Take off on an extended aerial sightseeing tour of the North and South Rims of the Grand Canyon by helicopter. See areas of the canyon rarely accessed by tourists and get breathtaking views only possible from the seat of a helicopter.

Arrive at the Grand Canyon National Park Airport and settle into comfortable bucket seats in an Eco-Star EC130 helicopter, built with wide-angle window panes designed specifically for sightseeing. As you glide over the canyon rim, the bottom drops out and you can see 5,000 feet (1,524 m) down into the Little Colorado River, a landmark revered by the local Hopi Native Americans.

You'll also fly past Imperial Point, a rugged spire standing alone near the North Rim of the canyon. Since you're flying at the same altitude as the rim, it will seem like you can reach out and touch the canyon walls—an experience only a helicopter can provide. Here at the North Rim you'll discover far more robust vegetation and animal life than the drier South Rim, like the lush greenery of the Kaibab National Forest. You'll then head back to the South Rim via the Dragon Corridor, one of the most epic sections of the Grand Canyon.

You can enhance this incredible experience by upgrading your tour to include a 2-hour Hummer ground excursion. Your professional driver will transport you to multiple famous canyon lookout points aboard a customized, open-air Hummer vehicle, and can describe local landmarks and answer questions about the area. Passengers can climb out of the Hummer at each stop to explore the area and take photos. Experience the Grand Canyon South from the sky and from the edge when you embark on this memorable and scenic day trip.