Helicopter Tour of the North Canyon with Optional Hummer Excursion

4.6 (203 reviews) 25 min – 4 h 30 min Free cancellation

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About this activity

If you're visiting the Grand Canyon National Park, a helicopter tour is the only way to truly see the entire South Rim! Arrive at our state-of-the-art air terminal near the park entrance and board a 25-30 minute flight aboard a luxury sightseeing helicopter. You'll discover aerial views of the striped canyon walls, the Colorado River raging between them, the lush Kaibab Forest lining the canyon's surface, and the elusive North Rim.

You can also upgrade your Grand Canyon helicopter tour to include a ground excursion aboard an open-air Hummer vehicle that stops at multiple stunning lookout points along the canyon's edge.

Important Notice: Effective January 1, 2026, Grand Canyon National Park will implement entrance fees for non-U.S. residents on commercial ground tours, including Hummer combos. International guests must purchase a $250 pass or pay $100 per adult. Children 15 and under are free.

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At a glance

Duration: 25 min – 4 h 30 min
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 36 people
People per booking: 1–30
Audio guide: German, Korean, Chinese, Japanese, English, Italian, French, Dutch, Spanish
Operated by: Papillon Helicopters

Ages: Adults (2–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Air tour from Grand Canyon South Rim Heliport on a state-of-the-art Bell Helicopter
Included: Professional and Knowledgeable Driver-Guide (if Hummer option selected)

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Not included: Hummer Tour (Unless Option is selected)
Not included: Entrance fees: This applies to Non US Residents (ages 16+) opting for the Hummer option. Unless International guests have an America the Beautiful Annual Pass, an entrance fee for international guests will be

Itinerary

Grand Canyon National Park

Passing by

Enjoy a memorable helicopter experience over the Southern and Northern Rims of the Grand Canyon.

You will have a "birds eye view" to this Natural Wonder of the World! After flying over the Kaibab National Forest, you will enter the Dragon Corridor, the deepest and widest part of the Grand Canyon. Marvel at the Canyon's legendary beauty while relaxing in comfort. Have your camera ready as the colorful vistas will leave you awe-struck. These sights, only accessible from a helicopter, will sure to be a topic of discussion for years to come!
Grandview Point

2 hours

If you select the 'Hummer' option, after you have landed you will travel to the Grand Canyon National Park with stops that may include Moran Point, Grandview Point, and other points of interest along the rim on an approximate 2 hour hummer tour. Your expert guide will point out all the highlights on your journey to the most picturesque parts of the Grand Canyon National Park.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Come to the Papillon Grand Canyon Helicopters terminal at Grand Canyon Airport. Be sure to arrive 30 minutes prior to the activity start time that you chose to check in for your tour.

End point

Come to the Papillon Grand Canyon Helicopters terminal at Grand Canyon Airport. Be sure to arrive 30 minutes prior to the activity start time that you chose to check in for your tour.

Using your ticket

You must check in at the meeting point 30 minutes prior to the activity Start Time.
All passengers are required to reconfirm their tour at least 24 hours in advance by contacting our reservations department at 702-736-7243. Specialists are available daily from 8:00am to 8:00pm (Pacific Time).
If you will not be arriving at your destination within the specified reconfirmation period, please reconfirm with the local service provider prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly.
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 a 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
All flight times are approximate and subject to change due to weather conditions and weight restrictions.
Baggage Restrictions - Due to limited space, purses, backpacks, and other baggage are not permitted on the aircraft.
Effective January 1, 2026, the National Park Service will introduce new Grand Canyon National Park entrance fees for non-U.S. residents participating in commercial ground tours, impacting all of our combination tours that include a Hummer Tour. International guests may either purchase a $250 Non-Resident America the Beautiful Pass (valid for the pass holder plus up to three additional adults) or pay a $100 per-adult non-resident entrance fee, both of which are required by and remitted directly to the National Park Service. Children ages 15 and under continue to receive free entry when accompanied by an adult. Air-only tours departing from Grand Canyon Airport or Las Vegas are not subject to the park entrance fee.

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
Specialized infant seats are available
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
If hummer option of the tour is selected, children 5 years of age and younger will be supplied with a car seat or booster seat
For comfort and weight/balance of the aircraft, passengers weighing over 300 lbs will be required to purchase an additional seat. This is payable directly to the tour operator on the day of the tour
You must arrive 30 minutes prior to your departure time to check in for your tour.
Effective Jan 1, 2026, Grand Canyon National Park will add entrance fees for non-U.S. residents on commercial ground tours, including Hummer combos. International guests must buy a $250 pass or pay $100 per adult. Kids 15 and under are free.

Options

25-Minute Helicopter Tour Only

Helicopter Tour Only: 25 minute helicopter air tour over Grand Canyon National Park
Heli Tour with Sunset Hummer

25 minute helicopter air tour over Grand Canyon with 2-hour Sunset Hummer tour with multiple stops at viewpoints.
Helicopter Tour with Hummer

25 minute helicopter air tour over Grand Canyon National Park with 2-hour Hummer tour with multiple stops at viewpoints.