Las Vegas Fun: Take A Grand Canyon Skywalk Airplane Tour
The secret is out: Las Vegas airplane tours to the Skywalk Grand Canyon are the ultimate way to visit this fabulous landmark
. In addition to being fast and comfortable, these trips are very affordable.Planes depart from the Las Vegas area and complete the 120-mile trip to the West Rim in 20 minutes. There are two types of tours. The air-only one flies past the "glass bridge" and turns back. The other lands at Grand Canyon West, where you deplane and access the Skywalk.
Both flights include free shuttle service from all major Las Vegas Strip hotels. The all-inclusive landing trip comes with Skywalk tickets, BBQ lunch, and guided rim-top tour. From start to finish, these air tours are less than half a day - perfect for travelers who want a quick West Rim day trip.
Flights are conducted aboard a customized Vistaliner airplane. These are large, fixed-wing aircraft that seat up to 19 passengers. They're also been specially engineered to deliver a super smooth ride. Comfortably climate-controlled, the "V-Liner" features plush seats, lots of legroom, and over-sized windows that are perfect for picture taking.
These tours are safe. The airspace above the Grand Canyon is strictly regulated by the FAA. Two pilots, who must meet FAA requirements, man these aircraft. Moreover, the FAA requires all canyon sightseeing tours to operate under their rigid rules for charter air transportation flights.
On the way to the West Rim, airplane flights go over Lake Mead, the largest reservoir in the U.S., Hoover Dam, the new Mike O'Callaghan-Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge, a 900-year-old Joshua Tree forest, and the majestic Grand Cliffs Wash. In my opinion, these "bonus" sights make these airplane tours an irresistibly good deal.
Located on 9,000 acres of Hualapai tribal lands, the Skywalk is a remarkable feat of modern-day engineering. The cantilevered structure extends 70 feet past the edge of the canyon and suspends visitors 4,000 feet above the Colorado River. The deck is comprised of 46 glass panels that cost $250,000 each. The glass can chip so the Tribe has prohibited cameras and other personal electronics. The bridge was designed to hold 800 people at one time. Maximum occupancy, however, is 120.
Smart travelers know that the best price on Grand Canyon Skywalk airplane deals is on the Internet. I personally have purchased these air tours at up to 35 percent off retail. My most recent price hunt found the air-only package as low as $105 per person and the deluxe Skywalk package at $205. Prices change based on peak travel seasons. However, if you book in advance, which I strongly recommend, you can lock in very low rates.
Las Vegas air tours to the Skywalk are the ultimate way to enjoy the "glass bridge." Flights are cheap, quick, and flown on one of the most awesome sightseeing aircraft plying the skies today. These all-inclusive tours take between four to six hours to complete and feature everything you need to get to "do" Grand Canyon West. If you are looking for an extraordinary canyon trip, hop a plane. Smart travelers swear by it.
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