Ace of Adventures Private
The Ace of Adventures helicopter tour over Grand Canyon West Rim with the Las Vegas Strip is perfect for your group or family. Each aircraft can hold up to six passengers per aircraft. Departing from our Las Vegas VIP terminal, this helicopter tour includes aerial views of Hoover Dam, the Colorado River, Lake Mead, and the spectacular Grand Canyon West.
- Departing From: Las Vegas
- Destination: Grand Canyon West
- Duration: Approximately 3 to 3½ hours from hotel pick-up to hotel drop-off
- Product Code: HLW-1-PRVT
This thrilling private helicopter tour departs from the Boulder City air terminal near Las Vegas. Board a luxury sightseeing helicopter reserved entirely for your family or party and set off over the Mojave Desert, with aerial views of Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, and the Colorado River along the way. Soon the Grand Canyon West will come into view. Marvel at the wonder of the brilliant palette of colors and rugged formations as you pass through millions of years of geological time. Upon returning from the Canyon, you'll fly over the famous Las Vegas Strip!
You'll see aerial views of legendary landmarks such as the Luxor pyramid, Allegiant Stadium, T-Mobile Arena, the Eiffel Tower of Paris casino, the fountains of Bellagio, the High Roller Observation Wheel, the MSG Sphere, and more. Reach the end of the Strip, continue past the STRAT, and fly over the colorful and historic Downtown Las Vegas, where this gambling town first began. Your sightseeing helicopter returns to the Papillon VIP terminal, offering the same view of the Strip in reverse.
The Airbus ECO-Star EC-130 is the safest and most comfortable tourism helicopter, offering plush seating, climate control, oversized windows for aerial viewing and photograpyhy, and headset communications between the passengers and the pilot.
Tour Highlights
- Scenic private helicopter flight over the Hoover Dam and Lake Mead.
- Amazing aerial views of Grand Canyon West and a flight over the Las Vegas Strip.
- State-of-the-art helicopter with luxurious comfort and wide-angle windows.
Included
- Private Helicopter Tour - each aircraft holds up to six passengers
- Multilingual narration
Planning
- Tour Duration: Approximately 3 - 3½ hours hotel to hotel
- 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 18 years or older booked on tour must have government-issued forms of identification.
- Be sure to book your tour as early in your trip as possible.
- Water: You may bring a bottle of water. However, the bottle is not allowed to be opened 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? Layered clothing is recommended from the months of March to September, and winter clothing should be worn from October to mid-March.
Optional Ace of Adventures Private Upgrades
* Upgrade options are available for selection during checkout
Add Landing
Enhance your Grand Canyon helicopter flight with a landing down to the very bottom! This popular tour upgrade includes plenty of time to explore and take pictures, a champagne toast, and light refreshments.
Ace of Adventures Private FAQ
- How long is the Ace of Adventures Private flight and tour?
The roundtrip flight duration from Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon West Rim is approximately 90 minutes. The total tour duration takes about 3-3.5 hours.
- 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.
- What languages are the Private Golden Eagle with Strip tour narrations offered in?
The Private Golden Eagle tour narration is offered in English, Chinese - Mandarin & Cantonese, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, and Spanish.
