Grand Canyon Helicopter 45-Minute Flight with Optional Hummer Tour

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(311 reviews)
Grand Canyon National Park, USA

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45 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: German and 6 more

See the Grand Canyon’s most breathtaking views on a 40–50 minute aerial sightseeing adventure. Soar along the edge of the South Rim as the canyon floor opens below you, revealing the Colorado River, the North and East Rims, and iconic formations including Imperial Point and the Dragon Corridor.

Fly in a state-of-the-art helicopter featuring comfortable seating, wraparound windows, and headsets for clear communication with your pilot—perfect for sightseeing and aerial photography.

Enhance your experience by adding a guided Hummer tour. Travel in an open-air, customized Hummer and stop at multiple scenic viewpoints along the canyon’s rim. Upgrade must be selected.

Important Notice (Effective Jan 1, 2026): Grand Canyon National Park will require entrance fees for non-U.S. residents on commercial ground tours, including Hummer combinations. International guests must purchase a $250 pass or pay $100 per adult. Children 15 and under enter free.

What's Included

Each aircraft can hold up to six passengers, and multiple aircraft are available for larger groups.
40-50 minute (approx.) flight in a state-of-the-art helicopter
In-flight narration available in multiple languages
2-hour guided Hummer tour (if option selected)
2-hour Hummer tour (unless option selected)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drink
Gratuities
This applies to Non US Residents (ages 16+) opting for the Hummer option. Unless International guests have an America the Beautiful Annual Pass, an entrance fee for international guests will be

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Papillon Helicopters - Grand Canyon

Come to the Papillon Grand Canyon Helicopters terminal at Grand Canyon Airport. Be sure to arrive 30 minutes prior to the activity start time that you chose to check in for your tour.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 45 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Grand Canyon National Park

    Fly over the widest and deepest part of the entire Grand Canyon.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Kaibab National Forest

    See the vast forest landscape that borders the North and South Rims of the Grand Canyon.

    Admission ticket free
  • Grand Canyon North Rim (Pass by)

    Soar over the Grand Canyon Northern Rim.

    Admission ticket free
  • Colorado River (Pass by)

    Get a birds eye view of the Colorado River.

    Admission ticket free
  • Grand Canyon South Rim (Pass by)

    Circle around with views of Grand Canyon South Rim.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • All passengers 18 years of age and older must present government-issued photo ID
  • For comfort and weight/balance of the aircraft, passengers weighing 300 lbs or greater will be required to purchase an additional seat. This is payable directly to the tour operator on the day of the tour
  • Infant children are considered a lap child if they are under the age of two and have proof of age, such as a passport or a copy of their birth certificate
  • You must arrive 30 minutes prior to your departure time to check in for your tour.
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Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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