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Helicopter & Hummer Combo Tour of the Grand Canyon
This 45 Minute Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour will provide bird’s eye views of the SEE IT FROM THE AIR: This Grand Kingdom Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour provides incredible views of the Grand Canyon, while you enjoy the ride in a state-of-the-art, spacious helicopter, complete with forward-facing stadium seating and nearly 180-degree views. You will be flying over the widest and deepest parts of the Grand Canyon, with unobstructed views of the North Rim, South Rim, and East Rim of the canyon, including the Little Colorado River, and the Dragon Corridor. These awe-inspiring views of the immense buttes, majestic temples, and spectacular side canyons will provide you with unforgettable memories.
SEE IT AT GROUND LEVEL: Drive less than a mile through the quaint town of Tusayan and arrive at the Terminal in just a few minutes. Climb aboard the Buck Wild vehicle, a customized to provide you with the most comfortable way to explore the viewpoints. Our vehicles have comfortable, front-facing, stadium-style seats that provide excellent views from all seats. During the warm Spring and Summer months, enjoy an open-air ride; during the cooler Fall and Winter months, rest assured you will be warm and toasty inside the heated vehicle with transparent sides and tours, and bundle up in the provided blankets for even more warmth. Your will take you to 3-4 of the best viewpoints in the South Rim, with plenty of time to explore the rim and capture unforgettable
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Tour Highlights
Hummer Tour
- 2 Hour Hummer Tour
- The Hummer Tour will stop at 3-4 Viewpoints on the East Side of the Grand Canyon National Park South Rim
- Each stop provides ample time for exploring, photo opportunities, and learning about the location.
- Learn about the American Southwest and ancient inhabitants
- Discover facts about nature and how the Grand Canyon came to be
- Look for elk and other wild animals along the way – you’ll usually see them if you watch closely!
- Take amazing photos of this world-renowned natural wonder.
- Enjoy yourself – let someone else do the driving while you get the inside scoop on the best places to view the canyon and learn interesting facts along the way!
Helicopter Tour
- 45 Minute Helicopter Tour over the Grand Canyon
- Multi-lingual narration on Helicopter Tour
- Aerial Views of North Rim, South Rim, East Rim, the confluence of the Little Colorado River
- Go deeper into the canyon viewing immense buttes, majestic temples and spectacular side canyons.
What to Bring & Wear
- Your Government issued Photo ID
- Your cameras and/or phones for amazing photos
- Selfie Sticks allowed on Hummers but are not allowed in or around the Helicopter
- Layered clothing is recommended – April to September
- Winter Clothing is recommended October to March
- Footwear recommended – Sneakers or hiking boots are highly recommended. Footwear that is flat and sturdy.
Details
You are booking a Combination Tour that includes a 2 Hour Grand Canyon Hummer Tour and a 45 minute Helicopter Tour over the Grand Canyon.
Location
This Tour takes place at the South Rim of the Grand Canyon National Park in Northern Arizona.
For more information about the Grand Canyon Area, please visit our Grand Canyon Information Page
Both the Helicopter and Buck Wild Terminals are located in the town of Tusayan, the small town less than 2 miles from the South Entrance to the Grand Canyon National Park South Rim.
View Driving Distances from many Southwest US Cities to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon National Park
Hummer Tour
Go Buck Wild with this scenic Hummer adventure that includes several stops along some of the most popular lookout areas Grand Canyon National Park has to offer.
Every tour is led by a professional guide who will provide you with the history of the American Southwest, the forces of nature that shaped the canyon, and the ancient people who inhabited the land. Discover the dramatic rock formations and gorges that took millions of years to create.
The Grand Canyon stretches up to 12 miles across to the next rim with a depth of a full vertical mile. Some of the most famous and widely recognized images of the Grand Canyon are taken within this very park.
Get your camera ready to capture amazing scenic images of this mystical canyon. This Grand Canyon package is perfect for families and adventure-seekers alike!
Helicopter Tour
Experience the best views of the Grand Canyon on this 45 minute Helicopter Tour. The aerial adventure departs from the Papillon Terminal at Grand Canyon National Park in Tusayan. Board the state of the art helicopter that was designed specifically for sightseeing, and take off on your adventure!
The bottom will appear to drop out from under you as you soar across the canyon rim. Take in the dramatic confluence of the Little Colorado River as you gaze deep into the core of the canyon over 5,000′ below.
When we are flying at the same altitude as the North Rim of the Canyon, this up close and personal perspective may make you feel as though you could reach out and touch the canyon walls!
The North Rim supports plant and animal life not present on the drier South Rim, and the views are vastly different.
One of the Grand Canyon’s most picturesque sections is Dragon Corridor, and you will fly along this on your way back to the airport.
This Helicopter Tour provides the most scenic views from the most impressive heights.
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Select tours may be changed or canceled without penalty up to 24 hours prior to departure, subject to availability. Cancellations made within 24 hours of departure are non-refundable. No-shows will be charged in full with no refund.
Hummer tours:
- Hummer tours operate rain or shine, provided the roads are open. In the event of severe weather, Buck Wild Hummer Tours reserves the right to alter, modify, or cancel any tour due to unsafe conditions. Any tour canceled by Buck Wild Hummer Tours will receive a 100% refund.
Helicopter tours:
- Helicopter tours may be canceled due to weather conditions. If that’s the case, you will be notified and refunded for the helicopter portion of the tour.
- If your Hummer tour is still operating, you will still be expected to attend unless you cancel 24 hours prior to your scheduled Hummer Tour.
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When booking your combo tour, please make sure to choose times that work for your schedule. You will choose the Hummer Tour Time first, and then you will see and choose available Helicopter Tour Times that work with your Hummer Tour Time.
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The helicopter flight lasts 40-50 Minutes. The Hummer tour lasts two hours.
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On the helicopter tour:
- The North, South and East Rims of the Grand Canyon
- Confluence of the Colorado River
- Tower of Ra
- Vishnu Schist
- Dragon Corridor
On the Hummer tour:
Explore three to four of the best viewpoints along the South Rim. Possible viewpoints include:
- Yavapai Point & Geology Museum
- Pipe Creek Vista
- Duck on a Rock
- Grandview Point
- Moran Point
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Hummer Tour:
- Check-in for your Hummer tour is 15 minutes prior to your scheduled tour time, unless notified otherwise, at the Buck Wild Office located at 469 South State Highway 64 Suite A, Tusayan, AZ 86023.
- Tusayan is the small town located just before you get to the Fee Station at Grand Canyon National Park South Rim. Buck Wild Hummer Tours’ office is located just north of the Texaco Gas Station, in the Shopping Plaza that also houses the Visitor’s Center. Click here for directions to the Buck Wild Terminal
Helicopter Tour:
- Check-in for your helicopter tour is 30 minutes prior to your scheduled tour time at the Papillon Helicopter Terminal located at 3568 Airport Rd, Tusayan, AZ 86023. Papillon Helicopter Terminal is located at the Grand Canyon National Park Airport, just south of the town of Tusayan. Click here for directions to the Papillon Helicopter Terminal. The Buck Wild Terminal and the Papillon Helicopter Terminal are just a 5-minute drive apart!