Spring break is the time of year when you should really do something special. If you've been looking for the perfect getaway, you won't find any place better than the Grand Canyon. Airplane tours operate from Las Vegas and run every day of the Spring Break holiday season. Find out what's available, and plan the tour of a lifetime.
Vegas Airplane Tours
All flights from Vegas go over Lake Mead and Hoover Dam on the way to the Canyon. Pick from trips that soar over the National Park or ones that land on top of the rim. All-air tours are the most affordable, but, personally, I prefer the landing tours because you get a much more intense Canyon experience.
You can add on different upgrades, for instance you can purchase a helicopter flight that takes you down to the Canyon floor. That is one of the more popular tours because it is so much fun. Once you're on the bottom of the Canyon, you can enjoy a picnic or take a boat tour of the Canyon along the Colorado River.
Skywalk at the West Rim
If you take a tour to the West Rim, you'll want to visit the Skywalk. The Skywalk is a huge glass viewing platform that extends past the edge of the Canyon wall. It will allow you to stand 4000ft above the Canyon, looking straight down and all around at the sights. There are no cameras allowed on the platform, for safety reasons, but there are professional photographers on site who can capture your moment forever.
South Rim Tours
You may want to take an airplane tour of the South Rim instead. They fly from Vegas to Tusayan, Arizona near the South Rim. These tours take an epic 50 minute route over the National Park, covering the South Rim, North Rim, and eastern boundary. While you can't land at the South Rim, you can add a ground tour onto your package if you want.
One of these, is a 2.5 hour bus tour around the local sights. If you crave even more adventure, there's also a 4x4 Jeep ride that takes you to locations that aren't easily accessible from a touring bus.
Why Choose Airplanes?
Airplanes are the prime choice for budget conscious travelers, because they're more affordable than helicopters. Another advantage of taking an airplane tour is that you can travel in a large group. Airplane tours can seat 19 passengers, and there is commentary available for all passengers, in up to 10 different languages. Request any special commentary before your flight, to make sure that it is available on the day.
These airplanes are deHavilland Twin Otters and they are totally customized for sightseeing. For example, the wings are affixed to the top of the body so you can see everything beneath you via the aircraft's oversized windows.
Grand Canyon Climate
The West Rim is close to Vegas, and the weather mirrors what's happening in the city. So if you're dressed appropriately for the weather in Vegas, you should be fine at the West Rim. If you're traveling to the South Rim, and you will be departing the airplane, make sure that you bring a warm sweater, with some lighter clothing on underneath. The temperatures can be chilly at the South Rim in the spring, so you want to make sure you'll be warm on your Jeep or bus tour.
In Sum
These tours are very popular, so book your tour early. Spring Break is a popular time to tour the Canyon, so you should plan to book your tour about two weeks ahead of time. You can book even earlier to be safe, and the most convenient way to buy your tour is to do it online with your credit card so you lock in your seats and get the best price.
You'll find lots of packages to suit your needs and budget. If you are starting from Vegas, you can visit both rims. If you are doing this from Tusayan, AZ, South Rim, you're go to flight is the 50-minute trip that lets you see up to 75 percent of the Park. So I hope you go for it as these are flights you'll remember for a lifetime.
Vegas Airplane Tours
All flights from Vegas go over Lake Mead and Hoover Dam on the way to the Canyon. Pick from trips that soar over the National Park or ones that land on top of the rim. All-air tours are the most affordable, but, personally, I prefer the landing tours because you get a much more intense Canyon experience.
You can add on different upgrades, for instance you can purchase a helicopter flight that takes you down to the Canyon floor. That is one of the more popular tours because it is so much fun. Once you're on the bottom of the Canyon, you can enjoy a picnic or take a boat tour of the Canyon along the Colorado River.
Skywalk at the West Rim
If you take a tour to the West Rim, you'll want to visit the Skywalk. The Skywalk is a huge glass viewing platform that extends past the edge of the Canyon wall. It will allow you to stand 4000ft above the Canyon, looking straight down and all around at the sights. There are no cameras allowed on the platform, for safety reasons, but there are professional photographers on site who can capture your moment forever.
South Rim Tours
You may want to take an airplane tour of the South Rim instead. They fly from Vegas to Tusayan, Arizona near the South Rim. These tours take an epic 50 minute route over the National Park, covering the South Rim, North Rim, and eastern boundary. While you can't land at the South Rim, you can add a ground tour onto your package if you want.
One of these, is a 2.5 hour bus tour around the local sights. If you crave even more adventure, there's also a 4x4 Jeep ride that takes you to locations that aren't easily accessible from a touring bus.
Why Choose Airplanes?
Airplanes are the prime choice for budget conscious travelers, because they're more affordable than helicopters. Another advantage of taking an airplane tour is that you can travel in a large group. Airplane tours can seat 19 passengers, and there is commentary available for all passengers, in up to 10 different languages. Request any special commentary before your flight, to make sure that it is available on the day.
These airplanes are deHavilland Twin Otters and they are totally customized for sightseeing. For example, the wings are affixed to the top of the body so you can see everything beneath you via the aircraft's oversized windows.
Grand Canyon Climate
The West Rim is close to Vegas, and the weather mirrors what's happening in the city. So if you're dressed appropriately for the weather in Vegas, you should be fine at the West Rim. If you're traveling to the South Rim, and you will be departing the airplane, make sure that you bring a warm sweater, with some lighter clothing on underneath. The temperatures can be chilly at the South Rim in the spring, so you want to make sure you'll be warm on your Jeep or bus tour.
In Sum
These tours are very popular, so book your tour early. Spring Break is a popular time to tour the Canyon, so you should plan to book your tour about two weeks ahead of time. You can book even earlier to be safe, and the most convenient way to buy your tour is to do it online with your credit card so you lock in your seats and get the best price.
You'll find lots of packages to suit your needs and budget. If you are starting from Vegas, you can visit both rims. If you are doing this from Tusayan, AZ, South Rim, you're go to flight is the 50-minute trip that lets you see up to 75 percent of the Park. So I hope you go for it as these are flights you'll remember for a lifetime.
About the Author:
Expert author Ione Mahler recommends readers go here for a list of all Grand Canyon tours and here for the best Canyon airplane rides at low Internet discount prices: http://www.grandcanyondaytrips.com/best-airplane-tours/
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