Grand Canyon North Air & Ground Tour

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This tour will provide you with exciting and unique vantage points in the rugged wilderness of the North Rim...

Leave the busy national park crowds behind and experience the heart of the Grand Canyon with a visit to Bar 10 Ranch and a stunning scenic flight over the canyon itself.

Our guide to Grand Canyon North Air & Ground Tour

Venture off the beaten path and discover unexplored terrain with the Grand Canyon North Air & Ground Tour.

Begin your day with complimentary hotel pick-up from Las Vegas to our Boulder City air terminal. Check-in and board an aircraft specifically designed for “flightseeing,” complete with high wings and panoramic windows for optimal viewing and a climate-controlled cabin.

Enjoy the scenery below as you fly over Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, and the Colorado River before reaching the heart of the Grand Canyon.

Upon touching down on the airstrip at Bar 10 Ranch, you’ll embark on an all-terrain Polaris Ranger tour through Whitmore Canyon and Lake Mead Recreation Area to the rim of the Grand Canyon.

This tour will provide you with exciting and unique vantage points in the rugged wilderness of the North Rim. At 3,000 feet (880 m) above the Colorado River, the sheer drop from the rim of this part of the canyon is a truly spectacular sight.

Keep an eye out for the unusual collection of forestry and vegetation and local critters, as well.

Return to Bar 10 Ranch and relax while enjoying a delicious homemade Dutch oven barbecue lunch. After a day full of outdoor adventure, you’ll proceed back to the airstrip for your return flight.

The Boulder City terminal offers souvenir photos for purchase as well as a cafe and large gift shop. Check-in at the hotel transfer desk located in the terminal lobby for complimentary shuttle service back to your hotel with memories to last a lifetime.

For those choosing the ATV option, they will travel along the same route as the Polaris but on their own ATV for which they will require a valid driver's license and must be over 16 years old. 

Departs

Daily from April to mid-November. Not operational Saturdays and Sundays in November.

Start times

Departure time is always early morning but varies each month.

 

 

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions for Grand Canyon North Air & Ground Tour

Frequently Asked Questions for Grand Canyon North Air & Ground Tour

General Information

  • What is the Grand Canyon North Air & Ground Tour?

    The Grand Canyon North Air & Ground Tour is a comprehensive tour that combines both air and ground experiences. You'll start with a thrilling scenic flight over the Grand Canyon's North Rim, followed by a guided ground tour of the stunning landscape.

Duration of Visit

  • What is the duration of the tour?

    The tour typically lasts around 7-8 hours, including flight time, ground exploration, and lunch.

Food & Drink

  • Can I bring my own food or drinks on the tour?

    Outside food and beverages are not allowed during the tour. However, a delicious picnic lunch is provided as part of the package.

Restrictions

  • Is there a maximum weight limit for a passenger?

    Helicopters are very sensitive to weight and weight distribution. As such anyone weighing over 300lbs will be required to purchase a comfort seat, the equivalent price of another seat, payable upon check-in. All passengers must be weighed at check-in.

Clothing & Accessories

  • What should I wear and bring for the tour?

    We recommend wearing comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes. Don't forget to bring sunglasses, sunscreen, and a valid photo ID for check-in.

Frequently Asked Questions for Grand Canyon North Air & Ground Tour

General Information

  • What is the Grand Canyon North Air & Ground Tour?

    The Grand Canyon North Air & Ground Tour is a comprehensive tour that combines both air and ground experiences. You'll start with a thrilling scenic flight over the Grand Canyon's North Rim, followed by a guided ground tour of the stunning landscape.

Duration of Visit

  • What is the duration of the tour?

    The tour typically lasts around 7-8 hours, including flight time, ground exploration, and lunch.

Food & Drink

  • Can I bring my own food or drinks on the tour?

    Outside food and beverages are not allowed during the tour. However, a delicious picnic lunch is provided as part of the package.

Restrictions

  • Is there a maximum weight limit for a passenger?

    Helicopters are very sensitive to weight and weight distribution. As such anyone weighing over 300lbs will be required to purchase a comfort seat, the equivalent price of another seat, payable upon check-in. All passengers must be weighed at check-in.

Clothing & Accessories

  • What should I wear and bring for the tour?

    We recommend wearing comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes. Don't forget to bring sunglasses, sunscreen, and a valid photo ID for check-in.

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