I can't think of a more exciting way to celebrate the winter season than taking a flight in one of the Grand Canyon helicopters. A lot of people think winter is the wrong time of year to visit the Grand Canyon, but you'd be amazed by the way a layer of fresh snow adds a beautiful new dimension to a landscape that's already spectacular. Snow is more likely at the South Rim than at the West Rim, because the altitude there is over 6,000 feet above sea level.
The South Rim
The South Rim is known as the "real" Canyon and it is situated west of Flagstaff, Arizona. So a South Rim tour is convenient if you're going to be in Phoenix, Flagstaff, Scottsdale, or Sedona. However, if you're staying in Vegas instead, you can take a bus or plane to the South Rim for your tour. Taking the plane is a better option since you'll get there in about an hour opposed to the 5 1/2 hours it takes to ride there on a bus.
You can take a 50-minute or 30-minute helicopter tour of the South Rim. The longer tour lets you see so much more, in fact, you'll get to see the North and South Rims as well as the eastern edge of the National Park. The shorter tour is very scenic too and you get to see both the North and South Rims. It's a terrific way to get the flavor of the National Park.
Plus, there's another tour you can take that's a lot of fun too. It upgrades the 30 minute flight with a 4x4 tour at sunset. This tour ends when your 4x4 drives you to scenic Hopi Point at dusk. You'll see so many amazing sights, including one of the hidden elevated fire towers.
Vegas
Las Vegas is the departure point for all West Rim helicopter rides. The West Rim is just a little east of Vegas, but the South Rim is outside the range of helicopters flying out of Sin City. There aren't any direct flights between the West and South Rims.
You can take an air only helicopter tour out of Vegas, or you can book one that lands at the Canyon. The both follow the same route to the Canyon and fly over the Hoover Dam and Lake Mead along the way.
If it fits in with your time allotment and budget, you should really consider taking a landing tours. They give you a much broader experience at the National Park. You can do fun things like take a float trip along the Colorado River, walk out on the famous Skywalk, and even fly to the Canyon floor for a champagne picnic. However, if your time is limited or if you have a tight vacation budget, then an air-only tour is a fantastic way to see the amazing natural scenery at the Park.
Book Early
These helicopter tours are very popular and they fill up fast, so you need to book early to secure your seats. Try to get your seats at least four days in advance so you can get the time and date you want.
You'll also want to dress appropriately for the climate. South Rim visitors during the winter season should plan for the possibility of snow - wear a warm jacket, long pants, a hat, gloves, and sturdy shoes. And even though it's warmer at the West Rim, dress warmly because it still gets chilly. Bring lip balm, sunglasses and water no matter which rim you're visiting.
Whether you're spending the winter season in Vegas or central AZ, you owe it to yourself to consider a Grand Canyon helicopter ride. It's a terrific way to celebrate the season!
The South Rim
The South Rim is known as the "real" Canyon and it is situated west of Flagstaff, Arizona. So a South Rim tour is convenient if you're going to be in Phoenix, Flagstaff, Scottsdale, or Sedona. However, if you're staying in Vegas instead, you can take a bus or plane to the South Rim for your tour. Taking the plane is a better option since you'll get there in about an hour opposed to the 5 1/2 hours it takes to ride there on a bus.
You can take a 50-minute or 30-minute helicopter tour of the South Rim. The longer tour lets you see so much more, in fact, you'll get to see the North and South Rims as well as the eastern edge of the National Park. The shorter tour is very scenic too and you get to see both the North and South Rims. It's a terrific way to get the flavor of the National Park.
Plus, there's another tour you can take that's a lot of fun too. It upgrades the 30 minute flight with a 4x4 tour at sunset. This tour ends when your 4x4 drives you to scenic Hopi Point at dusk. You'll see so many amazing sights, including one of the hidden elevated fire towers.
Vegas
Las Vegas is the departure point for all West Rim helicopter rides. The West Rim is just a little east of Vegas, but the South Rim is outside the range of helicopters flying out of Sin City. There aren't any direct flights between the West and South Rims.
You can take an air only helicopter tour out of Vegas, or you can book one that lands at the Canyon. The both follow the same route to the Canyon and fly over the Hoover Dam and Lake Mead along the way.
If it fits in with your time allotment and budget, you should really consider taking a landing tours. They give you a much broader experience at the National Park. You can do fun things like take a float trip along the Colorado River, walk out on the famous Skywalk, and even fly to the Canyon floor for a champagne picnic. However, if your time is limited or if you have a tight vacation budget, then an air-only tour is a fantastic way to see the amazing natural scenery at the Park.
Book Early
These helicopter tours are very popular and they fill up fast, so you need to book early to secure your seats. Try to get your seats at least four days in advance so you can get the time and date you want.
You'll also want to dress appropriately for the climate. South Rim visitors during the winter season should plan for the possibility of snow - wear a warm jacket, long pants, a hat, gloves, and sturdy shoes. And even though it's warmer at the West Rim, dress warmly because it still gets chilly. Bring lip balm, sunglasses and water no matter which rim you're visiting.
Whether you're spending the winter season in Vegas or central AZ, you owe it to yourself to consider a Grand Canyon helicopter ride. It's a terrific way to celebrate the season!
About the Author:
Grand Canyon National Park authority Jacky Archer recommends vacationers check out these Canyon helicopter tours. She also recommends going here for deals that make these rides cheaper: http://www.grandcanyonhelicopter.org/grand-canyon-helicopter-tour-coupons.html
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