45-minute Helicopter Flight Over the Grand Canyon from Tusayan, Arizona in Grand Canyon National Park booking from $319.00

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

Overview

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.

City: Grand Canyon National Park

Wed 02 Oct

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What's Included

All taxes and fees

45-minute helicopter flight

Additional Info

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 300lbs. 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, 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.
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travellers
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms

What To Expect

Kaibab National Forest

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.

Painted Desert

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

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

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.

Colorado River

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.

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (1000)

ronaldj646

Jul 2021

Maverick assigns your seats based on what other people are on the tour and weights of individual passengers. They arbitrarily combine couples or groups of passengers to each flight over the Canyon. There are two seats in front by the pilot and there are four seats in the back. If you are fortunate enough to get the two seats in front beside the pilot or on the left rear behind the pilot, you will have amazing views. If you are assigned the two middle seats or the far right seat, forget getting to see much. The back right window is smaller and has obstructed views. Also, our pilot kept the orientation of the helicopter such that the right side was always away from the best views of the Canyon. I would not waste my money again, since the arbitrarily seat assignment determines your views, or lack thereof.

Response from Host

Aug 2021

We are disappointed that you did not have a 5-star experience with us. Our seating is assigned by the weight and balance of the aircraft for safety. We also operate the ECO-Star helicopter, specifically designed and engineered for air tourism with theater-style seating and wrap-around glass to provide optimal visibility for the guest. We appreciate your honest review and are sorry that you felt it did not provide you with the best views of the canyon. Kind Regards, A Maverick Team Member

Laura22003

Jul 2021

Great experience flying over Grand Canyon. Jeff was a great pilot and it was a very smooth flight. He told us all about what we were seeing. It was the experience of a lifetime.

Response from Host

Aug 2021

We love to hear that first-timers had a blast on our adventures as our goal is to create memories to last a lifetime. We appreciate you choosing Maverick Helicopters. Thank you, A Maverick Team Member

Barbara_P

Jul 2021

The beauty and expanse of the Grand Canyon. Our pilot was very knowledgeable and took time to point out highlights and historical info. Great experience and being able to share this with my grandsons was amazing!

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

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