Panoramic view of the Grand Canyon South Rim during one of GCSA’s Grand Canyon South Rim tours

Grand Canyon South Rim Tours

Explore the most famous and widely photographed part of the Grand Canyon: the South Rim! Part of the Grand Canyon National Park, this region offers renowned viewpoints like Bright Angel Point and Mather Point. You can see the deepest and widest areas of the canyon and some of the oldest exposed rock in the world from the sky on a helicopter, bus, or Hummer Grand Canyon tour with GCSA. Grand Canyon South Rim tours depart from Las Vegas or the Grand Canyon National Park.

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$117
$859
40 minutes
12 hours 30 minutes
Leaving from the Grand Canyon National Park
Couple taking a photo together during a South Rim Grand Canyon tour with GCSAGrand Discovery Air Tour

Experience aerial views of the fantastic gorges and rock formations that have been carved by nature throughout the canyon walls. Enjoy breathtaking scenic views of the Zuni Corridor, Imperial Point, Confluence of the Colorado and Little Colorado River, Kaibab National Forest, and Kaibab Plateau.

Duration: 40 minutes
Starting from:
$184
A family poses with their arms up at the edge of the Grand Canyon.The Signature Tour

This ground tour along the canyon rim features a Hummer vehicle customized for sightseeing. The perfect addition to your Grand Canyon National Park vacation!

Duration: 2 hours
Starting from:
$117.99
Beam of light shining down into Antelope CanyonCanyon and River Adventures

A scenic airplane flight over remarkable landmarks including the Grand Canyon's Eastern Rim takes passengers to Page, Arizona - where a daylong adventure is about to begin! See the mystical Antelope Canyon and raft through Glen Canyon on a smooth water float trip.

Duration: 12 hours 30 minutes
Starting from:
$639
Glen Canyon Dam and arched bridge viewed from below on a river raftGrand Canyon Coach and River Trip

Float along the serene Colorado River between ancient canyon walls on this 15.5-mile rafting trip. Absorb the wild natural beauty of this magnificent landform and even drift past ancient petroglyphs carved in the canyon walls themselves.

Duration: 11 hours
Starting from:
$245
Leaving from Las Vegas
Two green Hummer vehicles parked in front of forestry.Grand Canyon Deluxe with Hummer

Enjoy a roundtrip flight from Boulder City, Nevada to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. Stunning views await at multiple scenic overlooks during a 2-hour guided tour on an open-air Hummer.

Duration: 9 hours 30 minutes
Starting from:
$629
A helicopter flies over a Grand Canyon landscape.Grand Canyon Deluxe with Helicopter

The most popular tour to the Grand Canyon with an added helicopter ride! This is one of our passengers' favorite Grand Canyon tours from Las Vegas. Only from the air can you really see the beauty and scale of the Grand Canyon.

Duration: 9 hours 30 minutes
Starting from:
$859
Grand Canyon South Rim

Types of South Rim Grand Canyon Tours

Airplane Tours of the Grand Canyon South Rim

From the ground, you can only experience a small portion of the magnificent landscapes that the Grand Canyon South Rim has to offer. While there are no shortage of spectacular sights from the ground, you can enhance your day trip to the Grand Canyon National Park with an unforgettable aerial adventure. Grand Canyon South Rim airplane tours can be paired with a Hummer tour through Grand Canyon National Park or a helicopter ride over the widest and deepest parts of the canyon.

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Helicopter Tours of the Grand Canyon South Rim

Soar into adventure aboard a Grand Canyon South Rim helicopter tour. These world-class aerial adventures will take you on a thrilling ride over the widest and deepest parts of the Grand Canyon South and North Rims. Experience the panoramic views of the ancient canyon walls and the Colorado River roaring below.

South Rim helicopter tours lift off from our terminal in the South Rim. If your Grand Canyon tour is departing from Las Vegas, you'll be transported to the South Rim via a fixed-wing airplane or luxurious motorcoach. If you're already planning a trip to the Grand Canyon National Park, you can simply hop on your helicopter tour from the South Rim.

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Hummer Tours of Grand Canyon National Park

Make the most of your Grand Canyon South Rim vacation with a guided Hummer tour to some of the most impressive areas of the national park. Aboard a customized open-air Hummer with ample seating, you'll enjoy the beauty of popular landmarks like Duck on a Rock, Yavapai Point, and Moran Point. Hummer tours can be upgraded to tour at sunset or made private for your group. You can also pair your Hummer adventure with a breathtaking airplane or helicopter tour.

Bus Tours to the Grand Canyon South Rim

Grand Canyon Scenic Airlines may be the world's premier Grand Canyon air tour operator, but we also offer ground tours from Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon. Sit back and relax on a spacious, air-conditioned motorcoach and enjoy as sights of the ancient Joshua Tree Forest, the Mojave Desert, and the Hoover Dam pass you by. You can even upgrade your Grand Canyon South Rim bus tour to include an unforgettable helicopter flight or a Hummer ride through the national park.

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South Rim Grand Canyon Tour FAQs

What is there to do at the South Rim of the Grand Canyon?

The Grand Canyon South Rim is home to some of the most famously breathtaking landscapes in the world. This is also the most developed rim of the Grand Canyon. During your trip to the Grand Canyon South Rim, check out a few of these exciting activities.

  • Gaze in awe at beautiful lookout points like Bright Angel Point and Mather Point
  • Soar over breathtaking landscapes like Zuni Corridor and the Kaibab National Forest during a world-class helicopter or airplane tour
  • Embark on a guided Hummer excursion to scenic sites like Duck on a Rock, Yavapai Point, and Moran Point
  • Explore the historic architecture and quaint gift shops in Grand Canyon Village
  • Climb to the top of Desert View Watchtower for a 360-degree view of the South Rim

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What are the best tours of the Grand Canyon South Rim?

There's a reason people have been flying with Grand Canyon Scenic Airlines for over 90 years. With a dozen world-class Grand Canyon South Rim tours to choose from, each individual has plenty of options for their dream Grand Canyon vacation.

Here are a few of the best and most popular Grand Canyon South Rim tours.

How long does it take to see the South Rim of the Grand Canyon?

With a Grand Canyon South Rim tour from GCSA, you can experience the most remarkable sights at the South Rim in just one day.

With the Grand Connoisseur Airplane Tour with Hummer, guests will soar over the Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, and the Colorado River. After touching down at the South Rim, board a customized Hummer for a tour of the Grand Canyon National Park's most famous viewpoints.

If you're more interested in catching fantastic aerial views of the widest and deepest parts of the Grand Canyon, replace the Hummer with a state-of-the-art helicopter. Aboard a Grand Connoisseur Airplane Tour with a Helicopter, the bird's-eye views of the canyon are breathtaking and unforgettable.

Should I book my Grand Canyon South Rim tour before I go?

Yes. We recommend that customers book in advance to take advantage of our great online prices.

We are happy to take bookings in advance or upon arrival at one of our terminals. However, the best prices are available online and our tours often sell out.

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What is the best time of the year to visit the Grand Canyon South Rim?

The Spring and Fall are widely considered the best times of the year to make a trip to the Grand Canyon South Rim. During these periods, the daytime temperatures are cool and the crowds are thin.