Grand Canyon West Helicopter + Boat Ride
Description
Experience a remarkable day through a Colorado River boat tour coupled with a helicopter journey over the Grand Canyon West—an exceptional way to appreciate this stunning scenery!
Activity Overview
At the arranged time, we will gather at the Grand Canyon West Airport to initiate a brief helicopter flight spanning 5-7 minutes above the West Rim. Are you ready for a truly breathtaking view?
As we descend gradually toward the base of the Grand Canyon, we will then embark on a short walk down to the riverbank. Here, we will board the boat and start our journey along the Colorado River. Prepare to see the sandstone cliffs from this unique vantage point!
Following the 15-20 minute boat excursion, we will head back to the helicopter to ascend back to the canyon's rim. We'll conclude our experience upon returning to the entrance of the West Rim.
As a bonus, it's important to note that Grand Canyon West is just 124 miles (200 km) from downtown Las Vegas, contrasting with Grand Canyon South, which requires over 4 hours of travel from the city.
Combination Helicopter & Boat Ride + Admission
For those interested in enhancing their helicopter and boat adventure at Grand Canyon West, you can select the package that includes the following features:
- Grand Canyon West Entry Ticket: This ticket grants access to both Eagle Point and Guano Point viewing areas, along with shuttle transportation to these locations. At the Grand Canyon West Visitor Centre, utilize the included shuttle to reach Eagle Point, Guano Point, and the helicopter departure site directly.
- Skywalk: Positioned at Eagle Point, this lookout provides a fantastic perspective of the Grand Canyon's rugged terrain.
- Dining at a Grand Canyon West eatery: Meal includes a meat or chicken option, corn on the cob, bread, and a drink.
- Hualapai Point Zipline: Soar along a 2099 ft (640 m) zipline that glides over the canyon at speeds exceeding 39.7 mph (64 km/h). An exhilarating experience set in a breathtaking backdrop!
Grand Canyon Excursion from Las Vegas
If you prefer a guided trip to the Grand Canyon from Las Vegas rather than navigating on your own, we suggest securing a spot on this Grand Canyon day excursion.
```What's included
- Helicopter ride over Grand Canyon West
- Boat ride on the Colorado River
- English–speaking guide during the helicopter and boat tours
- Day pass to Grand Canyon West, with tickets to the Eagle Point and Guano Point viewpoints (depending on selection)
- Transport from the Visitor Centre to the visited sites (depending on selection)
- Hualapai Point Zipline (depending on selection)
- Admission to Skywalk (depending on selection)
Cancellation policy
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 72 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Important information
For the helicopter ride, please arrive 30 minutes before departure, according to the information on your voucher, at the Papillon Helicopters desk in the Grand Canyon West Airport terminal (Grand Canyon West, Peach Springs, AZ 86434, USA).
How to Get to Grand Canyon West
To visit these sights, all you need to do is climb aboard the shuttle bus which, leaves from the visitor center and takes you to the different attractions: https://goo.gl/maps/7LV2CMy9NsfZkQYFA. The shuttle bus is included in the price of the ticket.
If you're driving on your own from Las Vegas, you can follow the following directions to the Grand Canyon: Take US-95 from Las Vegas, which becomes US-93 S just before reaching Boulder City, NV. Continue on US-923 S to Mohave County (76.6 miles), and exit onto Pierce Ferry Rd. Continue onto Diamond Bar Rd. until you reach the West Rim (49 miles).
Schedule
Grand Canyon West is open from Monday to Sunday between 8 am and sunset, which varies depending on the time of year.
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