What defines a luxury chopper trip? How about being picked up in a stretch limousine? It's a touch of class that tells you from the outset that this is going to be a special day. Drop off is in front of the operator's private terminal. There's no cutting corners on these facilities. They are spacious, new, and inviting. The passenger lounge, for example, features over-stuffed chairs, plush couches, and tinted picture windows that overlook the helipads.
The quality of customer service is extraordinary. The front lobby is both inviting and friendly. The check-in staff are efficient and trained to meet your every need. Even the gift shop personnel are there to make sure you take home the memorabilia that you'll cherish the most.
The pilot-guides are absolute gentlemen and have received the highest level of flight training. I've flown a number of these top-end heli trips and the pilots continue to blow me away with their knowledge of the area.
The walk from terminal to helicopter is a matter of feet. Quite literally, your chopper is right out the door. This is a perk you'll quickly appreciate if you've ever flown a budget trip, wherein transfers and boardings have devolved into an adventure in and of itself.
Fleets are newer and totally customized from tail to nose for sightseeing. The thing you'll notice first is that most of the choppers are EcoStar 130's. These aircraft come with 25 percent more cabin space and are configured with theater style seats and 180-degree wraparound windshields. They're also equipped with Fenestron rotors, which guarantee your flight will be quiet and smooth.
Tours are more comprehensive than their low-budget cousins. For instance, there are more sunset and sunrise trips, and many include Las Vegas Strip and Valley of Fire flyovers (usually upgrades on the bargain trips). Pilots also have more leeway to deviate from their flight plan in order to fulfill special client requests and interests.
Las Vegas luxury helicopter tours to the canyon include air-only and landing tours. The most popular trips are sunset air tours, helicopter descents to the base of the West Rim with rafting tour, and the VIP Grand Canyon Skywalk total access pass.
The adage "You get what you pay for" rings so true for these first-class trips. But don't let this deter you from shopping the Internet for the best deal. I know for a fact that you can save up to 20% on these flights if you book on the web. Further, buy in advance and lock in your price. Prices do fluctuate, especially during high season (April through October).
If you are coming to Vegas for a special occasion and want to celebrate with a helicopter tour, I highly recommend you go with the top-shelf flights. The quality is immediate, starting with the door-to-door limousine pick up. Then there's the food, the expertise of the pilots, and the modernity of the equipment and facilities. Don't get hooked by a promo offer that screams cheap: You'll end up disappointed. To ensure you book the trip of a lifetime, go with a luxury Vegas helicopter ride. It's truly the way to go if want to capture that special moment.
