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.
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
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)
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
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
Race Week: With Transfers
Vegas Race Week Flight : Aerial views of the Las Vegas Grand Prix street circuit & grandstands with return flight over the Las Vegas Strip.
Roundtrip Transportation: Transportation provided from select Las Vegas hotels is included. Arrange pickup when you call to confirm your reservation.
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
Las Vegas: No Transport
Las Vegas Upgrade Option: This air tour departs from the VIP terminal in Las Vegas and includes a Las Vegas Strip flyover!
Without Transport Option: Passengers must arrange their own transport to the air terminal and arrive 45 minutes before their departure time.
Boulder City: With Transport
Hotel Pickup : Hotel pickups commence approximately 90-min prior to flight time
PBW1
Pickup included
Boulder City: No Transport
No Hotel Transfers: Arrive 45 minutes before your flight for check-in. Hotel pickup/drop-off services are not included with this option.
Starting point:
1265 Airport Rd, Boulder City, NV 89005, USA
Race Week: No Transfers
Las Vegas Race Week: Aerial views of the Las Vegas Grand Prix street circuit & grandstands with return flight over the Las Vegas Strip.
No Transfers: Transportation is not included. Passengers must self-drive Las Vegas Terminal and check-in 45-minutes prior to departure.
Starting point:
5060 Koval Ln, Las Vegas, NV 89119, USA
Reviews
247 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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
This experience was...
Charlotte S,
Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This experience was amazing, our pilot Doug was so knowledgeable telling us lot of amazing information on our flight. I would highly recommend this experience and topped off by my partner proposing to me when we landed in the Grand Canyon ❤️🥂
It was by far the best...
Robin F,
Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was by far the best experience I’ve had in Las Vegas!! I’ve always wanted to fly over the Grand Canyon and this was everything I thought it would be and more!!!
Amazing!
Maryline M,
Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Not only was it an unforgettable experience but I wanted to highlight the seriousness of the staff and the impressive skill of the pilot! Thank you again for this unforgettable adventure!
It was beyond my...
Anthony M,
Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was beyond my expectations! Our skillful pilot pointed out details and views to all of us. We have some great photos and memories!! Thank you!!!
Exceptional experience
Christine B,
Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Fantastic, professional, well organized, on time, beyond expectations. The staff is friendly
Fantastic from start to finish
Lucy H,
Oct 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This trip was amazing! We booked the west rim Ariel tour and were upgraded when we arrived at the terminal. For no extra charge they upgraded us to a 2hr west rim tour with landing and champagne toast! Raffael was superb! He was so knowledgeable and made us laugh. He was considerate and made us feel very safe. He was willing to answer all our questions and he made the experience awesome.
A once-in-lifetime-experience!
romannr2025,
Jul 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an amazing, once-in-a-lifetime experience! We took the sunset flight to the Grand Canyon, took some spectacular pictures and lots of videos! Our pilot Kane was awesome and we learned so much from him during our 45 min flight (each way) about Las Vegas, the sceneries, Hoover Dam and of course the Grand Canyon! He was a 10 from 10! The service from Papillion ground staff was also excellent! Thanks again for everything!
Grand Canyon by Helicopter
Mary P,
Jul 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This us an amazing experience I wanted to do for so many years. I highly recommend it. It is beautiful and historic!
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