Hey it's Keith Kravitz and this is Helicopter Weekend Update!
Folks, it's getting hot our here. This was the first week where the heat fired up. No big deal. That's the desert for you. Just come prepared and stay hydrated. Relatedly, try to get a seat on these departure times. And try to limit yourself at
the Vegas buffets the day before you fly as there are weight surcharges (this does not apply to South Rim tours).
Now let's proceed...
Type of Tour
There are two kinds of helicopter tours: Air-only and landing. Unsure which is best for you? Read this article...
Sunset Tours
As good as that sounds, there's something you need to be aware of: Flights are selling out. In particular, the sunset bottom landing picnic tour from Las Vegas. This one is "unavailable" weeks in advance. If you are serious about booking it, you need to buy it three weeks ahead of time. Click here to see if it's available...
Skywalk
This Skywalk helicopter tour is simply bustling and the reviews I've been getting are super positive. The only caveat about this tour is when to do it. I always recommend in the a.m. (if there are seats left!) because the West Rim is hot and to really take it all in you want to be mobile so please consider this. Final note: No, you can't take pictures while on the Skywalk. I hate this condition.
But that's how it is. Fortunately, there are photographers who will take your picture for you.
Air-Only (No Landing)
Everything I've read tells me the American economy is strong. I'll take it. Ironically, I've been getting a ton of people asking for the cheapest tour available. They must be spending more in Vegas on food, drink and gaming than on attractions. Hey, whatever floats your boat. In this situation, I recommend taking the air-only flight. It's the cheapest option but, man, you get to see a lot of stuff. Go here for more
info on this tour...
Champagne Picnic
The #1 most popular tour is still the bottom-landing Champagne Picnic tour. I've been waiting for another tour to de-throne it but clearly that's not going to happen. What makes it so popular? Value! This tour combines flying over Lake Mead, Hoover Dam and the Colorado River w/ a bottom-landing. Moreover, the tour is only available from Las Vegas and going below the rim can only happen at the West Rim. I definitely recommend you try it...
South Rim: Helicopter or Airplane?
NEED A TOUR?
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*From Las Vegas or South Rim?
*Day and month you want to do a tour
*The kind of tour you want
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Have a great day!
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