Grand Canyon West Rim Aerial Helicopter Tour
Overview
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4 hours
Mobile ticket
Experience a thrilling helicopter tour departing from Boulder City Airport, soaring over the Grand Canyon West Rim with stunning aerial views of Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, and the Colorado River. Capture incredible photos through wrap-around windows as you fly above the canyon’s sculpted sandstone walls. Upgrade your tour with a flight over the iconic Las Vegas Strip on your return, and choose convenient self-transport with arrival 45 minutes before departure.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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
For No Transfer Option - Passengers must arrange transport to air terminal 45-minutes before flight time.
What To Expect
Hoover Dam
After arrival at the herlicopter terminal, you'l fly in a state-of-the-art helicopter over the famous Hoover Dam en route to Grand Canyon West.
Colorado River
Fly over the meandering Colorado River as you soar through the stunning Grand Canyon West Rim, capturing breathtaking views of one of nature’s most iconic landscapes.
Options
Boulder City: With Transport
Hotel Pickup : Hotel pickups commence approximately 90-min prior to flight time PBW1 Pickup included
Las Vegas: With Transport
Las Vegas Upgrade Option: This air tour departs from the VIP terminal in Las Vegas and includes a Las Vegas Strip flyover! Hotel Pickup : Hotel pickups commence approximately 90-min prior to flight time HLW1 Pickup included
What‘s Included
Flight over the Las Vegas Strip (if Vegas Upgrade Option is selected)
70-minute approx. flight (Boulder City departure)
90-minute flight (if Vegas Upgrade Option is selected)
Hotel pickup and drop off by shuttle bus from select hotels (if option selected)
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop off (if "Without Transportation" option selected)
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
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.
Reviews
256 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Best way to start a day!
JASON R,May 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It's the experience of a lifetime! The views are awe inspiring and the pilot gives an excellent narration.
Bucket List
Kay E,May 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience. Emma was a great pilot and guide and was patient with me while getting in the helicopter. I had a knee replacement and it took a few tries to get situated. I was grateful for the step stool. I did wish that it was cooler on the helicopter but it was a hot day. The picnic basket snack and drink was very refreshing.
Fantastic from start to finish
louise l,Mar 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Most amazing trip, so well organised and everything was fantastic. From drivers to admin to the pilot it was just so positive
Highly recommended
Alistair M,Jan 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Had such a great time on the tour. The staff were exceptional and did everything in their power to help when the first tour I was booked on was cancelled due to the weather and the actual tour itself was so much fun with a brilliant pilot. Cannot recommend enough.
Amazing wonderful trip.
KRISHNA S,Dec 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our Grand Canyon helicopter tour was the highlight of our family vacation! Traveling with our 5-year-old, we were a bit nervous, but our pilot made us feel completely safe and comfortable from start to finish. The flight was incredibly smooth, and the views were breathtaking. Landing inside the canyon for a champagne toast felt like a dream—it was such a special way to celebrate with the family.
Love it
P7797ZSdenisem,Dec 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was awesome never had an experience like that in my life and the people was kind and friendly I will be recommending people to do this.
An amazing trip. This is...
Philip H,Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00An amazing trip. This is a must do trip if you get the chance. Our pilots Jackson and Ethan were just brilliant.
It was a wonderful...
Luciana M,Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a wonderful experience to fly above the Grand Canyon and see this marvel of Nature up close. Our pilot, Mitch, has been a great guide and a very friendly companion.
A must experience for everyone! ⭐
MollTravels,Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A must experience for anyone visiting the vegas area! We did the landing tour in the canyon and it was the highlight of our whole trip. From the booking agent we did it with (can’t remember his name but he has a stand on the vegas strip) who was super helpful to pick up and to getting to boulder and the customer service there which was exceptional and so well organised! We just couldn’t fault this trip at all! Gerald was our pilot who was so lovely and was also such a good guide with lots of facts of what we were flying over! Couldn’t fault him! Honestly the best experience we have ever done, I’m telling everyone now that this is a must! We were going to hire a car and drive to the canon ourselves but we are so so glad we booked this trip 10000000% worth every penny!
Great experience of the Grabd Canyon
Kevgreen36,Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really impressed with the flight today, we stopped for breakfast in the canyon, 10 out of 10 , call-out for Mitch the pilot, very informative and genuine nice guy
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