Vegas is an exciting city where you will never be left looking for fun things to do. It's also conveniently close to the Grand Canyon National Park, and is the number one starting point for anyone wanting to take a helicopter tour out to the stunning natural wonder. Unfortunately, there's a fair amount of confusing information when you're interested in booking online, so I've prepared these five simple tips that will help you to plan and book your helicopter adventure.
Tip One: Choosing Deluxe or Basic Tours
Looking at all of the options available, you will find both deluxe and basic Grand Canyon tours from Las Vegas. If you can't seem to find the true benefit of either package, then let me tell you that deluxe is the way to go. For a slight increase in ticket price, you will receive a true VIP experience. Deluxe tours provide a limousine shuttle service, which sets the tone of your adventure. The deluxe helicopter is larger and newer, and it has the best seat layout, with a huge viewing window that will allow you to take in all of what you see. As an added bonus, these tours fly directly from Vegas (basic tours leave from Boulder City), and include a flyover of the Las Vegas Strip.
Tip Two: Choose a Landing Tour
Landing tour, or flyover? A flyover offers some impressive sightseeing, but a landing tour is the most comprehensive option if you want a truly unforgettable adventure. Not only will you be able to experience a number of hiking trails and the Grand Canyon Skywalk if you land at the tip of the rim, but there's even a bottom landing tour where you can enjoy a Champagne picnic and a Colorado River boat tour. If you want to be right in the action, and truly experience the Grand Canyon, a landing tour from Las Vegas is the only way to do it.
Tip Three: Book Early
Grand Canyon tours are popular. They're so popular that tours from Las Vegas will regularly sell out. If you want to ensure that your tickets are locked in, you need to book early. I recommend booking at least two weeks in advance, and one simple strategy is to book as soon as your hotel is confirmed. This way you do everything at the same time, and there's no chance of leaving your helicopter booking to the last minute.
Tip Four: Book Online
Booking online is the easiest way to ensure that your tickets are confirmed and that you get the best ticket prices. Booking online is also cheaper, because you won't have to pay any additional fees that are added on by travel agents or other third parties. Just make sure that you complete the transaction with your credit card, as this will ensure you get the best price and that everything is confirmed for the day that you plan to fly.
Tip Five: Take the Last Flight of the Day
Want to experience the Grand Canyon when the sun is going down, and beautiful light dances across the ancient rock formations? If so, then you'll need to take the last tour of the day. Besides offering a truly unique time to view the Canyon, a sunset tour will also take you over The Strip when it looks its most impressive. Seeing Las Vegas from the air, at nighttime, is truly a breathtaking moment.
Conclusion
I hope that this has cleared up any confusion regarding Grand Canyon helicopter tours. If you're planning to be in Las Vegas for your next vacation, then make sure you take the opportunity to view one of the world's most famous natural wonders. Keep these tips in mind, because they will ensure that you book the best possible adventure.
If you need further information about the tours or the Canyon itself, come and visit my website. I provide access to all of the best deals that can be found online, and there's even chat support if you have questions about any of the tour packages. This way you'll be fully prepared for the best helicopter adventures, all for the best possible prices.
Martin Wynn
