South Rim Tours from Las Vegas
Grand Canyon Deluxe with Hummer
Fly from Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon National Park on an airplane tour for a full-day sightseeing excursion. This adventure tour includes unforgettable aerial views as well as stops to several famous lookout points aboard an open-air Hummer.
Grand Canyon Deluxe with Helicopter
This day trip from Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon National Park starts with an airplane flight with aerial views of Hoover Dam. At the South Rim, you'll enjoy a helicopter tour over the Grand Canyon expanse!
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Best Grand Canyon South Rim Tours from Las Vegas
Types of South Rim Grand Canyon Tours from Las Vegas
Papillon is the National Park Service's preferred Grand Canyon air tour provider. We offer daily departures from Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon South Rim aboard state-of-the-art sightseeing airplanes, as well as helicopter tours over the largest canyon gorges and ground excursions aboard modified military Hummer vehicles. Experience the Grand Canyon South Rim with Papillon today!
Flights from Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon South Rim
If you have a spare day in your Las Vegas vacation, you can enjoy a Grand Canyon day trip with plenty of time for sightseeing and exploring. Our flights from Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon National Park feature a luxury aircraft designed with plush seating, climate control, oversized windows, and headset narration in multiple languages. Along the way, you'll find aerial views of Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, the Colorado River, and the stunning Mojave Desert before the Grand Canyon comes into view.
Helicopter Tours at the Grand Canyon South Rim
Papillon offers daily departures for South Rim helicopter tours that depart from the Grand Canyon Airport. If you're flying from Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon, you can upgrade your flight to include a South Rim helicopter tour. If you're already visiting the South Rim and would like to enhance your Grand Canyon vacation, you can book a helicopter tour for the whole family!
Our helicopter tours are certified to fly the entire Grand Canyon. With Papillon, you can soar over the Kaibab National Forest, the deepest and widest gorges in the park, and the mighty Colorado River.
Grand Canyon South Rim Hummer Tours
Explore some of the most world-famous lookout points located across the South Rim aboard a ground excursion in a military-style Hummer. Your professional driver will transport your group to several scenic viewpoints, where you'll have time to wander the canyon's edge and take photos. Your Hummer is designed with a convertible roof and bench seating that can fit the entire family! A South Rim ground excursion is the best opportunity to take in as much sightseeing from the ground as possible.
Vegas to Grand Canyon South Rim Tours FAQs
How far is the Grand Canyon South Rim from Las Vegas?
The Grand Canyon South Rim is 277 miles (446 kilometers) from the Las Vegas Strip. It takes between four to five hours to make the drive from Las Vegas. Instead of renting a car, choose one of Papillon’s many daily helicopter or sightseeing aircraft adventures and get there quicker and in luxury! With a Papillon tour, you can get to any part of the Grand Canyon you want to explore quickly!
What time of year is best to visit the South Rim of the Grand Canyon?
Peak season to visit the Grand Canyon South Rim is in the summer from May through September. However, this is not the best time of year in regards to temperature. Spring (March- April) and Fall (October and early November) offer cooler temperatures, thinner crowds, and a more serene overall experience. Overall, the summer months are the most crowded time of the year. For a more private experience, visit the South Rim during the off-season.
What departure times do you offer for South Rim tours?
Most South Rim Grand Canyon tours and flights have multiple departures ranging from early morning to late afternoon. Some products offer multiple departures a day as well.