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Grand Canyon North Rim Tour by Airplane with ATV or 4x4 Ride

Recommended by 94% of travelers
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Las Vegas, USA
  • 8 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Enjoy a new way to experience the grandeur of the Grand Canyon—and enjoy a perspective most other visitors miss—on this full-day, small-group air and ground tour from Las Vegas. Traveling by small plane, soar over Lake Mead and the Hoover Dam en route to the Grand Canyon. After landing near the North Rim, embark on one of two activities: a 4x4 vehicle tour or a thrilling ATV ride.
  • Round-trip air travel from Las Vegas maximizes your sightseeing time
  • Admire aerial views that few other visitors get to see
  • This small-group tour ensures a more personal Grand Canyon trip
  • Ride an ATV or a 4x4 to the secluded North Rim for top-notch views

What's Included

  • Round-trip flight to Grand Canyon's North Rim
  • 2-hour (approx.) Ground Tour by ATV or 4X4
  • Home Cooked BBQ Lunch
  • Optional hotel pickup and drop-off from select hotels
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel Transfers (if no hotel transfer option selected)

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

• Hotel transfers are available from most Las Vegas Strip and Downtown hotels. To schedule hotel transfers, call the local supplier.

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Meeting point

  • 1265 Airport Rd, Boulder City, NV 89005, USA

    •Tour departs from the Grand Canyon Scenic Airlines Terminal located in Boulder City, Nevada, approximately 40 - 50 minutes from Las Vegas. • If no transfers options is selected, customers must arrive 45 minutes to the Airport prior to the schedule flight for check-in.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.8:03 am

Itinerary

1

Las Vegas

Admission Ticket Free

Hoover Dam (Pass By)

Lake Mead National Recreation Area (Pass By)

Colorado River (Pass By)

2

Grand Canyon North Rim

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

3

Whitmore Canyon

1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • ATV riders must be at least 16 years old and have a valid driver’s license
  • A minimum number of passengers is required to operate this tour
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Infants must be under the age of 2 (23 months) and are considered lap children
  • For comfort and weight/balance of the aircraft, passengers weighing over 300 lbs (136 kg) will be required to purchase an additional seat. This is payable directly to the tour operator on the day of the tour
  • Infants are considered lap children if they are under the age of 2 and have proof of age, such as a passport or a copy of birth certificate
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 9 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions (18)

Q:Is there a minimum age to fly on the Grand Canyon North Rim Air and Ground Tour with Optional ATV Ride?

A:No, children under the age of two with valid paperwork are considered lap children and fly at no cost with proof of age, such as a passport or a copy of their birth certificate.

Jun 2021

The answers provided are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Emily_D
Isaac with Bar 10 Ranch was great. The side by side ride was our favorite part. Plane ride there was smooth, rougher with the winds on the way back, but Daniel was a good pilot.

Reviews

4.7
based on 49 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Fun!

Mike_C, Oct 2025
Fun times! Beginner to amature quad runner ride or rent a side by side. Bring sunscreen and sun glasses.

Awesome Tour

Emily_D, Jun 2025
Isaac with Bar 10 Ranch was great. The side by side ride was our favorite part. Plane ride there was smooth, rougher with the winds on the way back, but Daniel was a good pilot.

Nice Ranch!

Karen_K, Jul 2024
This was a highlight of our 5 day Vegas trip. Bar 10 Ranch and our tour guide for the 4x4 trip were great! It was hot in July, but we knew that going in. The thumb throttle on the 4x4 was tough, especially on the ride back in. The approx 2 hour trail was smooth in a few places, but mostly rocky and uneven. Water was provided at a couple stops along the way. Knowing that, we might have chosen the side by sides that also have a cover since there is no shade on the trail. At the end, lunch provided at the ranch was BBQ sandwiches, sides and lemonade. The small plane to and from was as expected about 45 min each way with optional headphones with music and narration. We had excellent views of Hoover Dam and Lake Mead. The overall views of the Grand Canyon North Rim were good. I wonder if the other rims had better views. We had a problem with initial pickup time which was a communication issue between Viator and the pick up van. The print time was 7:15am pickup from the hotel. The time quoted when we called to confirm the day before was 6:45am pickup. On the day of the trip we got a call that they were leaving because we were not at the pick up point at 6:25am. After we called Viator, the van waited, but the issue and stress was avoidable. Overall, the trip was good. The ranch was really nice, with picturesque views. Overnight covered wagon options were available at the ranch. The overall value for this trip with flight, lunch and 4x4 ride was maybe a bit much at just under $600pp.

Worth every penny

Elena_S, Jun 2024
The views are spectacular from the air and on the ground Samantha our tour guide was terrific. Lunch was delicious.

They last minute cancelled.

Kelvin_L, Jun 2023
Only went to Las Vegas for this tour and they cancelled. Wasted trip. Will get a refund for the tour but had to eat the travel expenses.

Excellent!

Shelby_K, Jun 2023
Great experience! Great service! ATV ride was so much fun and view of the Grand Canyon was breath taking. Amazing tour and highly recommend!

Response from Host, Jun 2023

Thank you for sharing, we're excited to hear you enjoyed the flight. We are so grateful to provide amazing experiences for customers like you! We hope to see you again in the future.

Amazing experience and great way to see canyon

Jeanette_H, Oct 2022
The trip was amazing - picked up from Caesars right on time. Then we boarded aeroplane for flight to canyon - great views of lake mead and Hoover dam in the way. Joshua was a fantastic guide who met us and took us to Ranch 10 - great ride down to canyon - it was chilly so we were given blankets for ride. We didn’t do the optional ATV which meant we were in the front so got to ask lots of questions, had a fun ride and didn’t get so dusty. The trip to the canyon was great - no one else around and a million miles from the more commercial helicopter rides you see. Got to walk around at the top of the canyon and watch the kayakers then back to the ranch for a lovely lunch (vegetarian v well catered for) before taking the plan ride back to Boulder City. The team were all genuinely friendly and very helpful. Thoroughly recommend !!!

Response from Host, Nov 2022

We are so glad you had a great time. We strive to make grand memories.

Incredible

Emma_S, Sep 2022
From start to finish all the staff were incredible. The whole tour was so well organised, every last detail thought of,and the staff were amazing. We didn't add the extra ATV tour but we were spoilt by our own private guide and chauffeur and didn't feel like we missed out at all. The views from the plane and the ground were incredible and to be right there experiencing it with just your group and not another soul around was an unforgettable experience! The ranch and food was amazing I could not recommend this tour enough! Thank you so much grand canyon airlines and bar 10 ranch!

Response from Host, Nov 2022

Thank you for leaving us a 5-stars, Emma. We appreciate your support!!

Very fun but dusty adventure

Matt_S, Jun 2022
The visit and ATV ride were a very fun but dusty adventure to a very scenic spot, with views of the canyon and river that you’ll remember forever. I’m very glad I went. Highly recommended, with the warning that the road is very rough and the ATVs require a firm grip. But don’t let that scare you—if you don’t want to drive one, you can ride with the guide. Just be sure and wear old clothes, folks, and be prepared to be very dusty after. They’ll use air hoses to blow the worst if it off after, and showers are available at the Bar 10 Ranch you start from as well. But this is one trip where getting dirty is part of the fun!

Response from Host, Jul 2022

Thank you for taking the time to leave an honest review! It was a pleasure touring with you and we hope to fly with you again soon!

Highlight of Graduation Trip to Vegas

Catherine_B, Jun 2022
This tour was the highlight of our sons’ graduation trip to Vegas! The transfers from the hotel were easy. The airport was very modern and check-in was a breeze. The airplane tour was smooth and the views were breath-taking. The cabin was comfortably air-conditioned and headsets were provided that played soothing music and interesting commentary on landmarks as we passed over them. The ATV trip was a bit fast and bumpy even for us as experienced ATV owners but still enjoyable. I recommend the side-by-side Polaris for a more comfortable trip. Our guide, Morgan, was adorable, fun and educational. This was a once-in-a-lifetime experience that was even more special to share with our sons as they move on to the next big stages of their lives.

Response from Host, Jul 2022

Thanks for flying with us and for the 5-star review. We appreciate your support!!

Awesome experience

andycat, May 2022
Superb trip, flew on two different ac, both offering superb views, Bar 10 experience again fantastic, took us to rim , offering great views and the lowest point accessible by vehicles.

Response from Host, Jun 2022

Thanks for flying with us and for the 5-star review. We appreciate your support!!

Can’t get a hold of anyone

Angela_G, May 2022
Trip was canceled because of wind. Told i had to contact Viator for refund. Called 5 different numbers and all say they are not working numbers. I need a refund

Response from Host, Jun 2022

Hello Angela, We have advised Viator of the refund the moment we canceled. We apologize for the weather cancellation and not being able to fly you.

Flawless

Cynthia_B, Apr 2022
Flawless from flight to ATV ride to lunch. We had a such a wonderful, private viewing of the Grand Canyon. Adam and team were great hosts! So much so we want to come back and camp with them next year.

Beautiful and Adventurous

Ann_G, Oct 2021
It was a great trip. The ATVs were a bit rougher than anticipated. The trail is very rocky. I recommend wearing a covering for your face as it can get pretty dusty on the ride. I switched to the Cadillac (The UTV) on the way back with the kids in the back, Surprisingly fun when I thought it would be boring. My daughter had to switch back because of thumb problems with the throttle on the ATV. There is a place to wash up some after the trip before eating. It was definitely a highlight of our trip.

Response from Host, Jun 2022

Thanks for flying with us and for the 5-star review. We appreciate your support!!

Disappointed, thought it...

Angela_O, Sep 2021
Disappointed, thought it was a helicopter ride. Guide was great. Everyone was nice. Lunch was good. Would consider again.

Response from Host, Sep 2021

We are sorry to hear that you were disappointed with your experience. Thank you for your review, Angela.

Lifetime experience!!

Joe_B, Sep 2021
Sitting on the rim was just amazing!!! The pilots were awesome and the flights were pretty smooth for being in a smaller plane. The folks at Bar 10 ranch were great and super friendly!!! Great experience!!!

Response from Host, Jun 2022

Thanks for flying with us and for the 5-star review. We appreciate your support!!

Unique adventure

Victor_V, Aug 2021
We really enjoyed seeing a beautiful part of the Grand Canyon that is not readily accessible. The Bar 10 ranch staff and the flight crews were fantastic.

Response from Host, Aug 2021

Thank you for your review! We are so thrilled to hear you enjoyed our services from start to finish! We appreciate your support and thank you for flying with us!

Grand Canyon Execellnce

Kiarra_J, Aug 2021
I am so happy my husband and I got to experience the Grand Canyon. When I booked this tour, I didn't know what to expect. The entire experience was breathtaking, educating, exhilarating and we had so much fun. From the transportation provider, to the check in process, to the Pilot, to the tour guide and the food everything was excellent. I would highly recommend this tour.

Response from Host, Aug 2021

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review! We appreciate your support and are thrilled to hear how much you enjoyed your tour!

Memorable

George_D, Jul 2021
Easy travel. Friendly people. Informative. Fantastic views of the Grand Canyon. Would do it again. GD..

Response from Host, Jul 2021

It was a pleasure flying with you, George! Thank you for your review!

AMAZING experience! Absolutely worth it!

Ashley_C, Jun 2021
The tiny plane ride was bit scary at times, but wow what an AMAZING experience. The people at Bar 10 Ranch are SO nice and fun and gave an excellent tour. 10000% recommending to everyone. Thank you Bar 10 and the two Tanner's for a great day!

Response from Host, Jul 2021

Thank you so much for your review, Ashley! We cannot wait to fly with you again soon.

North Rim day trip

williamgR368IJ, Aug 2019
Plane flight from Boulder city were easy and offers great views. Bar 10 ranch is excellent the food and ranch hands were great. The view from the north Rim was great. the ride there is pretty rough. be prepared for lots of ups, downs, and turns. Rocky terrain. Plenty of photo opportunities. The ranch is a mid point for a few tours. Helicopters ferrying travelers to/from their Colorado river rafting adventures. Bar 10 is like a base Camp in the middle of nowhere.

A Day to Remember!!

Paul_C, May 2019
From the moment you are lead to your waiting aircraft you just new this was going to be a special day.And it was..... The flight was awesome over the Hoover Dam , Lake Mead and the Canyon. Greeting us at the ranch was our tour leader for the day Joe who was fantastic.We where introduced to our trusted ATV's that carried us to the rim.Arriving at the the rim Joe was able to answer any questions our group had, we where given time to click away at the stunning Canyon before heading back to the Ranch for a hearty late lunch before returning back to Vegas with new found friends and a new found desire to do a white water rafting tour of the Canyon. Would certainly recommend this. Cheers to Joe hope all goes well for the wedding!!

There was only 4 of us total in our...

Nories_M, Mar 2018
There was only 4 of us total in our group, the airplane ride was interesting, but it gave a great view of the Grand Canyon as we flew in to a small landing strip on a private ranch where we were introduced to ATV's and given a choice on a ride. Had a fun ride blasting to and from the rim of the Canyon and got to see a side of it not to many get to enjoy in a quiet and peaceful setting. Highly recommend this tour!

Undoubtedly the highlight of my...

rosalindyoung, Dec 2017
Undoubtedly the highlight of my holiday! Reuben our pilot was brilliant. Bar 10 Ranch was just brilliant. The owners/hosts were so kind and friendly. Pardon me for forgetting your names but thank you so much for such a brilliant time. It was only the 4 of us at the ranch and on the place. We did the ATV tour as well - very bumpy and very dusty but incredible scenery and totally worth it. Our tour guide was so iformative and knowledgeable and he really cared about the landscape around him. Fabulous people, fabulous setting, fabulous lunch.. Would definitely recommend!! Thank you!

Highly recommend this tour, views...

achetcuti, Nov 2017
Highly recommend this tour, views were absolutely amazing. Tour was fantastic, great tour guide, lunch was delicious.

This ain't no ride in the park, The...

RYAN B, Nov 2017
This ain't no ride in the park, The trail is very rocky at points and alot of fun would highly recommend this adventure. The staff at the ranch were awesome and the food was great. P.S Be ready to get dirty!

Amazing experience...highly...

Judith M, Oct 2017
Amazing experience...highly recommend if you are looking for something that is not the typical tourist tour.

Tour was amazeballs! Loved the...

Lindelee R, Jun 2017
Tour was amazeballs! Loved the staff. Good humour and we're looking after us in the incredible heatwave. Lunch was delicious too. Totally worth it!

Awesome experience! From the time we...

Gene M, Jun 2017
Awesome experience! From the time we were picked up at our hotel although very early to the time we were dropped off everyone was very nice and pleasant to work with. The plane ride gave us awesome views. The head phone narration was not the best, but the views still made up for it. The ranch experience was good as well, including lunch. The ride out to the rim was bumpy, very dusty take or buy a bandana, but the views were again awesome. Dillon was a great tour guide!!! We thought we would get to explore more of the rim, but again an overall awesome experience.

great tour, plane ride to the ranch...

rose C, May 2017
great tour, plane ride to the ranch was smooth, Cowboy Steve was wonderful, got a history of the canyon - and surroundings, love our picture at the rim and enjoy echo canyon

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