50-Minute Helicopter Tours
- South Rim -
The Basic
The BASIC version of this tour departs from Grand Canyon airport to the National Park's eastern boundary before heading crossing the Grand Canyon to the North Rim. There you fly west before flying across the Canyon and back to the airport. By the time you are done you'll have seen 75 percent of the Park. Prices range from $239 to $244 per person depending on time of year and availability.
The Deluxe
The DELUXE version of this tour follows the same flight path as the basic except you do it in an EcoStar 130 helicopter (the basic uses the Bell Ranger, some of which come with rear-facing jump seats). The EcoStar is 25 percent bigger than the Bell and comes with front-facing stadium-style seats and a 180-degree wraparound windshield - perfect for photographers. Prices range from $259 to $269 depending on time of year and availability.