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45-minute Helicopter Flight Over the Grand Canyon from Tusayan, Arizona

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Overview

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English

45 minutes

Mobile ticket

Your tour beings at the Grand Canyon airport in Tusayan, Arizona. Fly over the ponderosa pines of Kaibab National Forest on a 45-minute helicopter excursion from the Grand Canyon South Rim. Upstream on the Colorado River are views of the Painted Desert and Desert View Watchtower. View Marble Canyon and Point Imperial as you fly through the Canyon and climb above the North Rim to head south through the Dragon Corridor, the Canyon’s widest and deepest section.

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Due to comfort and weight / balance of the aircraft, passengers weighing over 300lbs. will be required to purchase an additional seat. This is payable directly to the tour operator on the day of the tour

Individual passenger weights, including infants, MUST be advised at time of booking

Pilots are unable to assist passengers boarding and disembarking due to insurance regulations

Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund

Per FAA regulations, all passengers 18 years and older will be required to show photo ID such as a driver's license or passport at the time of check-in.

Helicopter seating is based on legal weight & balance limits and will be assigned after check-in. Maverick Helicopters does not guarantee seating next to or in the same row of the rest of the party.”

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

All taxes and fees

45-minute helicopter flight

Gratuities

Hotel pickup and drop-off

What To Expect

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Kaibab National Forest

You will depart Tusayan, Arizona located in the South Rim of the Grand Canyon on the safest and most comfortable-tourism based helicopter in the world. On your 45-minute helicopter flight, enjoy the luxurious comfort and wraparound windows which offer breathtaking views of the Canyon. Enjoy the fantastic views of the Canyon as you fly over the 1.6 million-acre (6,500 km²) Kaibab National Forest, which borders both the north and south rims of the Grand Canyon. The Kaibab National Forest is home to the world’s largest ponderosa pines.

Admission Not Applicable
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Upon reaching the edge of the canyon, the South Rim gently drops away as the North Rim and east end of the canyon come into view – this is definitely one of the greatest views of the Grand Canyon.

Admission Not Applicable

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Important Information: You must be at the departure point at least 30-minutes prior to the flight time listed below.

Reviews

4.83

1,922 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • It's a crazy experience....

    Ryan O,

    Sep 21, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    It's a crazy experience. My mind still can't really comprehend the scale of the canyon. But we had a great pilot, and the helicopter allowed for great viewing.

  • A Grand Canyon 'must do'

    Jackie P,

    Sep 14, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    An amazing experience over the Grand Canyon. Pilot was very friendly and knowledgeable, I just couldn't hear him very well.

  • The canyon by air

    Leslie Z,

    Sep 11, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    We loved it. Highlight of our visit. The best way to see as much of the canyon as you can is from the air and our pilot was very friendly and extremely knowledgeable about the landmarks and history too. Would highly recommend anyone who could make the time to take the ride do do!! Michael and Jenny

  • Wow!!!!

    Dirk S,

    Sep 9, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Just incredible. A perfect way to see the GC. Jeff was an amazing pilot. The views are magnificent. We were able to even go see some of the North Rim after the fires. If there's a doubt, just do it!

  • Wow! Just wow!

    Stephanie G,

    Sep 5, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    The helicopter ride was incredible! It’s a great way to see the Grand Canyon in 45 minutes! I can’t imagine anything better! Our pilot was very knowledgeable, and we felt very secure in his hands. The ride was really smooth.

From $356.42

4.83
1,922 reviews
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