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DISCOVER GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK

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GRAND CANYON TOURS FOR EVERY TASTE

Get an added sense of perspective on the Grand Canyon’s history, and the plants and animals that make this such a special place. There are Grand Canyon tours for visitors of all stripes and each of them are great ways to see one of the wonders of the natural world up close.

How would you like to tour the Grand Canyon? Take your pick.

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A person wearing a backpack stands at a railing, overlooking the vast, layered rock formations of the Grand Canyon's South Rim under a clear blue sky.

Walk the Grand Canyon’s South Rim

Take in the beauty of the Grand Canyon at your own pace by walking the trail along the Canyon rim. Some portions of it are paved, while others are not. Some sections of the trail are part of a paved greenway, which is great if you want to bike as well.

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The Desert View Watchtower at Grand Canyon National Park

Self-Guided Desert View Activities

Embrace the Grand Canyon’s rich Native American culture with a trip to Desert View.

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A starry night sky over the Grand Canyon with a visible shooting star and the silhouette of the canyon edges.

Night Sky Talks

Calling all stargazers! Interested in seeing Jupiter and Mars under a cluster of stars? Join us for our free night sky events where you can view the pitch-black sky through telescopes and ask our hosts questions about the universe.

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GRAND RIM ADVENTURES

  • Papillon helicopter tours at the Grand CanyonVast forest leading to the distant cliffs of the Grand Canyon under a blue sky with wispy clouds.A red Papillon helicopter takes off from a helipad in a forested area.
    Papillon helicopter tours at the Grand CanyonVast forest leading to the distant cliffs of the Grand Canyon under a blue sky with wispy clouds.A red Papillon helicopter takes off from a helipad in a forested area.

    Grand Canyon Helicopter Tours

    Papillon Grand Canyon Helicopters is the largest and most experienced Grand Canyon helicopter tour company in the world. The company has been flying guests on daily tours since 1965.

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  • Group of people on a Grand Canyon River Adventures Rafting Tour pontoon boat, one standing and taking photographs of the surroundings, in a tree-lined waterway.A beam of sunlight entering a canyon in Grand Canyon National Park, illuminating the smooth sandstone walls and sandy floor with warm, orange hues.An airplane carrying passengers over the Grand Canyon.The Colorado River flowing through a deep canyon in Grand Canyon National Park with towering red rock cliffs under a clear blue sky.
    Group of people on a Grand Canyon River Adventures Rafting Tour pontoon boat, one standing and taking photographs of the surroundings, in a tree-lined waterway.A beam of sunlight entering a canyon in Grand Canyon National Park, illuminating the smooth sandstone walls and sandy floor with warm, orange hues.An airplane carrying passengers over the Grand Canyon.The Colorado River flowing through a deep canyon in Grand Canyon National Park with towering red rock cliffs under a clear blue sky.

    Canyon and River Adventures Rafting Tour

    Experience the Grand Canyon from new perspectives on this thrilling Canyon and River Adventures Rafting Tour! Fly from the South Rim for aerial views of the East Rim and land in Page, Arizona. Explore the wonders of Lower Antelope Canyon with a Navajo guide. Then, go on a scenic 18-mile Colorado River rafting adventure through Glen Canyon, including a stop to view ancient petroglyphs. Operates April-September.

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  • Two brown Grand Canyon Coach tour buses parked side by side on a sunny day with a rocky, mountainous landscape in the background.A group of people enjoying a boat ride on a river in Grand Canyon National Park with towering red cliffs in the background.A scenic view of a river flowing through Grand Canyon National Park with towering red rock cliffs and lush greenery under a partly cloudy sky.A group of people enjoying a Grand Canyon River Trip on a sunny day, with some standing and waving, surrounded by lush greenery on the riverbank.
    Two brown Grand Canyon Coach tour buses parked side by side on a sunny day with a rocky, mountainous landscape in the background.A group of people enjoying a boat ride on a river in Grand Canyon National Park with towering red cliffs in the background.A scenic view of a river flowing through Grand Canyon National Park with towering red rock cliffs and lush greenery under a partly cloudy sky.A group of people enjoying a Grand Canyon River Trip on a sunny day, with some standing and waving, surrounded by lush greenery on the riverbank.

    Grand Canyon Coach and River Trip

    This Grand Canyon Coach and River Trip whisks you on a scenic journey along the East Rim to Page, AZ. From there, start a relaxing 18-mile float trip down the Colorado River through Glen Canyon, passing the iconic Horseshoe Bend. Operates April – September.

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  • A panoramic view of the Grand Canyon showcasing deep gorges with layered red rock under a cloudy sky.

    Grand Canyon Bus Tours

    Take the stress out of navigating park roads! Experience a guided interpretive tour with a trained driver-guide. Hop on a bus, get comfortable, relax and enjoy stunning views of Hermits Rest and/or Desert View. Wheelchair-accessible coaches are available prior to arrangement.

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  • Two people with helmets beside a bicycle stand outside of the Grand Canyon Bike Tours rental return facility on a sunny day.A woman and a young boy, both wearing helmets, stand next to bicycles, smiling at each other in a sunny park.A smiling adult assists a young child riding a bicycle through a wooded park area on a sunny day.
    Two people with helmets beside a bicycle stand outside of the Grand Canyon Bike Tours rental return facility on a sunny day.A woman and a young boy, both wearing helmets, stand next to bicycles, smiling at each other in a sunny park.A smiling adult assists a young child riding a bicycle through a wooded park area on a sunny day.

    Grand Canyon Bike Tours

    Take in the Grand Canyon at a slower pace and enjoy several scenic routes that are inaccessible by car. Cruise the awesome trails on the South Rim by bicycle.

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  • Grand Canyon mule rides

    Grand Canyon Mule Rides

    Take a memorable mule trip around the Grand Canyon, a time-honored sightseeing method. Offered on both the North and South Rims.

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  • A woman with a backpack drinks water while looking out over the Grand Canyon on a sunny day.A woman and a young boy sitting on a rock ledge overlooking the Grand Canyon, enjoying the view on a sunny day.
    A woman with a backpack drinks water while looking out over the Grand Canyon on a sunny day.A woman and a young boy sitting on a rock ledge overlooking the Grand Canyon, enjoying the view on a sunny day.

    Grand Canyon Guided Hikes

    Take a guided day hike/walk led by park rangers on the North and South Rims. These tours are free and require no advanced sign-up.

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  • Rugged red Grand Canyon walls lining a tranquil river, with scattered boulders and a brisk water flow under a cloudy sky.

    Grand Canyon Whitewater Rafting

    Chase thrills as you white-water raft through the Canyon! These trips last from three days to three weeks and require advance reservations.

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  • Vast forest leading to the distant cliffs of the Grand Canyon under a blue sky with wispy clouds.

    Grand Canyon Air Tours

    View the South Rim of the Grand Canyon from high up above! All scenic air tours are based outside of Grand Canyon National Park.

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    Grand Canyon Jeep Tours

    Explore the Grand Canyon in style! Tour in a pink Jeep with an expert tour guide. You’ll get more out of your Canyon experience in the shortest amount of time.

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  • A woman and a young boy looking out the window of a Buck Wild Hummer Tours vehicle, surrounded by a forest landscape.

    Buck Wild Hummer Tours

    Embark on an exhilarating Hummer adventure through the Grand Canyon’s awe-inspiring landscapes, suitable for families, friends, and thrill-seekers alike!

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WALK THE GRAND CANYON’S SOUTH RIM

  • A woman stands at the edge of the Grand Canyon, observing a vibrant sunset over the layered rock formations.

    Walk to the South Rim From Yavapai Lodge

    You can walk up the Greenway Trail directly from Yavapai Lodge to the Visitor Center, then pick up the Rim Trail. Another way to get to the Rim Trail is to use the trail that begins behind park headquarters. It brings you to a point on the rim that’s roughly halfway between Yavapai Point and Verkamp’s Visitor Center.

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  • Two women standing by a railing, overlooking the South Rim at the Grand Canyon.

    Walk to the South Rim From Trailer Village® RV Park

    Take the Greenway path system to the Visitor Center, then pick up the Rim Trail.

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SELF-GUIDED DESERT VIEW ACTIVITIES

  • The stone Desert View Watchtower with windows.

    Explore Desert View Watchtower

    Designed by architect Mary Colter as an homage to the watchtowers built by the region’s ancestral Puebloan people, the Desert View Watchtower offers a commanding view of the Canyon. It also features murals painted by Hopi artist Fred Kabotie.

  • Interior of a Pueblo Indian kiva with traditional murals and symbols on the curved wall, lit through small windows.

    Tour Tusayan Museum and Ruins

    Three miles west of Desert View, the Tusayan Museum provides a rare window into the lives and culture of the Pueblo Native Americans, who lived in the area more than 800 years ago. Browse exhibits that feature pottery, arrowheads and household items. Take a walk amid the juniper and pines through the Tusayan Ruins, to get a true sense of perspective on how the ancient Puebloans lived in harmony with nature.

NIGHT SKY TALKS

  • The night sky filled with stars and the milky way visible above silhouetted pine trees.

    Night Sky Talks

    Join us for our FREE night sky events where you can view the Dark Sky through telescopes and ask our hosts questions about the stars. Each event includes a talk about the James Webb Space Telescope in the Yavapai Atrium, followed by a star-viewing party at the Market Plaza parking lot.

    Upcoming Night Sky talks are scheduled for the following dates:

    • Monday, January 6: Talk at 5pm, Star Party at 6pm
    • Saturday, February 1: Talk at 6pm, Star Party at 7pm
    • Tuesday, March 4: Talk at 6:30pm, Star Party at 7:30pm
    • Tuesday, April 1: Talk at 7pm, Star Party at 8pm
    • Thursday, May 1: Talk at 7pm, Star Party at 8pm
    • Monday, June 2: Talk at 7pm, Star Party at 8pm
  • Astronomer Mary Lara outdoors on a sunny day, with blurred people in the background.

    Our Guest Astronomers

    Mary Lara
    NASA Solar System Ambassador, Mary Lara is a retired elementary school teacher. She works part-time as coordinator of the American Indian Movement Educational Resources (AIMER) program for the NAU/NASA Space Grant.

    Ed Anderson
    Astronomer Ed Anderson manages the campus observatory and research computing systems at the Department of Astronomy & Planetary Science at Northern Arizona University. He is also a staff astronomer for the National Undergraduate Research Observatory (NURO).

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ

This is the southern edge of the Grand Canyon, open year round as opposed to the seasonal North Rim, with the most iconic views including the historic Grand Canyon Village.

The west rim is home to the Skywalk and the Hualapai Tribe. This area is not the Grand Canyon National Park. It offers amazing day tours convenient from Las Vegas.

Tusayan is a small town located at the South Rim entrance to the national park…home to the Squire Resort at The Grand Canyon, BW Signature Collection

Typically we are part of a larger southwestern itinerary. Phoenix and Las Vegas are the major airports leading to the canyon. The drive from either location is incredibly scenic …with Sedona and Oak Creek Canyon leading up from Phoenix and the Hoover Dam and Route 66 along the way from Vegas.

Driving distances are great in the Southwest. While the next closest cities to the canyon, Williams and Flagstaff, are only some 70 miles away, it can often take an additional hour or more to get through the park entrance. You’ll want to make the most of both sunrise and sunset by staying close.

At 7000 ft (2100 m) we do get winter. Additionally, the high desert always has at least a 30F degree (15C) difference between night and day. Always pack layers, especially a windbreaker. Sunset is amazing and with sunny days come starry nights! Be prepared!

The canyon is entirely within Arizona. However, Arizona does not practice Daylight Saving…so although we are listed as MST during the summer months we are at PST. All tribal nations within the state do practice Daylight Saving…so be sure to check the time when traveling throughout the region in the summer months.

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