfer (if selected): Pick-up from limited hotels on the Las Vegas Strip and Downtown area is approximately 60-90 minutes before flight departure (times are based on hotel location, time of day, and traffic conditions).
- Passengers also have the option to transport themselves to the air terminal. If self-drive option selected, passengers must arrive 45 minutes prior to their departure time.
What to Bring
- Bring your I.D. - All passengers booked on tour must have government-issued forms of identification.
- Seating is Limited: Be sure to book your tour early.
- Water: You may bring a bottle of water; however, passengers cannot open the bottle in the aircraft.
- Don't forget your camera! Cameras and phones are allowed and encouraged, but please be aware that the use of "Selfie Sticks" and extending camera poles are strictly prohibited in and around the aircraft.
- Not sure what to wear? We recommend light-layered clothing from March to September and jackets and winter clothing from October to mid-March.
Optional Las Vegas Race King of Canyons Upgrades
* Upgrade options are available for selection during checkout
Make Aircraft Private
Take your helicopter sightseeing to an entirely different level! Book your own private helicopter and share the experience of the Grand Canyon and the Las Vegas Strip with your closest friends or family. Each aircraft holds up to 6 guests.
Optional Sunset Departure
Our most popular Grand Canyon helicopter tour can now be enjoyed at sunset! Experience a canyon floor landing with a champagne toast, then depart just in time to watch the sunset across the horizon. You'll also fly over the Bowl of Fire, Lake Mead, and the Las Vegas Strip just after the neon lights come to life.
Private Sunset Flight
Reserve the entire aircraft just for your party and ensure that your flight takes place during sunset for even more spectacular views and photo opportunities of the Grand Canyon and the surrounding desert scenery from the sky.
Las Vegas Race King of Canyon FAQs
- What aspects of the race will we see during our Las Vegas helicopter tour?
Our Las Vegas helicopter tours that take place during the race will fly over the entire street circuit, the grandstands, the team paddocks, as well as the Strip casinos, attractions, and neon signs. You can also book your Las Vegas helicopter tours to fly over the live race for an even more once-in-a-lifetime experience.
- Why should you choose Papillon for your Las Vegas Helicopter tour?
Papillon was founded in 1965 and is the world's most experienced and largest sightseeing company, flying nearly a quarter million passengers each year on daily tours around Las Vegas, the Grand Canyon, and beyond. Our mission is to provide the safest and most unforgettable aerial sightseeing experiences and adventures to the most beautiful destinations in the American Southwest. Join us today and make memories that will last a lifetime. At Papillon Grand Canyon Helicopters, that is what we specialize in.