Valley of Fire Heli Landing Tour with Strip Flyover

Name: Valley of Fire Heli Landing Tour with Strip Flyover
Brand: LasVegasTour
Price: 349 USD
Availability: InStock

4.3(28 reviews)

•Provided by:5 Star Grand Canyon Helicopter Tours

⭐ 4.3/5 (28 reviews) | 💰 $349 | ⏱️ Duration: 1.5 hours | 👥 Up to 12 people

💡Does the Valley of Fire helicopter tour land?

Yes, this 1.5-hour Valley of Fire helicopter tour from Las Vegas lands on a private bluff and costs $349 per person. You fly 50 minutes over the Mojave Desert with pilot narration, touch down for a champagne toast and 30 minutes of free time, then return over the Strip past the Bellagio, Caesars Palace and the STRAT. Best for couples and photographers who want time on the ground, not just a flyover; not advised for those with spinal or heart conditions.

🎯 Why People Book This

The draw of this one is that it lands. Most Valley of Fire helicopter trips fly over and turn back, but here the 50-minute flight sets down on a private bluff for 30 minutes on the ground, with a champagne toast, before the return leg passes over the Strip. At USD 349 per person, you're paying for time out of the aircraft rather than a window seat the whole way. The decision is whether standing in the red rock for half an hour is worth more to you than a longer flight that never touches down.

🗺️ The Experience

The Valley of Fire Helicopter Tour and Landing is a 1.5-hour trip from a VIP heliport near the Las Vegas Strip that includes a 50-minute flight, a private plateau landing with a champagne toast, and a Strip flyover on the return, priced at USD 349 per person.

The day starts with hotel pickup, or you can meet at the operator's terminal opposite Mandalay Bay, where free parking is offered. After a quick check-in and a valid government ID that has to match your ticket, you meet the pilot and take off. The whole thing runs 1.5 hours start to finish, and the helicopter itself is in the air for 50 minutes of that, narrated as you cross the Mojave Desert toward Valley of Fire State Park.

On the ground you get 30 minutes of free time on a private bluff in the park, with the champagne toast and a clear shot of the red rock formations the area is known for, including the Bee Hives and Elephant Rock. The pilot covers the geology and history before you land. The return leg is the second show: a pass over the Strip with the Bellagio, Caesars Palace, and the STRAT Tower below you.

What sits on top of the base is the time of day, not the route. The two options offered are a Daytime flight and a Sunset flight, so the choice is when you fly, not how far or how long. The flight is short and the landing is the point. What you are paying for here is the aircraft and the private plateau, not the half hour you actually stand on the rock.

🤔 Is It Worth It?

Our verdict: The real question isn't whether to fly over the desert - it's whether you want the helicopter to actually set down. This is for the traveler who wants to stand somewhere they couldn't otherwise reach, not just look at it through glass, and who'd rather spend 90 minutes on a landing than three hours circling a rim. The Strip flyover is the bonus on the way out, not the reason to book.

Worth it if:

you want a helicopter trip that puts you on the ground in the desert, not one that only buzzes the canyon and turns around
you'd rather keep the day short, 1.5 hours total, than commit a half-day to a Grand Canyon run
you've already seen the Strip from street level and want it from the air without making that the whole point of the trip

Skip it if:

the Grand Canyon is the thing you actually came west for; Valley of Fire is closer and quicker, but it isn't the canyon, and a West Rim landing tour is what you'll wish you'd booked
a 4.3 rating across only 28 reviews leaves you wanting more certainty than this one can give yet

Choose this over the Grand Canyon West Helicopter with Canyon Floor Landing if:

you'd take a landing you can do in 90 minutes over one that eats 4.5 hours of your day, and the red rock close to town is enough for you

Tour at a Glance

Duration	1.5 hours
Price (from)	$349 per person
Departure	Hotel pickup or meet at start
Ages	Ages 2+
Group size	Up to 12 per booking
Physical level	Easy (all fitness levels)
Languages	English
Options	2 options
Operator	5 Star Grand Canyon Helicopter Tours
Cancellation	Free up to 24 hours before
Rating	4.3/5 (28 reviews)

DurationPrice (from)

1.5 hours$349 per person

DurationDeparture

1.5 hoursHotel pickup or meet at start

DurationAges

1.5 hoursAges 2+

DurationGroup size

1.5 hoursUp to 12 per booking

DurationPhysical level

1.5 hoursEasy (all fitness levels)

DurationLanguages

1.5 hoursEnglish

DurationOptions

1.5 hours2 options

DurationOperator

1.5 hours5 Star Grand Canyon Helicopter Tours

DurationCancellation

1.5 hoursFree up to 24 hours before

DurationRating

1.5 hours4.3/5 (28 reviews)

✅ What's Included

50-minute helicopter flight
Hotel pickup and drop-off
30 minutes free time at Valley of Fire private bluff
All fees and taxes

❌ Not Included

Gratuities for pilot
Food and beverages (except champagne toast)
Personal expenses

🛡️ Practical Info

Departure / Pickup: Hotel pickup included; or meet at the operator's terminal opposite Mandalay Bay and Four Seasons Hotel, off Four Seasons Drive at Haven Street. Free parking on site.
Best Time to Visit: Sunset departure available as an upgrade; daytime flights offer clearer visibility over the Valley of Fire red rock formations.
What to Bring: Valid government-issued photo ID (required to board; must match the name on the ticket), sun protection, and a camera.
Free Cancellation: Full refund if cancelled at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure.
Booking Tip: Only 12 seats per booking; reserve early during peak Las Vegas travel periods to secure your preferred departure time.
Physical Level: Suitable for all fitness levels. Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health.
Minimum Age: Ages 2 and up; infants must sit on an adult's lap.
Weight Policy: Passengers exceeding 250 lbs (122 kg) must purchase an additional seat.
Accessibility: Passengers with physical limitations must be accompanied by someone able to lift them 42 inches into the helicopter.

💡 Insider Tip

The landing on the private bluff is where the Strip flyover gives way to a 30-minute walk among the red rock, so book the Sunset tour if you'd rather have that free time under low light than midday glare for the photos at Bee Hives and Elephant Rock.

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LasVegasTour Editorial Review

★★★★★★★★★★LasVegasTour Rating

“What you're buying here is the landing, not the flight. Plenty of helicopter tours buzz the red rock; this one sets down on a private bluff for 30 minutes on the ground, which is the difference between seeing Valley of Fire and standing in it. At $349, the champagne toast is garnish; the foot time is the point. Skip it if you only want air views of the Strip.”

By LasVegasTour Editorial TeamJun 16, 2026

⭐ Guest Reviews

4.3(28 reviews)

Verified reviews from travelers who booked this tour through Viator

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Does this helicopter tour land at Valley of Fire?▾

Yes. The helicopter lands on a private bluff at Valley of Fire State Park, where you get 30 minutes of free time to explore and take photos.

Is hotel pickup included in the price?▾

Yes. Hotel pickup and drop off are included. You can also choose to meet at the start point, the terminal opposite the Mandalay Bay and Four Seasons, which offers free parking.

Does the flight go over the Las Vegas Strip?▾

Yes, on the return flight. You fly over the Strip with aerial views of landmarks including the Bellagio, Caesars Palace, and the STRAT.

Is there a weight limit for passengers?▾

There is no hard cutoff, but passengers exceeding 250 lbs (122 kg) are required to purchase an additional seat for safety and comfort.

What is included in the champagne toast?▾

The tour includes a champagne toast after landing at Valley of Fire. The tour details do not specify what is served beyond this; confirm with the operator when booking.

How long is the actual flight time?▾

The helicopter flight is 50 minutes. The full tour runs about 1.5 hours and includes 30 minutes of free time at Valley of Fire.

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