Grand Canyon West Helicopter Tour with VIP Skywalk and Boat Ride
Overview
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7 hours
Mobile ticket
Experience the ultimate Grand Canyon adventure from Las Vegas with a round-trip helicopter flight, Skywalk VIP access, and a scenic pontoon boat ride on the Colorado River. Departing from Boulder City, enjoy aerial views of Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, and desert landscapes before landing at the canyon floor for a peaceful river cruise. Then, soar back to the rim for exclusive entry onto the world-famous Skywalk Bridge—plus enjoy hotel transfers (if option selected) and a souvenir photo included.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Personal belongings such as backpacks, handbags and cameras are not allowed on the Skywalk; complimentary storage lockers are available to hold your belongings
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
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
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
Helicopter Flight to Grand Canyon West
Pontoon Boat Ride
Hotel pick-up and drop off (if "Tour with Hotel Transfers" selected)
Canyon Floor Helicopter Landing
Grand Canyon West Express Shuttle
Skywalk Souvenir Photo
Front-of-the-Line Skywalk Admission
Gratuities
Hotel pick-up and drop off (if "Tour without Hotel Transfers" selected)
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Hoover Dam
See the iconic Hoover Dam from above as you fly to the Grand Canyon on a scenic helicopter tour featuring stunning views and large panoramic windows. Enjoy breathtaking aerial perspectives of the dam, Lake Mead, and the surrounding desert landscape. This unforgettable flight offers incredible photo opportunities and a unique way to experience one of America’s greatest engineering marvels.
Lake Mead National Recreation Area
Fly over Lake Mead, the largest man-made lake in the Southwest, and take in breathtaking aerial views of its deep blue waters and surrounding desert terrain. This scenic highlight is a must-see on your Grand Canyon helicopter tour from Las Vegas.
Options
Tour with Hotel Transfers
Hotel Pickup : Hotel pickups commence approx 90-min prior to flight time.
Pickup included
Tour without Hotel Transfers
No Hotel Transfers: Arrive 45 minutes before your flight for check-in. Hotel pickup/drop-off services are not included with this option.
Reviews
92 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
55th Birthday Trip
Aliacevedo123,
Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This experience was awesome, I felt like a star traveling on helicopter from one place to another all day, I got to sit on the front with the pilot. The views are amazing and the people are friendly. I would recommend this for sure.
Not a VIP experience
mrsmusk,
Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00This was not a VIP experience, it could have been had the expectations and promises been delivered. For $2500 (for 2) I expected better. Some of the items advertised as part of this tour were not included. The helicopter ride was fabulous as would be expected and the Grand Canyon spectacular. And the boat ride although short was a different visual perspective. But the advertised inclusion of a skywalk photo was not forthcoming. It was crossed out on the paper provided at the helicopter terminal even though it appears in tour inclusions on TripAdvisor. Also more impacting was the inclusion in writing and explanation by Papillon Helicopters on arrival that the tour included a shuttle service by them from the Papillon helicopter terminal at Grand Canyon to the various vantage points with strict instructions to ensure a 3pm final return to make it for departure of helicopter. After waiting 25 minutes on arrival at GC for the shuttle (with only 2 hours there and a strict time limit) I went in to ask about the shuttle. There were 3 shuttles parked outside the terminal and numerous staff inside chatting and on mobile phones. I was asked how many of us arrived by the helicopter and mins later we were transported. But then asking about our next shuttle we were told to use the public service along with all other tourists! I didn’t pay for that and this resulted in waiting in long queues at the bus stop and then no time at the various locations. Also our ‘vip’ skywalk skip the line wasn’t honoured either. We had to line up along with all others. So. If you are thinking about this experience you’d be better off finding your own way to the Boulder helicopter terminal, paying for the trip on the helicopter, using the public shuttle. Save yourself some money.
Helicopter, Boat Ride and Skywalk-Best Way To See Grand Canyon!
David K,
Sep 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Collin was a great pilot and really made our tour of the Grand Canyon a very memorable one. The helicopter tour and the boat ride down the Colorado River and being able to walk out on the Skywalk was the Best Way to take in all of the beauty of the Grand Canyon.
Unforgettable experience
Neve K,
Sep 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a such a wonderful experience everyone at Papplion helicopter tours and the Grand Canyon were amazing. Everyone had so much information, and The Svywalk photographers were awesome. Highly recommend you yourself to a fabulous and unforgettable experience.
Extremely poor organization!
Ronald K,
Aug 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00No advance information regarding physical condition required to walk down (and back up) 7 flights of stairs from the helicopter to the boat. Mind you this was in 108 deg. heat. Even the physically fit struggled as much as my 73 year old broken body. Other helicopter operators into the canyon switched the seating assignments so that everyone would have a chance to sit upfront, but not this operator, if you are assigned a middle seat in the back you will be there for the entire time with no view! At the Sky walk and at Guano point no tour operator personal present, you will need to ask for directions, assistance and help from there competitors. For the price we paid I would have appreciated the pick up and drop off at our hotel and not at a nearby hotel (25 min walk). This was our 3rd. Helicopter flight into the Grand Canyon and most certainly the most disappointing.
Incredible trip....
Jim K,
Jun 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Incredible trip. Helicopter takes you where no one can walk or hike the views are amazing. The pilot very courteous & made us comfortable. The boat ride showed us the river as it can only be seen on the boat. 2 other stops Eagle & Guano pts were amazing. All of the staff were very polite
Worth every penny what an experience
Sara m,
May 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00What can I say so well organised from start to finish all the team at this company are fantastic so helpful and professional. The whole trip was amazing and special mention to our pilot Collins who was amazing a credit to your company what a lovely young man. We were a party of 4 adults and 2 x 13yr old kids and all of us loved every minute
Misleading advertisement – Not Worth the Price
karinegQ4367CB,
May 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00This tour was extremely disappointing and did not match the description advertised on Tripadvisor. It was advertised to be a 7-hour experience, but from start to finish it lasted only about 4.5 hours — starting at 9:00 AM and ending by 1:30 PM. The boat ride lasted no more than 15 minutes. After just a few minutes of moving, the boat stopped so passengers could take turns posing for photos. We sat there watching others take pictures for 10–15 minutes, then the boat headed straight back. There was no meaningful exploration or sightseeing, just a quick photo op. When we returned to the helicopter landing area, we were about 15 minutes behind schedule, and the pilot was visibly irritated, saying we were making him late. As a result, he rushed the flight back, taking shortcuts that bypassed the most scenic parts of the Grand Canyon — which defeats the whole purpose of paying for a helicopter experience. Back on the ground, we waited another 30 minutes just to be taken back to our hotel, because we had to wait for another group to arrive. To be clear, 4.5 hours is not enough time to properly explore the Grand Canyon and enjoy the experience this tour promises. It felt rushed, poorly managed, and fell far short of expectations. I would not recommend this company.
So glad I booked this tour!
cherylbK3134MK,
Apr 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My husband and I took the Grand Canyon West Helicopter Tour with VIP Skywalk and Boat Ride. It was AMAZING! The flight from Boulder City was very smooth and calm. We flew over Hoover Dam and an inactive volcano, among many other breathtaking landmarks. I 100% recommend this tour!
Excellent...
marta M,
Mar 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent Once in a life time experience It was very windy but our pilot David is very skilled Everybody was very friendly and helpful
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