45-minute Helicopter Flight Over the Grand Canyon from Tusayan, Arizona

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45-minute Helicopter Flight Over the Grand Canyon from Tusayan, Arizona — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

Your tour beings at the Grand Canyon airport in Tusayan, Arizona. Fly over the ponderosa pines of Kaibab National Forest on a 45-minute helicopter excursion from the Grand Canyon South Rim. Upstream on the Colorado River are views of the Painted Desert and Desert View Watchtower. View Marble Canyon and Point Imperial as you fly through the Canyon and climb above the North Rim to head south through the Dragon Corridor, the Canyon’s widest and deepest section.

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At a glance

Duration: 45 min
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 7 people
People per booking: 1–7
Guide: English
Operated by: Maverick Helicopters AZ

Ages: Infants (0–1 years) · Adults (2–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: All taxes and fees
Included: 45-minute helicopter flight

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off

Itinerary

Kaibab National Forest

Passing by

You will depart Tusayan, Arizona located in the South Rim of the Grand Canyon on the safest and most comfortable-tourism based helicopter in the world. On your 45-minute helicopter flight, enjoy the luxurious comfort and wraparound windows which offer breathtaking views of the Canyon.

Enjoy the fantastic views of the Canyon as you fly over the 1.6 million-acre (6,500 km²) Kaibab National Forest, which borders both the north and south rims of the Grand Canyon. The Kaibab National Forest is home to the world’s largest ponderosa pines.
Stop 2

Passing by

Upon reaching the edge of the canyon, the South Rim gently drops away as the North Rim and east end of the canyon come into view – this is definitely one of the greatest views of the Grand Canyon.
Painted Desert

Passing by

You will continue your journey as you follow the Colorado River upstream viewing at a distance the 146-square mile Painted Desert and the 70-foot (21-meter) Desert View Watchtower, a National Historic Landmark.
Grand Canyon Desert View Watchtower

Passing by

The Desert View Watchtower features an observation deck from which visitors to the national park can view eastern portions of the Grand Canyon.
Marble Canyon

Passing by

Next, view Marble Canyon, the section of the Colorado River which marks the beginning of the Grand Canyon, and Point Imperial, the highest point on the North Rim at 8,803 feet (2,683 meters). Point Imperial overlooks the Painted Desert and the eastern end of Grand Canyon. You will fly through the Canyon above the North Rim heading south through the Dragon Corridor, the widest and deepest section of the Canyon.
The Colorado River

Passing by

At the end of your helicopter flight, you will cross over the Colorado River and fly over the South Rim and the Kaibab National Forest to land.

Please note: Per FAA regulations, all passengers 18 years and older will be required to show photo ID such as a driver's license or passport at the time of check-in.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

All passengers must be checked in 30 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time; failure to comply may cause flight cancellation with no reimbursement.

End point

All passengers must be checked in 30 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time; failure to comply may cause flight cancellation with no reimbursement.

Using your ticket

VALID IDENTIFICATION: Per FAA regulations, a valid Government ID is required to board the helicopter flight. Acceptable forms of identification include a REAL-ID compliant government issued Driver's License or Passport. Your ID MUST match the lead name on this ticket. Photocopies or digital IDs are not accepted. Any guest arriving without original, government-issued identification will be denied check-in, and no refunds will be issued for any guest in the reservation.

IMPORTANT: It is a Federal crime to board an FAA Approved U.S. Air Carrier with a fraudulent identification.

ARRIVAL TIME AT TERMINAL: You MUST arrive at least 40 minutes prior to your scheduled flight time. Failure to do so may result in cancellation of your booking without refund.

COMFORT & SAFETY: Due to comfort and weight / balance of the helicopter, passengers weighing over 275 lbs (124 kg) will be required to purchase an additional seat. This is payable directly to the tour operator on the day of the tour.

Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.

ACCESSIBILITY: This tour is wheelchair accessible provided that there is someone in your party able to assist you with boarding and disembarking. Wheelchairs will remain at the terminal during flight

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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.

If you cancel	You get back
At least 3 days before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Due to comfort and weight / balance of the aircraft, passengers weighing over 275 lbs (124 kg or 19.6 stone) will be required to purchase an additional seat; this is payable directly to the tour operator on the day of the tour
Individual passenger weights, including infants, MUST be advised at time of booking
Pilots are unable to assist passengers boarding and disembarking due to insurance regulations
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
Per FAA Regulations, original government issued photo ID such as a REAL-ID compliant driver's license or a valid passport is required for all travelers over the age of 18. Photocopies or digital IDs are not accepted. Any guest arriving without original, government-issued identification will be denied check-in, and no refunds will be issued for any guest in the reservation.
Helicopter seating is based on legal weight & balance limits and will be assigned after check-in. Maverick Helicopters does not guarantee seating next to or in the same row of the rest of the party.”