Travel to Grand Canyon
One of the natural wonders of the world, the Grand Canyon amazes visitors with its enormous size and beauty. Tall limestone and sandstone cliffs sit high above the Colorado River as it snakes its way through 300 miles of canyon. Whether you witness the canyon from the rim above or from the river below, you'll never forget the beauty and majesty of this awe inspiring national park.
There are many ways to experience the Grand Canyon . The picturesque South Rim is the most popular place to see the canyon and offers visitors majestic panoramic vistas. The Grand Canyon West Rim with its famous glass skywalk offers visitors a convenient location only a few hours from Las Vegas . For those who would like to experience the canyon up close, a helicopter tour offers breathtaking views of the canyon's cliffs and the river below.
Grand Canyon Attractions:
South Rim
The South Rim is the most popular location to see the Grand Canyon . Here you can find great panoramic views of the canyon year round. The more adventurous can hike the Bright Angel Trail that runs down to the Colorado River and Phantom Ranch. The South Rim is also home to the Grand Canyon Village , a collection of hotels, restaurants and stores that serve visitors to the canyon.
North Rim
With smaller crowds and a beautiful backdrop of large ponderosa pines, the North Rim offers a quieter alternative to the busier South Rim. Here you will find impressive views of the canyon in a setting of tall pine forests. Because of its high elevation and heavy snowfall the North Rim is closed during the winter months starting from mid October to mid May.
Grand Canyon West Rim
Due to its proximity to Las Vegas and the large variety of services and attractions offered here, Grand Canyon West is one of the most convenient and fun ways to see the canyon. Only three hours from Las Vegas over the famous Hoover Dam, Grand Canyon West offers visitors Helicopter Tours into the canyon, overnight stays at the Grand Canyon Ranch, and of course the famous Grand Canyon Skywalk. The skywalk is a horseshoe shaped platform with a glass floor that allows visitors to walk out beyond the rim and look down thousands of feet into the canyon below.
Grand Canyon Helicopter Tours
There's no better way to get an up-close view of the Grand Canyon than on a breathtaking Helicopter tour. These tours provide stunning aerial views of the canyon as the helicopter flies along the rim and then descends down into the heart of the Grand Canyon .
Grand Canyon Ranch
The Grand Canyon Ranch is a 106,000 acre working cattle ranch located at the Grand Canyon West Rim. You'll have a chance to experience the old west with horseback rides, wagon rides, and cowboy songs and poetry before spending the night in your own private pine cabin or Indian Tipi. The ranch also provides hearty western meals, campfire entertainment, and a unique way to experience the beautiful Arizona desert and the Grand Canyon . The ranch also offers helicopter tours into the canyon.
Grand Canyon River Rafting
Rafting trips through the Grand Canyon offer the opportunity to see the canyon up-close as they travel along the Colorado River . Whether taking a thrilling one-day rafting trip or as part of a 6 day rafting expedition you'll have an unforgettable adventure in one of the most beautiful places in the world.
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