Private VIP at the Rim Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour
See the beautiful West Rim of The Grand Canyon aboard your private helicopter tour! This VIP tour, which can accommodate up to six guests in each aircraft, flies over Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, and the Colorado River on the way to Grand Canyon West Rim, home of the famous Grand Canyon Skywalk. Guests will land at the West Rim for a self-guided tour. Board an air-conditioned shuttle to see the beautiful viewpoints and attractions of this bucket list-worthy destination.
- Departing From: Las Vegas
- Destination: Grand Canyon West
- Duration: Approximately 4-4½ hours from hotel pick-up to hotel drop-off
- Product Code: PBW-3-PRVT
This private Grand Canyon helicopter tour starts from the Las Vegas area and includes a helicopter ride over Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, and the Colorado River before crossing into the Grand Canyon's West Rim. Each helicopter can seat up to 6 passengers and is entirely reserved for your party. Enjoy climate control, comfortable seating, oversized windows, and headset communication between the passengers and the pilot.
The close-up views of the striped canyon walls and the majestic scenery will wow you before landing at Grand Canyon West airport. After landing, guests will board an air-conditioned shuttle for a self-guided tour at Grand Canyon West points, including Eagle Point and Guano Point - some of the most dramatic viewpoints in the entire Grand Canyon.
Eagle Point contains the Hualapai's famous Grand Canyon Skywalk, the horseshoe-shaped, glass-bottomed structure that floats over the Grand Canyon below. Entrance to the Skywalk is available as an upgrade option on this tour. You feel as if you are walking on air thousands of feet above the Colorado River below when you experience this one-of-a-kind attraction. Guano Point offers a 360-degree view and contains the historical remains of an aerial tramway.
Before returning to the Las Vegas area, you will have time to explore and take pictures as you marvel at the beautiful rock formations.
Note: Cameras and cellphones are not allowed onto the Skywalk Bridge.
Tour Highlights
- Flight over Hoover Dam and Lake Mead with breathtaking views of Grand Canyon West.
- Aerial views of Grand Canyon West lookouts like Guano Point and Eagle Point.
- Land on the Rim of the Canyon.
- Plenty of time for photos and exploration.
- Optional Skywalk Admission.
Included
- Private Helicopter Tour - each aircraft holds up to six passengers
- Land on the Rim of the Canyon
- Hop-on/Hop-off Shuttle to Eagle Point and Guano Point
- Multilingual narration
Planning
- Tour Duration: Approximately 7 hours hotel-to-hotel
- Flight Duration: Approximately 70 minutes
- Transportation:
- Hotel Transfer (if selected): Pick-up from limited hotels on the Las Vegas Strip and Downtown area is approximately 80-130 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.
Private VIP at the Rim Helicopter Tour Optional Upgrades
* Upgrade options are available for selection during checkout
Add Skywalk
Be sure to enhance your West Rim excursion by upgrading to include admission into the Grand Canyon Skywalk and experience walking out over the edge of the Canyon atop this world-famous glass-bottomed bridge!
Private VIP at the Rim Helicopter Tour
- What type of helicopter do passengers fly on during the Private VIP at the Rim Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour?
Papillon operates the Airbus ECO-Star EC-130, the safest and most comfortable tourism helicopter. The Eco-Star offers outstanding visibility, luxurious seating, and superior passenger comfort and amenities, including Bose headsets offering Grand Canyon tour narration in several languages.
- What is the duration of the VIP at the Rim Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour flight time and entire trip duration?
The round-trip flight duration from Papillon’s VIP at the Rim Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour is approximately 70 minutes. The total tour duration is about 7 hours, hotel-to-hotel.
- What languages is the VIP at the Rim Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour narrations offered in?
The VIP at the Rim Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour narration is offered in English, Chinese - Mandarin & Cantonese, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, and Spanish.
- Are cameras allowed on the Skywalk Bridge?
No - cameras and cellphones are not permitted on the Skywalk Bridge. Visitors will be provided a locker free of charge to store their items before entering the bridge. This is to prevent any kind of damage to the glass panels from accidentally dropping an item. A professional photographer will be present for those interested in purchasing a souvenir photo.
