Grand Canyon West Helicopter + Boat Ride

Enjoy a unique experience with a boat trip on the Colorado River and a helicopter ride over the Grand Canyon West.

Activity Details

Meet at the Grand Canyon West Airport for a 5-7 minute helicopter ride over the West Rim. Descend to the base of the Grand Canyon to walk down to the river and board the boat for a 15-20 minute boat ride on the Colorado River, viewing the sandstone walls from below.

After the boat ride, return to the helicopter for the ascent back to the West Rim entrance. Optional experiences to enhance your visit include:

Grand Canyon West Ticket: grants access to Eagle Point and Guano Point overlooks, including a shuttle bus to these locations.Skywalk: a viewpoint at Eagle Point offering significant views of the Grand Canyon.Lunch at a Grand Canyon West restaurant: includes a meat or chicken dish, corn on the cob, bread, and a beverage.

Grand Canyon West is 124 miles (200 km) from downtown Las Vegas, making it more accessible than the South Rim, which requires a drive of over 4 hours.

Grand Canyon Day Trip from Las Vegas

For convenience, we suggest booking a day trip to the Grand Canyon for those staying in Las Vegas.