--- title: Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour and River Raft or Emerald Cave Kayak lang: en type: tour city: Las Vegas country: United States price: 637 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.59 reviews: 268 duration_minutes: 660 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 39 of 41 (Grand Canyon Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-11-07 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/usa/las-vegas/tours/grand-canyon-helicopter-tour-and-river-raft-or-emerald-cave-kayak/ --- # Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour and River Raft or Emerald Cave Kayak **Guidekin's take:** Pair a helicopter flight over Hoover Dam, Lake Mead and the Grand Canyon's West Rim with a Colorado River float or an Emerald Cave kayak trip. Van transfers, water and fees are included; moderate fitness is required. 4.59 from 268 reviews at €637 per person for 11h. In our comparison: #39 of 41 in Grand Canyon Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Embark on an unforgettable adventure with a Grand Canyon helicopter tour combined with either a peaceful river raft float or an exhilarating kayak tour on the Colorado River. Enjoy a 90-minute scenic flight over Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, and the Grand Canyon's West Rim before exploring Black Canyon or the breathtaking Emerald Cave with a knowledgeable guide. This incredible day tour includes round-trip transportation to your Las Vegas hotel for a seamless and exciting experience. Please note: The order in which you do the activities may differ. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Starts 07:00: one departure a day - Food included: Bottled water and boxed lunch - Age rule: Minimum age is 2 years **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €637 per person - Duration: 11h - Rating: 4.59/5 from 268 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: 5 Star Grand Canyon Helicopter Tours - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 07:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-07 ## Reviews 4.59 from 268 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 90% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 240 of 268. - 5 stars: 201 (75%) - 4 stars: 39 (15%) - 3 stars: 17 (6%) - 2 stars: 6 (2%) - 1 star: 5 (2%) ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Helicopter and Rafting Option | €637 / person | English | Duration: 9 hours: Includes 4-hour Colorado River Float by Raft and 90-minute Grand Canyon Helicopter Flight Pickup included | | Helicopter and Kayak Option | €637 / person | English | Duration: 9 hours: Includes 3-hour Emerald Cave Kayak tour and 90-minute Grand Canyon Helicopter Flight Pickup included | ## What's included - 90-minute (approx.) round-trip flight in a state-of-the-art helicopter - Round-trip transportation by deluxe van - All taxes and fees - Aerial Views of Hoover Dam - Bottled water and boxed lunch - Views of Hoover Dam from Lake Mead (If Option Chosen) - Colorado River Float OR Kayak Trip ## Not included - Gratuities (Optional) - Lunch ## Itinerary 1. **Hoover Dam** (pass by, no stop) - After hotel pickup, board your state-of-the-art helicopter at the VIP Helicopter terminal, just minutes from the Las Vegas Strip for a 90-minute (round-trip) scenic air tour of Grand Canyon's West Rim. Enjoy panoramic, 180-degree views of the impressive Hoover Dam, the Bypass... 2. **Hoover Dam Bypass** (pass by, no stop) - Fly around the iconic Hoover Dam Bypass Bridge on this unforgettable helicopter tour. Experience breathtaking aerial views of this engineering marvel as you soar above the Colorado River and the stunning landscape surrounding the dam. 3. **Fortification Hill** (pass by, no stop) - Fly over the extinct volcano known as Fortification Hill during your Grand Canyon helicopter tour. Marvel at the unique geological features of this colorful, ancient volcanic formation as you soar above the landscape surrounding the Colorado River and Hoover Dam. 4. **Colorado River** (3h; admission included) - Descend beneath the rim of the Grand Canyon as you fly over the mighty Colorado River, passing awe-inspiring, million-year-old geological rock formations. Experience the grandeur of the canyon from a unique perspective, with breathtaking views of the ancient rock layers that... 5. **Grand Canyon West** (pass by, no stop) - Make sure to have your camera ready, as every turn unveils cathedral-like buttresses and towering pillars adorned with vibrant natural colors. After departing the Grand Canyon, continue your journey with stunning aerial views of other remarkable natural wonders nestled within... 6. **If you choose the River Float option, after landing in Las Vegas, you'll be t...** (2h; admission included) - If you choose the River Float option, after landing in Las Vegas, you'll be transported to the Hoover Dam Lodge in Boulder City to board a comfortable river raft at the base of the iconic Hoover Dam and Bypass Bridge. Enjoy stunning views of the Black Canyon, spot wildlife... 7. **Willow Beach** (3h; admission included) - If you choose the Kayak option, your adventure begins with hotel pick-up, followed by a scenic drive to Willow Beach on the Colorado River, just downstream from Hoover Dam. Paddle 4 miles (approximately 3 hours) along the riverbanks, with opportunities to spot local wildlife... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 07:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-11-07 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness - Minimum age is 2 years - Due to comfort and weight or balance of the aircraft, passengers weighing over 250 Lbs (112 kg/17.9 stones) will be required to purchase an additional seat. This is payable directly to the tour operator on the day of the tour. - Please note if you choose the Kayak Tour it does not include lunch and you will start from Willow Beach not the base of the Hoover Dam and will not see the Hoover Dam from the river. - We recommend you bring sunglasses, sunscreen, towels and hats - Valid Government ID is required to board the flight. ID must match the names on the ticket. It is a Federal crime to board an FAA Approved air carrier with a fraudulent ID - Physically challenged passengers must be accompanied by an able bodied person capable of lifting the physically challenged passenger 42 inches into the helicopter - Helicopter tours require a minimum number of passengers to operate each flight - This is a non-private helicopter flight and seats up to six (6) passengers ## Compared with other Grand Canyon Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #39 of 41** | €637 | 11h | 4.59 (268) | shared | | [Small Group Grand Canyon, Hoover Dam, 7 Magic Mountains VIP Tour](/usa/las-vegas/tours/small-group-grand-canyon-hoover-dam-7-magic-mountains-vip-tour/?format=md) | €155 | 12h | 4.97 (3329) | shared | | [2 Day: Grand Canyon, Antelope Canyon, Horseshoe Bend, Zion Tour](/usa/las-vegas/tours/2-day-grand-canyon-antelope-canyon-horseshoe-bend-zion-tour/?format=md) | €364 | 2 days | 4.98 (828) | shared | | [Small Group Grand Canyon West, Hoover Dam w/Breakfast & Wi-Fi](/usa/las-vegas/tours/small-group-grand-canyon-west-hoover-dam-w-breakfast-wi-fi/?format=md) | €189 | 11h | 4.96 (661) | shared | Ranked #39 of 41 in Grand Canyon Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €132 to €1817, median €455; typical length 10h. 5 of 41 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/usa/las-vegas/grand-canyon-tours-from-las-vegas/?format=md ## More in Las Vegas - All Las Vegas tours: https://guidekin.com/usa/las-vegas/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/usa/las-vegas/tours/grand-canyon-helicopter-tour-and-river-raft-or-emerald-cave-kayak/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/usa/las-vegas/?format=md