Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour with Black Canyon Rafting
Lake Mead National Recreation Area, Las Vegas
Embark on a thrilling Grand Canyon experience allowing you to view multiple regions of this landmark from the sky. Take a helicopter ride and an exhilarating rafting trip along the Colorado River.
Helicopter Grand Canyon West and Colorado River Rafting from Las Vegas
This tour offers a narrated helicopter flight from Las Vegas over Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, and Grand Canyon West, followed by a motorized rafting trip on the Colorado River. It suits visitors seeking a combination of aerial sightseeing and river adventure.
Highlights
- Roundtrip hotel transfers from the Las Vegas Strip
- Helicopter flight over Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, and Grand Canyon West
- Landing on the canyon floor for a champagne picnic
- Short drive to the base of Hoover Dam
- 2.5-hour, 11-mile motorized raft trip down the Colorado River through Black Canyon
Description
Start with complimentary transport from the Las Vegas Strip to the air terminal near Boulder City, Nevada. The narrated helicopter tour covers major landmarks including Hoover Dam, Black Canyon, Lake Mead, and the Colorado River. You will fly over Hualapai tribal land and pass the Skywalk Bridge before descending 4,000 feet to the Grand Canyon floor.
On the canyon floor by the Colorado River, observe the geological features of the West Rim’s rock formations. Enjoy ample time to explore the area. A light meal and champagne are served under a traditional Hualapai Ramada shelter.
The return flight follows a different scenic route back to the terminal, where ground transport will take you to the base of Hoover Dam. Here begins your 2.5-hour motorized rafting trip downstream through Black Canyon, with its volcanic rock walls nearly 2,000 feet high.
Pause at a beach for lunch before continuing to Willow Beach Marina. After rafting, transportation returns you to the Las Vegas Strip.
Note: From December 1 to February 28/29, rafting operates only on Wednesdays and Saturdays unless there is a group of 25 or more, when rafting is available daily. From March 1, rafting runs seven days a week.
Includes
- Helicopter flight over Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, and Black Canyon
- Guided river rafting tour
- Boxed lunch
- Glass of champagne
- Hotel transfers from most Las Vegas Strip and Downtown hotels (on request)
- Helicopter audio guide
Excludes
- Pilot tip
Important Information
- Helicopter flight duration: approximately 90 minutes
- Time at the Grand Canyon floor: approximately 30 minutes
- Rafting trip duration: 2.5 hours
- Infants under 2 years old are lap children with proof of age (passport or birth certificate)
- All passengers 18 years and older must present a government-issued photo ID
- Passengers weighing 300 pounds or more must purchase an additional seat on the day of the tour
- Hotel transfers available from most Las Vegas Strip and Downtown hotels; call the local supplier to schedule
- Departure from Papillon Terminal, Boulder City, about 30 minutes from Las Vegas
- Check-in required 45 minutes prior to departure
- $30 per person fuel surcharge payable at check-in due to current fuel prices
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes suitable for rafting. Book transfers early to ensure pick-up, and consider scheduling your tour for mornings to avoid midday heat.
