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Allen Easterling
US

Allen

United States
Feb 2026

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My husband and I were in town for our 1 year anniversary ... we landed down by the river and had the champagne and it was the most beautiful scenery and sights we have seen. We had the best pilot, I'm thinking it was Mitch . He was so knowledgeable and had a great personality and even had great music. This was a really great tour and would highly recommend for a lifetime memory.
Shlomo Shenzis

Shlomo

Jan 2026

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The helicopter tour was an absolutely amazing experience from start to finish. The panoramic view of the grand canyon from above were truly spectacular, offering a breathtaking perspective of the landscape. The entire team, from the pilot to the ground staff, was exceptionally friendly and welcoming. Their genuine warmth and engaging sense of humor added an extra layer of enjoyment to an already unforgettable journey. I highly recommend this tour for an incredible adventure and a truly memorable outing.
EHV Dahmen
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Ehv

Netherlands
Feb 2026

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It was an amaxing experience! It is God's wonder! Flying above the woods and then suddenly be part of this wonder Thanks to the Papillon helicopter crew!
Kristopher Kulseth
US

Kristopher

United States
Sep 2025

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Awesome trip! Pilot was friendly, professional, and happy to answer questions during the flight. Highly recommended for all ages!
Lisa Burgess
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Lisa

United Kingdom
Oct 2025

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What an amazing trip this was. Our guide Gia was sooooo knowledgeable and such good fun. The Canyon itself was simply WOW. We did the sky walk and decided to add the helicopter and boat to our day and I can honestly say it was worth every penny. We will absolutely be back to Vegas and will use this company again.
Terri L Cunkle
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Terri

United States
Sep 2025

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#It was incredible, we did the VIP tour to go underground along with up top. We were on a tour bus group, could have used at least another 1/2 hour there. But overall loved it. We have been to Vegas several times and this is the first time we've done the Dam tour. A must do.
Steve O'Connor
US

Steve

United States
Jan 2026
The views from inside the canyon were spectacular! The pilot Justin was excellent very professional and very informative! The whole experience will never be forgotten.
Michal K

Michal

Aug 2025
I visited Tusayan in August 2025 and had a reservation for a hummer ride around Grand Canyon and an Airline flight over the Grand Canyon. Both trips were great

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What to expect on your West Rim tour of the Grand Canyon

Guests walking at Grand Canyon West Rim during helicopter tour floor landing.
Grand Canyon Skywalk with visitors on glass bridge over canyon.
Boat ride on the Colorado River with tourists, Grand Canyon West Rim cliffs in background.
Helicopter flying over Grand Canyon West Rim with river view, part of 15-min tour including floor landing and boat ride.
Airplane flying over the Grand Canyon during a West Rim tour from Las Vegas.
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Easy access from Las Vegas

Just two hours from Las Vegas, Grand Canyon West is the most convenient part of the canyon to reach, the perfect choice for a quick getaway to one of the world’s greatest natural wonders.

Views from the Grand Canyon West Skywalk

Step onto the glass bridge and walk beyond the canyon’s edge for unmatched, straight-down views of the canyon floor, dramatic rock formations, and the sheer scale of the landscape.

Multiple choices for flexible exploration

Pick the style of visit that suits you: from short sightseeing tours, transportation-included day trips, aerial experiences with adventure add-ons, to self-guided options. You can make the West Rim as relaxed or as action-packed as you like.

Enjoy time on the Grand Canyon floor

Some West Rim tours include a floor landing that brings you directly inside the canyon; no strenuous hiking required. You get all the excitement of being on the canyon floor, minus the physical effort.

See the Grand Canyon from the sky, rim, and river

Combo tours let you experience the West Rim from multiple angles. Fly over the canyon by helicopter or airplane, add a peaceful boat ride along the Colorado River, and explore the rim’s viewpoints all in one seamless itinerary.

Things to know before booking your West Rim tour

  • Timings: Grand Canyon West remains open all year, with last entry at 5pm for on-site ticket purchases. Winter hours may vary.
  • Tours from Las Vegas: Choose from convenient tours departing from Las Vegas, including airplane flights , helicopter tours (many with Skywalk entry or floor landing add-ons), and full-day bus tours . See the detailed guide below for more.
  • Entrance fee: Some aerial tours do not include West Rim admission. Entry at the West Rim is $99 and covers viewpoints, non-ticketed attractions, and the Skywalk.
  • Transport: A complimentary, wheelchair-accessible shuttle runs throughout the West Rim for easy movement between sites.
  • Aerial tour restrictions: Airplane and helicopter tours have a 300 lbs (136 kg) passenger limit. Guests exceeding this must purchase an additional seat.

Your Grand Canyon West tours explained

Tour Tour typeDurationStarting pointSights coveredHighlightsInclusionsUpgradesTickets

Grand Canyon West Rim Entry Tickets with Skywalk Access

Ground tour (self-exploration)

All day

Grand Canyon West

Grand Canyon West Rim, Eagle Point, Guano Point, Hualapai Ranch, Skywalk

All-day access to all the viewpoints and attractions at Grand Canyon West with Skywalk entry

Admission to Grand Canyon West, Skywalk, vouchers for meal and merchandise, shuttle service

From $113

Las Vegas to Grand Canyon West & Hoover Dam Bus Tour with Optional Skywalk Entry

Bus tour

10/12 hrs

Las Vegas

Grand Canyon West Rim, Hoover Dam, Eagle Point, Guano Point

Round-trip transportation in a luxury coach, with a stop at the Hoover Dam for a culturally rich day trip from Las Vegas

Guide, bus transport, admission and tour of Grand Canyon West, Hoover Dam stop

Lunch, Skywalk admission tickets, helicopter ride to the canyon floor, pontoon boat ride

From $84

15-min Grand Canyon West Rim Helicopter Tour plus Canyon Floor Landing, Boat Ride with Optional Skywalk

Helicopter tour, pontoon boat tour

4 hrs

Grand Canyon West

Aerial and floor views of the West Rim and Colorado River

Highlights tour of the West Rim from multiple vantage points, with a scenic boat ride

Helicopter tour, floor landing with pontoon boat ride

Admission to Grand Canyon West, Skywalk entry tickets

From $309

From Las Vegas: 70+ min Grand Canyon West Rim Helicopter Tour with Optional Las Vegas Strip Views

Helicopter tour

4 hrs

Boulder City Municipal Airport/Las Vegas Strip Terminal

Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, Mojave Desert, Grand Canyon West Rim, Skywalk

Close-up aerial view of the West Rim and the American Southwest region with round-trip hotel transport

Helicopter tour, multilingual narration

Las Vegas Strip helicopter views

From $419

From Las Vegas: 70+ min Grand Canyon West Rim Helicopter Tour Plus Canyon Floor Landing with Champagne

Helicopter tour

4 hrs

Boulder City Municipal Airport/Las Vegas Strip Terminal

Grand Canyon West Rim, Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, Colorado River, Skywalk, Eagle Point

Floor landing with a Champagne picnic, free time for self-exploration, and round-trip hotel transport add to the Grand Canyon experience

Helicopter tour, multilingual narration, floor landing, Champagne picnic, self-exploration, round-trip hotel transport

Sunset tour, Las Vegas Strip views on the return journey

From $479

90-min Las Vegas to Grand Canyon West Helicopter Tour with Las Vegas Strip Views

Helicopter tour

90 mins

Las Vegas Strip Terminal (VIP Terminal)

Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, Grand Canyon West Rim, Las Vegas Strip

Luxury helicopter tour covering all the sights of the West Rim, Grand Canyon West region, and the Las Vegas Strip

Helicopter tour, multilingual narration, round-trip hotel transport

West Rim landing, self-exploration at West Rim, floor landing

From $519

70-min Las Vegas to Grand Canyon West Airplane/ Helicopter Tour with Rim Landing

Aerial tour, ground tour (self-exploration)

7 hrs

Boulder City Municipal Airport

Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, the Colorado River, Mojave Desert, West Rim

Choose between helicopter and airplane tours and enjoy 3 hrs of self-exploration at the West Rim

Helicopter tour, multilingual narration, round-trip hotel transport, West Rim landing

Admission to Skywalk, access to the West Rim shuttle, pontoon boat ride

From $369

20-min Grand Canyon West Airplane Tour

Airplane tour

20 mins

Grand Canyon West Airport

Eagle Point, Skywalk, Guano Point, the Colorado River

Quick aerial highlights tour with on-ground time for self-exploration with admission to Grand Canyon West included

Airplane tour, entry tickets to Grand Canyon West

Meal option, admission to Skywalk

From $229

70- min Las Vegas to Grand Canyon West Airplane Tour with Helicopter Canyon Floor Landing & Pontoon Boat Ride

Aerial tour, boat tour

7 hrs

Las Vegas

West Rim, Hoover Dam, the Colorado River, Lake Mead

Immersive tour of the West Rim with up-close aerial views, airplane travel from Las Vegas, and boat ride across the Colorado Rive

Airplane tour, helicopter floor landing, pontoon boat ride, multilingual narration, round-trip hotel transport

Admission to Skywalk

From $599

Grand Canyon West on a map

View the top attractions, viewpoints, and sights in the West Rim with this downloadable map.

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Aerial sightseeing tours from Las Vegas

Helicopter landing at sunset on Las Vegas Grand Canyon West Rim tour.

If you want the highlights with minimal travel time, helicopter tours are ideal. These short, efficient flights offer big views, quick access, and an unforgettable overview of the West Rim.

  • Starting point: Las Vegas
  • Duration: 12-40 minutes
  • Add-ons: Canyon floor landing (on select tours)

Recommended experiences:

  • 12-min Las Vegas Strip Highlights Night Helicopter Tour
  • 40-min Las Vegas Strip and Hoover Dam Helicopter Tour
  • 30-min Las Vegas and Red Rock Canyon Helicopter Tour with Vegas Valley Landing

Highlights of your West Rim tour

Visitors walking on the Grand Canyon Skywalk with canyon views in Arizona.
Eagle Point sign with Grand Canyon view, Arizona, USA.
Guano Point view with historic tram structure, Grand Canyon West airplane tour.
Red helicopter flying over the Grand Canyon.
Guests on a boat tour at Grand Canyon West Rim with scenic views of canyon walls.

Plan your visit

Visitors walking along the rocky path at Guano Point, Grand Canyon West Rim.

Grand Canyon West is open daily, including holidays.

  • Operating hours:
    • October to March: 8am to 5pm
    • April to September: 7am to 7pm
  • Bus tours: 7am to 5pm
  • Boat tours: 8am to 3pm (available on combo tours)
  • Floor-landing tours: 7am until sunset; schedules vary based on availability

Best time to visit: Spring (March to May) and fall (September to November) bring cooler temperatures, around 60°F to 85°F (15°C to 29°C), making outdoor activities more comfortable than the hot summer months.**
Time zone note:** Grand Canyon West follows Arizona time and does not observe daylight saving. Plan for the time difference when traveling from Nevada.

More on Grand Canyon timings

Address: 5001 E Diamond Bar Rd, Peach Springs, AZ 86434, United States | Find on Maps
Nearby landmark: Grand Canyon West Overnight Parking (3.4 miles)

  • Distance from Las Vegas, NV: 2 hours (125 miles)
  • Distance from Grand Canyon National Park: 3.5 hours (234 miles)
  • Distance from Page, AZ: 5.5 hours (342 miles)
  • Distance from Flagstaff, AZ: 3.5 hours (212 miles)

Parking: Overnight parking and paid parking options are available inside the West Rim.

Getting to Grand Canyon
Wheelchair accessible route sign with arrow pointing right.
  • The Skywalk and several key attractions are wheelchair accessible.
  • Accessible restrooms, shuttle buses, and visitor terminals are available.
  • Shops and restaurants offer ramp access.
  • Paved paths connect major viewpoints.
  • Service dogs are allowed; pets and emotional support animals are not permitted inside the West Rim.
Man holding out an identity card.
  • Carry a valid government-issued ID for all tours.
  • Outside food and drinks are not permitted.
  • Large luggage and suitcases cannot be brought on tours.
  • Passengers weighing 299 pounds (136 kg) or more must purchase an extra comfort seat on all flights.
  • Selfie sticks and extended camera poles are not allowed on aircraft.
  • Floor-landing tours may include a fuel surcharge if aviation fuel prices rise.
  • Do not litter to help preserve the canyon’s natural beauty.
Guest enjoying aerial view of Grand Canyon West Rim from helicopter, Las Vegas tour.
  • Arrive early to avoid heat and crowds; mornings bring cooler conditions and quieter viewpoints.
  • Use the shuttle to easily reach the Skywalk, Eagle Point, and Guano Point.
  • Wear sturdy shoes as the trails at Guano Point can be uneven and rocky.
  • Don’t skip the Skywalk for its one-of-a-kind glass-bottom perspective, 4,000 feet above the canyon floor.
  • Choose morning flights for calmer winds and the clearest views; afternoons can be bumpier.
  • Protect electronics on boat rides. Bring a waterproof pouch or dry bag to help keep your camera or phone safe.
Plan your visit to the Grand Canyon

Frequently asked questions about Grand Canyon West Rim tours

Wear dark-colored clothing to reduce window glare in photos. Bring a light jacket; aircraft cabins can feel cool even in summer.