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Vegas to GC West Rim Helicopter Tour with Black Canyon River Rafting

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Depart from Las Vegas on an exhilarating helicopter ride over the Mojave Desert, Colorado River and Grand Canyon West. Make the exhilarating 4,000 foot descent to the bottom of the Grand Canyon and enjoy 30 minutes of exploration before heading to the base of the Hoover Dam for a relaxing rafting trip down the Colorado River through Black Canyon. West Rim Helicopter Tour with Black Canyon River Rafting Highlights: Soar over the Hoover Dam, Lake Mead and the vast Mojave Desert as you make your way from Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon in a helicopter. Learn all about the region with inflight narration and snap photos from your breathtaking vantage point. As you approach the West Rim, catch incredible views of Guano Point, Eagle Point and the Skywalk before making the 4,000 foot descent to the bottom of the canyon. After exploring the canyon floor, head back to the terminal and board a coach to the base of the Hoover Dam. Next, embark on a smooth, 11-mile water float trip down the Colorado River through Black Canyon. Enjoy lunch and time for swimming before you head back to your hotel in Las Vegas. Why You Shouldn’t Miss This A two billion-year-old gorge eroded slowly by wind and water, the Grand Canyon is one of the world’s most impressive geological wonders. A helicopter tour is the perfect solution for those pressed on time - soak up breathtaking views from the sky and explore the canyon floor - all in one day! About Your West Rim Helicopter Tour with Black Canyon River Rafting Experience: Get picked up from your hotel and escorted to the airport where you’ll then board a luxury EC 130 helicopter. Experience a breathtaking flight over Lake Mead, the Hoover Dam, Mojave Desert and, finally, the enticing West Rim. Make the exhilarating 4,000 foot descent to the bottom of the Grand Canyon and enjoy 30 minutes of exploration time plus a light breakfast. Next, head back to the air terminal and hop on a shuttle bus to the base of the Hoover Dam. Embark on a smooth, 11-mile water float trip down the Colorado River through Black Canyon. Lunch will be provided on a private river beach with optional swimming. After a full day of activities, return to Las Vegas via motor coach.
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About Vegas to GC West Rim Helicopter Tour with Black Canyon River Rafting
About Vegas to GC West Rim Helicopter Tour with Black Canyon River Rafting
Depart from Las Vegas on an thrilling helicopter journey over the Mojave Desert, Colorado River, and Grand Canyon West Rim. Descend 4,000 feet to the bottom of the Grand Canyon for a 30-minute exploration, then head to the base of Hoover Dam for a relaxing raft trip along the Colorado River through Black Canyon.
Why Vegas to GC West Rim Helicopter Tour with Black Canyon River Rafting is a must
Fly over Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, and the vast Mojave Desert with in-flight narration and amazing photo opportunities. See breathtaking views of Guano Point, Eagle Point, and Skywalk before descending 4,000 feet to the bottom of the Grand Canyon. Raft 11 miles along the Colorado River through Black Canyon, with lunch and swimming at a private riverside beach. This valley, over 2 billion years old, is a geological marvel. This tour is perfect for those short on time but who want to experience aerial views and explore the canyon floor all in one day.
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Experience a luxurious EC 130 helicopter flight over Lake Mead, Hoover Dam, the Mojave Desert, and the West Rim. Descend 4,000 feet to the bottom of the Grand Canyon for a 30-minute exploration, including a light breakfast. Then, enjoy a smooth 11-mile raft trip along the Colorado River through Black Canyon. Have lunch at a private riverside beach with time for swimming.
How to get to Vegas to GC West Rim Helicopter Tour with Black Canyon River Rafting
Hotel pickup and drop-off are provided from your Las Vegas hotel to the airport for the helicopter flight. Return to Las Vegas by coach after a full day of activities.
Location of Vegas to GC West Rim Helicopter Tour with Black Canyon River Rafting
The journey starts from Las Vegas to Grand Canyon West Rim, Arizona, USA, and the Colorado River in Black Canyon, near the base of Hoover Dam.
Facilities at Vegas to GC West Rim Helicopter Tour with Black Canyon River Rafting
Luxury EC 130 helicopter, in-flight narration, light breakfast, lunch at a private beach, and coach transfers.
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This tour is ideal for those who wish to experience the stunning vistas of the Grand Canyon from both the air and the canyon floor, as well as enjoy a rafting activity on the Colorado River, all within a single day.