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Departs from Las Vegas Strip · Helicopter 
Helicopter
King of Canyons Helicopter Tour
Helicopter 
Duration Approximately 3.5-4 hours from hotel pick-up to drop-off
Travel mode Helicopter
Departs Las Vegas Strip
Destination Grand Canyon West
Narration 
What you'll see
The flight path, end to end.
Hotel pick-up & terminal check-in
Hotel transportation, then check in at the Papillon Helicopters terminal 45 minutes prior to flight.
Scenic flight into the Grand Canyon
Narrated views of the Black Mountains, Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, and Grapevine Mesa before descending into the canyon.
Canyon floor landing
Descend about 3,200 feet for champagne, a light picnic, and ~30 minutes on the canyon floor.
Return over the Las Vegas Strip
Return flight includes Strip views, then hotel transportation from the Papillon terminal.
This is our proudest and most sought-after Grand Canyon helicopter tour in our collection! Experience a canyon floor landing with a champagne toast and refreshments. You can enhance the experience with a sunset departure, flying over the Las Vegas Strip just as the neon lights come to life.
This helicopter tour departs from our Las Vegas VIP terminal located just off the Strip, and travels over Hoover Dam, the Colorado River, and Lake Mead en route to the spectacular Grand Canyon West. Enjoy convenient transportation from your hotel to the air terminal before your flight departs.
The rugged Grand Canyon West Rim offers breathtaking views. On this helicopter tour, guests will see formations and plateaus naturally sculpted in the landscape making Grand Canyon West one of the most intriguing sights to witness.
Your return flight will soon reach the colorful and historic Downtown Las Vegas, where the legend of this gambling town began and still thrives. Reach the end of the Strip, continue past the STRAT, and soar over legendary landmarks such as the Luxor Hotel pyramid and space beam, Allegiant Stadium, T-Mobile Arena, the Eiffel Tower at Paris, the Bellagio Fountains, the High Roller Observation Wheel, the MSG Sphere, and more before returning to the air terminal near the Strip where shuttle transportation will return you to your hotel.
Your day, step by step
From start to finish.
1
Hotel pick-up and transportation service.
2
Check in at the Papillon Helicopters terminal 45 minutes prior to flight.
3
Lift off on a narrated helicopter tour of the Grand Canyon for a once-in-a-lifetime experience!
4
Witness spectacular views of the volcanic Black Mountains, Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, and Grapevine Mesa before crossing the Grand Wash Cliffs and into the Grand Canyon.
5
Descend 3,200 feet and land at the bottom of the canyon with views of the Colorado River.
6
Soak in the scenery while enjoying champagne, a light picnic and approximately 30 minutes inside one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World.
7
Enjoy sights of the world-famous Las Vegas Strip on your return flight.
8
Return to the Papillon Helicopters terminal with photos and memories to last a lifetime!
9
Check in with the Customer Service Representative for transportation service back to your hotel to enjoy the rest of your vacation.
10
Total tour duration is approximately 3.5-4 hours from hotel pick-up to drop-off.
Total transparency
What's included — and what's not.
Included
- Helicopter
- Landing on Canyon Floor
- Champagne
- Multilingual Narration
- Roundtrip Hotel Transportation
- Flight over Hoover Dam and Lake Mead with breathtaking views of Grand Canyon West.
- Canyon landing 3,200 feet below the rim.
- Champagne and refreshments on the canyon floor with exploration time.
- Aerial views of the Las Vegas Strip during return flight.
The aircraft
Every seat is a window seat. Here is the proof.
Sightseeing is the only job this aircraft does. The Airbus EC130 EcoStar was built for it — and on this tour it is the only aircraft you can be assigned.
- Aircraft Airbus EC130 EcoStar
- Passengers Up to 6 guests
- Windscreen 180° wraparound
- Seating Forward-facing, stadium-tiered
- Cabin 23% more space than an A-Star
- Headsets Noise-cancelling · 11 languages
- Cabin climate Air-conditioned
- Tail rotor Shrouded Fenestron — quieter
Which seat do I get?
Seats are assigned by weight-and-balance, not by booking order — it is an aviation requirement, not a sales tactic. Every seat has its own window and an unobstructed forward view.
| EC130 EcoStar — ours | A-Star AS350 | Bell 206 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seating direction | Forward-facing, stadium-tiered | Forward-facing, flat | Some seats face rearward |
| Window at every seat | Yes — 180° wraparound | Yes, narrower | Partial |
| Cabin volume | 23% more than an A-Star | Baseline | Smallest of the three |
| Guests carried | Up to 6 | Up to 6 | Up to 4 |
| Air-conditioned cabin | Yes | Varies by operator | Rarely |
| Narration languages | 11 | Varies | Varies |
What this rules out
Some canyon tours are sold without naming the aircraft, and guests find out at the terminal that they are flying a smaller machine with rear-facing seats. On this tour there is one aircraft type and no substitution — if we cannot fly you on an EC130, we do not fly you, and you are rebooked or refunded.
Make it yours
Optional King of Canyons Upgrades
Optional Sunset Departure
Experience a canyon floor landing with a champagne toast, then depart just in time to watch the sun set across the horizon. You'll also fly over the Bowl of Fire, Lake Mead, and the Las Vegas Strip just after the neon lights come to life.
Optional upgrade
Request a Front Seat on your Helicopter Tour
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
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Before you book
King of Canyons FAQs
Yes - As the only full-service luxury helicopter operator in Las Vegas, Papillon Helicopters offers a premium aerial touring experience. Grand Canyon tours departing from the Las Vegas VIP Terminal include complimentary hotel-to-hotel transportation, helping ensure reliable pickup, on-time departures, and a smooth travel experience.
The roundtrip flight duration for the King of Canyons with Vegas Strip Helicopter tour is approximately 90 minutes. The total tour duration is around 3.5-4 hours with 30-minutes ground time on the canyon floor.
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 around Las Vegas, the Grand Canyon, and beyond. Our mission is to provide the safest and most unforgettable aerial sightseeing experiences and adventures to the most beautiful destinations in the American Southwest. Join us today and make memories that will last a lifetime. At Papillon Grand Canyon Helicopters, that is what we specialize in.
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