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Summer is almost gone, so it's time to plan a fun getaway to send it off in style. A fabulous idea is to take a helicopter tour of the Grand Canyon National Park. If that sounds like a good plan, then here are some tips for having a great time and getting a good deal. Temperatures Are Hot Even though summer is about gone, the temperatures are still hot at the canyon. It is hottest at midday, so you may want to schedule a morning or afternoon tour. Sunrise and sunset tours are good options if you want the most picturesque experience. Helicopters are climate controlled, so you don't need to be worried while you are flying, but if you're taking a landing tour then make sure that you dress appropriately. Wear light clothing and a hat, and be sure to wear sunglasses and sunscreen to protect yourself from the sun. EcoStar 130 Choppers Offer Deluxe Flights Some Grand Canyon flights that depart from Vegas fly on the EcoStar 130 choppers. These Grand Canyon helicopters are designed for comfort and the best viewing experience. The cabin is roomy and gives you more room than you get in other helicopters, and the seats are arranged stadium style so there are no bad views. You'll be glad you booked a tour on one of these helicopters when you see the massive windscreen that wraps around the front of the chopper giving you panoramic views. As an added bonus, you'll get complimentary limousine service to and from your Vegas hotel when you book a deluxe flight in an EcoStar 130. Deluxe helicopters depart directly from the Las Vegas Strip, whereas basic tours will require a standard shuttle service to nearby Boulder City. Helicopter tours that depart from Vegas go to the West Rim of the Grand Canyon, and this is the only place in the national park where helicopters are allowed to fly below the rim and land on the bottom of the canyon. So you can book a landing tour that sets down on the canyon floor or on top of the rim. Either one is a good choice, and you can even do both if you have plenty of time. South Rim Air Tours If you want to tour the South Rim, or if you will be in Arizona instead of Vegas, then you'll need to begin your helicopter tour in Tusayan. These tours are a totally different experience since they fly along the North and South Rims. There are two flights available. The first is a half-hour tour that goes to the remote North Rim, and then back to Tusayan. The second tour follows the same route but then adds on a leg to the eastern border of the park. This tour gives you nearly an hour of air time and flies you over ? of the entire Grand Canyon National Park. You won't be able to land inside the canyon, but you can still explore by land when you take a Jeep tour that departs from Tusayan. This will give you an exhilarating ground level experience, allowing you to see some famous landmarks from a whole new perspective. Combining an air tour with this Jeep tour could be exactly what you need to make the South Rim the best option for you. If you're staying in Vegas and wish you could tour the South Rim, you can, because all you have to do is book a tour that includes a quick 60-minute plane flight to Tusayan where you can begin your adventure. Book Early And Close Summer In Style Grand Canyon helicopter tours are always in high demand and even more so as visitors try to squeeze in one last flight as summer closes. Book your tour in advance so you can claim your seats before they're gone, and if you buy your tour online using your credit card, you can get the best deal. Paying online means that you will get the best available price, and your seats will be confirmed upon payment. This is especially important if you're opting for one of the popular sunrise or sunset tours. Aim to book at least two weeks before you intend to fly, to ensure that seats are available for the day and time that you want them. The Grand Canyon is a fantastic place to see. Seeing the massive chasm from the air is an unforgettable experience. Book your tour now, so you don't miss out on the flight of a lifetime. Tips from the Authort
This author is an expert on Grand Canyon sightseeing trips and recommends these plane tours as well as these heli discounts: http://grandcanyoncheap.com/helicopter-tours.html
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