8 Best Helicopter Tours from Las Vegas
1. Sunset Helicopter Tour with Grand Canyon Landing
Travel to the Grand Canyon in luxury aboard the Sunset Grand Celebration tour. You can even begin your tour with optional transportation from your hotel to the McCarran Atlantic Terminal. There you will board the state-of-the-art EcoStar EC-130 helicopter to the Grand Canyon West Rim. En route to this Wonder of the World, you'll soar over famous attractions like Lake Mead, the Hoover Dam, and extinct volcanoes sprinkled through the Mojave Desert.
Upon reaching the Grand Canyon, the tour will descend 4,000 feet to the floor. Enjoy a champagne and light picnic on a private plateau overlooking the mighty Colorado River.
As the grand finale, re-board your helicopter just as the sun begins to set on the horizon. By the time you reach Las Vegas at twilight, the Las Vegas Strip will be lit up by the world-renowned neon lights. With sights like this, it's no wonder this is one of the best helicopter tours Las Vegas has to offer.
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2. Grand Canyon Helicopter Flight with Hummer Tour
See the most of the Grand Canyon National Park with this all-encompassing air and ground tour from Las Vegas to the South Rim. Fly in style from the nearby Boulder City NV air terminal to the national park about a sightseeing airplane. Upon arrival, you'll experience vast aerial views of the deepest and widest regions of the park aboard a state-of-the-art helicopter, including some of the deepest exposed rock on the planet. You'll also see the green Kaibab Forest, the Colorado River, and rippling red stripes across the canyon walls. The second part of this combination tour includes transport via an open-air Hummer touring vehicle. Your professional driver will select several destinations along the canyon rim with time to explore and take pictures at each. You can even book this tour at sunset, for an even more majestic experience.
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3. Grand Canyon Skywalk Getaway with Helicopter and Boat Tours
Having trouble settling on just one tour of the Grand Canyon? Never fear! This incredible sightseeing excursion combines three of the most popular activities available at the Grand Canyon West Rim.
Your tour will depart from our Las Vegas terminal on a scenic helicopter ride over the Mojave Desert. You'll soar over famous landmarks like the Hoover Dam and Lake Mead before descending 4,000 feet to the base of the Grand Canyon. There, a pontoon boat will cruise down the Colorado River. Stare in awe at the thousands of feet of steep, layered rock that the river you're gently floating down created.
Re-board your helicopter for an ascent back up to the West Rim of the canyon, where you'll receive a VIP pass to the world-famous Grand Canyon Skywalk.
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4. Grand Canyon Helicopter Flight with Gold Mine and Off-Road Excursions
Soar over the Hoover Dam, Black Canyon, Lake Mead, and the Colorado River flowing through the Grand Canyon West Rim before reaching the famous Eldorado Canyon. Trek deep into the abandoned tunnels of the oldest, richest, and potentially haunted gold mine in Southern Nevada. On tours of the Techatticup Gold Mine you'll traverse across high bridges and through numerous darkened underground tunnels.
Afterwards, enjoy a champagne and light picnic along the canyon’s landscapes before rounding out your adventure with a thrilling ATV or Polaris Razor excursion.
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5. Night Helicopter Flight Over the Las Vegas Strip
Sin City draws millions of people and billions of dollars every year. It's world-famous for neon lights, monumental casinos, and high-stakes gambling. At the heart of this thriving city is the Las Vegas Strip.
The Flight of Flights Las Vegas helicopter tour offers optional hotel pick-up in a luxurious vehicle. It will transport you to the helicopter terminal, where you will board a state-of-the-art helicopter.
Soar over legendary landmarks like the Eiffel Tower at Paris, the Bellagio fountains, the Stratosphere Tower, and Luxor Sky Beam. After your flight, we will transfer you to the Linq Hotel for a thrilling zipline adventure. The FLY LINQ zipline launches you from the top of a 12-story tower over the neon lights of the Strip. With both feet squarely on the ground, enjoy a free flight of beers at the Book's self-pouring beer wall.
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6. Helicopter Wedding Package with Grand Canyon Landing
Ditch the traditional wedding chapel and set your special day amidst the most beautiful backdrop in the world - the Grand Canyon! The happiest day of your lives will begin with private limousine transportation from your hotel to our helicopter terminal in Las Vegas. Take flight on an unforgettable helicopter ride from Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon West Rim.
Descend 4,000 feet to the base of the Grand Canyon before landing on a private plateau near the Colorado River. You'll exchange your vows surrounded by the magnificent canyon walls and desert landscape. Celebrate this incredible moment with a champagne toast, a delicious wedding cake, and unforgettable photos with the incredible backdrop of the Grand Canyon.
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7. Hoover Dam Guided Bus & Helicopter Tour
Hop on a deluxe motorcoach for an incredible tour from Las Vegas to the Hoover Dam. Along the way, your driver will entertain you with interesting stories about the desert landscapes. Upon arrival at the Hoover Dam, a VIP tour guide will lead you through the modern engineering marvel. Explore the generator room, the observation deck, the Visitor Center, and more.
After exploring this modern engineering marvel from the inside, board a Papillon helicopter to get an exciting aerial view of the Hoover Dam, the Colorado River, and Lake Mead. After the flight concludes, enjoy lunch at the Hoover Dam Lodge before returning to Las Vegas.
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8. Grand Canyon Helicopter Flight with Relaxing River Float
Interested in a more laid-back excursion to the Grand Canyon? The Grand Celebration with Black Canyon River Raft tour may be your ticket. This tour pairs a helicopter landing at the bottom of the Grand Canyon with a smooth water float trip down the Colorado River in Black Canyon.
Begin your tour with a scenic helicopter flight from Las Vegas to the West Rim. Upon arrival, your helicopter will descend 4,000 feet to the canyon floor. Enjoy a light picnic on a private plateau of the Grand Canyon before soaring back to the Boulder City Terminal. From there, you'll hop on a shuttle to the base of the Hoover Dam and the Colorado River. Relax and enjoy an 11-mile smooth water float trip through the Black Canyon aboard a motorized raft. Float, swim, relax, and take in the spectacular canyon views. Round out your daylong excursion with shuttle transportation back to Las Vegas.
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Ace of Adventures
The Ace of Adventures helicopter tour over the West Rim is the perfect tour for visitors with limited time to experience the Grand Canyon, the Las Vegas Strip, and the surrounding desert scenery from the sky.
King of Canyons
Our most in-demand Grand Canyon helicopter tour! Experience a canyon floor landing with a champagne toast and refreshments. You can enhance your tour with a sunset departure, flying over the Las Vegas Strip just as the neon lights come to life.
Golden Eagle Air Tour
The perfect helicopter tour for Las Vegas guests who are pressed for time and wish to see as much of the Grand Canyon as possible. This tour includes aerial views of Hoover Dam and Lake Mead as well as the spectacular Grand Canyon.
Grand Celebration Tour
This helicopter tour provides stunning aerial views of Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, and Grand Canyon West. Best of all, this tour lands at the bottom of the canyon on a private plateau overlooking the mighty Colorado River.
Grand Celebration with Black Canyon River Raft
This Grand Canyon helicopter tour starts from Las Vegas and soars to the West Rim for a landing at the very bottom and a rafting tour along the Colorado River.
VIP at the Rim Helicopter Tour
Experience the most beautiful lookout points across the West Rim on this VIP Grand Canyon helicopter tour! For the ultimate adventure, add entry to the Skywalk Bridge.
Skywalk Getaway with Heli and Boat
This canyon experience brings together some of the most popular activities available at Grand Canyon West. Guests will enjoy a helicopter tour that descends to the bottom of the Grand Canyon, a Colorado River boat tour, and access to the Skywalk Bridge!
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Why Papillon Delivers the Best Las Vegas Helicopter Tours
There's a reason people have chosen Papillon's premium Las Vegas helicopter tours for over 50 years. Whether you're flying to the Grand Canyon, Hoover Dam, the Las Vegas Strip, or beyond, we provide some of the best flights around.
Roundtrip Transportation
Most helicopter tours from Las Vegas includes roundtrip transportation to and from a select number of Las Vegas hotels on the Strip and Downtown.
Not staying at one of these hotels? No problem. Simply drive to the nearest hotel for pick-up and drop-off by our convenient shuttles. Some tours can even be upgraded to include luxury transportation as well.
State-of-the-Art Technology
Safety, comfort, and service are our top priorities. We are proud to fly the most advanced tour helicopters available.
- Our EcoStar EC-130 helicopters were designed specifically for sightseeing. They feature forward-facing, theater-style seating for unobstructed 180-degree views. This cutting-edge model is widely considered the quietest and most environmentally-friendly helicopter in the world.
- Our Airbus (A-Star) helicopters can hold six passengers plus the pilot. With a three-bladed rotor system, this model was designed for easy maneuverability, making the copters ideal for sightseeing. This touring helicopter also features forward-facing seating, digital audio narration, and air-conditioning for the optimal tour experience.
Papillon operates the largest fleet of sightseeing aircraft in the world. Each aircraft type is chosen and designed to meet the specific needs of sightseeing. Our fleet represents 50+ years of superior service while transporting guests to the Grand Canyon.
Fully Certified Pilots
Professionally trained and certified pilots will guide you across the breathtaking Southwestern landscapes, pointing out highlights as you fly. Each passenger is provided with noise-cancelling headsets to facilitate easy communication with the pilot and multilingual narration throughout the flight.
FAQs About the Best Las Vegas Helicopter Tours
What is the best Las Vegas helicopter tour?
There's a reason people have been choosing Papillon's premium helicopter tours for over 50 years. Whether you’re flying to the Grand Canyon, Hoover Dam, the Las Vegas Strip, or beyond, we provide some of the best flights around.
So what's the 'best' tour? Well, that depends. Our helicopter tour in the highest demand is the Grand Celebration. This crown jewel will provide stunning aerial views of the Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, and Grand Canyon West before landing on a private plateau at the canyon's base for a champagne and light picnic. It's truly a sightseeing experience unlike any other.
Is it better to book helicopter tours in Vegas?
We are happy to take bookings on arrival in Las Vegas. However, helicopter tours are in high demand and often sell out.
We highly suggest booking your Las Vegas helicopter tour in advance. Not only will this guarantee you a seat on the helicopter, but also at the best price.
How much is a helicopter tour of the Grand Canyon from Vegas?
It depends. The price of each helicopter tour from Las Vegas is based on a number of factors. The flight destination, the length of your flight, and whether there are any additional experiences or upgrades will all impact the tour cost.
Seem complicated? Don't worry. The cost of each flight is conveniently located next to each individual tour listing. And with Papillon, the rate we quote online is the rate you'll pay. No guesswork required.
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Do you offer private helicopter tours?
Absolutely! Many of our helicopter tours from Las Vegas can be upgraded to private tours.
To find out if the helicopter you want can be made private, check the "Available Upgrades" section of the online listing. Helicopter tours with a privacy upgrade will have an option to select "Make You Aircraft Private."
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