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Grand Canyon: Helicopter Ride and Optional Hummer Tour

1. Grand Canyon: Helicopter Ride and Optional Hummer Tour

Admire the Grand Canyon from a unique perspective with a helicopter tour that elevates the views to a whole new level. Add an optional Hummer tour, either during the day or at sunset, for another memorable way to experience this natural wonder. Fly over the Kaibab National Forest, across the widest part of the South Rim. Enjoy breathtaking views over the Colorado River towards the North Rim. See formations like the Tower of Ra and Vishnu Schist as you fly through the Dragon Corridor. Upgrade your tour to include a Hummer experience. Ride in comfort and view rock formations, gorges, and other wonders of the national park. The vehicle has been customized to allow you to take in the best views of the canyon's landscape. The journey into the Grand Canyon will be led by a guide who will take you to 3-4 of the best viewpoints. Learn about the canyon’s formation, history, animals, and ancient inhabitants. There'll be plenty of time to explore and take photos as well.

From South Rim: Grand Canyon Spirit Helicopter Tour

2. From South Rim: Grand Canyon Spirit Helicopter Tour

Head to Grand Canyon Airport at Tusayan, Arizona for a fantastic 45-minute helicopter flight over the Grand Canyon. Departing from the South Rim of the Grand Canyon, soar above the Kaibab National Forest for amazing views of the Marble Canyon and Point Imperial. Watch in awe as the South Rim gradually drops away, providing one of the most memorable views of the entire canyon. Climb above the North Rim, and experience the fabulous bird's-eye views before heading through the Dragon Corridor, the canyon's widest and deepest part. See in the distance the Painted Desert and the Desert View Watchtower, designed by the Hopi Native Americans. Your journey then follows the Colorado River upstream to where it merges with the Little Colorado River, back over the Kaibab National Forest, and on to Tusayan. Relax as you take in the views from a state-of-the-art ECO-Star Helicopter with individual leather seats, wraparound glass for outstanding visibility, and exceptional noise-reduction features both inside and out.

Grand Canyon: Discovery Air Tour

3. Grand Canyon: Discovery Air Tour

Experience the grandeur of the Grand Canyon South Rim on an aerial tour complete with commentary in multiple languages that is bound to captivate you. Your flight leaves from the Grand Canyon national park terminal and takes you over the Kaibab National Forest, Kaibab Plateau, Confluence of Colorado, Little Colorado River, Imperial Point, and Zuni Corridor. Once onboard your plane, sit back and get ready to enjoy the thrill of the incredible scenery this natural wonder has to offer. All seats provide unobstructed views for sightseeing and photography through the specially designed oversized windows. This Grand discovery tour is perfect for families and for individuals who have limited time yet wish to enjoy all of the beauty of the Grand Canyon.

Tusayan: Grand Canyon Helicopter Ride with Optional Hummer

4. Tusayan: Grand Canyon Helicopter Ride with Optional Hummer

See the absolute best views the Grand Canyon has to offer on this 40–50-minute aerial sightseeing adventure. Join us at the Grand Canyon Helicopters terminal at the Grand Canyon National Park Airport (GCN) in Tusayan/Grand Canyon Village South. Settle into a state-of-the-art helicopter built especially for sightseeing, and off you go! As you soar across the canyon rim, watch as the bottom seemingly drops out from under your feet. You'll gaze deep into the very core of the canyon over 5,000 feet down to the dramatic confluence of the Little Colorado River. You will then drift past Imperial Point - a rugged spire standing alone near the North Rim of the Canyon. Flying at the same altitude as the North Rim, you may feel you can reach out and touch the canyon walls. It's an up-close and personal perspective only a helicopter can provide! The North Rim is a vastly different climate and supports plant and animal life not present at the drier South Rim. You'll then head back to Grand Canyon South Rim via the Dragon Corridor, another of the Grand Canyon's most picturesque sections. If you want the most scenic views from the most impressive heights, this is the helicopter tour for you.

Grand Canyon National Park: Guided Sunset Hummer Tour

5. Grand Canyon National Park: Guided Sunset Hummer Tour

Discover Grand Canyon National Park at the golden hour, when it comes alive with striking colors, incredible shadows, and moving light. Take sight of multicolored rock layers aboard a former military humvee, customized to ensure the best experience. Follow your professional guide and discover the most awe-inspiring viewpoints and lookouts of the South Rim. Listen to stories and facts about the Grand Canyon, including its creation, history, and ancient inhabitants. After each lookout or viewpoint, enjoy enough time to capture memory-making photographs. The last viewpoint on this tour is to watch the sunset, and marvel at the dramatic color changes as the sun dips below the horizon. Tours take place on paved, public roads; there is no off road travel permitted in the Grand Canyon National Park

Tusayan: Grand Canyon Desert View & South Rim Pink Jeep Tour

6. Tusayan: Grand Canyon Desert View & South Rim Pink Jeep Tour

Visit the South Rim Grand Canyon National Park and travel the entire length of Desert View Drive, approximately 23 miles. Take in breathtaking canyon views and the best viewpoints. Our local, certified adventure guides will share hidden gems and first-hand knowledge of this natural world wonder. You'll make several stops along the South Rim where the scenery changes with the weather and time of day, ensuring that you never see the same view twice. Learn about plants, animals, geology and how the canyon was formed while traveling to Yavapai Point. Your guide will bring the history of the Grand Canyon to life with tales of its native peoples, adventurous explorers and early tourists. Be sure to capture photos of the Desert View Watchtower to the east and towering rock spires against the sky. Your Grand Canyon tour includes park admission fees and a ticket to the IMAX® Movie, "Grand Canyon: Rivers of Time." This newly released film shares captivating canyon history, complete with in-depth looks at the area’s indigenous tribes, early explorers and places that few have ever seen.

Grand Canyon National Park: 2-Hour Small-Group Hummer Tour

7. Grand Canyon National Park: 2-Hour Small-Group Hummer Tour

Join a small-group tour perfect for families, groups, and adventure-seekers alike and spend 2 hours exploring the Grand Canyon in a former military Humvee that has been customized to ensure every seat is 'the best seat' to view the canyon's incredible landscape.    Enjoy your journey into the Grand Canyon with a professional guide who will lead you to 3-4 of the most amazing viewpoints and overlooks that the Grand Canyon has to offer. Hear stories and information about the canyon’s formation, history, animals, and ancient inhabitants. After arriving at each viewpoint or overlook, you will have plenty of time to explore and capture memories in photographs.

Grand Canyon: Off-Road Sunset Safari with Skip-the-Gate Tour

8. Grand Canyon: Off-Road Sunset Safari with Skip-the-Gate Tour

Enjoy a tour of the Grand Canyon National Park with skip-the-gate tickets. Witness breathtaking sunset views, venture down forest paths on a 4x4, and travel to the Canyon's edge with your experienced guide. Start your tour hassle-free with skip-the-gate admission that allows you to bypass the usual long lines. With your guide and driver, venture off-road down historic stagecoach trails through the Kaibab Forest in search of elk, deer, and turkey en route to the Canyon’s edge. Once you arrive, witness one of the world’s most magnificent vistas – sunset at the Grand Canyon. Follow your local guide as they lead you to viewpoints along the Canyon’s edge while describing geologic formations, inner canyon trails, and the Colorado River. Your tour will culminate in the best spot to catch the sunset from the spectacular Grandview Point where the fading sunlight turns the Canyon into a kaleidoscope of colors.

From Tusayan: Grand Canyon Desert View Sunset Tour

9. From Tusayan: Grand Canyon Desert View Sunset Tour

Take part in a special Grand Canyon sunset tour. Our Certified Interpretive Guides will share first-hand knowledge of the unique landscape and take you to remote viewpoints along the South Rim. You’ll ride in a custom-built, open-air pink Jeep® Wrangler with no barrier between you and the desert. This is the perfect way to experience the Grand Canyon at sunset. Your tour continues on to a 7,500-foot overlook at Navajo Point, the highest overlook on the South Rim, for amazing photo ops. Our tour guides have deep knowledge of the Grand Canyon and the native people who have lived here for centuries. You’ll hear forgotten tales from different points of view and learn how some natural landmarks were named. Your Grand Canyon sunset tour will finish on the edge of the Canyon, as the sun descends behind the cliffs and the desert begins to glow. Pictures can't compare to watching the canyon walls being painted with light in real-time.

From Flagstaff: Grand Canyon Railroad Full-Day Guided Tour

10. From Flagstaff: Grand Canyon Railroad Full-Day Guided Tour

The Grand Canyon is one of the most spectacular “Seven Wonders of the World”! This Grand Canyon Railroad Tour offers you an up-close and personal tour of this inspiring canyon. Your Grand Canyon Tour starts off with a scenic ride from the Red Rocks of Sedona, through Oak Creek Canyon (noted as one of the top 10 scenic drives in America) and towering Ponderosa Pines of Flagstaff. After this, head to the train depot in Williams. When you board the historic Grand Canyon Railway, be entertained by cowboys and enjoy the tunes of strolling musicians as the train travels back in time during the scenic 65-mile journey to the canyon. The train offers wonderful views of the San Francisco Peaks and rolls through valleys riddled with wildflowers, dense pine forests, high desert plains, and small canyons. Upgrade your experience with a first-class ticket, which includes oversized seats, big windows, bar service, and complimentary snacks. Upon arrival at the Grand Canyon, explore the views of the canyon and the historical buildings of Grand Canyon Village. Afterward, get time to enjoy lunch on your own (lunch not included) and rejoin your guide to continue across the south rim heading east. Spend approximately 4 hours in the Grand Canyon National Park. Making your way along the canyon rim, experience the stunning views over the Colorado River Gorge. Climb up to the top of the Watchtower Observatory for magnificent panoramic views of the Grand Canyon. On the return trip, tour the East Rim of Grand Canyon National Park and see various scenic overlooks. Visit the Desert View Watchtower and the historic Cameron Trading Post on the Navajo Reservation—one of the finest places to shop for authentic Native American souvenirs. You may also visit The Gallery, home of many breathtaking pieces of fine and historic Native American Arts and Crafts.

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4.5 / 5

based on 295 reviews

We had a wonderful tour. Keton was professional in every way; a wealth of knowledge on the Canyon, a safe driver and ensured we were comfortable at all times. I will be booking with Canyon Dave again when I return with more family

It's a must. It was a bit cold buy our guide was the best. She had blankets and water. Friendly and knowledgeable. Educational experience for my grandchildren and my daughter.

This truly is a must-do when visiting the canyon. The views you get are simply magnificent and unique. We had an amazing pilot which made for a great experience.

Charlie was excellent Very knowledgeable great running commentary and skilful driving in challenging conditions Book this tour and ask for Charlie

Terrific sunset tour and we loved our guide, Gigi. Strong recommend!