If you’re looking for an active, moderately strenuous hike on the Grand Canyon South Rim, this 5-hour, 3- to 6-mile (4.8- to 9.6-km) guided hike is just for you! On this naturalist-led, advanced hike, you’ll enjoy the stunning canyon scenery while your guide offers historical and geological interpretations of the landscape. Also included is an IMAX® Movie at the National Geographic Visitor Center where you will discover more of the Grand Canyon's history that would take more than a lifetime to learn.

This advanced hike on the Grand Canyon South Rim is an active and enriching excursion – great for those in good physical health who want to work their legs and stretch their minds as they explore below the canyon rim. As you traverse the trail and admire the beautiful scenery, your naturalist guide will lead you through geologic time and offer an abundance of interesting information about the Grand Canyon.

Interpretation of the natural, geological and historical character of the Grand Canyon will be the focus of your descent. During multiple stops, you will learn about the Grand Canyon and the unique attributes that make it one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Experience the tranquil beauty of the Grand Canyon as you make your way to your turnaround point, where you’ll enjoy a light snack before your guide leads you back to the rim. On the hike up, you’ll have multiple breaks to assure your comfort and listen to more commentary.

Your hike will range from 3 to 6 miles (4.8 to 9.6 km) depending on your group's abilities and interests. It will cover roughly 1,000 vertical feet (304 meter) down into the canyon, which makes for a more strenuous ascent back up to the canyon rim. The overall exertion level is classified as just below the ‘Somewhat Hard’ rating on the Borg Rating of Perceived Exertion (RPE) scale. On the scale’s range from six (No Exertion at All) to 20 (Maximum Exertion), ‘Somewhat Hard’ is at 13.

IMAX® Movie
In just over 30 minutes, move through time with the various people that have explored the Grand Canyon, from the mysterious Anasazi who inhabited the canyon 4,000 years ago to Major John Wesley Powell who challenged the unexplored canyon and raging Colorado River in 1869. Experience the Grand Canyon on the big screen to complement what you've already seen on foot!
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If you’re looking for an active, moderately strenuous hike on the Grand Canyon South Rim, this 5-hour, 3- to 6-mile (4.8- to 9.6-km) guided hike is just for you! On this naturalist-led, advanced hike, you’ll enjoy the stunning canyon scenery while your guide offers historical and geological interpretations of the landscape. Also included is an IMAX® Movie at the National Geographic Visitor Center where you will discover more of the Grand Canyon's history that would take more than a lifetime to learn.

This advanced hike on the Grand Canyon South Rim is an active and enriching excursion – great for those in good physical health who want to work their legs and stretch their minds as they explore below the canyon rim. As you traverse the trail and admire the beautiful scenery, your naturalist guide will lead you through geologic time and offer an abundance of interesting information about the Grand Canyon.

Interpretation of the natural, geological and historical character of the Grand Canyon will be the focus of your descent. During multiple stops, you will learn about the Grand Canyon and the unique attributes that make it one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Experience the tranquil beauty of the Grand Canyon as you make your way to your turnaround point, where you’ll enjoy a light snack before your guide leads you back to the rim. On the hike up, you’ll have multiple breaks to assure your comfort and listen to more commentary.

Your hike will range from 3 to 6 miles (4.8 to 9.6 km) depending on your group's abilities and interests. It will cover roughly 1,000 vertical feet (304 meter) down into the canyon, which makes for a more strenuous ascent back up to the canyon rim. The overall exertion level is classified as just below the ‘Somewhat Hard’ rating on the Borg Rating of Perceived Exertion (RPE) scale. On the scale’s range from six (No Exertion at All) to 20 (Maximum Exertion), ‘Somewhat Hard’ is at 13.

IMAX® Movie
In just over 30 minutes, move through time with the various people that have explored the Grand Canyon, from the mysterious Anasazi who inhabited the canyon 4,000 years ago to Major John Wesley Powell who challenged the unexplored canyon and raging Colorado River in 1869. Experience the Grand Canyon on the big screen to complement what you've already seen on foot!

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Your tour beings at the Grand Canyon airport in Tusayan, Arizona. Fly over the ponderosa pines of Kaibab National Forest on a 45-minute helicopter excursion from the Grand Canyon South Rim. Upstream on the Colorado River are views of the Painted Desert and Desert View Watchtower. View Marble Canyon and Point Imperial as you fly through the Canyon and climb above the North Rim to head south through the Dragon Corridor, the Canyon’s widest and deepest section.

You will depart Tusayan, Arizona located in the South Rim of the Grand Canyon on the safest and most comfortable-tourism based helicopter in the world. On your 45-minute helicopter flight, enjoy the luxurious comfort and wraparound windows which offer breathtaking views of the Canyon.

Enjoy the fantastic views of the Canyon as you fly over the 1.6 million-acre (6,500 km²) Kaibab National Forest, which borders both the north and south rims of the Grand Canyon. The Kaibab National Forest is home to the world’s largest ponderosa pines.

Upon reaching the edge of the canyon, the South Rim gently drops away as the North Rim and east end of the canyon come into view – this is definitely one of the greatest views of the Grand Canyon.

You will continue your journey as you follow the Colorado River upstream viewing at a distance the 146-square mile Painted Desert and the 70-foot (21-meter) Desert View Watchtower, a National Historic Landmark. The Desert View Watchtower features an observation deck from which visitors to the national park can view eastern portions of the Grand Canyon.

Next, view Marble Canyon, the section of the Colorado River which marks the beginning of the Grand Canyon, and Point Imperial, the highest point on the North Rim at 8,803 feet (2,683 meters). Point Imperial overlooks the Painted Desert and the eastern end of Grand Canyon. You will fly through the Canyon above the North Rim heading south through the Dragon Corridor, the widest and deepest section of the Canyon.

At the end of your helicopter flight, you will cross over the Colorado River and fly over the South Rim and the Kaibab National Forest to land.  ... More info ›

Your tour beings at the Grand Canyon airport in Tusayan, Arizona. Fly over the ponderosa pines of Kaibab National Forest on a 45-minute helicopter excursion from the Grand Canyon South Rim. Upstream on the Colorado River are views of the Painted Desert and Desert View Watchtower. View Marble Canyon and Point Imperial as you fly through the Canyon and climb above the North Rim to head south through the Dragon Corridor, the Canyon’s widest and deepest section.

You will depart Tusayan, Arizona located in the South Rim of the Grand Canyon on the safest and most comfortable-tourism based helicopter in the world. On your 45-minute helicopter flight, enjoy the luxurious comfort and wraparound windows which offer breathtaking views of the Canyon.

Enjoy the fantastic views of the Canyon as you fly over the 1.6 million-acre (6,500 km²) Kaibab National Forest, which borders both the north and south rims of the Grand Canyon. The Kaibab National Forest is home to the world’s largest ponderosa pines.

Upon reaching the edge of the canyon, the South Rim gently drops away as the North Rim and east end of the canyon come into view – this is definitely one of the greatest views of the Grand Canyon.

You will continue your journey as you follow the Colorado River upstream viewing at a distance the 146-square mile Painted Desert and the 70-foot (21-meter) Desert View Watchtower, a National Historic Landmark. The Desert View Watchtower features an observation deck from which visitors to the national park can view eastern portions of the Grand Canyon.

Next, view Marble Canyon, the section of the Colorado River which marks the beginning of the Grand Canyon, and Point Imperial, the highest point on the North Rim at 8,803 feet (2,683 meters). Point Imperial overlooks the Painted Desert and the eastern end of Grand Canyon. You will fly through the Canyon above the North Rim heading south through the Dragon Corridor, the widest and deepest section of the Canyon.

At the end of your helicopter flight, you will cross over the Colorado River and fly over the South Rim and the Kaibab National Forest to land. 

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Depart from the Grand Canyon airport in Tusayan, Arizona for an exhilarating 25-minute scenic flight out of the South Rim of the Grand Canyon over the Kaibab National Forest. Aboard the state-of-the-art ECO-Star helicopter, enjoy breathtaking views through wraparound windows as you fly over the mighty Colorado River towards the Canyon’s North Rim. See the Tower of Ra and Vishnu Schist as you fly back through the Dragon Corridor, the widest and deepest section of the Grand Canyon.

You will depart from Tusayan, Arizona located at the South Rim of the Grand Canyon on the safest and most comfortable tourism-based helicopter in the world. On your 25-minute helicopter flight, enjoy the luxurious comfort and wraparound windows which offers breathtaking views of the Canyon.

You will first fly over the 1.6 million-acre (6,500 km²) Kaibab National Forest, which borders both the north and south rims of the Grand Canyon. The Kaibab National Forest is home to the world’s largest ponderosa pines.

Fly north through the Dragon Corridor, the widest and deepest section of the Grand Canyon, and over the mighty Colorado River towards the North Rim of the Canyon, which offers a breathtaking scenic Grand Canyon experience. The North Rim forms the edge of the Kaibab Plateau, reaching 9,241 feet (2,817 meters) above sea level.

In the North Rim, view the Tower of Ra, a mountain pillar in Coconino County at 6,020 feet (1,835 meters) above sea level. You will also see Vishnu Schist, the oldest rock unit in the Grand Canyon. After seeing the Tower of Ra and the Vishnu Schist, you will fly back through the Dragon Corridor.
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Depart from the Grand Canyon airport in Tusayan, Arizona for an exhilarating 25-minute scenic flight out of the South Rim of the Grand Canyon over the Kaibab National Forest. Aboard the state-of-the-art ECO-Star helicopter, enjoy breathtaking views through wraparound windows as you fly over the mighty Colorado River towards the Canyon’s North Rim. See the Tower of Ra and Vishnu Schist as you fly back through the Dragon Corridor, the widest and deepest section of the Grand Canyon.

You will depart from Tusayan, Arizona located at the South Rim of the Grand Canyon on the safest and most comfortable tourism-based helicopter in the world. On your 25-minute helicopter flight, enjoy the luxurious comfort and wraparound windows which offers breathtaking views of the Canyon.

You will first fly over the 1.6 million-acre (6,500 km²) Kaibab National Forest, which borders both the north and south rims of the Grand Canyon. The Kaibab National Forest is home to the world’s largest ponderosa pines.

Fly north through the Dragon Corridor, the widest and deepest section of the Grand Canyon, and over the mighty Colorado River towards the North Rim of the Canyon, which offers a breathtaking scenic Grand Canyon experience. The North Rim forms the edge of the Kaibab Plateau, reaching 9,241 feet (2,817 meters) above sea level.

In the North Rim, view the Tower of Ra, a mountain pillar in Coconino County at 6,020 feet (1,835 meters) above sea level. You will also see Vishnu Schist, the oldest rock unit in the Grand Canyon. After seeing the Tower of Ra and the Vishnu Schist, you will fly back through the Dragon Corridor.

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The larger-than-life Grand Canyon IMAX® experience brings the Grand Canyon to life on a giant six-story screen. The Grand Canyon movie traces the canyon’s history and, with 12,000 watts of floor-shaking digital surround sound, makes you feel like you’re inside the canyon itself.

In just 34 minutes of air-conditioned comfort at the National Geographic Visitor Center, you will discover a Grand Canyon that would normally take a lifetime to experience. The Grand Canyon IMAX movie opens with the beginning of man’s fragile kinship with the twisting 277-mile (455-km) Grand Canyon. It then takes you through time, showing you glimpses of human history.

From the mysterious Anasazi who inhabited the canyon 4,000 years ago to Major John Wesley Powell who challenged the unexplored canyon and the raging Colorado River in 1869, the movie opens your eyes to a Grand Canyon that most don’t know.

The movie ends by flying like a condor over the rim and into the canyon, getting drenched by the power of the Colorado River. Without ever leaving your seat, you’ll live the history and mystery of one of the most storied natural wonders in the world.  

Your IMAX experience also includes one of the following light meals and drinks:
•    Pizza Hut® Personal Pan Pizza  (cheese, pepperoni, supreme or Veggie Lovers)
•    Fresh deli sandwich:  turkey & cheese or ham & cheese
•    Asian rice bowl: teriyaki chicken, spicy chicken or orange chicken
•    Hot dog & chips
•    Drinks:  soda, pink lemonade, fruit punch, iced tea or coffee
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The larger-than-life Grand Canyon IMAX® experience brings the Grand Canyon to life on a giant six-story screen. The Grand Canyon movie traces the canyon’s history and, with 12,000 watts of floor-shaking digital surround sound, makes you feel like you’re inside the canyon itself.

In just 34 minutes of air-conditioned comfort at the National Geographic Visitor Center, you will discover a Grand Canyon that would normally take a lifetime to experience. The Grand Canyon IMAX movie opens with the beginning of man’s fragile kinship with the twisting 277-mile (455-km) Grand Canyon. It then takes you through time, showing you glimpses of human history.

From the mysterious Anasazi who inhabited the canyon 4,000 years ago to Major John Wesley Powell who challenged the unexplored canyon and the raging Colorado River in 1869, the movie opens your eyes to a Grand Canyon that most don’t know.

The movie ends by flying like a condor over the rim and into the canyon, getting drenched by the power of the Colorado River. Without ever leaving your seat, you’ll live the history and mystery of one of the most storied natural wonders in the world.  

Your IMAX experience also includes one of the following light meals and drinks:
•    Pizza Hut® Personal Pan Pizza  (cheese, pepperoni, supreme or Veggie Lovers)
•    Fresh deli sandwich:  turkey & cheese or ham & cheese
•    Asian rice bowl: teriyaki chicken, spicy chicken or orange chicken
•    Hot dog & chips
•    Drinks:  soda, pink lemonade, fruit punch, iced tea or coffee

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Choose from two great hikes on the Grand Canyon South Rim. The Best of the Canyon hiking tour is great for Grand Canyon first-timers; there are stops at many of the notable vantage points. The Sunset Grand Canyon hike is a shorter version of the first hike and a great choice if you're looking to capture incredible photos of the canyon at sunset. Also included is an IMAX® Movie at the National Geographic Visitor Center where you will discover more of the Grand Canyon's history that would take more than a lifetime to learn.

Best of the Grand Canyon Hike:
This hike is the perfect introduction to the Grand Canyon and combines both driving and walking, allowing you to experience the canyon from different vantage points. During the four-hour tour, you'll visit various places along the South Rim, including several scenic vistas and sites of historical significance to both the native people and early Grand Canyon explorers. Stops in the Grand Canyon Village include the Bright Angel Lodge and history room, Kolb and Lookout Studios, pictographs along the Bright Angel Trail, Grandview Point, the Tusayan Ruins, Shoshone Point, and the Desert View Watchtower.Throughout your hike, your naturalist guide will offer interpretation of the canyon's natural and cultural history and geology, as well as the current issues facing this unique and magical landscape.

Sunset Grand Canyon Hike:
This hike offers you the opportunity to experience the Grand Canyon at its most breathtaking – at twilight. Capture the wonders of the Grand Canyon during the sunset hours, when the light is optimal for taking photos. This hike is also a good option if you’d prefer a shorter hike, as it’s only three hours. Highlights of this hike include a stop at Yavapai Observation Station or Grand View Point (or both), and will culminate with a sunset-viewing at the beautiful Desert View Watchtower. Interpretation of the natural surroundings and associated cultural and geological history will be provided by your naturalist guide.

IMAX® Movie
In just over 30 minutes, move through time with the various people that have explored the Grand Canyon, from the mysterious Anasazi who inhabited the canyon 4,000 years ago to Major John Wesley Powell who challenged the unexplored canyon and raging Colorado River in 1869. Experience the Grand Canyon on the big screen to complement what you've already seen on foot! ... More info ›

Choose from two great hikes on the Grand Canyon South Rim. The Best of the Canyon hiking tour is great for Grand Canyon first-timers; there are stops at many of the notable vantage points. The Sunset Grand Canyon hike is a shorter version of the first hike and a great choice if you're looking to capture incredible photos of the canyon at sunset. Also included is an IMAX® Movie at the National Geographic Visitor Center where you will discover more of the Grand Canyon's history that would take more than a lifetime to learn.

Best of the Grand Canyon Hike:
This hike is the perfect introduction to the Grand Canyon and combines both driving and walking, allowing you to experience the canyon from different vantage points. During the four-hour tour, you'll visit various places along the South Rim, including several scenic vistas and sites of historical significance to both the native people and early Grand Canyon explorers. Stops in the Grand Canyon Village include the Bright Angel Lodge and history room, Kolb and Lookout Studios, pictographs along the Bright Angel Trail, Grandview Point, the Tusayan Ruins, Shoshone Point, and the Desert View Watchtower.Throughout your hike, your naturalist guide will offer interpretation of the canyon's natural and cultural history and geology, as well as the current issues facing this unique and magical landscape.

Sunset Grand Canyon Hike:
This hike offers you the opportunity to experience the Grand Canyon at its most breathtaking – at twilight. Capture the wonders of the Grand Canyon during the sunset hours, when the light is optimal for taking photos. This hike is also a good option if you’d prefer a shorter hike, as it’s only three hours. Highlights of this hike include a stop at Yavapai Observation Station or Grand View Point (or both), and will culminate with a sunset-viewing at the beautiful Desert View Watchtower. Interpretation of the natural surroundings and associated cultural and geological history will be provided by your naturalist guide.

IMAX® Movie
In just over 30 minutes, move through time with the various people that have explored the Grand Canyon, from the mysterious Anasazi who inhabited the canyon 4,000 years ago to Major John Wesley Powell who challenged the unexplored canyon and raging Colorado River in 1869. Experience the Grand Canyon on the big screen to complement what you've already seen on foot!

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