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 25 Sep

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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)

Nigel K

Nov 2017

If you are in the front you get a panoramic view of the canyon but in the back you get a panoramic view of the front passengers. Its very unfair that Maverick charge the same price whether you are in the front or the back of this helicopter. Very frustrating when three of the passengers are whooping with joy as they board..... As several reviewers have pointed out, if you are an average male you should expect to be in the rear seat and if you are in the middle dont expect to capture any decent photos. Sorry Maverick, but this is grossly unfair.

Response from Host

Nov 2017

We at Maverick Helicopters make safety our top priority and while I understand and empathize with your frustration in regards to the seating situation, we have to be very careful to properly balance the helicopter and all seating arrangements reflect that. I am sorry that you feel that your seats did not provide the best view but we exclusively fly the ECOSTAR helicopter which is the model that provides the optimum views for sightseeing and we do feel we are providing a quality product no matter where you are seated in the aircraft. It is unfortunate that you felt your experience was lacking but we certainly appreciate our customer’s taking the time to share feedback good or bad. Kind regards, A Maverick Team Member

Steve G

Nov 2017

This was my first helicopter flight, and it truly set the standard for all others that may follow. Our pilot, Chris, while extremely professional, was as friendly and informative as he could be. When "the bottom dropped out" as we cleared the mesa at the rim of the Grand Canyon, it was the most exhilarating experience of my life to date (and I've had a number of them, happily). It. Just. Takes. Your. Breath. Away. We saw so much (even wildlife "bathing" in a small pond on a mesa on our way back in)! Chris and Maverick made it incredibly memorable for our party. This experience will be tough to top. We will be back!

graymar6

Nov 2017

I have to admit, I was more than a little wary of getting into a helicopter and flying over the Grand Canyon! I made the mistake of googling previous accidents! However, we awoke to beautiful blue skies and little wind so I took the plunge (not literally)! The ride was exhilarating! It truly is the best way to see the canyon in all its beauty.

Response from Host

Nov 2017

Thank you for choosing to fly Maverick and we are glad that you enjoyed your tour with us!

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

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