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Grand Canyon Discovery Tour - Departs From Grand Canyon West
Take a journey through the Grand Canyon on an exclusive landing flight departing from the Grand Canyon West location. Experience spectacular bird’s-eye views of lands sacred to the Hualapai tribe aboard our premier ECO-Star helicopter. Descend and land 3,500 feet below the rim where you will enjoy the mystique and grandeur of the Grand Canyon from our exclusive landing site only 300 feet above the mighty Colorado River. Enjoy this breathtaking setting and make sure to bring your camera for one-of-a-kind photo opportunities.Tour Highlights
- Approx. 40 minutes and features 20 minutes at the bottom of the canyon.
- Departure Location : departs from Grand Canyon West
- Fly over the Grand Canyon by ECO-Star helicopter
- Descend and land 3,500 feet below the rim
- Exclusive landing site only 300 feet above the mighty Colorado River
- Live pilot commentary included
- Inclusive of local taxes and fees!
To avoid any confusion regarding the Discovery, PLEASE read details below before booking this tour.
GRAND CANYON WEST should not be confused with Grand Canyon National Park (South Rim and North Rim), as it is located about 3.5 hours (driving time) away. Grand Canyon West (located on the south side of the Colorado River) is managed by the Hualapai Tribe. This land lies outside the boundary and jurisdiction of the National Park Service and is administered by the Hualapai Indian Tribe.
Maverick’s Grand Canyon Discovery flight departs from Grand Canyon West, an area of the Grand Canyon that is privately owned and operated by the Hualapai Indians. In order to take this tour, please note that this requires the purchase of a Legacy tour package (starting at $49.29) for entry into the park.
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- WHAT YOU BRING
- HOTEL TRANSPORTATION
- ADDITIONAL INFO
Here are some suggestions to make your Grand Canyon sightseeing tour more enjoyable.
For all seasons
Don't make the mistake and run out of film or batteries. Double check...triple check - so you don't miss out on that one Grand Canyon sightseeing photo of a lifetime.
For summer time
We suggest during the summer you carry a water bottle*. Keeping hydrated is very important!
For winter time
At the Grand Canyon it can become windy and the weather can change quickly. So it is important that you dress properly and are prepared for whatever the weather conditions.
For all seasons
Don't make the mistake and run out of film or batteries. Double check...triple check - so you don't miss out on that one Grand Canyon sightseeing photo of a lifetime.
- Extra batteries
- Extra film or memory card
- Hat & sunglasses
- Sunblock* and ChapStick
- Photo ID
- Comfortable clothing
For summer time
- For your safety we strongly recommend that you wear comfortable, stable shoes that would be appropriate for walking on rocky, uneven ground.
- Dress in light clothing
We suggest during the summer you carry a water bottle*. Keeping hydrated is very important!
For winter time
- Gloves & scarf
- Hat
- Coat
- For your safety we strongly recommend that you wear comfortable, stable shoes that would be appropriate for walking on rocky, uneven ground.
At the Grand Canyon it can become windy and the weather can change quickly. So it is important that you dress properly and are prepared for whatever the weather conditions.
In Las Vegas, guests will be assigned a pickup time and location at the time of booking. For a list of hotel pick-up locations within a 5 mile radius of the Las Vegas Strip. Guests will be transferred via Maverick Helicopters transportation.
Note :
Transportation is not offered at our Grand Canyon location.
Note :
Transportation is not offered at our Grand Canyon location.
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication; if, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund
- Due to comfort and weight / balance of the aircraft, passengers weighing over 300 lbs (136 kg or 21 stone) will be required to purchase an additional seat; this is payable directly to the tour operator on the day of the tour
- The total weight of the helicopter cannot exceed 1,140 lbs (518 kg)
- There is a maximum capacity of 7 people per helicopter, plus your pilot
- Per FAA regulations, all passengers 18 years and older will be required to show photo ID such as a driver's license or passport at the time of check-in
- Pilot
- Reschedule
- Cancellation
Maverick employs the highest qualified pilots in the industry. Maverick pilots have received over 150 awards for safety and customer service. Maverick also has the top safety record of any tourism-based aviation company in the world. Click here to read more about "The Maverick Difference".
Maverick does charge a fee for rescheduling requests made within 48 hours of your flight time. The fees are $100 per person.
- Changes and cancellations are allowed up to 48 hours prior to tour commencement without penalty.
- No-shows and changes or cancellations within 48 hours are subject to a full charge.
- No refunds are available once a tour has commenced.
- Flex Pass Tours & interisland tours with airline tickets restrictions that include airfare are non-refundable once the reservation is purchased.
- Airline tickets are non-changeable and non-transferable.
