Golden Eagle Helicopter Tour of the Grand Canyon

The Grand Canyon is incomparable, seemingly infinite and rightly one of the natural wonders of the world.

Soar below the rim of the Grand Canyon and experience this natural wonderland in a way unimaginable from the ground on this memorable tour aboard a state-of-the-art Eco Star jet helicopter which offers a smoother, quieter flight with massively increased visibility.

Our guide to Golden Eagle Helicopter Tour of the Grand Canyon

The Golden Eagle Air Tour is perfect for Las Vegas guests who are pressed for time but still want to experience majestic bird's eye views of the Grand Canyon.

Departing from a private heliport in Boulder City, take in stunning aerial vistas of the Hoover Dam and Lake Mead before arriving at the spectacular Grand Canyon itself.

Your state-of-the-art chopper is designed from the ground up for sightseeing and features a nearly 180-degree field of view, passenger-to-pilot communications, and choreographed music.

You will feel awe and exhilaration as you fly like a bird on the most extensive helicopter tour there is from Boulder City. Don't forget your camera!

Operates: 

Daily, year round including pick-up from Las Vegas Hotels

Start Times: 

Varies - see calendar. Please note, hotel pick-ups commence up to 90 minutes before the departure time.

Departure Airport: 

Boulder City - please note this tour is only available for Las Vegas visitors.

Duration: 

Around 3.5 - 4 hours door-to-door including a 70 minute Grand Canyon helicopter flight. Option including Grand Canyon Skywalk takes around 5.5 hours.

 

Golden Eagle Helicopter Tour of the Grand Canyon

Vegas can reach very high temperatures, especially in the summer months. But don't forget the casinos are much cooler, so keep a cardigan or jacket with you so you can adjust to the temperature changes! 

Terms and conditions for Golden Eagle Helicopter Tour of the Grand Canyon

• Free cancellations for bookings cancelled with the supplier 24 hours prior to the tour date. No refunds are given for cancellations made within 24 hours of tour date.
• This tour is only available from Las Vegas
• Advanced reservations are required. Please select your preferred date at the time of booking.
• Hotel pick-up and drop off is available from all hotels located around the ‘Strip’ and Downtown areas of Las Vegas
• Flights depart from Boulder City Airport. Transfers to and from the airport can take up to 60 minutes.
• Photo ID is required at check-in.
• Fuel surcharges may apply. Please see tour description for details.
• Flight time is around 70 minutes in total.
• PLEASE NOTE: Helicopters are very sensitive to weight and weight distribution. As such anyone weighing over 300lbs (21.4 stone/136 kilos) will be charged for an additional tour seat locally and a $200 supplement will be payable upon check-in. All passengers must be weighed at check-in. All weights submitted must be accurate or you may be refused boarding if weights are incorrect.
• Infants aged 2 and under travel for free and must sit on their parent/guardians lap.

Frequently Asked Questions for Golden Eagle Helicopter Tour of the Grand Canyon

• Is there a weight limit for an individual passenger?
  Helicopters are very sensitive to weight and weight distribution. As such anyone weighing over 300lbs (21.4 stone/136 kilos) will be charged for an additional tour seat locally and a $200 supplement will be payable upon check-in. All passengers must be weighed at check-in. All weights submitted must be accurate or you may be refused boarding if weights are incorrect.