Bryce Canyon & Grand Staircase Helicopter Tour
$499.00 / Person · Length: Approx. 60 Minutes
Description
Witness the geological wonders of Southern Utah from above with our comprehensive 60-minute aerial journey spanning 100 miles of protected wilderness. This flight traverses two distinct landscapes: the intricate hoodoo formations of Bryce Canyon and the vast, multilayered terrain of Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument.
Departing from Bryce Canyon, you'll immediately gain perspective on geological formations including Boat Mesa, Sinking Ship, and Fairyland—structures that took millions of years to form yet can only be fully appreciated from the air. Your pilot provides context-rich commentary throughout, explaining the erosional processes that sculpted this distinctive terrain.
The flight path extends to Rainbow Point and Bristlecone Point, offering commanding views from some of the highest elevations in the region. These vantage points reveal the full scope of the amphitheater-like canyons and the striking color gradations of the exposed rock layers.
As you cross into Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, the landscape transforms dramatically. This 1.9-million-acre wilderness contains some of the most remote and scientifically significant terrain in North America. You'll observe the monument's namesake "staircase" of sedimentary rock layers spanning five distinct ecological zones.
From your aerial perspective, you'll witness the monument's labyrinthine slot canyons, massive escarpments, and tectonic features typically inaccessible to ground travelers. These formations record over 275 million years of Earth's history, with exposed strata revealing ancient environments from shallow seas to verdant swamplands.
With a full hour aloft—double the duration of standard tours—you'll have extensive opportunities to absorb the scale and diversity of these contrasting landscapes while capturing compelling aerial images of terrain few visitors ever witness.
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Things Included
Panoramic views of Bryce Canyon and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument
Personal pilot narration covering the unique history and geology of both regions
Exclusive views of remote landscapes, deep canyons, and stunning rock formations
Extended flight time for unmatched photo opportunities and aerial perspectives