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Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour 45 min

TourTruth score 6.0 out of 10

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339 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • Grand Canyon National Park
  • 45 min
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Fly over the Grand Canyon’s South Rim, Colorado River, and iconic formations, with an optional guided Hummer tour along scenic viewpoints.

About this tour

See the Grand Canyon unfold beneath you on a 40–50-minute flight above the South Rim. From the air, the Colorado River, North and East Rims, Imperial Point, and the Dragon Corridor reveal the scale and color of this immense landscape. This Grand Canyon helicopter tour pairs sweeping views with comfortable seating, wraparound windows, and headsets for clear communication with your pilot.

Depart from Grand Canyon Airport aboard a state-of-the-art helicopter, with in-flight narration available in multiple languages. Choose the optional guided Hummer tour to continue your outing on the ground. The 2-hour open-air ride includes stops at scenic viewpoints along the canyon rim, offering a different perspective from the aerial route.

Arrive 30 minutes before departure and bring the required identification. Select the Hummer option when booking if you want to add the ground tour. Book your Grand Canyon helicopter tour for a memorable look at the canyon from above and along its rim.

Highlights

  • Soar above the South Rim and take in sweeping canyon views
  • Spot the Colorado River, North and East Rims, Imperial Point, and Dragon Corridor
  • Enjoy wraparound windows and clear pilot communication through headsets
  • Add a guided, 2-hour open-air Hummer tour with scenic rim stops

What's included

Included

  • 40–50-minute helicopter flight
  • In-flight narration in multiple languages
  • Aircraft capacity for up to 6 passengers
  • Guided 2-hour Hummer tour when the option is selected

Not included

  • Hummer tour unless the option is selected
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drink
  • Gratuities
  • $15 per person fuel surcharge
  • For non-U.S. residents ages 16 and older choosing the Hummer option, a park entrance fee may apply

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Important information

  • Arrive 30 minutes before departure to check in at the Papillon Grand Canyon Helicopters terminal at Grand Canyon Airport
  • Passengers ages 18 and older must present government-issued photo ID
  • Infants under age 2 may ride on an adult’s lap; bring proof of age, such as a passport or birth certificate
  • Passengers weighing 300 lb or more must purchase an additional seat directly from the operator on the day of the tour
  • The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • From January 1, 2026, non-U.S. residents on commercial ground tours must buy a $250 pass or pay $100 per adult; children 15 and under are free. International guests with an America the Beautiful Annual Pass are exempt

Frequently asked questions

How long is the helicopter flight?

The flight lasts approximately 40–50 minutes.

Where does the tour depart from?

Check in at the Papillon Grand Canyon Helicopters terminal at Grand Canyon Airport.

How early should I arrive?

Arrive 30 minutes before your selected departure time.

Can I add a Hummer tour?

Yes. Select the option that includes a guided, 2-hour Hummer tour with scenic stops along the canyon rim.

Are there additional fees for larger passengers?

Passengers weighing 300 lb or more must purchase an additional seat directly from the operator on the day of the tour.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.66 from 339 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

How the score works and rating distribution in Grand Canyon National Park
  • Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
  • Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 6.0.

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