Most of this thread is about the South Rim... my West Rim journey was from Vegas. Travelling with relatives, we all enjoyed the day trip to experience the Grand Canyon by Land, Sea, and Air.
http://www.papillon.com/las-vegas-t...walk-tours/skywalk-getaway-with-heli-and-boat
Thoughts...
http://www.papillon.com/las-vegas-t...walk-tours/skywalk-getaway-with-heli-and-boat
Thoughts...
- The boat ride was about 10-20 minutes. Don't remember the exact time, give them a call for exact details. Some may feel it's too short. However, compared to trying to walk down to the canyon floor.... the short visit was perfect for us.
- they have never been in a helicopter, so it was a thrill.
- The Grand Canyon is big.... don't expect the helicopter or boat ride to go the full distance to the South Rim.
- the bus ride from Vegas was perhaps the weakest part of the trip. The mass group boardings felt like we were on a shuttle.