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Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour Below the Rim

TourTruth score 8.0 out of 10

Very goodTop 18% in Las Vegas

47 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • Las Vegas
  • 25 min
  • Updated November 4, 2026

Descend below the Grand Canyon’s West Rim on a 25-minute helicopter flight above the Colorado River and desert landscapes.

About this tour

Leave the desert behind as your helicopter lifts from Grand Canyon Western Ranch Heliport and heads toward the West Rim. This 25-minute Grand Canyon helicopter tour pairs sweeping desert views with a rare flight below the canyon’s edge.

From above, spot the Ancient Joshua Tree Forest, Spirit Mountain, and the Grand Wash Cliffs. At the rim, descend 1,500 feet into the canyon, where the Colorado River winds beneath towering walls and sculpted stone buttresses. Your route follows dramatic rock formations before climbing through Quartermaster Canyon for the return to the ranch. Large windows offer panoramic views, while the pilot shares history and context along the way. The flight also includes the Grand Canyon National Park overflight fee.

Bring your camera for striking views of the canyon’s layered colors and immense scale. Arrive 30 minutes early with a valid photo ID and credit card. Book your Grand Canyon helicopter tour for a memorable perspective both above and below the rim.

Highlights

  • Descend 1,500 feet below the Grand Canyon’s West Rim
  • Trace the Colorado River through the canyon
  • Fly over the Ancient Joshua Tree Forest and Grand Wash Cliffs
  • Admire towering stone buttresses, pillars, and vivid canyon walls
  • Cross Quartermaster Canyon on the return flight

What's included

Included

  • 25-minute helicopter tour departing from Grand Canyon Western Ranch Heliport
  • Grand Canyon National Park overflight fee
  • Panoramic views of the Ancient Joshua Tree Forest
  • Flight below the Grand Canyon rim and above the Colorado River
  • Views of canyon walls and stone buttresses

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Food and beverages at the ranch
  • Optional 1-hour horseback ride and buffalo safari: USD 109.00 per person
  • Optional 45-minute horse-drawn wagon ride and buffalo safari: USD 79.00 per person
  • Optional gun shooting range, 30 rounds: USD 79.00 per person

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Important information

  • Arrive 30 minutes before departure
  • Bring a valid photo ID and credit card for check-in
  • A minimum of 5 passengers is required for shared tours; the helicopter seats up to 6
  • Passengers over 250 lb (112 kg) must purchase an additional seat
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  • People over 300 lb (136 kg) are listed as unable to participate
  • People with mobility impairments and wheelchair users are listed as unable to participate
  • Unaccompanied minors are not permitted
  • Pets, weapons, sharp objects, smoking, vaping, selfie sticks, non-folding wheelchairs, backpacks, coolers, alcohol, and drugs are prohibited
  • Comfortable shoes are recommended

Frequently asked questions

How long is the helicopter tour?

The helicopter tour lasts 25 minutes.

Where does the tour depart from?

The tour departs from Grand Canyon Western Ranch Heliport.

How many passengers can the helicopter carry?

The helicopter seats up to 6 passengers. Shared tours require at least 5 passengers to operate.

Is an additional seat required for heavier passengers?

Passengers over 250 lb (112 kg) must purchase an additional seat. People over 300 lb (136 kg) are listed as unable to participate.

What should I bring for check-in?

Bring a valid photo ID and credit card, and arrive 30 minutes before departure.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. GetYourGuide rates it 4.75 from 47 reviews. We place that rating among all GetYourGuide ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

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  • 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 8.0. Top 18% in Las Vegas means it ranks in the top 18% of tours in Las Vegas by this score.

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