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Starting at $579.00Per Person

Papillon Grand Celebration Tour Sunset Flight

On this remarkable trip, land at the bottom of the Grand Canyon and fly back to the Las Vegas area at sunset across the valley. Papillon’s Grand Celebration Sunset tour is a sightseeing experience unlike any other.

This tour includes a 3,200-foot descent onto a remote plateau of the Grand Canyon’s floor, champagne and a light picnic overlooking the Colorado River, and a scenic sunset return flight to the Boulder City Terminal.

  • Departing From: Las Vegas
  • Destination: Grand Canyon West
  • Duration: Approx. 4-4½ hours from hotel pick-up to hotel drop-off
  • Product Code: pbw-4s

This Grand Canyon flight from the Las Vegas area to the bottom of the Grand Canyon is the most popular Grand Canyon helicopter tour available. It is even more magical with the hues of pink and orange across the sky with the sunset return flight.

Aboard Papillon Grand Celebration Sunset Flight, you'll fly over the Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, Colorado River, the Mojave Desert, and more before reaching Grand Canyon West Rim. Upon arrival, you'll land all the way on the very bottom at a magnificent vantage point near the Colorado River. You'll enjoy a light picnic and champagne toast under the shade of an authentic Native American ramada.

Before returning to Las Vegas for a beautiful sunset flight, you’ll have about 30 minutes on the bottom of the Grand Canyon to explore rugged rock formations, unusual desert plants, and the Colorado River.

Enjoy the majestic sunset views of Grand Canyon West and the Mojave Desert on the way back.

Optional Grand Celebration Tour Sunset Upgrades

* Upgrade options are available for selection during checkout

Make Your Aircraft Private

Reserve your Grand Canyon helicopter tour for just your party! See Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, the desert nature, and the majesty of the Grand Canyon West Rim aboard an exclusive private helicopter for up to 6 people.

A helicopter flying in the air during sunset with a mountain range in the background.

Add Las Vegas Strip

Add a Las Vegas Strip flyover to your Golden Eagle Air Tour for the ultimate Las Vegas helicopter tour adventure! You'll see aerial sights of the Strip casinos, the Bellagio Fountains, the High Roller Observation Wheel, the MSG Sphere, and more!

Aerial view of the Strip casinos seen from a Las Vegas helicopter tour during Sunset.

Request a Front Seat on your Helicopter Tour

Seating Diagram of Airbus H130
Airbus H130 "Ecostar"

Fly first class and experience the pilot's point of view with a front seat upgrade for only $60 per person! While every seat aboard our helicopters provide incredible views, the front seats offers a panoramic perspective and unobstructed photo opportunities.

All passengers are free to request a front seat upgrade, although availability is limited. Front seat upgrades are not guaranteed, but are assigned once the passenger check-in process is complete and seating aboard the helicopter is determined. If your request for an upgrade is confirmed, payment will be processed at the check-in counter prior to departure.

Charge to Request: Free
Charge if Confirmed: $60

Grand Celebration Tour Sunset FAQs

What are the duration of the Papillon Grand Celebration Tour Sunset flight time and the entire trip?

The round-trip flight duration from Papillon’s Grand Celebration Sunset Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour is approximately 70 minutes. Guests also spend about 30 minutes at the Grand Canyon. The tour lasts 4 to 4 1/2 hours, hotel-to-hotel.

What languages are the Papillon Grand Celebration Tour Sunset Flight narrations offered in?

The Sunset Grand Celebration Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour narration is offered in English, Chinese - Mandarin & Cantonese, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, and Spanish.

Why should you choose Papillon for your Grand Canyon Helicopter tour?

Papillon was founded in 1965 and is the world's most experienced and largest sightseeing company, flying nearly a quarter million passengers each year on daily tours to the Grand Canyon, Las Vegas, Page, Arizona, and more. Our mission is to provide the safest and most unforgettable aerial sightseeing experiences and adventures to the most beautiful destinations in the American Southwest. At Papillon Grand Canyon Helicopters, we specialize in one-of-a-kind tours that leave guests with memories for a lifetime.

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