Flight of the Condor Airplane Tour

Planning to visit Grand Canyon West? In addition to the stunning vistas along the West Rim, you can also experience an unforgettable flight over the canyon’s extraordinary landmarks! This air tour departs from the Grand Canyon West air terminal just a short distance from the rim. Once airborne, you’ll enjoy breathtaking views from above Eagle Point (including the world-famous Skywalk glass bridge), Guano Point, and other fantastic rock formations. In-flight headset narration will provide interesting facts and the history of the Grand Canyon during your tour.

Your adventure continues with a ground tour of Grand Canyon West via shuttle bus. Your first stop is to Hualapai Ranch, a cowboy town complete with Old West gunfights and lasso lessons. Journey to Eagle Point and marvel at the enormous eagle-shaped rock formation. See Native American dwellings from several tribes and enjoy cultural music and dancing here, as well. From there, you’ll proceed to Guano Point for 360-degree views of the massive stone walls of the canyon. This tour is the perfect way to see everything the West Rim has to offer!

Available in English, Mandarin, Cantonese

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Flight Duration: Approximately 20 minutes

What to Bring

Bring your I.D. - All passengers booked on a tour must have government issued forms of identification.
Be sure to book your tour as early in your trip as possible.
Water: You may bring a bottle of water, however the bottle is not allowed to be opened in the aircraft.
Don’t forget your camera! Cameras and phones are allowed and encouraged, but please be aware that the use of “Selfie Sticks” and extending camera poles are strictly prohibited in and around the aircraft.
Not sure what to wear? Layered clothing is recommended through the months of March to September, and winter clothing should be worn from October to mid-March.

Tips & Advisories:

If assistance is required in boarding and disembarking, passengers must provide companion or attendant to do so.
Passenger must be able to use helicopter seat.
Only collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be stowed onboard due to space limitations.
Guests will be notified at time of check-in if space limitations will prevent their accessibility equipment from being brought onboard.
This is an air-only tour. Should your equipment need to be left at the terminal, it will be stored safely and waiting for you upon landing.
Guests must reach our West Rim air terminal 45 minutes before their flight time.

Tour Includes:

Included

Scenic flight with aerial views of Grand Canyon West and the Colorado River
Climate-controlled cabin
High wings providing clear panoramic views
In-flight tour narration
Self-guided tour of multiple lookout points along the rim of the canyon

Sample Itinerary:

Arrive at the Grand Canyon Scenic Airlines terminal located at 5001 Buck and Doe Road, Grand Canyon West, Arizona and check in 30 minutes prior to flight.
Depart on this exciting airplane tour and enjoy breathtaking views of the world-famous Skywalk glass bridge, Guano Point, and scenic aerial views of the Grand Canyon.
Narration during the flight will provide interesting facts about the history of the Grand Canyon.
After returning to the terminal, board an air-conditioned motorcoach for a self-guided ground tour of the Grand Canyon West.
First stop is the Hualapai Point, where you can shop for authentic Native American crafts, eat a meal at a traditional Hualapai restaurant, try out the shooting gallery, or experience the zipline.
The next stop is Eagle Point. Marvel at the enormous eagle-shaped rock formation within the canyon wall. Explore Native American dwellings from several tribes and enjoy cultural music and dancing.
Proceed to Guano Point for more breathtaking panoramic views of the Grand Canyon.
Return to the terminal having explored the Grand Canyon by air and then by ground - a truly once-in-a-lifetime experience!

Terms and Conditions:

Arrive at the Grand Canyon Scenic Airlines terminal located at 5001 Buck and Doe Road, Grand Canyon West, Arizona and check in 30 minutes prior to flight.
Depart on this exciting airplane tour and enjoy breathtaking views of the world-famous Skywalk glass bridge, Guano Point, and scenic aerial views of the Grand Canyon.
Narration during the flight will provide interesting facts about the history of the Grand Canyon.
After returning to the terminal, board an air-conditioned motorcoach for a self-guided ground tour of the Grand Canyon West.
First stop is the Hualapai Point, where you can shop for authentic Native American crafts, eat a meal at a traditional Hualapai restaurant, try out the shooting gallery, or experience the zipline.
The next stop is Eagle Point. Marvel at the enormous eagle-shaped rock formation within the canyon wall. Explore Native American dwellings from several tribes and enjoy cultural music and dancing.
Proceed to Guano Point for more breathtaking panoramic views of the Grand Canyon.
Return to the terminal having explored the Grand Canyon by air and then by ground - a truly once-in-a-lifetime experience!