If you are planning a trip to Las Vegas, you've got to add one of Papillon Helicopter's trips to the Grand Canyon. Each year, more than 600,000 people choose Papillon, making it the most popular operator of trips to Grand Canyon West and the South Rim from Las Vegas.

Papillon's fleet of helicopters is cutting edge. Most of these modern-day sightseeing aircraft feature 180-degree wraparound windshields, stadium-style seating (everyone faces forward), climate-controlled cabins, personal headsets, and pre-recorded narratives in 11 languages.

Papillon tours leave from two airports: McCarran International and the Boulder City Municipal Airport. Trips include pick up and drop off at most major Las Vegas resort-hotels. Upon arrival in Vegas, it's recommended that you confirm your tour.

Papillon flies Grand Canyon West and the South Rim. There isn't any direct helicopter flights from Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon South - you must book a plane tour and bundle in a helicopter ride.

Grand Canyon West is 120 miles east of Vegas. Helicopters make the trip in 45 minutes. A lot of people visit this Rim because it's home to the Grand Canyon Skywalk. Papillon's most widely used trip, however, is the Grand Celebration, which descends to the bottom of the Canyon - a trip ONLY available at the West Rim.

The South Rim is located 270 miles east of Las Vegas. The airplane flight, which is spectacular, is 45-minutes and touches down at Grand Canyon Airport (elevation 6,000 feet). Here, you will deplane and board your helicopter for a fantastic ride into the Dragoon Corridor, the deepest, widest section of the Canyon, before looping back at the North Rim. Papillon's best South Rim tour is called the North Canyon.

Pricing is similar for West and South rim flights and start around $280 pp. The cost goes up the more upgrades you add, like the Skywalk, river rafting, or the EcoStar 130. The best deals are available on Papillon's website where the company posts its best promotional prices that oftentimes save you up to 35% off retail!

Expect to spend a full day on these Papillon helicopter tours (there are no overnight packages with lodging at this time), making them ideal for Las Vegas visitors who want a quick yet satisfying Grand Canyon experience that puts them back on the Strip for a show or dinner with friends.