Helicopter Tour of the North Canyon with Optional Hummer Excursion

4.6(206)4 h 30 minBy Papillon Helicopters

About this activity

If you're visiting the Grand Canyon National Park, a helicopter tour is the only way to truly see the entire South Rim! Arrive at our state-of-the-art air terminal near the park entrance and board a 25-30 minute flight aboard a luxury sightseeing helicopter. You'll discover aerial views of the striped canyon walls, the Colorado River raging between them, the lush Kaibab Forest lining the canyon's surface, and the elusive North Rim.

You can also upgrade your Grand Canyon helicopter tour to include a ground excursion aboard an open-air Hummer vehicle that stops at multiple stunning lookout points along the canyon's edge.

Important Notice: Effective January 1, 2026, Grand Canyon National Park will implement entrance fees for non-U.S. residents on commercial ground tours, including Hummer combos. International guests must purchase a $250 pass or pay $100 per adult. Children 15 and under are free.

What's included

✓Air tour from Grand Canyon South Rim Heliport on a state-of-the-art Bell Helicopter
✓Professional and Knowledgeable Driver-Guide (if Hummer option selected)

Not included

✕Gratuities
✕Hotel pickup and drop-off
✕Hummer Tour (Unless Option is selected)
✕This applies to Non US Residents (ages 16+) opting for the Hummer option. Unless International guests have an America the Beautiful Annual Pass, an entrance fee for international guests will be

Meeting and pickup

Come to the Papillon Grand Canyon Helicopters terminal at Grand Canyon Airport. Be sure to arrive 30 minutes prior to the activity start time that you chose to check in for your tour.

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Infant children are considered a lap child if they are under the age of two and have proof of age, such as a passport or a copy of their birth certificate
All passengers 18 years of age and older must present government-issued photo ID
If hummer option of the tour is selected, children 5 years of age and younger will be supplied with a car seat or booster seat
For comfort and weight/balance of the aircraft, passengers weighing over 300 lbs will be required to purchase an additional seat. This is payable directly to the tour operator on the day of the tour
You must arrive 30 minutes prior to your departure time to check in for your tour.
Effective Jan 1, 2026, Grand Canyon National Park will add entrance fees for non-U.S. residents on commercial ground tours, including Hummer combos. International guests must buy a $250 pass or pay $100 per adult. Kids 15 and under are free.

Cancellation policy

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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