Forego the busy national park crowds and experience rare sights in the heart of the Grand Canyon at Bar 10 Ranch. This Grand Canyon Scenic Airlines exclusive tour brings you to the virtually unexplored northern rim and provides an unmatched Grand Canyon sightseeing experience.
You’ll fly from Boulder City, NV to historic Bar 10 Ranch aboard one of our aircraft specifically designed for “flightseeing.“ All airplanes are equipped with high wings to provide optimal viewing, along with a climate-controlled cabin for your comfort. Enjoy the picturesque views over Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, and the mighty Colorado River along the way.
Upon arrival at Bar 10 Ranch, you’ll head off the beaten path on a Polaris Ranger and travel along a 4×4 trail through Whitmore Canyon and Lake Mead Recreation Area to the canyon rim. At 3,000 feet (880 m) above the Colorado River, the sheer drop from the rim at this part of the canyon offers rare and spectacular views. You’ll also have time to explore the unusual collection of desert vegetation and animal life. Return to Bar 10 Ranch and enjoy the staff’s hospitality as well as a home-cooked Dutch oven barbecue lunch.
After a long day of action and exploring, your sightseeing airplane will return to the air terminal in Boulder City, NV. This Las Vegas day trip in the rugged wilderness of the northern rim offers a lifetime of memories for you and your family.
* Add An ATV When You Book Your Tour!
Breathe in the mountain air and experience a thrilling ATV ride through Whitmore Canyon and Lake Mead Recreational Area all the way to the northern rim of the Grand Canyon.
* Boots or sturdy shoes are required (no open-toed shoes, sandals, high heels or flip-flops are permitted).
* ATV riders must be a minimum of 16 years of age with a valid driver’s license.
* One person is permitted per ATV.
This is a seasonal product and only operates April 01 through November 20. Not available on Saturdays and Sundays in November.
Highlights & Important information
- Scenic flight from Grand Canyon Airlines terminal to Bar 10 Ranch and return
- Aerial views of Lake Mead, Hoover Dam, and Colorado River before reaching the heart of the Grand Canyon
- Climate-controlled cabin
- High wings for ideal viewing and photo-taking
- Tour narration in 16 languages
- Guided Polaris Ranger ride through a 4x4 trail to the North Canyon
Checklist
- Bring your I.D. - All passengers booked on a tour must have government issued forms of identification.
- Be sure to book your tour as early in your trip as possible.
- Water: You may bring a bottle of water, however the bottle is not allowed to be opened in the aircraft.
- Don’t forget your camera! Cameras and phones are allowed and encouraged, but please be aware that the use of "Selfie Sticks" and extending camera poles are strictly prohibited in and around the aircraft.
- Not sure what to wear? Layered clothing is recommended through the months of March to September, and winter clothing should be worn from October to mid-March.
- Wear sensible shoes. The ground at the location you are visiting is rough, rocky, and uneven. It is important to wear sturdy, toe-covering shoes that can handle rough terrain. Sneakers or hiking boots are highly recommended.
Itinerary:
- Flight Duration
- Approximately 90 minutes roundtrip
- Tour Duration (if transfers selected)
- Approximately 7.5 to 8 hours from hotel pick-up to hotel drop-off
- Transportation
- Pick-up from limited hotels on the Las Vegas Strip and Downtown area is approximately 80-130 minutes before flight departure (times are based on hotel location, time of day, and traffic conditions).
- Passengers also have the option to transport themselves to the air terminal. If self-drive option is selected, passengers must arrive 45 minutes prior to their departure time.
- Check-In
- Arrive at our state-of-the-art terminal for check-in.
- Flight to Bar 10 Ranch
- Approximately 45-minute flight with aerial views of Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, and the Colorado River before reaching the northern rim of the Grand Canyon
- Guided Tour
- Travel on a Polaris Ranger along a 4x4 trail through Whitmore Canyon and Lake Mead Recreation Area to the canyon's edge.
- Grand Canyon North
- Explore this exclusive part of the canyon that only Bar 10 Ranch guests can access.
- Meal
- Return to Bar 10 Ranch. Relax and enjoy a delicious homemade Dutch oven barbecue lunch.
- Return Flight
- Approximately 45-minute return flight to the Boulder City air terminal.
- Upgrade to an ATV During Checkout