Grand Canyon South Rim Tours

Visit Grand Canyon National Park’s top sights on a day trip from Las Vegas with round-trip bus transport. Starting point: Las Vegas

• Everything you get: A full-day tour of Grand Canyon’s South Rim with entry to the Grand Canyon National Park, round-trip transportation from Las Vegas, and stops at viewpoints like Mather Point and Bright Angel Lodge, along with 3 hours to explore the canyon along the way.
• Sights covered: Grand Canyon National Park, Mather Point, Bright Angel Lodge, Bright Angel Trail
• Why choose this: Enjoy a comfortable, hassle-free day trip with expert commentary, smooth round-trip travel, and free time to explore stunning canyon views at your own pace—ideal for nature lovers and adventure seekers.
• Upgrades: Upgrade your tour to include a lunch or a guided walking tour from Mather Point to Bright Angel Lodge for a more immersive experience of the South Rim.

Inclusions #

• Admission to Grand Canyon National Park

• Round-trip bus transportation from Las Vegas

• Free time for self-exploration

• Box lunch (based on option selected)

• Walking guided tour from Mather Point to Bright Angel Lodge (based on option selected)

Exclusions #

• Gratuities

• Tickets to additional activities & experiences at the Grand Canyon National Park not included in your tour

What to bring

• Wear comfortable walking shoes and pack sunglasses, a hat, and sunscreen, as you’ll spend a lot of time outdoors exploring the canyon’s scenic viewpoints.

What's not allowed

• Keep in mind that suitcases, large luggage, and alcoholic beverages are not allowed on this experience.
• You cannot bring your pet along with you for this experience.

Additional information

• Arrive at your pick up location at least 15 minutes before your scheduled pick up time.
• Cell service may be spotty during some parts of your tour.
• Check the weather conditions for the day and dress accordingly.

Ride in a Hummer as your guide shares stories of Grand Canyon’s history, geology, & wildlife. Starting point: Buck Wild Hummer Tours (Grand Canyon National Park, South Rim)

• Everything you get: A 2-hour guided Hummer tour with stops at multiple iconic viewpoints around the South Rim, along with optional pick-ups from select hotels in Tusayan & Grand Canyon National Park.
• Sights covered: Mather Point, Yavapai Point, & Grandview Point, optional Grandview Trail & stop for sunset.
• Why choose this: Explore Grand Canyon in comfort, get expert insights, multiple photo stops, spot wildlife, & enjoy optional pick-ups from select hotels around Tusayan & Grand Canyon National Park.
• Upgrades: Upgrade to a sunset tour to watch the canyon glow in golden hues, or add an hour-long daytime hike on Grandview Trail to your experience.

Inclusions #

• 2-hour Hummer tour during the day or sunset (based on option selected)

• Expert English-speaking guide

• 1-hour below-the-rim hike on Grandview Trail (based on option selected)

• Optional hotel pick-ups from Tusayan and inside Grand Canyon National Park:

  • Bright Angel Lodge

  • Camper Village (Tusayan)

  • El Tovar Hotel

  • Grand Canyon Plaza Hotel

  • Grand Hotel

  • Holiday Inn Express

  • Kachina Lodge

  • Pickup in front of Thunderbird Lodge

  • Maswik Lodge

  • Mather Campground

  • Red Feather Lodge

  • Squire at Grand Canyon - A Holiday Inn Resort

  • Thunderbird Lodge

  • Trainer Village inside the Park

  • Visitor Center inside the Park

  • Yavapai Lodge

Exclusions #

• Gratuities

What to bring

• Bring along your government-issued photo ID for the tour.
• Carry cameras, phones, and selfie sticks for the photo-ops.
• Wear layered clothing from April to September and winter clothing from October to March for comfort in changing temperatures.

Accessibility

• This experience is wheelchair accessible (except for the Daytime Hummer Tour with Hiking Below the Rim tour option, which is not suitable for those with limited mobility).
• Your service animals are welcome.

Additional information

• You can choose to start your tour by directly meeting up at Buck Wild Hummer Tours, or choose a hotel pickup.
• Hotel pickup is available from locations within Grand Canyon National Park and Tusayan:
• Bright Angel Lodge, Camper Village (Tusayan), El Tovar Hotel, Grand Canyon Plaza Hotel, Grand Hotel, Holiday Inn Express, Kachina Lodge - Pickup in front of Thunderbird Lodge, Maswik Lodge, Mather Campground, Red Feather Lodge, Squire at Grand Canyon - A Holiday Inn Resort, Thunderbird Lodge, Trainer Village inside the Park. Visitor Center inside the Park, & Yavapai Lodge

What to bring

• Carry a valid government-issued ID with you for the tour.
• Wear layered clothing to adapt to changing temperatures. A light jacket or sweater can be useful, especially in the cooler air at higher altitudes.

Additional information

• Arrive at the Grand Canyon National Park Airport at least 30 minutes prior to your flight time.
• No-show reservations will be canceled if the passenger has not checked in at least 45 minutes before flight time.
• Those under 15 years of age cannot travel alone and must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 years or older.
• Passengers exceeding 299 lbs (135.91kg / 21.36 stone) in weight will be charged a fee for an additional comfort seat.
• In the event of an increased price of aviation fuel, a per-person fuel surcharge may apply.

Inclusions #

• 25-min standard or premium helicopter tour (as per option selected)

• 45-min premium helicopter tour (as per option selected)

• Headset communications or audio commentary in English, Chinese - Mandarin & Cantonese, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, & Spanish

• 2-hour daytime/sunset Hummer tour (as per option selected)

Take your time to soak in aerial views of the North & South Rims on a long helicopter tour. Starting point: Grand Canyon National Park South Rim Terminal

• Everything you get: An aerial tour of the Grand Canyon North & South Rims with multilingual narration on an EcoStar helicopter with oversized windows and theater-style seating.
• Sights covered: East Rim, North Rim, South Rim, Grand Canyon National Park, Kaibab Forest, Colorado River, Painted Desert, Desert View Watchtower, and the Dragon Corridor.
• Why choose this: This 45-min aerial tour is long enough for you to experience the gorgeous views of the Canyon, yet short enough to give you time to enjoy the rest of your day.
• Upgrades: Upgrade to add a 2-hour guided Hummer tour with stops at locations such as Yavapai Point, Moran Point, and Duck on a Rock, depending on the guide’s discretion.

Inclusions #

• 45-min helicopter tour of Grand Canyon North & South Rim

• Audio commentary in English, Chinese - Mandarin & Cantonese, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, and Spanish

• 2-hour Hummer tour (as per option selected)

Exclusions #

• Hotel transportation

What to bring

• Guests 18 years and older must bring a government-issued form of identification.
• Layered clothing is recommended from March - Sept, and winter clothing from Oct to mid-March. Sneakers or hiking boots are highly recommended.

What's not allowed

• Purses, backpacks, and other baggage are not permitted on the aircraft due to limited space.
• Use of 'selfie sticks' and extended camera poles is strictly prohibited in and around the aircraft.

Additional information

• Passengers weighing 300 pounds (136 kg) or more will be charged for an additional comfort seat.
• In the event of an increased price of aviation fuel, a per-person fuel surcharge may apply.
• Passengers under the age of 15 cannot travel alone and must be accompanied by a responsible adult aged 18 years or older.
• No-show reservations will be canceled if the passenger has not checked in at least 45 minutes before flight time.
• Tip: Space is limited on helicopters, so carry only essentials. A camera, sunglasses, and light clothing are key. Make sure your camera or phone is fully charged for the best photo opportunities!

What to bring

• All guests booked on a tour must have government-issued forms of identification.
• Wear layered clothing from March to September, and winter clothing should be worn from October to mid-March.
• Comfortable, sturdy, toe-covering shoes are a must to handle rough terrain. Sneakers or hiking boots are highly recommended.
• You may bring a bottle of water; however, the bottle is not allowed to be opened on the aircraft.

What's not allowed

• Passengers under the age of 15 cannot travel alone and must be accompanied by a responsible adult (18+ years of age).
• The use of ‘Selfie Sticks’ and extending camera poles is strictly prohibited in and around the aircraft.

Accessibility

• Facilities: Lift or boarding ramp, collapsible wheelchair accessibility.
• If using a motorized wheelchair, please notify staff if it operates with a wet or dry battery at the time of booking.

Additional information

• For comfort and weight/balance of the aircraft, passengers weighing 300 pounds or more will be required to purchase an additional seat. This is payable directly to the tour operator on the day of the tour.
• No-show reservations will be canceled if the passenger has not checked in at least 45 minutes before flight time.
• Tip: To fully enjoy this unique experience, choose an afternoon slot with a Hummer tour for amazing sunset views. The play of light on the canyon is truly magical.

Inclusions #

Airplane tour

• 45-min airplane tour of North and South Rim (as per option selected)

• Multilingual audio narration (Chinese - Mandarin & Cantonese, Dutch, English, French, German, Greek, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, and Russian)

Helicopter tour

• 45-min helicopter tour of North and South Rim (as per option selected)

• Multilingual audio narration (Chinese - Mandarin & Cantonese, Dutch, English, French, German, Greek, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, and Russian)

Hummer tour

• 2-hour Hummer tour (as per option selected)

• English narration