For those of you who are a bit apprehensive about taking a tour via helicopter, rest assured they are one of the safest ways to travel. Not only are they secure, but they offer a unique perspective of your destination. Even if you’ve taken a trip to the Grand Canyon before, you may still want to consider taking a helicopter tour of the canyon instead. This way, you’ll be able to stare in awe at the magnificent crevices carved throughout the region from a birds-eye view, as you soar over the Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, and delve into the true beauty of the Grand Canyon. If this isn’t enough to calm your nerves about taking a helicopter tour, here are a few interesting facts to keep in mind:


1. Modern day helicopters are no more difficult to fly than many types of airplanes
2. Helicopters are safest to fly in bad weather as they are capable of slowing down,
stopping, or flying sideways or backwards should they need to.
3. Since 1944, over 3 million lives have been saved by helicopters.
4. For those who wish to travel 300 to 400 miles, a helicopter will be your quickest option.
5. About 750,000 tourists travel to the Grand Canyon via helicopter.
For another truly unique experience of the canyon, don’t forget about the Grand Canyon
Skywalk! Feel as though you are standing right above the deep valley as you walk across
the elevated glass pathway. So plan a helicopter tour of the Grand Canyon soon and take
advantage of all your options to see the majestic landscape from an unforgettable perspective!