Tours at the South Rim
North Canyon Tour
Fly over the widest and deepest parts of the South Rim on this Grand Canyon helicopter tour - you'll see towering rock formations, the lush Kaibab Forest, and the Colorado River from above!
Grand Kingdom
This Grand Canyon helicopter tour flies over the deepest and widest sections of the national park, for aerial views of 1.7 million-year-old stone! You'll also see the Kaibab Forest, the Colorado River, and tons of unique rock formations.
North Canyon Tour with Hummer
This Grand Canyon adventure begins with a helicopter tour over the deepest and widest regions of the South Rim, and includes ground transport to multiple scenic lookout points aboard an open-air Hummer vehicle.
Grand Discovery Air Tour
This airplane tour showcases the most incredible sights of the Grand Canyon's South and East Rims. You'll see impressive aerial views of ancient rock formations, the Kaibab Forest, and the Colorado River between the canyon walls.
Grand Discovery Rim to Sky
Explore the Grand Canyon National Park from all angles with this combo airplane tour and Hummer ground excursion. You'll see views of the canyon expanse from the sky, then travel to multiple famous lookout points on an open-air Hummer vehicle.
Grand Canyon Deluxe with Hummer
Fly from Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon National Park on an airplane tour for a full-day sightseeing excursion. This adventure tour includes unforgettable aerial views as well as stops to several famous lookout points aboard an open-air Hummer.
Day Tours from the South Rim
Horseshoe Bend and Antelope Canyon Adventure
This airplane tour from Grand Canyon National Park to Page, AZ includes a guided tour of Antelope Canyon and a visit to Horseshoe Bend with incredible photo opportunities at both destinations.
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Grand Canyon South Rim Tour FAQs
What is the best tour of the Grand Canyon South Rim?
There's a reason people have been choosing Papillon's premium helicopter tours for over 50 years. With dozens of world-class helicopters to choose from, each individual has plenty of options to choose their dream Grand Canyon vacation.
Here are a few of the best and most popular Grand Canyon helicopter tours.
What is there to do at the South Rim of the Grand Canyon?
The Grand Canyon South Rim is home to some of the most famously breathtaking landscapes in the world. This is also the most developed rim of the Grand Canyon. During your trip to the Grand Canyon South Rim, check out a few of these exciting activities.
- Gaze in awe at beautiful lookout points like Bright Angel Point and Mather Point
- Soar over breathtaking landscapes like Zuni Corridor and the Kaibab National Forest during a world-class helicopter or airplane tour
- Embark on a guided Hummer excursion to scenic sites like Duck on a Rock, Yavapai Point, and Moran Point
- Explore the historic architecture and quaint gift shops in Grand Canyon Village
- Climb to the top of Desert View Watchtower for a 360-degree view of the South Rim
How much is a tour of the Grand Canyon South Rim?
The cost of each Grand Canyon South Rim tour is conveniently listed online. Our low online prices include all taxes, fees, and surcharges. We pride ourselves on being transparent, so the rate we quote you is the rate you will pay. No guesswork involved.
Can you take a helicopter to the bottom of the Grand Canyon South Rim?
Helicopters are not permitted to fly to the bottom of the South Rim. However, Papillon does offer helicopter tours that land at the bottom of the West Rim of the Grand Canyon.
Not only will you get to experience a thrilling 4,000-foot descent below the West Rim. Certain tours include champagne and a light picnic on a private plateau of the Grand Canyon's floor.
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Discover Grand Canyon Tours of the South Rim
With more than 50 years flying the Grand Canyon and beyond, Papillon is the largest and most experienced helicopter tour operator in the world.
Aboard a helicopter tour over the Grand Canyon South Rim, you'll gaze out across the deepest and widest canyon gorges and find a bird's-eye view of the Colorado River, colossal rock formations, and the lush greenery fo the Kaibab Forest. Papillon is the preferred air tour provider for the Grand Canyon National Park Service and our helicopter tours are certified to fly the entire Grand Canyon.
Helicopter Tours
If you're departing from Las Vegas, you'll first fly to the Grand Canyon on a state-of-the-art sightseeing airplane. Upon landing at the Grand Canyon Airport, you will lift off on a breathtaking helicopter flight over the South Rim. You'll fly over the deepest and widest canyon gorges and the lush Kaibab Forest. Your helicopter is built with oversized windows, climate control, and headset communications. If you're already at the South Rim, you can also embark on a 45-50 minute helicopter tour over the same awe-inspiring sights.
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Airplane Tours
Take flight in a fixed-wing airplane on a tour of the Grand Canyon South Rim. From the air, you'll gaze across the vast expanse of the Grand Canyon South Rim to the North Rim on the opposite side and straight down to the canyon floor. Experience breathtaking views of the Zuni Corridor, Imperial Point, Confluence of the Colorado and Little Colorado Rivers, the Kaibab National Forest, and Kaibab Plateau aboard your airplane tour of the Grand Canyon National Park.
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Hummer Tours
Ride in style during a Hummer tour of the Grand Canyon South Rim. Your customized military Hummer is designed to be convertible in the summer and offers climate control during colder months, with bench seating that can fit the whole family. Throughout your adventure, your knowledgeable driver and guide will share interesting facts about the Grand Canyon and its fantastic viewpoints. These guided ground tours stop at world-famous rock formations like Duck on a Rock, Yavapai Point, and Moran Point. Passengers will have time to explore the canyon's edge and take photos at each location during their ground excursion.
Day Tours from the South Rim
Visitors to the Grand Canyon South Rim also have a unique opportunity to travel to the nearby town of Page, Arizona for additional sightseeing at some of the world's most famous natural destinations. This Grand Canyon day tour departs on a state-of-the-art airplane and lands in Page, where passengers will enjoy a guided tour through Lower Antelope Canyon and stop at Horseshoe Bend before returning to the Grand Canyon.
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