
Grand Canyon West Rim Helicopter and Boat Tour by Luxury Car
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 24 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Grand Canyon West Rim Helicopter and Boat Tour by Luxury Car worth booking?
Grand Canyon West Rim Helicopter and Boat Tour by Luxury Car is a 7-hour experience in Las Vegas, United States, from $475 per person. It scores 56 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 24 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 56 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (24)
- Duration
- 7 hours
- From
- $475 per person
Start your unforgettable adventure with a pickup from the Las Vegas Strip and a photo stop at the iconic Hoover Dam. You'll travel through the otherworldly Joshua Tree Forest on your way to the Grand Canyon. Get ready for the main event: a thrilling helicopter tour. Soar 4,000 feet over the canyon, then descend 2,500 feet to witness its majestic walls up close. This 5-7 minute flight and 15-20 minute Pontoon Boat Ride offers breathtaking views you have to see to believe. For more adventure, choose to add a scenic guided horseback ride or a high-energy ATV tour.
What you get
- Hotel pick-up & drop-off
- Lunch
- Admission fees
- 5-7 minute helicopter flight above and below the Grand Canyon West Rim
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Land at the bottom of the Canyon and then float between the massive stone walls
About this experience
Start your unforgettable adventure with a pickup from the Las Vegas Strip and a photo stop at the iconic Hoover Dam. You'll travel through the otherworldly Joshua Tree Forest on your way to the Grand Canyon. Get ready for the main event: a thrilling helicopter tour. Soar 4,000 feet over the canyon, then descend 2,500 feet to witness its majestic walls up close. This 5-7 minute flight and 15-20 minute Pontoon Boat Ride offers breathtaking views you have to see to believe. For more adventure, choose to add a scenic guided horseback ride or a high-energy ATV tour.
What's included
Included
- Hotel pick-up & drop-off
- Lunch
- Admission fees
- 5-7 minute helicopter flight above and below the Grand Canyon West Rim
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Land at the bottom of the Canyon and then float between the massive stone walls
- Drive over the Hoover Dam bridge with a 15 min photo op included
- 15-20 minute smooth water pontoon boat ride down the Colorado River
- Self Guided Miniature Animal Petting Zoo with Up-close buffalo viewing experience
Not included
- 1 hour scenic guided ATV tour through beautiful mountains with views of the Grand Canyon Rim
- 1 hour scenic guided horseback ride through beautiful mountains with views of the Grand Canyon Rim
- Gratuities
- Horse-drawn wagon ride through the scenic desert landscape (45 minutes)
- Admission to the famous Grand Canyon Skywalk
What you'll see and do
Hoover Dam Bypass
Drive over the Hoover Dam bypass bridge with a 15 minute photo op included
15 minutes here
Arizona's Joshua Tree Forest
Driving through Arizona’s Joshua Tree Forest is a unique and beautiful experience, especially for those who enjoy scenic desert landscapes and unusual plant life.
Pass by without stopping
Grand Canyon West
Arrive at the Airport at Grand Canyon West to start your excursion. This tour includes a helicopter landing on the floor of Grand Canyon West, which is the only area of the canyon where this can be done. Experience this remote landing spot on a beautiful bluff overlooking the Colorado River. You can explore the desert scenery while taking the time to photograph the nature surrounding your landing site.
45 minutes here
Grand Canyon Helicopter Adventures Ranch is located on an 80-acre property right outside the Grand Canyon. After your Helicopter & Pontoon Boat Ride, you will arrive back at the ranch for Lunch.
60 minutes here
Arizona's Joshua Tree Forest
Return to Las Vegas by Luxury Mercedes Sprinter, driving through Arizona’s Joshua Tree Forest is a unique and beautiful experience, especially for those who enjoy scenic desert landscapes and unusual plant life.
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Drop off back to your hotel
Options you can book
Add Scenic Guided ATV Tour
Add Scenic Guided ATV Tour Pickup included
Grand Canyon Helicopter & Boat
Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Grand Canyon Helicopter Adventures
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 24 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
24 verified traveler reviews for Grand Canyon West Rim Helicopter and Boat Tour by Luxury Car. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Most amazing experience
It was a nice experience, totally out of the world . Our guide , Bret was absolutely amazing from pick up to explaining spots on the way to the way back to hotel , everything was taken care of by him .
via Tripadvisor
Excellent value for money
The experience from start to finish was excellent was well worth the money Brett the tour guide was excellent through out the tour
via Tripadvisor
Great time
Brett was great guide, very knowledgeable and friendly would recommend to friends and family to do his tours
via Tripadvisor
Must do!!
Great tour. Kenny our guide was great. The helicopter tour was out of this world and a bucket list trip. Great boat ride was an added bonus.
via Tripadvisor
Helicopter, boat ride and side by side buggy
Great experience, really enjoyed all of it
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- 2+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $475 to $675
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 8
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Grand Canyon Helicopter Adventures, who run 9 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 58.1.
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Grand Canyon West Rim Helicopter and Boat Tour by Luxury Car: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Las Vegas.
How much does Grand Canyon West Rim Helicopter and Boat Tour by Luxury Car cost?
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Prices start at $475 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Las Vegas usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Grand Canyon West Rim Helicopter and Boat Tour by Luxury Car take?
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Plan for about 7 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Las Vegas is not rushed.
Is Grand Canyon West Rim Helicopter and Boat Tour by Luxury Car worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 56 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 24 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Las Vegas, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Grand Canyon West Rim Helicopter and Boat Tour by Luxury Car?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Grand Canyon West Rim Helicopter and Boat Tour by Luxury Car suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 2. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 7-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Grand Canyon West Rim Helicopter and Boat Tour by Luxury Car?
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Around 8 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Las Vegas can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Las Vegas and add a light layer if any part of the 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Grand Canyon West Rim Helicopter and Boat Tour by Luxury Car start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Las Vegas within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Las Vegas?
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Las Vegas sells two trips at once: the Strip after dark, and the red-rock desert that starts twenty minutes past the last casino. Helicopter runs to the Grand Canyon, Hoover Dam half-days and Red Rock Canyon drives all leave early, while show tickets, speakeasy crawls and high-roller dining fill the evening. Outty Ranking weighs operator reliability heavily here, because the gap between a well-run desert tour and a coach-and-queue version is enormous. On Outty we rank every Las Vegas experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Small Group: Valley of Fire Half Day Tour from Las Vegas, Small Group Grand Canyon, Hoover Dam, 7 Magic Mountains VIP Tour, Grand Canyon West, Hoover Dam Stop, Breakfast, Lunch & Skywalk. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Las Vegas?
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October to April. Summer highs above 105F make midday outdoor tours punishing. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Las Vegas?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Grand Canyon West Rim Helicopter and Boat Tour by Luxury Car?
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Included: Hotel pick-up & drop-off; Lunch; Admission fees; 5-7 minute helicopter flight above and below the Grand Canyon West Rim; and In-vehicle air conditioning. Not included: 1 hour scenic guided ATV tour through beautiful mountains with views of the Grand Canyon R; 1 hour scenic guided horseback ride through beautiful mountains with views of the Grand Ca; Gratuities; and Horse-drawn wagon ride through the scenic desert landscape (45 minutes). Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Grand Canyon West Rim Helicopter and Boat Tour by Luxury Car include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 157 listed pickup locations in and around Las Vegas. Be ready about 30 minutes before the start time.
What languages is Grand Canyon West Rim Helicopter and Boat Tour by Luxury Car offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Grand Canyon West Rim Helicopter and Boat Tour by Luxury Car?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Grand Canyon West Rim Helicopter and Boat Tour by Luxury Car wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Grand Canyon West Rim Helicopter and Boat Tour by Luxury Car if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Las Vegas. Standard cancellation terms apply.
What do travelers say about Grand Canyon West Rim Helicopter and Boat Tour by Luxury Car?
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Across 24 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
What booking options are available for Grand Canyon West Rim Helicopter and Boat Tour by Luxury Car?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including Add Scenic Guided ATV Tour, Grand Canyon Helicopter & Boat. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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