Golden Eagle Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour from Las Vegas

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Overview

Experience the awe of the Grand Canyon with the Golden Eagle helicopter tour from Las Vegas by Papillon. Soar over the stunning Hoover Dam and Lake Mead, and marvel at the Canyon's breathtaking vistas. At only a few hours, this tour is the quickest helicopter tour over the Canyon's West Rim, making it perfect for making the most of your time in Vegas.

up to 4 hrs 1 or more people

Good To Know

  • Fly over Hoover Dam, one of the greatest engineering marvels in the world, and enjoy stunning views of Lake Mead.
  • The tour is 3.5–4 hours from hotel pick-up to hotel drop-off, with around 70 minutes of flight time.
  • Complimentary hotel pick-up and drop-off from select Las Vegas Strip and downtown hotels.
  • Please bring a government-issued ID for check-in.
  • Suitable for all ages.
  • Multilingual narrations available in various languages.
  • Passengers 300lbs or more will be charged a fee for an additional comfort seat upon check-in. All passengers will be weighed during check-in at the terminal.

Description

Embark on a Golden Eagle helicopter tour of the Grand Canyon and enjoy exhilarating views of the West Rim, located within the Hualapai Indian Nation.

See the expanse of Lake Mead, the Hoover Dam, the vast Mojave Desert, and the Grand Wash Cliffs enroute to the canyon. Upon arrival to the West Rim, you will be treated to the visual wonders of the colossal striped stone walls—a truly inspiring work of nature that most visitors consider breathtaking.

Your helicopter comes equipped with air conditioning, oversized windows, and noise-canceling headphones offering music and narration in your language of choice.

Golden Eagle Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour Reviews

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T8776EBandreaw
"Unbelievable bucket list experience"
TripAdvisor user rating 5.0 out of 5
Reviewed March 20, 2025
This was definately a bucket list flight. We were in USA for the NRL in Vegas and did the Helicopter picnic landing in the Canyon. Our Pilot Matt was very knowledgeable and entertainining while making the flight feel safe. I would highly recommend taking this trip 5 Stars *****
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CASECHI
Austin, Texas
"A Great Tour of the Grand Canyon"
TripAdvisor user rating 5.0 out of 5
Reviewed March 20, 2025
Well organized and worth the experience. Highly recommended if you are looking for a tour in the Grand Canyon. Very helpful with my elderly father.
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louisemT287RG
"Fantastic experience!"
TripAdvisor user rating 5.0 out of 5
Reviewed March 17, 2025
We were in Las Vegas last week and took the Golden Eagle Helicopter Tour. I was so impressed with the whole thing. Papillion was so organized from the hotel pick up and drop off to all the staff at the centre. Everything went very smoothly. Dave our pilot was funny,reassuring and knowledgeable. The Grand Canyon,Lake Mead and Hoover Dam views were spectacular. I will never forget this experience and highly recommend it. Amazing!
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DrGiles
Westbourne, West Sussex, England
"Best way to See the Grand Canyon"
TripAdvisor user rating 5.0 out of 5
Reviewed March 12, 2025
Excellent from start to finish! Our pilot Charles was great, giving us just the right amount of useful information during the flight. One person on our group was very nervous, and Charles accurately warned when there was going to be any turbulence and during this calmly talked to us about the views which helped her realise it was all perfectly normal. This trip is a must and definitely the best way to see the Grand Canyon.
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taunts75
Menai, Sutherland Shire, Greater Sydney, New South Wales
"Outstanding - Highly Recommend"
TripAdvisor user rating 5.0 out of 5
Reviewed March 08, 2025
Outstanding Trip, Papillon were very accomodating in booking from overseas and when we wanted to add an extra passenger to the group, they also made this seamless and the communication by email and phone was above expectation. We felt safe from the hotel pickup, initial briefing, to boarding and the Pilot (an Aussie but can't remember his name) was excellent. The actual flight and Grand Canyon experience was outstanding, definitely a memorable bucket list item and is something we would all recommend to anyone visiting Vegas, the views of the canyon and the strip and photo opps were amazing. Landing on the floor of the canyon was something special. We did the morning flight and had amazing time with no crowds, no wind, and crystal blue skies, and we only saw 1 other helicopter during the entire time. Worth mentioning, we had this same Heli Tour booked several years ago, but due to a medical emergency were unable to make the trip from Australia and Papillon were incredible with managing refunds etc. High integrity company that also provides amazing experiences!
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AMC1969
Standish, Wigan, Greater Manchester, England
"Glittering views of the Las Vegas Strip by night"
TripAdvisor user rating 5.0 out of 5
Reviewed March 08, 2025
As repeat customers of Papillon, having previously enjoyed a Grand Canyon tour, we were thrilled to take another flight, during our recent visit to Las Vegas. Our pilot, Nate, was exceptional! His lively and engaging personality made the ride along the Las Vegas Strip incredibly fun, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. We had an unforgettable evening, and it's a memory we’ll treasure for years to come.
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judithfL3962VN
"Amazing flight"
TripAdvisor user rating 5.0 out of 5
Reviewed February 27, 2025
Had a fabulous day yesterday with Jimmy Long who made us feel so safe and kept us entertained. Provided a lot of interesting information.and gave our family an unforgettable experience. Not only that he has a fabulous play list. Jimmy was born to fly. Paul, Judy, Bryan and Ronan Foley from Cork, IRELAND 🇮🇪
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mcbec
Glasgow, Scotland
"Helicopter, boat, skywalk, Guano Point, Grand Canyon"
TripAdvisor user rating 5.0 out of 5
Reviewed February 10, 2025
We had an amazing trip. From pick up at our hotel on the strip to drop off 7 hours later it was all top notch. Nothing felt rushed and there was no waiting around either. The weigh in part at check in is extremely subtle, very much appreciated. Our pilot was so knowledgable with lots of details on the area we flew over without being overwhelming. The music in the helicopter was great too, a lot of fun. Brilliant views from any seat. Incredible scenery. We stopped on the canyon floor to take a boat trip, another wonderful experience. We were the only guests on the pontoon which felt like a total treat. The guide was again very knowledgeable without being intrusive and took photos on our phones for us. We then got in another helicopter to go to the skywalk experience where a guide from Papillon escorted us to our personal photographer. They took several posed photos before leaving us with our guide who escorted us around the walk and back to the bus area for us to go on to Guano Point. These are hop on hop off buses operating every few minutes (15/20 maybe?). The enjoyed this part more than the Skywalk area, such magnificent scenery and a nice little walk. You could go further and scramble across the rocks if you wanted to but that was a bit beyond our comfort level. There was also another stop on the bus to go to the ziplines but we didn't go any further. We then went back to the terminal to meet our original group and fly back to Boulder City airport and take the shuttle back to the strip. A wonderful experience! The family in our group were so much fun, they really enhanced our experience too- no need to feel worried about sharing a ride with strangers. It's not a cheap experience but definitely a memorable one.
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heidisE7316UY
"Papillon Helicopter ride- Grand Canyon"
TripAdvisor user rating 5.0 out of 5
Reviewed February 08, 2025
We had an awesome experience on our first helicopter ride to the Grand Canyon. Tucker, our pilot did a great job of explaining the sights and took very good care of us. The views of the Hoover Dam and the Grand Canyon were amazing.
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stevecM7222QZ
"Best of a bad situation"
TripAdvisor user rating 5.0 out of 5
Reviewed January 21, 2025
We mistakenly Booked the wrong date For a flight of 4.Per The young lady I spoke to on the phone said to send them a email. And I was very surprised To get a call the next day. They did not have to do anything for us as the mistake was mine, However They did offer to take us on the night flight Just not the neon part Which was already booked up. I completely understood that Very grateful That they did anything at all ,which they did not have to do.
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katieaU9832VK
"Liars"
TripAdvisor user rating 1.0 out of 5
Reviewed January 20, 2025
I booked a helicopter tour from Las Vegas to the Hoover Dam and over the strip 22 days in advance. while booking they ask you for your weight as they need to balance the helicopter. once I arrived for my tour we were informed that I entered my party of 2 weight incorrectly and they were overweight on the helicopter and unable to balance the flight they subsequently canceled our flight. I informed them that I absolutely entered the weight correctly as I made sure to weigh myself and the other person in my party did the same. They were insistent on it being my fault. They did offer a refund reluctantly, and after contacting Vegas.com, where I booked the tour and after doing some investigating, we found that I did give them the correct weight and that they lied to me and overbooked the tour and rather than canceling the other party of four they canceled my party of two. absolute incompetence and extremely poor customer service.
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peter102110
London, England
"Brilliant experience"
TripAdvisor user rating 5.0 out of 5
Reviewed January 19, 2025
We flew with Papillon from Grand Canyon West Airport into the Grand Canyon, then took a boat tour on the Colorado River and then flew back. We also bought access to the West Rim viewpoints through them, alongside the Skywalk tickets and lunch. The whole experience was seamless and a highlight of our trip. We forgot about the time zone change between Nevada and Arizona, but the team were very accommodating. The pilots didn't say anything, but the guide in the Canyon was brilliant. We enjoyed the included lunch overlooking the Canyon. The Skywalk was very busy and the shuttle bus operation within Grand Canyon West not particularly smooth, but that isn't a Papillon operation. Overall I would thoroughly recommend them.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Golden Eagle Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour

What should I bring?

Bring your I.D. All passengers booked on the tour must have government-issued form of identification. Bring a camera, too. Cameras and phones are allowed and encouraged, but be aware that the use of "selfie sticks" and extending camera poles are strictly prohibited in and around the aircraft.

What should I wear?

Layered clothing is recommended through the months of March to September, and winter clothing should be worn from October to mid-March.

Where does the tour depart from?

The tour begins with hotel pick-up from select Las Vegas Strip and downtown hotels. The flight will depart from Papillon’s heliport in Boulder City. Call the number on your e-ticket after booking to confirm pick-up details.

How long is the tour?

The total experience is approximately 3.5-4 hours, from hotel pick-up to hotel drop-off. Flight duration is approximately 70 minutes.

Is the tour appropriate for children?

The Golden Eagle Air Tour is suitable for all ages.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Passengers will need to be able to get out of the wheelchair and climb in and out of the helicopter. There are stairs used to board the aircraft: the helicopter has two steps approximately 18 inches high to reach the door. Wheelchair passengers must have a companion capable of assisting them in and out of the aircraft. Staff cannot assist in boarding or disembarking except in cases of emergency. Please note that Papillon's shuttles do not have a lift to raise wheelchairs into the vehicle. Passengers using wheelchairs are advised to arrange a rental car or rideshare to reach the air terminal.

What’s included in my ticket/experience?

Breathtaking views of the Grand Canyon, Hoover Dam, and Lake Mead in from the seat of a helicopter. Multilingual narration and round-trip transfers from most Las Vegas hotels are included as well.

Can I bring my own food/beverages?

You may bring a bottle of water, however, the bottle is not allowed to be opened in the aircraft.

Can I bring my pet?

Pets are not allowed.

Is there a weight restriction?

Yes, passengers weighing 300lbs (136.36kg) or greater will be charged a fee for an additional comfort seat.

What type of helicopter is flown during the Golden Eagle Helicopter Tour?

Papillon operates the Airbus ECO-Star EC-130, the safest and most comfortable tourism helicopter. The Eco-Star offers outstanding visibility, seating, and superior passenger comfort and includes a Bose headset offering Grand Canyon tour narration in several languages.

What languages are the Golden Eagle Helicopter Tour narrations offered in?

The Golden Eagle Helicopter Tour narration is offered in English, Chinese - Mandarin & Cantonese, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, and Spanish.