Grand Canyon 45-Minute Helicopter Flight Over Kaibab National Forest from Tusayan, Arizona
by Maverick Helicopters AZ
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This 45-minute helicopter flight departs from the Grand Canyon airport in Tusayan, Arizona, offering aerial views of the Grand Canyon South Rim and surrounding areas. The flight passes over the Kaibab National Forest, which covers 1.6 million acres and contains the world's largest ponderosa pines. From the air, you will see the South Rim drop away as the North Rim and the eastern end of the canyon come into view. The helicopter follows the Colorado River upstream to reveal the Painted Desert and the Desert View Watchtower, a 70-foot tall National Historic Landmark with an observation deck overlooking the canyon's eastern sections. Next, the flight continues over Marble Canyon, marking the start of the Grand Canyon, and Point Imperial, the highest point on the North Rim at 8,803 feet. The route then takes you through the Dragon Corridor, the Grand Canyon’s widest and deepest section. The return flight crosses the Colorado River once more before flying back over the South Rim and Kaibab National Forest to land in Tusayan. The tour includes all taxes and fees but does not cover gratuities or hotel transfers. Note that all passengers 18 and older must present valid government-issued photo ID at check-in.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Kaibab National Forest
The helicopter departs from Tusayan, Arizona at the Grand Canyon South Rim on a tourism-based helicopter designed for safety and comfort. The aircraft has wraparound windows offering views during the approximately 45-minute flight. The flight passes over the 1.6 million-acre (6,500 km²) Kaibab National Forest, which borders both the North and South Rims and contains the world’s largest ponderosa pines.
South Rim and North Rim Views
As you reach the edge of the canyon, the South Rim slopes downward while the North Rim and the eastern part of the canyon come into view. This location offers one of the most notable views of the Grand Canyon from the air.
Painted Desert
The flight continues following the Colorado River upstream, providing distant views of the Painted Desert, which covers 146 square miles. The 70-foot (21-meter) Desert View Watchtower, a National Historic Landmark, is also visible during this segment.
Grand Canyon Desert View Watchtower
The Desert View Watchtower includes an observation deck that provides visitors with views of the eastern parts of the Grand Canyon from the ground; from the air, it is visible as a landmark along the river.
Marble Canyon
Next, the flight passes over Marble Canyon, the section of the Colorado River marking the start of the Grand Canyon. Point Imperial, the highest point on the North Rim at 8,803 feet (2,683 meters), overlooks the Painted Desert and the canyon’s eastern end. The helicopter then flies through the Dragon Corridor, the widest and deepest section of the canyon.
The Colorado River
On the return leg, the flight crosses the Colorado River again, then flies back over the South Rim and Kaibab National Forest before landing in Tusayan. Per FAA rules, all passengers aged 18 or older must present a valid photo ID such as a driver’s license or passport at check-in.
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.
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Cancellation policy
- If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund. If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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Grand Canyon 45-Minute Helicopter Flight Over Kaibab National Forest from Tusayan, Arizona
by Maverick Helicopters AZ
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$796.18Overview
This 45-minute helicopter flight departs from the Grand Canyon airport in Tusayan, Arizona, offering aerial views of the Grand Canyon South Rim and surrounding areas. The flight passes over the Kaibab National Forest, which covers 1.6 million acres and contains the world's largest ponderosa pines. From the air, you will see the South Rim drop away as the North Rim and the eastern end of the canyon come into view. The helicopter follows the Colorado River upstream to reveal the Painted Desert and the Desert View Watchtower, a 70-foot tall National Historic Landmark with an observation deck overlooking the canyon's eastern sections. Next, the flight continues over Marble Canyon, marking the start of the Grand Canyon, and Point Imperial, the highest point on the North Rim at 8,803 feet. The route then takes you through the Dragon Corridor, the Grand Canyon’s widest and deepest section. The return flight crosses the Colorado River once more before flying back over the South Rim and Kaibab National Forest to land in Tusayan. The tour includes all taxes and fees but does not cover gratuities or hotel transfers. Note that all passengers 18 and older must present valid government-issued photo ID at check-in.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Kaibab National Forest
The helicopter departs from Tusayan, Arizona at the Grand Canyon South Rim on a tourism-based helicopter designed for safety and comfort. The aircraft has wraparound windows offering views during the approximately 45-minute flight. The flight passes over the 1.6 million-acre (6,500 km²) Kaibab National Forest, which borders both the North and South Rims and contains the world’s largest ponderosa pines.
South Rim and North Rim Views
As you reach the edge of the canyon, the South Rim slopes downward while the North Rim and the eastern part of the canyon come into view. This location offers one of the most notable views of the Grand Canyon from the air.
Painted Desert
The flight continues following the Colorado River upstream, providing distant views of the Painted Desert, which covers 146 square miles. The 70-foot (21-meter) Desert View Watchtower, a National Historic Landmark, is also visible during this segment.
Grand Canyon Desert View Watchtower
The Desert View Watchtower includes an observation deck that provides visitors with views of the eastern parts of the Grand Canyon from the ground; from the air, it is visible as a landmark along the river.
Marble Canyon
Next, the flight passes over Marble Canyon, the section of the Colorado River marking the start of the Grand Canyon. Point Imperial, the highest point on the North Rim at 8,803 feet (2,683 meters), overlooks the Painted Desert and the canyon’s eastern end. The helicopter then flies through the Dragon Corridor, the widest and deepest section of the canyon.
The Colorado River
On the return leg, the flight crosses the Colorado River again, then flies back over the South Rim and Kaibab National Forest before landing in Tusayan. Per FAA rules, all passengers aged 18 or older must present a valid photo ID such as a driver’s license or passport at check-in.
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.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund. If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.