Airplane · Airplane, ATV 
This tour is the ultimate off-the-beaten-path Grand Canyon getaway! With Papillon's Grand Canyon Cowboy Experience, you'll visit Bar 10 Ranch near the rugged north rim of the Grand Canyon via a sightseeing airplane, then explore the Grand Canyon aboard an ATV or Polaris Ranger tour. Enjoy touring the ranch house, meeting and feeding a horse, a lasso demonstration, and time to explore authentic covered wagons before a homemade barbeque lunch prepared by the ranch staff.
Step into the history of the American West on this authentic cowboy adventure from Las Vegas. Experience the iconic cowboy lifestyle when you fly to Bar 10 Ranch, a working cattle ranch located in the remote Grand Canyon region just north of the Colorado River. Surrounded by rugged desert landscapes, dramatic canyon scenery, and breathtaking views, Bar 10 offers a unique opportunity to experience the beauty of the world-famous Grand Canyon and surrounding region away from the crowds.
Your adventure begins with transport to our air terminal in Boulder City, Nevada. Check in and board your airplane for a breathtaking flight over the western United States, including the Mojave Desert, Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, and the Colorado River before arriving at the historic Bar 10 Ranch near the Grand Canyon North.
Upon landing, you'll be welcomed to Bar 10 Ranch, a working cattle ranch surrounded by rugged desert landscapes and spectacular canyon scenery. Join a professionally guided Polaris Ranger off-road tour through spectacular Whitmore Canyon to a breathtaking overlook of the Grand Canyon including views of the surrounding region. Enjoy time to explore and take photos while experiencing the beauty and remoteness of this remarkable area.
Back at Bar 10, guests can tour the historic ranch house and learn its story. You can also meet, pet, and feed a horse – a great photo opportunity. Watch a lasso and roping demonstration and try it for yourself. The ranch also offers skeet shooting, a newly-constructed pickleball court, and authentic Western covered wagons that you can explore and use as a photo backdrop. This day trip from Las Vegas also includes an incredible Western-style homemade barbecue lunch prepared by the ranch staff.
Located in one of the most remote and spectacular areas near the Grand Canyon, Bar 10 Ranch offers an unforgettable way to experience the landscapes, history, and spirit of the American West. With its dramatic scenery and secluded setting, this is a side of the Grand Canyon region that few visitors—and even fewer international travelers—ever get to experience.
This tour operates seasonally from April 1 through November 16, weather permitting. The tour is not available on Saturdays or Sundays during November.
Complimentary hotel pick-up and shuttle service.
Check in at the Grand Canyon Scenic Airlines terminal 45 minutes prior to flight.
Board an airplane equipped with an air-conditioned cabin and high wings for optimum viewing.
Enjoy the scenic route flying over Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, and the heart of the Grand Canyon.
Arrive on the landing strip of Bar 10 Ranch approximately 45 minutes after takeoff.
Deplane the aircraft and board an air-conditioned van for transport to Bar 10 Ranch.
Embark on an all-terrain Polaris Ranger through Whitmore Canyon and Lake Mead Recreation Area to an exclusive point of the Grand Canyon National Park.
Explore the canyon and enjoy the majestic nature surrounding you.
Return to Bar 10 Ranch and enjoy a homemade Dutch oven barbecue lunch.
Proceed to the landing strip for the flight back to the Grand Canyon Scenic Airlines terminal.
Arrive back at the terminal with photos and memories to last a lifetime!
Check in at the hotel transfer desk located in the terminal lobby for complimentary shuttle service back to Las Vegas to enjoy the rest of your vacation.
Total tour duration is approximately 7.5-8 hours from hotel pick-up to drop-off.
This tour operates aboard our De Havilland Twin Otter Vistaliner or Cessna Caravan, depending on departure time and group size — 9 to 17 passengers depending on aircraft.
Seats are assigned by weight-and-balance, not by booking order — it is an aviation requirement, not a sales tactic. Five single seats on the left and six pairs on the right — 17 Vista View windows. High-set wings mean the view is out, not at a wing.
Seats are assigned by weight-and-balance, not by booking order — it is an aviation requirement, not a sales tactic. Single seats left and right of a narrow aisle — nine window seats, no middle seat. High-set wings keep the view clear.
Airplane departures on this tour fly either Papillon’s De Havilland Twin Otter Vistaliner (up to 17 guests) or Cessna Caravan (up to 9 guests). Which aircraft you board depends on departure time and group size — both are high-wing sightseeing airplanes with a window view and noise-cancelling narration headsets.
Experience the adrenaline rush of an ATV tour through the desert scenery near the Grand Canyon. Ride through Whitmore Canyon, Lake Mead Recreational Area toward the Grand Canyon North. Must be 16 years old with valid driver's license.
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Boots or sturdy shoes are required (no open-toed shoes, sandals, high heels, or flip-flops are permitted), and ATV riders must be at least 16 years of age with a valid driver's license. One person is allowed per ATV.
The total flight time for the Grand Canyon North Air Ground Tour is approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. The tour duration, if hotel transfers is selected, is about 7.5 to 8 hours.
Papillon uses the De Havilland Twin Otter Vistaliner, one of the best aircraft in the world for sightseeing! Our specially-designed Twin Otters feature comfortable cabins that offer passengers the best opportunities for photographing the unbelievable panoramic views below them. The high-set wings also ensure that every seat has an unobstructed view. We also fly the Cessna Caravan, which offers comfort, optimal viewing, and a quiet ride for guests traveling to the Grand Canyon and beyond! The Cessna Caravan has large windows on both sides for the ultimate sightseeing opportunity. Ultimately, aircraft choice depends on passenger count, weather, and aircraft availability.
