Frequently Asked Tour Questions

1. What types of tours do you offer?
Scenic Airlines offers 15 different tours to two different destinations. Click here for tours ranked by type in the following categories.

2. Where does Scenic fly out of?
All Scenic Airlines' Las Vegas tours originate from the Scenic Airlines Terminal, not McCarran International or North Las Vegas. Please keep this in mind if you are providing your own transportation for your tour. Check in is required one hour prior to departure.

Scenic Airlines Grand Canyon South Rim tours depart from Grand Canyon National Park Airport in Tusayan, 2 miles South of the park entrance.

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3. Where do you go?
Scenic Airlines is the "Gateway to the National Parks", offering tours to the Grand Canyon and other beautiful southwest parks. Take a look at our destinations and the tours offered. The Area Map can also help you understand where the different Parks are located.

Locations: Grand Canyon National Park | Grand Canyon West

4.  What is the difference between Grand Canyon National Park and Grand Canyon West?
Check out the following pages to better understand more about Grand Canyon National Park and Grand Canyon West. Also take a look at the Area Map to see the location of each place.

Information: Grand Canyon National Park | Grand Canyon West

Quick comparison between Grand Canyon National Park and Grand Canyon West

5. Least expensive tours?
Scenic offers tours staring from $104 per person, including taxes and fees.

Take a look at the Tours ranked by price

6. Do you offer special deals, promotions or discounts?
Yes, Scenic has several promotional programs.

Take a look to see what we offer: Special Promotions

7. Shortest Tours?
For those with limited time, the Air Tours are best. Grand Canyon West is located closer to Las Vegas than Grand Canyon National Park so the tours take less time.

8. Overnight tours?
Here are several overnight tours at Grand Canyon National Park but there are no overnight tours to Grand Canyon West. Also listed are overnight tours that include other National Parks.

9. Overnight tours staying more than 1 night?
We do not offer overnight tours for longer than 2 nights. If you would like to stay longer, we suggest booking just the flights to Grand Canyon National Park on whatever day is best for you. Please remember, booking our flights separately does not include hotel transfers, guided tours of the Park or accommodations. You will need to arrange your own transportation to and from the Scenic Airlinse Terminal and Grand Canyon National Park Airport. If you are booking flights with a connection at McCarran International Airport, you must allow a 2 hour connection time.

10. Tours with a professional guide?
Take a look at these guided tours.

Day Tours: Canyon Connoisseur | Indian Adventure | Grand Voyager

Overnight tours: Grand Canyon Deluxe Overnight

11. Tours with helicopters?
Yes, Scenic Airlines has a fabulous tour that includes round trip airplane flights, 2 helicopter flights and boat ride at Grand Canyon West.

Tour from Las Vegas, NV The Grand Voyager

12. Can I fly to the Grand Canyon without taking a tour?
Scenic Airlines offers just the flight from Las Vegas to Grand Canyon National Park. Our departs from the Scenic Airlines Terminal at the Boulder City Municipal Airport (61B) and Grand Canyon National Park Airport. You will need to arrange your own transportation to and from the Scenic Airlines Terminal and Grand Canyon National Park Airport. If you are booking flights with a connection at McCarran International Airport, you should allow a 2 hour connection time.

13. Do I need to bring anything?
Bring some form of government issue photo ID such as a driver's license or passport. You will need it to check in, plus you could be asked for identification at any point during your tour. Bring or purchase a small bottle of water - you are in the desert and it's probably drier here than you're used to. Sunscreen is also recommended year-round. These items may be purchased in our gift shop prior to departure. Don't forget your camera, either. You may bring a small satchel or daypack.

14. Temperature at Grand Canyon?
Click on the destination to see the average temperatures.

Grand Canyon West | Grand Canyon National Park

15. What should I wear?
Casually and comfortably. Wear a hat and sunglasses. Shoes should be appropriate for walking. These tours are not strenuous, but many walkways are unpaved, therefore slick-soled shoes (most business or "dressy" type shoes) should be avoided. Tennis shoes or sports sandal-type footwear is best. Dress appropriately for the time of year and your tour's destination. Grand Canyon South Rim is about 20 degrees cooler than Las Vegas; Grand Canyon West is a bit warmer than Vegas, and it gets even hotter at the bottom of the canyon. You may want to bring a jacket or rain poncho, maybe even gloves and a scarf if cool weather is called for.

Tour that require special clothing are: Grand Voyager Sturdy shoes are recommended.

16. Things to do at Grand Canyon?
The Grand Canyon offers many activities such as hiking trails, horseback riding, IMAX theatre experience and Colorado River rafting.

17. Why should I book with Scenic Airlines?
Scenic Airlines is world famous for a reason! Check out our "Top 10 Reasons to Book Scenic"

18. How do I book Scenic Airlines?
Booking on Scenic Airlines is easy! Each tour page has a "Book Now" button that will book that exact tour for you.

19. Will Scenic Airlines pick me up at my hotel and drop me off after my tour?
For Las Vegas Grand Canyon tours, Scenic Airlines picks up and drops off at most major hotels on the main part of the Strip, which encompasses the area between the Stratosphere and the Mandalay Bay; we also pick up at most major hotels in the Downtown area. If you're staying on or near the Strip and we do not pick up at your particular hotel, we would attempt to pick you up at hotel closest to where you're staying.

At the South Rim, Scenic Airlines does not provide airport shuttle service as many area hotels are within 10 minutes' driving time. Some hotels in Tusayan offer airport shuttle service. Inside the park, taxi service is available 24 hours a day by prior arrangement. The fare from the park to Grand Canyon National Park Airport is $5/person each way.

20. Where exactly would I get picked up and dropped off in Las Vegas?
Most Las Vegas hotels have what are commonly referred to as "tour lobbies." These are areas designated for the arrival and departure of tour busses, and are usually located somewhat near the main hotel lobby. Locations do vary from hotel to hotel. Your booking agent will specify where you need to meet your bus, or just ask your hotel operator or the front desk. It is a good idea to be 5-10 minutes early for your pick up.

21. Does Scenic Airlines pick up in Henderson or Boulder City?
No. If you are staying in Henderson or Boulder City, you would need to provide your own transportation to Scenic Airlines Terminal. Inquire at your hotel about taxi or shuttle service. If you're staying on the South End of the Strip, you could pick up your tour at the Mandalay Bay, or drive to Scenic Airlines Terminal directly.

22. Does Scenic Airlines pick up in Summerlin?
No. If you are staying in the Summerlin area (Northwest of Las Vegas),
you would need to pick up your tour at the Palace Station.

23. Are these tours appropriate for children and/or seniors?
Yes, all of Scenic Airlines' Grand Canyon tours are family oriented and appropriate for most ages. In general, our tours are not strenuous. The Las Vegas Grand Voyager Tour and the Grand Canyon Colorado River Adventure both involve descending and ascending 3 flights of stairs from the helipad to the river and back, but that's as rigorous as it gets. When considering any of these activities for young children, please be realistic about their attention span, especially on longer tours.

24. Some members of my party don't speak English - what do I do?
Scenic Airlines tours offer automated tour narration in 16 languages. Please specify what language your party speaks when you make your tour reservations.

25. Do I have to pay for my tour when I book it?
Scenic Airlines does charge your credit card in full at the time of booking. However, cancellations made up to 48 hours prior to tour are eligible for a full refund.

26. What do I do if I get there and the weather's bad?
Flights are occasionally cancelled due to inclement weather, such as high winds, low clouds, rain, snow, etc. In the event of such an occurrence, Scenic Airlines will make every reasonable effort to accommodate you, either at a later time, or perhaps another day. If bad weather persists and your tour cannot be rescheduled, you would be eligible for a full refund.

27. Do I need to reconfirm my tour before I go?
Absolutely, this is standard procedure. You must call Scenic Airlines to reconfirm your tour at least 24 hours prior to departure. Call (800) 634-6801 or (702) 638-3300. Ask your hotel front desk or concierge if you need assistance.

28. Do you have a fuel surcharge?
Yes. It is generally $5 to $10 dollars and is included in you online booking price.

29. Do you have an overweight surcharge?
Yes. Anyone over 275lbs will be charged an additional 50% of the base fare.

You still didn't answer my question.........
Give us a call at (800) 634-6801 or (702) 638-3300.
We'll be happy to answer any questions we didn't cover.