TARIFF 2013/2014

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TARIFF 2013/2014
TARIFF
2013/2014
Grand Canyon • Grand Canyon Ranch Resort • Las Vegas
We are proud to have safely flown over 1.4 million passengers.
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MUSIC & NARRATION. A first time ever, $150,000
custom “iPhone® technology” system provides a selection
of 10 foreign language tour narrations, surround sound
music, private communication between individual parties,
Bose® noise attenuating headsets, and GPS activated tour
narration. These high tech additions are absolute marvels
of engineering, and make our Grand Canyon tours the
best in the world.
PERFORMANCE. The fastest and most powerful
helicopter to take to the air, the AgustaWestland has a top
speed of 175 mph, or 281 KPH. Its range: 616 miles, or 953
KM. It has a useful load of 3000 lbs, or 1363 KG.
Dear Travel Colleague,
SAFETY. The AgustaWestland 119 takes safety to a
higher level. This aircraft’s safety features exceed other
helicopters in its class. Included are dual hydraulic and fuel
systems, and it’s the first tour helicopter equipped with an
SAS (autopilot) system.
This is an exciting year for both Heli USA Airways and
Grand Canyon Ranch Resort, with the addition of more
exciting tour attractions, an increase in accommodations;
plus TEN new heli pads being constructed for a
completely NEW fleet of custom designed tour helicopters.
In addition to our new aircraft, we’re also excited to
announce some new and updated tours, including the
Grand Canyon Explorer, Grand Canyon To The Edge and
Beyond, and Chariot of Fire—each one offering additional
attractions and competitive pricing.
Heli USA Airways is proud to be the first
to introduce its own customized seven
passenger AgustaWestland 119 Ke into the
helicopter tour industry so our passengers
can enjoy the ultimate flying experience.
On behalf of Heli USA Airways and Grand Canyon Ranch,
I’d like to thank you for your support, and with great
pleasure look forward to a mutually successful 2013/2014.
Sincerely,
Designed in Italy and England by AgustaWestland, two
of the best known aircraft manufacturers in the world, the
NEW Augusta 119 Ke is referred to by many in the industry
as the “Ferrari of Helicopters.” This magnificent machine is
truly in a class by itself, providing the very best in..
Nigel Turner
President/CEO
LUXURY. With a retail price tag of nearly four million
dollars, it’s no surprise that the Agusta 119 Ke is one of the
most luxurious jet helicopters on the market today.
VISIBILITY. Huge windows, custom designed for Heli USA
Airways, provide all-around panoramic views—including
near vertical views for seeing the Grand Canyon in an
exciting new perspective.
“Flying with Heli USA Airways, you see the wonders of the
Grand Canyon with the very latest in helicopter technology
and then land at Grand Canyon Ranch for a true western
experience. What a fantastic trip and a great opportunity
for everyone!”
COMFORT. With seven
of the largest and most
comfortable seats in any
tour helicopter, weight
blocks or cramped
conditions are no longer
an issue. The Agusta 119
Ke is also equipped with
a powerful air conditioner
for complete comfort in
the 100-plus temperatures
at the Grand Canyon and
Las Vegas.
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—Geoff Hoon, Former Leader of the House of Commons, UK
“Safe. Reliable. Powerful and fast.”
—Michael Griffiths, CEO of Life Flight Network, one
of the largest EMS organizations in the United States,
commenting on the new Agusta 119 Ke fleet.
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Heli USA Flight Routes
Iron Mountain
Horse Flat Canyon
Grand Canyon Ranch
Private Helipads
Burnt Canyon
Quartermaster Canyon
Descent Canyon
Spirit Mountain
Bat Towers
Eagle Rock
Guano Point
Bat Cave
To Las Vegas
(70 miles)
Grand Wash Cliffs
Thunderbird
Mountain
Las Vegas to Grand Canyon Flight Routes
Grand Canyon To The Edge and Beyond
Apollo Las Vegas Night Strip Flight
Grand Canyon
Nat’l Park
Lake Mead Nat’l
Recreation Area
McCarran Int’l Airport
Grand Canyon
Nat’l Park
Hoover Dam
Diamond Bar Rd.
Dolan Springs
K
To
Waterfalls
North
ing
ma
Grand Canyon Ranch
n
Main Gorge
Lake Mead
Indian
Reservation
Pierce Ferry Rd.
Grand Canyon Explorer//Chariot of Fire
Grand Canyon To The Edge & Beyond Flight
To The Edge & Beyond Extended Flight
Grand Canyon & Las Vegas Tours — Destination Grand Canyon, Grand Canyon Ranch and Las Vegas
Day Tour Departing from Las Vegas McCarran International Airport.
Grand Canyon Explorer by Helicopter
Eight unforgettable experiences in one day including extensive flight below the rim
and landing at the historic Grand Canyon Ranch on the West Rim.
Fly Farthest and Deepest
Below the Rim of the Grand Canyon
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xperience a spectacular helicopter flight below the rim of
the Grand Canyon and land at the Grand Canyon Ranch.
Your narrated flight departs from McCarran Int’l Airport next to the Resort
Hotels. Beyond the Hoover Dam and Lake Mead the Grand Canyon awaits. All
your senses will be heightened with all round views and choreographed music
as you descend into the largest theatre in the world —The Grand Canyon.
As you fly farther and deeper you enter the heart of the canyon and enjoy
breathtaking views of the Colorado River, mile-high canyon walls and towering
stone spires. Soar as if on a magic carpet below spectacular rock formations
such as Eagle Rock, and Guano Point. You will be shown the canyon’s
hidden secrets such as the site where mutineers on General Wesley Powell’s
expedition were killed by Indians.
Your helicopter will explore the grandeur of the Grand Canyon, one of the
seven natural wonders of the world. Onboard a “Pegasus” luxury jet helicopter,
you will fly 1,500 feet below the rim, soaring past towering, stone buttresses
and columns bathed in an ever-changing kaleidoscope of colors. As you
descend, you’ll pass through millions of years of geological time. Next, you
land at the 165 square mile Grand Canyon Ranch. You are welcomed with
a champagne toast at our own private helipad. In a covered wagon, you
drive away through a Joshua Tree forest where you hear stories about the
Cohina Indians, The Last Indian Ghost Dance and the notorious Gun Fighter
Tap Duncan. A rodeo demonstration and western-style meal complete with
authentic Country & Western musicians are part of your experience. Wranglers
take you on a horseback or wagon buffalo safari to discover the icon of the
Old West—the buffalo.* Your experience then concludes with a spectacular
flight down the famous Las Vegas Strip. Round-trip hotel transfers included.
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ound trip excursion aboard one of our executive
helicopters, either an A-Star or AW119, to the Grand
Canyon.
• Panoramic views of Hoover Dam, Lake Mead,
Iceberg Canyon, Silver Mines, dormant volcanoes
and the famed Las Vegas “Strip”.
• Spectacular helicopter flight below the rim of the
Grand Canyon.
• E xclusive Bose surround-sound music and narration
in 10 languages (AW119 only)
• An approximate 1 hour, 45 minute stop at the
Historic Grand Canyon Ranch Resort located on the
west rim of the Grand Canyon Plateau.
• After a champagne toast, travel by an authentic
horse-drawn wagon through a Joshua tree forest
to the air-conditioned ranch house for a sit-down
western-style meal complete with live entertainment
in our full-service restaurant and bar.
• Professionally narrated show in our arena covers
the history of the American cowboy and the West.
Cowboy skills displays include Corriente cattle
roping, quarter horse riding and draft horses.
• Available Ranch activities include horseback riding
to see the resident herd of American Buffalo
(additional charge).
• Las Vegas hotel transfers.
*Guided Horseback or wagon buffalo safari are additional charge and payable locally.
DURATION: Allow approx. 4 hrs 30 min. hotel to hotel. Round trip
flight approx. 1 hr. 30 min with an approx. 1 hr, 45 min landing at
the Ranch.
SCHEDULE AND RESERVATIONS: This tour may be free sold up to 6
passengers per tour. All free sell bookings must be reported to Heli
USA Reservations on a sell and report basis.
NOTES: Appropriate clothing and footwear advised. Children under
age 6 must at all times be accompanied by parent or guardian. Must
be 9 years old or older to participate in optional horseback rides.
Passenger/Guest Comments:
Descend thousands of feet below
the rim of the Grand Canyon itself
soaring past towering buttresses
and columns.
Authentic horse-drawn wagon ride
from your helicopter to the Ranch
headquarters through a Joshua tree
forest.
Descend thousands of feet below
the rim of the Grand Canyon itself
soaring past towering buttresses
and columns.
Champagne toast at the exclusive
and historic 165 square mile Grand
Canyon Ranch Resort.
Time to spend reliving the old west
with real cowboys, their horses, cattle
and legends. Plus time to shop and
enjoy a cold beer.
“Had a fantastic and informative trip to the Grand
Canyon. The pilot was both entertaining and
knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend.”
—Trip Advisor comment, June 2012
Delicious western meal served
in the restaurant and bar while
being entertained by professional
musicians.
Booking
Code
Tour Name
Adult or
Child
Retail Price
Without Fees
G1A
Grand Canyon Explorer
By Helicopter
Adult
$439
G1B
Grand Canyon Explorer
By Helicopter
Adult
G1C
Grand Canyon Explorer
By Helicopter
Child
G1D
Grand Canyon Explorer
By Helicopter
Child
Retail Price
With Fees
Time to enjoy an optional safari on
horseback or wagon to view our herd
of wild buffalo (payable locally).
Learn about our wild buffalo herd and
corriente long horn cattle.
Fees
Notes
$60 for GCR
$60 fees will be collected
at check in.
$60 for GCR
$60 fees will be collected
at check in.
$499
$339
$399
For more information on this Heli USA Airways Tour, visit heliusa.com/tours/grand-canyon-helicopter-tours
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Grand Canyon & Las Vegas Tours — Destination Grand Canyon, Grand Canyon Ranch and Las Vegas
Departing from Las Vegas To The Grand Canyon
To The Edge & Beyond
Grand Canyon By Helicopter
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njoy a scenic drive through the sage brush & wheat grass
valleys on your narrated round trip tour by luxury coach or
mini bus.
You will see many sights including the Hoover Dam on your way to the Grand
Canyon Ranch Resort. From the ranch, you will depart from the private
helipad where all of your senses will be heightened with spectacular views and
choreographed music as you descend into the largest theatre in the world—
The Grand Canyon.
As you fly farther and deeper into the heart of the canyon, you will fly over the
Colorado River, past mile-high Canyon walls and towering stone spires. View
spectacular rock formations such as Eagle Rock. You will be shown the canyons
hidden secrets such as the site where mutineers on General Wesley Powell’s
expedition were killed by Indians.
A rodeo demonstration and light western-style lunch complete with authentic
Country & Western musicians are part of your experience.
Passenger/Guest Comments:
• L uxury van or mini-bus pickup from hotels by tour
guides who will narrate the trip
• Transport to the Grand Canyon Ranch on the
west rim of the Grand Canyon includes a photo
opportunity stop to see Hoover Dam
• Board executive A-Star or luxurious AW119
helicopter to fly farther and deeper into the heart of
the Grand Canyon
• Narrated flight highlights canyon landmarks
Horse-drawn wagon ride from helipad to ranch
house
• Rodeo demonstration
• Light western-style lunch complete with authentic
Country & Western musicians
• Las Vegas hotel transfers
DURATION: Allow approx. 6 hrs 30 min. hotel to hotel. “AMAZING TRIP!”
Excellent helicopter ride, pilot provided great information on local history.
The Ranch was great fun! Tasty meal and quality entertainment from real-life
cowboys! Highly recommend this trip! Well worth it. A++++
— Jonathan L, Australia
April 2012, viator.com
SCHEDULE AND RESERVATIONS: This tour may be free sold up to
12 passengers per tour. All free sell bookings must be reported to
Heli USA Reservations on a sell and report basis.
NOTES: Appropriate clothing and footwear advised. Children
under age 6 must at all times be accompanied by parent or
guardian. Must be 9 years old or older to participate in optional
horseback rides.
Descend thousands of feet below
the rim of the Grand Canyon itself
soaring past towering buttresses and
columns.
Descend thousands of feet below
the rim of the Grand Canyon itself
soaring past towering buttresses and
columns.
Time to spend reliving the old west
with real cowboys, their horses, cattle
and legends. Plus time to shop and
enjoy a cold beer.
Time to enjoy an optional safari on
horseback or wagon to view our herd
of wild buffalo (payable locally).
Authentic horse-drawn wagon ride
from your helicopter to the Ranch
headquarters through a Joshua tree
forest.
Time to enjoy an optional safari on
horseback or wagon to view our herd
of wild buffalo (payable locally).
Delicious western meal served
in the restaurant and bar while
being entertained by professional
musicians.
Panoramic views of Hoover Dam, Lake Exclusive Bose surround-sound music
Mead, Bowl of Fire and vast desert
and narration in 10 languages (AW119
landscapes.
Only)
Booking
Code
Tour Name
Adult or
Child
Retail Price
Without Fees
G2A
Grand Canyon to the Edge and
Beyond by Helicopter
Adult
$269
G2B
Grand Canyon to the Edge and
Beyond by Helicopter
Adult
G2C
Grand Canyon to the Edge and
Beyond by Helicopter
Child
G2D
Grand Canyon to the Edge and
Beyond by Helicopter
Child
Retail Price
With Fees
Land at our exclusive and historic 165
square mile Grand Canyon Ranch
Resort.
Fees
Notes
$30 for GCR
$30 fees will be collected
at check in.
$30 for GCR
$30 fees will be collected
at check in.
$299
$169
$199
For more information on this Heli USA Airways Tour, visit heliusa.com/tours/grand-canyon-helicopter-tours
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Grand Canyon & Las Vegas Tours — Destination Grand Canyon, Grand Canyon Ranch and Las Vegas
Departing from Las Vegas To The Grand Canyon
Grand Canyon Chariot of Fire
Helicopter Flight
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xtensive flight below the rim of the Grand Canyon!
Your narrated flight departs from McCarran Int’l Airport next to the Resort
Hotels. Fly past Hoover Dam and enormous Lake Mead. Then the Grand
Canyon awaits.
All your senses will be heightened with all round views and choreographed
music as you descend into the largest theatre in the world, “The Grand
Canyon”. Farther and deeper you fly and enter the heart of the Canyon itself.
Fly over the Colorado River, past mile-high Canyon walls and towering stone
stalactites. Soar as if on a magic carpet below spectacular rock formations such
as Eagle Rock, Guano Point and Thunderbird mountain. You will be shown the
canyons hidden secrets such as the site where mutineers on General Wesley
Powell’s expedition were killed by Indians. Be one of the few to join this select
world once only eagles saw!
Your flight concludes with a spectacular flight down the world famous Las
Vegas Strip. Round-trip hotel transfers included.
• V
an pickup from Las Vegas hotels
• Narrated executive helicopter flight from Las Vegas
to below the rim of the Grand Canyon aboard one
of our executive helicopters, either an A-Star or
AW119. • Panoramic views of the Valley of Fire, Hoover Dam,
Lake Mead, Bowl of Fire, Iceberg Canon, old Silver
Mines, dormant volcanoes and the famed Las Vegas
“Strip”.
• L as Vegas hotel transfers
DURATION: Allow approx. 3 hrs 30 min. hotel to
hotel. Round trip flight approx. 1 hr. 30 min.
SCHEDULE AND RESERVATIONS: This tour may be
free sold up to 6 passengers per tour. All free sell
bookings must be reported to Heli USA Reservations
on a sell and report basis.
Passenger/Guest Comments:
Passenger/Guest Comments:
“WHAT AN EXPERIENCE!”
“OUTSTANDING!”
“We both loved it! The view was indescribable and the service outstanding.”
— Trip Advisor comment
“OUT OF THIS WORLD!”
The whole ranch experience was friendly and entertaining.. I would definitely
do this trip again.
Views from the helicopter were amazing. The pilot was
great, extremely knowledgeable and very chatty, kept
us entertained the whole flight. The cowboys at the
ranch were friendly, the horse ride was good fun and
the food was very filling. All round excellent adventure.
If you’re going to Vegas this trip is a must.
— Mechla, April 2012, viator.com
— Trip Advisor comment
Descend thousands of feet below
the rim of the Grand Canyon itself
soaring past towering buttresses and
columns.
Descend thousands of feet below
the rim of the Grand Canyon itself
soaring past towering buttresses and
columns.
Booking
Code
Tour Name
Adult or
Child
Retail Price
Without Fees
G3A
Grand Canyon Chariot of Fire
by Helicopter
Adult
$379
G3B
Grand Canyon Chariot of Fire
by Helicopter
Child
$379
Exclusive Bose surround-sound music Descend thousands of feet below
and narration in 10 languages (AW119 the rim of the Grand Canyon itself
Only)
soaring past towering buttresses and
columns.
Retail Price
With Fees
Fees
For more information on this Heli USA Airways Tour, visit heliusa.com/tours/grand-canyon-helicopter-tours
Notes
No child’s discount.
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Grand Canyon & Las Vegas Tours — Destination Grand Canyon, Grand Canyon Ranch and Las Vegas
Departing from Las Vegas To The Grand Canyon
Grand Canyon Voyage & Helicopter Flight
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xtensive Grand Canyon Helicopter Flight and Colorado
River Rafting Combination Tour!
Premier Helicopter Tour – as featured by BBC’s Worldwide Journeys!
Combine a Grand Canyon Chariot of Fire helicopter flight taking you Below
the Rim of the Grand Canyon with a raft trip along the majestic Colorado River
through the Black Canyon itself.
You will raft through the spectacular Black Canyon, with its sheer cliffs of
multicolored rocks rising up around you, and the Canyon’s sandy beaches and
secluded coves are a delightful sight seen by few.
You’ll even be treated to a unique view of mighty Hoover Dam! As you float
down the Colorado you will hear amazing stories about the wildlife and history
of the Canyon. Included is a stop at a quiet cove for a picnic and refreshments.
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arrated executive helicopter return flight aboard
one of our executive helicopters, either an A-Star
or AW119 from Las Vegas to below the rim of the
Grand Canyon
• Panoramic views of the Valley of Fire, Hoover Dam,
Lake Mead, Bowl of Fire, Iceberg Canyon, old
silver mines, dormant volcanoes and the Las Vegas
“Strip”.
• Black Canyon float trip
• Picnic lunch and refreshments
• L as Vegas hotel transfers
DURATION: Allow approx. 8 hrs hotel to hotel. Flight time approx.
1 hr. 30 min.
SCHEDULE AND RESERVATIONS: This tour may be free sold up to 6
passengers per tour. All free sell bookings must be reported to Heli
USA Reservations on a sell and report basis.
NOTES: Tour operates daily February through November;
Wednesday and Saturday, December through January.
Passenger/Guest Comments:
Passenger/Guest Comments:
“Great Experience!”
“FANTASTIC TRIP!”
“The Staff, pilot, Cowboys are very helpful and warm and try to meet all of our
needs. Must try it!!!.”
— Fawaz A, January 2012, viator.com
— June 2012
“What an experience!”
Views from the helicopter were amazing. The pilot was great, extremely
knowledgeable and very chatty, kept us entertained the whole flight. The
cowboys at the ranch were friendly, the horse ride was good fun and the food
was very filling. All round excellent adventure. If you’re going to Vegas this trip
is a must.
— Mechla, April 2012, viator.com
Descend thousands of feet below
the rim of the Grand Canyon itself
soaring past towering buttresses and
columns.
Had a fantastic and informative trip to the Grand
Canyon. The pilot was both entertaining and
knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend.
This was the smoothest flight I have had. We had a
great time, horseback riding was so breathtaking.
Food was very good, hot and ready when we got
there. The staff were so helpful and entertaining.
— Charley, USA
December 2011, viator.com
Return narrated Helicopter flight from Panoramic views of Hoover Dam, Lake Colorado River Black Canyon float
our Executive Terminal at McCarran
Mead, Bowl of Fire, Iceberg Canyon
trip, picnic lunch and refreshments.
Int’l Airport to Grand Canyon Ranch
and Silver Mines.
Resort via the Grand Canyon.
Booking
Code
Tour Name
Adult or
Child
Retail Price
Without Fees
Retail Price
With Fees
G4A
Grand Canyon Voyage
& Helicopter Flight
Adult
$699
G4B
Grand Canyon Voyage
& Helicopter Flight
Child
$699
Fees
For more information on this Heli USA Airways Tour, visit heliusa.com/tours/grand-canyon-helicopter-tours
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Grand Canyon & Las Vegas Tours — Destination Grand Canyon, Grand Canyon Ranch and Las Vegas
Departing from Las Vegas To The Grand Canyon
Las Vegas Apollo Night Strip
Helicopter Tour
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his Las Vegas Apollo Night Strip Helicopter Flight is the
ultimate Las Vegas Strip tour!
This is the ultimate Las Vegas Strip tour, where the excitement begins with a
glass of champagne before you board your luxurious jet helicopter.
As you rise above the City of Lights, you will see spectacular views of the
dazzling Las Vegas Strip from the comfort of your jet copter! Cruise past
famous landmarks such as the Mandalay Bay, Excalibur, MGM Grand, New
York-New York, Planet Hollywood, Bellagio, Paris, The Venetian, Caesars
Palace, Wynn & Encore Las Vegas, the massive Stratosphere Tower rising 1,149
feet into the air, Fremont Street, and historic Downtown Vegas.
On your return you will pass the Mirage, Treasure Island, CityCenter and the
space beam of the Luxor Pyramid!
Passenger/Guest Comments:
• C
hampagne toast at terminal
• Van transfer from terminal to helipad
• Night flight above the lights of the famed Las
Vegas Strip featuring stunning views of City Center,
Bellagio’s fountains, Caesars Palace, the Wynn,
Stratosphere and the Freemont Experience.
• Van transfer returns passengers to terminal.
DURATION: Allow approx. 6 hrs 30 min. hotel to hotel. DURATION: Flight distance approx. 35 kilometers / 22 miles
SCHEDULE AND RESERVATIONS: This tour may be free sold up to
12 passengers per tour. All free sell bookings must be reported to
Heli USA Reservations on a sell and report basis.
Passenger/Guest Comments:
“Brilliant”
“Best vacation ever!”
After 8 days in Vegas I wasn’t looking forward to staying at the ranch, but our 2
night stay was the highlight of our holiday. Great atmosphere, great staff and
great singing round the campfire by Casey and his rasta friend! Bought his CDs
as gifts for our parents and they loved them.
Can’t wait to go back—booking soon!! A must stay.
– Leanne & Shaun, Pembrokeshire, Wales
Voted by my 16 year old daughter to be absolutely the
best night on a vacation ever. Incredible food, great
accommodations, and unparalleled hospitality. We not
only made memories, we made friends who changed
our lives. We will definitely return.
— Beverly, Washington, Pennsylvania, USA
Helicopter flight over the Dazzling Las Spectacular Views of Las Vegas
Vegas Strip.
landmarks.
Booking
Code
Tour Name
Adult or
Child
Retail Price
Without Fees
N1A
Las Vegas Apollo Night Strip
Helicopter Flight
Adult
$129
N1B
Las Vegas Apollo Night Strip
Helicopter Flight
Child
$99
Retail Price
With Fees
Exclusive Bose surround-sound music
and narration in 10 languages (AW119
Only)
Fees
For more information on this Heli USA Airways Tour, visit heliusa.com/tours/grand-canyon-helicopter-tours
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Grand Canyon & Las Vegas Tours — Destination Grand Canyon, Grand Canyon Ranch and Las Vegas
Departing from Las Vegas To The Grand Canyon
Grand Canyon Ranch
To the Edge and Beyond
Take flight from the Ranch and descend over 1,500 feet below the rim of the Grand Canyon.
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nly here can you experience this spectacular flight passing
some of the oldest rock formations in the world.
You will descend over 1,500 feet passing through millions of years of
geological time and viewing some of the oldest rock formation sin the world.
Pass by towering cathedral-like buttresses and stone columns bathed in everchanging colors, sights that were once only shared by eagles.
Two flights are available, the standard loop that takes you from the private
helipad by Spirit Mountain, past the Grand Wash Cliffs, the Bat Towers, Eagle
Rock, Guano Point, Descent, Quartermaster and Horse Flat Canyons.
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xecutive helicopter flight from the private helipad
at the exclusive Grand Canyon Ranch
• Two different tours are offered, the loop and the
extended.
• Proximity to the ranch opens the opportunity to
take advantage of optional activities offered at
the ranch, including meals, live entertainment,
horseback rides, wagon rides, buffalo safari and
refreshment at the Ranch House Bar.
Or select the extended tour that takes your farther and deeper to the
Watherfalls near Lake Mead , the Main Gorge of the Canyon and past
Thunderbird Mountain, then as you return to the helipad.
Descend thousands of feet below
the rim of the Grand Canyon itself
soaring past towering buttresses and
columns.
Descend thousands of feet below
the rim of the Grand Canyon itself
soaring past towering buttresses and
columns.
Land at our exclusive and historic 165
square mile Grand Canyon Ranch
Resort.
Retail Price
With Fees
Exclusive Bose surround-sound music
and narration in 10 languages (AW119
Only)
Booking
Code
Tour Name
Adult or
Child
Retail Price
Without Fees
F1A
To The Edge and Beyond
Adult
$189
No Child’s Discount
F2A
To the Edge and Beyond
Extended Flight
Adult
$249
No Child’s Discount
Fees
For more information on this Heli USA Airways Tour, visit heliusa.com/tours/grand-canyon-helicopter-tours
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Grand Canyon & Las Vegas Tours — Destination Grand Canyon, Grand Canyon Ranch and Las Vegas
Departing from Las Vegas To The Grand Canyon
Grand Canyon VIP Overnight Getaway
by Helicopter
Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour and Overnight Stay in a Genuine Pine Cabin or Authentic Tipi!
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ncludes Western entertainment and campfire,
dinner and breakfast at our Historic Grand Canyon
Ranch Resort.
Our luxurious ”Pegasus” jet copter will take you from the dazzle of
Las Vegas to the peace and tranquility of historic Grand Canyon
Ranch. Your flight includes spectacular views of Hoover Dam, Lake
Mead and the Grand Canyon. You will be one of the few to actually
descend by helicopter over 1,500 ft. below the rim of the Grand
Canyon itself. Afterwards, you will land at our Historic Grand
Canyon Ranch where you will be met by an authentic Horse drawn
Wagon for a ride through the Joshua Tree forest. Choose from
an optional guided Horseback or Horse-drawn Wagon Ride and
Buffalo Safari. Check in to your Cabin or Tipi, watch an amazing
sunset, then enjoy a champagne celebration welcome drink before
enjoying a romantic candlelight dinner in the ranch house. After
dinner, warm yourself by the campfire as a thousand stars twinkle
overhead, and listen to some of the prettiest (and original) western
songs sung by our cowboy balladeer. Our ranch house western
bar serves beer and wine (payable locally). Next morning, a
hearty ranch breakfast awaits you before boarding your luxurious
helicopter to Las Vegas, concluding with a flight down the famous
Las Vegas Strip.
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pectacular helicopter flight from McCarran International Airport
aboard one of our executive helicopters, either an A-Star or
AW119, to the Grand Canyon Ranch.
• Includes flight below the rim of the Grand Canyon
• Panoramic views of the Valley of Fire, Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, Bowl
of Fire, Iceberg Canyon, old silver mines, dormant volcanoes
• Two western-style meals (dinner and breakfast)
• Champagne toast on arrival
• Horse-drawn wagon ride through Joshua tree forest to Ranch House
• Ranch activities include opportunity for guided horseback ride
and buffalo safari, or horse-drawn wagon ride and buffalo safari
(paid locally)
• Overnight accommodates in a genuine pine cabin or authentic
Indian Tipi
• Campfire with entertainment provided by authentic country &
western musicians
• Return helicopter flight from Grand Canyon Ranch to McCarran
International Airport via the famed Las Vegas “Strip”
• Professionally narrated show in our arena covers the history of the
American cowboy and the West. Cowboy skills displays include
Corriente cattle roping, quarter horse riding and draft horses.
Descend thousands of feet below
the rim of the Grand Canyon itself
soaring past towering buttresses and
columns.
Return narrated Helicopter flight from Panoramic views of Hoover Dam, Lake Land at the base of the Grand Canyon
our Executive Terminal at McCarran
Mead, Bowl of Fire and vast desert
Plateau at the private 165 square mile
Int’l Airport to Grand Canyon Ranch
landscapes.
historic cattle ranch.
Resort via the Grand Canyon.
Overnight accommodations in a
Genuine Pine Cabin or Authentic
Indian Tipi.
Delicious western meal served
in the restaurant and bar while
being entertained by professional
musicians.
Campfire with Live Cowboy
Entertainment.
Booking
Code
Tour Name
Adult or
Child
Retail Price
Without Fees
Retail Price
With Fees
G5A
Grand Canyon VIP Overnight Getaway
by Helicopter (Cabin)
Adult
$799
G5B
Grand Canyon VIP Overnight Getaway
by Helicopter (Cabin)
Child
$699
G6A
Grand Canyon VIP Overnight Getaway
by Helicopter (Tipi)
Adult
$749
G6B
Grand Canyon VIP Overnight Getaway
by Helicopter (Tipi)
Child
$649
Authentic horse-drawn wagon ride
from your helicopter to the Ranch
headquarters through a Joshua tree
forest.
Learn about our wild buffalo herd and Overnight accommodations in a
corriente long horn cattle.
Genuine Pine Cabin or Authentic
Indian Tipi.
Fees
For more information on this Heli USA Airways Tour, visit heliusa.com/tours/grand-canyon-helicopter-tours
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Grand Canyon & Las Vegas Tours — Destination Grand Canyon, Grand Canyon Ranch and Las Vegas
Departing from Las Vegas To The Grand Canyon
Grand Canyon Overnight Escape
and Sunrise Helicopter
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rand Canyon Overnight Escape
Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour, Overnight Stay in a Genuine Pine
Cabin or Authentic Tipi!
One way by helicopter to or from Las Vegas via the Grand Canyon
to Grand Canyon Ranch. One way by mini-bus via the Hoover Dam
to or from Las Vegas to Grand Canyon Ranch. Check into your
Pine Cabin or Indian Tipi. Choose an optional Horseback Ride or
Horse-drawn Wagon Ride and Buffalo Safari. Enjoy a candlelight
dinner and live entertainment, followed by campfire songs under
the stars.
DURATION: Allow approx. 18 hrs. hotel to hotel. Drive time 2 hrs. 30 min. Return
flight 45 min.
SCHEDULE AND RESERVATIONS: Overnight cabin and tipi stays are subject to
availability.
NOTES: Standard cabins feature queen size bed, single bed in loft area, bathroom
with a cowboy bath tub or shower and fireplace or heater. Large cabins feature
a queen size bed, two single beds in the loft area, bathroom with a cowboy
bath tub and heater. Tipis include a queen size bed, personal walking lantern. Large Tipis come with a queen size bed, additional rollaway bed and walking
lantern. Appropriate clothing and footwear advised. Children under age 6 must
be accompanied by parent or guardian at all times. Must be 9 years or older to
participate in optional horseback ride. • L as Vegas hotel transfers
• Ground transportation by mini-bus to the historic Grand Canyon
Ranch via the Hoover Dam and Joshua Tree forest
• P
rofessionally narrated show in our arena covers the history of the
American cowboy and the West. Cowboy skills displays include
Corriente cattle roping, quarter horse riding and draft horses.
• Overnight accommodations in a genuine pine cabin or authentic
Indian tipi
• Two Western-style meals (dinner and breakfast)
• Campfire with entertainment provided by authentic country &
western musicians
• Round trip transfer includes one way helicopter flight aboard
one of our executive helicopters and one way transportation
aboard a luxury mini-bus or van. • Narrated flight will show the amazing formations of the Grand
Canyon from below the rim
• Panoramic views of the Valley of Fire, Hoover Dam, Lake
Mead, Bowl of Fire, Iceberg Canyon, old silver mines, dormant
volcanoes and ends with a tour of the famed Las Vegas “Strip”
• Optional ranch activities include guided horseback ride and
buffalo safari, or horse-drawn wagon ride and buffalo safari
(payable locally)
Passenger/
Guest Comments:
“EXPERIENCE THE RANCH!”
“Will definitely be going back for a second visit!”
—Trip Advisor comment
One way by helicopter to or from Las Overnight accommodations in a
Vegas via the Grand Canyon to Grand Genuine Pine Cabin or Authentic
Canyon Ranch. One way by mini bus
Indian Tipi.
via the Hoover Dam to or from Las
Vegas to Grand Canyon Ranch.
Ground tour by Mini-bus to the
Historic Grand Canyon Ranch via
Hoover Dam and the Joshua Tree
Forest.
Learn about our wild buffalo herd and Delicious western meal served
corriente long horn cattle.
in the restaurant and bar while
being entertained by professional
musicians.
Learn about our wild buffalo herd and Campfire with Live Cowboy
corriente long horn cattle.
Entertainment.
Overnight accommodations in a
Genuine Pine Cabin or Authentic
Indian Tipi.
Booking
Code
Tour Name
Adult or
Child
Retail Price
Without Fees
G7A
Grand Canyon Overnight Escape &
Sunrise Helicopter (Cabin)
Adult
$699
G7B
Grand Canyon Overnight Escape &
Sunrise Helicopter (Cabin)
Child
$599
G8A
Grand Canyon Overnight Escape &
Sunrise Helicopter (Tipi)
Adult
$649
G8B
Grand Canyon Overnight Escape &
Sunrise Helicopter (Tipi)
Child
$549
Retail Price
With Fees
Fees
For more information on this Heli USA Airways Tour, visit heliusa.com/tours/grand-canyon-helicopter-tours
Notes
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Grand Canyon & Las Vegas Tours — Destination Grand Canyon, Grand Canyon Ranch and Las Vegas
Departing from Las Vegas To The Grand Canyon
Grand Canyon Ranch
Overnight Escape by Car
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elf-Drive Grand Canyon Adventure Includes Overnight Stay,
Meals and Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour!
If you prefer an adventure on the open road, then take advantage of driving to
the historic Grand Canyon Ranch Resort, only 2 hours from Las Vegas!
The Overnight Escape by Car includes one overnight stay in a Genuine Pine
Cabin or Authentic Tipi, three meals, a ticket on the “To The Edge & Beyond”
Grand Canyon helicopter flight, and a campfire experience with live Western
entertainment.
The next morning, you are free to choose from the array of optional activities
available at the ranch, including a horseback or wagon ride buffalo safari.
NOTES: Standard cabins feature queen size bed, single bed in loft area,
bathroom with a cowboy bath-tub or shower and fireplace or heater. Large
cabins feature a queen size bed, two single beds in the loft area, bathroom
with a cowboy bath-tub and heater. Tipis include a queen-size bed, personal
walking lantern. Triple share tipi’s come with a queen-size bed, additional
rollaway bed and walking lantern. Appropriate clothing and footwear advised.
Children under age 6 must at all times be accompanied by guardian. Must be
9 years or older to participate in optional horseback ride.
Passenger/Guest Comments:
• O
vernight accommodations in a Genuine Pine
Cabin or Authentic Indian Tipi.
• Delicious western meals served in our Ranch House
restaurant and bar, while being entertained by
professional musicians.
• Campfire with live Cowboy entertainment.
• “To The Edge and Beyond” Helicopter Tour of the
Grand Canyon with a narrated flight highlighting
the amazing formations of the Grand Canyon from
below the rim.
DURATION: Check-in 3:00 pm, check-out 12:00 noon. Drive time
to Grand Canyon Ranch Resort is approx. 2 hours from Las Vegas.
Flight is approx. 30 km / 19 mi through Canyon.
ADDITIONAL COST: Bar and optional tours.
SCHEDULE AND RESERVATIONS: Overnight cabin and tipi stays
are subject to availability.
MEALS: Stays are inclusive of the daily meal package including;
breakfast, lunch and dinner served in the ranch headquarters.
Passenger/Guest Comments:
“Great Experience!”
“FANTASTIC TRIP!”
“The Staff, pilot, Cowboys are very helpful and warm and try to meet all of our
needs. Must try it!!!.”
— Fawaz A, January 2012, viator.com
Had a fantastic and informative trip to the Grand
Canyon. The pilot was both entertaining and
knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend.
— June 2012
“What an experience!”
Views from the helicopter were amazing. The pilot was great, extremely
knowledgeable and very chatty, kept us entertained the whole flight. The
cowboys at the ranch were friendly, the horse ride was good fun and the food
was very filling. All round excellent adventure. If you’re going to Vegas this trip
is a must.
— Mechla, April 2012, viator.com
Descend thousands of feet below
the rim of the Grand Canyon itself
soaring past towering buttresses and
columns.
Overnight accommodations in a
Genuine Pine Cabin or Authentic
Indian Tipi.
Booking
Code
Tour Name
Adult or
Child
Retail Price
Without Fees
Retail Price
With Fees
G9A
Grand Canyon Ranch
Overnight Escape by Car
Adult
$399
G9B
Grand Canyon Ranch
Overnight Escape by Car
Child
$299
This was the smoothest flight I have had. We had a
great time, horseback riding was so breathtaking.
Food was very good, hot and ready when we got
there. The staff were so helpful and entertaining.
— Charley, USA
December 2011, viator.com
Delicious western meal served
in the restaurant and bar while
being entertained by professional
musicians.
Fees
For more information on this Heli USA Airways Tour, visit heliusa.com/tours/grand-canyon-helicopter-tours
Campfire with Live Cowboy
Entertainment.
Notes
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Grand Canyon & Las Vegas Tours — Destination Grand Canyon, Grand Canyon Ranch and Las Vegas
Departing from Las Vegas To The Grand Canyon
Weddings and Honeymoon Packages
Whether You Are Getting Married or Renewing Your Vows,
Heli USA Provides the Ultimate Wedding Experience
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orld–Exclusive Grand Canyon Wedding
Ceremony Only Available with Heli USA Airways!
Experience this romantic exclusive Grand Canyon Wedding adventure with
Heli USA! Just 35 minutes from Las Vegas, the magnificent Grand Canyon
awaits your arrival in a luxurious Jet Helicopter. Enjoy an eagle eye’s view of
the Canyon as you become one of the few to actually descend below the rim.
Afterwards, you’ll land at our Historic Grand Canyon Ranch, to be transported
by Horse-drawn Wagon on the Joshua tree-lined Mormon Trail to the Ranch
House for your wedding ceremony. To complete this once in a lifetime
experience, you will be invited to sip champagne and cut your wedding cake.
Choose from an optional guided Horseback or Horse-drawn Wagon Ride and
Buffalo Safari, or Overnight Honeymoon Add-on. On your return flight, enjoy
yet another breathtaking view – the Las Vegas Strip!
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TOUR INCLUDES
upid’s Night Flight Wedding Ceremony Takes Place Aboard
a Luxurious Helicopter Flying Over the Strip.
Enjoy a champagne toast celebrating your special day. As you rise above
the “City of Lights” in your private and luxurious A-Star jetcopter, your officiant
will marry you on board over the dazzling Las Vegas Strip. Cruise past famous
landmarks such as the Mandalay Bay, Excalibur, MGM Grand, New York–New
York, Planet Hollywood, Bellagio, Paris, The Venetian, Caesars Palace, Wynn
& Encore Las Vegas, the Stratosphere Tower rising 1,149 feet, Fremont Street,
and historic Downtown Vegas. On your return you will pass the Mirage,
Treasure Island, City Center and the space beam of the Luxor Pyramid!
Your wedding ceremony will take
place in our beautiful orchard in front
of the Ranch House beneath Spirit
Mountain, or inside the Ranch House
if preferred.
• P
rivate Helicopter including Wedding Couple,
Minister, Photographer and up to two guests.*
• Spectacular helicopter flight from McCarran Int’l
Airport to the Grand Canyon Ranch including flight
below the Canyon Rim.
• Panoramic views of Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, and
Iceberg Canyon.
• Wedding Ceremony in choice of Grand Canyon
Ranch Orchard or Historic Ranch House.
• Return Helicopter Flight via the Las Vegas Strip.
• 6" wedding cake and champagne.
• A 12" rose cascade bouquet for the bride.
• Rose boutonniere for the groom.
• Personal wedding coordinator, photographer and
Wedding Photo CD.
• P
rivate Helicopter including Wedding Couple,
Minister, Photographer and up to three guests.*
• Spectacular helicopter flight from McCarran Int’l
Airport to view the lights of the famous Las Vegas
“Strip”.
• 6" wedding cake and champagne.
• A 12" rose cascade bouquet for the bride.
• Rose boutonniere for the groom.
• Personal wedding coordinator, photographer and
Wedding Photo CD.
Descend thousands of feet below
the rim of the Grand Canyon itself
soaring past towering buttresses and
columns.
Land at our exclusive
and historic 165 square
mile Grand Canyon
Ranch Resort.
Helicopter flight over the Dazzling Las
Vegas Strip.
Authentic horse-drawn
wagon ride from your
helicopter to the Ranch
headquarters through
a Joshua tree forest.
Personal Wedding
Coordinator,
Photographer and
Wedding Photo CD,
Minister’s donation
and driver’s gratuity.
Retail Price
With Fees
Private limousine
transfers.
Booking
Code
Tour Name
Adult or
Child
Retail Price
Without Fees
W01
Grand Canyon Wedding Ceremony
Adult
$4,950.00*
Private wedding party, up to 2 guests
W02
Grand Canyon Wedding Ceremony Guests
Adult
$399 per
person
24 Guests Max
W03
Grand Canyon Ranch
Honeymoon Package
Adult
$599 per
couple
35 Guests Max
W04
Honeymoon Package Guests
Adult
$299 per
person
35 Guests Max
W05
Cupid’s Night Flight Wedding
Adult
Starts at $895
30 Guests Max
Fees
Notes
*Prices may vary depending on ceremony. Contact Heli USA for more details and price quotes.
For more information on this Heli USA Airways Tour, visit heliusa.com/tours/grand-canyon-helicopter-tours
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Worldwide Media Coverage
Heli USA in the News
Featured Here Are Selected Heli USA Airways News Clips From The Media
Around The World!
News of The World – UK
“What DOESN’T happen in Vegas?”
by Jane Atkinson
I had joined Virgin Atlantic’s inaugural flight
from Manchester earlier this month. With
large comfy seats and friendly and attentive
staff, it rated as one of the best flying
experiences of my life.
And the following day I had the most
exhilarating trip of my life… on a helicopter
tour over Vegas (see www.heliusa.com/tour.
g09.html for more details).
I have to admit I was very nervous
beforehand until the pilot explained his
decades of experience.
Daily Star – UK
“Viva forever”
by Jerry Lawton
The bright lights of Vegas
delighted as much as the
ride over the Grand Canyon
And Vegas nudged further ahead in the
tourism duel the next morning with a visit
to one of the world’s most awe-inspiring
natural beauty spots right on its doorstep.
The Grand Canyon—two billion years of the
Earth’s geological history exposed in a 277mile long, 18-mile wide and one-mile deep
cavern—is just a two-hour car drive away.
But the best way to see it—and Vegas’
famous five mile Strip containing 19 of the
world’s 25 biggest hotels—is by air.
Heli USA Airways run chopper rides from
Vegas airport to the Canyon and their own
buffalo ranch on the west rim from $169 per
person.
After 45 minutes I found myself hovering
over one of the seven natural wonders of
the world—the immense Grand Canyon—
before descending straight into it.
Boss Nigel Turner is a Stockport-born.
Sandhurst Royal Military Academy graduate
who, after quitting the Army Air Corps,
headed to the US to pursue his childhood
dream of being a ranch hand.
We landed at the Grand Canyon Ranch five
miles away (www.grandcanyonranch.com)
which has a rich history of the Old West and
is a working cattle ranch.
Known locally as The English Cowboy, his
fleet of helicopters will whisk you to the
Canyon in 45 minutes—then plunge you
1,500 feet for nerve jangling close-ups.
If you fancy getting a flavour of the John
Wayne lifestyle, you can bed down in a
pine cabin, eat buffalo burgers and listen to
stories around the camp fire.
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“Take a helicopter ride to
another world”
by Ian Savage
Imagine one of the most awe-inspiring
sights on earth—the Grand Canyon, one of
the natural wonders of the world.
As we swooped through the air above the
glitzy famous Strip he pointed out the stars’
homes and near life-size replicas of the Eiffel
Tower, Venice’s Grand Canal and Rome’s
Colosseum.
Flying low through the massive split in the
earth and passing through the colorful,
rugged canyon walls was an unforgettable
experience.
Bolton News – UK
The ranch and the helicopter tour company
Heli USA are both owned by Stockport man
Nigel Turner, a former military pilot who saw
a gap in the market for well organised flying
tours to the Grand Canyon from Las Vegas
in the early 1990s. Nigel, who has been
bewitched by the Western USA since he was
a boy watching John Wayne films on TV at
his home in Offerton, acquired the ranch,
which is bigger in area than Manchester, in
2002.
He spent two years of hard work and lots of
money renovating the buildings, at the same
time carefully ensuring that they retained
their historic charm. The Diamond Bar ranch
was established in the middle of the 19th
century as part of the Mormon Trail, a 1,300
mile trek from America’s Mid West to Salt
Lake Valley in Utah, where the Mormons
founded Salt Lake City. A notorious
gunfighter, Tap Duncan set up home at the
ranch after riding with Butch Cassidy’s Hole
in the Wall Gang. Nowadays, there are still
real live cowboys and cowgirls running the
operation.
When we had landed at one of the
helicopter pads at the ranch, we were
taken in a horse drawn wagon, to the
main building, where a western-style meal
awaited us, along with a brief and gentle
horse ride (an optional extra, payable locally)
through the classic scenery, populated with
Joshua Trees, to be greeted by real cowboy
entertainers, who shared their stories and
songs—and we also got a glimpse of wild
buffalo.
The ranch has luxurious wooden cabins for
hire for overnight stays and is soon to launch
an overnight campout where you can saddle
up, ride into the sunset with an experienced
guide and stay at a rustic cowboy camp and
listen to traditional tales around a camp fire.
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Sunday Mirror – UK
“Dude, How to Wed… in Vegas”
by Sarah Turner
The Classic once in a lifetime experience
in Las Vegas is a helicopter ride over
the Grand Canyon. Nigel Turner is from
Stockport, Greater Manchester, but is an all
American Success Story now. He owns Heli
USA (www.heliusa.com) and his own dude
ranch in Arizona. He is a former British Army
Helicopter Pilot whose passengers have
included former Prime Minister Baroness
Thatcher. His guests fly in a fleet of luxury
Pegasus helicopters from Las Vegas airport
across the Hoover Dam and Lake Mead
before they arrive at Nigel’s Ranch in the
Middle of the Grand Canyon Area. It’s a
magical Experience, rounded off with a
horse ride and a chance to see the herd of
buffalo that Nigel has re introduced into the
wild, Helicopter Tours start at $169pp (£1
00) and rise to $499 (£300) for a day trip to
Diamond Bar Ranch.
The Sheffield Star – UK
“Nigel feels at home on range”
by Colin Drury
“Cowboys are a dying breed—not because
there’s no young Americans who want to be
cowboys but because of the industrialisation
of farming, and that’s such a tragedy. It is
a skill, an art, a part of history that really
shouldn’t be allowed to be forgotten.
“We have buffalo here, hundreds of cattle,
cowboys on horseback working the ranch.
We like tourists to come and visit us but I
always stress this: it is a working ranch above
all else.”
So, the obvious question: How did an
Englishman, whose grandfather never even
left South Yorkshire and spent 50 years
working as a metal grinder at Oxspring
Mill, come to own a ranch in the American
desert?
There’s a not-so-obvious answer, and it all
starts when, as a British Army pilot, Nigel
gave Margaret Thatcher a helicopter ride
over Berlin.
“All the world leaders who came to the city
were given an orientation air tour,” says
Nigel, who left Penistone before he started
school but would spend entire summers
there with his grandparents, Daisy and
Austin Wordsworth. “I was assigned to
give Margaret Thatcher a tour and after the
15-minute flight, she was fascinated and
wanted to keep going and know more.
“It struck me that all her defences had come
down because she found it so amazing, and
I thought I could do this for everyone. This
could be a great tourist idea .”
So after leaving the army in 1986 the
Newcastle University graduate moved to the
US, bought an old piston engine chopper
(“it was like the helicopter out of M*A*S*H,”
he says) and started an air tours business
based in Los Angeles.
Nigel Turner is one of a dying breed in
the 21st century—he is a real-life cowboy
working the lands of the American wild west.
“We’ve flown 1.2 million people since 1996,
and there’s never anything but positive
feedback,“ he says.
What’s even more unusual is that Nigel
Turner is a Penistone lad. The 54-year-old,
who once played cowboys and Indians
round the lanes and farms of Oxspring, now
owns a 165-square-mile ranch in Arizona,
complete with 300 cattle, 50 horses and a
herd of buffalo.
“Tourists are astounded by everything from
the canyon itself to Las Vegas from the
air, to the Hoover Dam, even to the desert
landscape.”
He also has a home in Beverly Hills (“four
doors down from the Beckhams,” he says),
once helicoptered Margaret Thatcher
around Berlin, and built up his own Los
Angeles tour business, only to see it collapse
after the 1994 city riots and earthquake.
“It’s been,” he says, “quite some journey
from South Yorkshire.”
He’s not wrong.
It has led him to the American desert where
he sits today, dressed in chaps and hat, his
horse Rony tethered nearby, the furious sun
beating down.
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But it was Nigel who was astounded during
a flight in 2000 when he first noticed the
Diamond Bar Ranch he would come to buy.
When it came up for sale in 2002 he bought it.
As is tradition with cowboys, there was
minimal paperwork.
“I shook the guy’s hand and that was more
or less that,” he says. “There was a bond
between us as soon as we met—we trusted
each other.
“People said I was crazy to do it because I
had no experience of cattle and horses, and
because the place was a little neglected but
it just seemed perfect to me, like all those
boyhood dreams coming true.”
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Nearly 10 years on he says he has not
regretted the purchase for a single second.
He has reintroduced buffalo to the area,
boosted cattle numbers and now employs
12 full-time cowboys to help run the ranch.
Combining the property—renamed Grand
Canyon Ranch—with his helicopter business,
he does a package deal where tourists
board a flight in Las Vegas, see the Grand
Canyon by air, then land at the farmstead
to spend a day on the working ranch, even
sampling buffalo burgers for lunch.
For the especially adventurous he has built
basic log cabins where visitors can spend
the night, as long as they don’t mind the
calls of coyotes in the silent desert night.
Nigel stays there half the week—and the
other half goes back to Beverly Hills where
his wife Lesley and two young children Eden
and Sarina are based.
The sun’s setting now in Arizona.
“It’s a bit different to Oxspring,” he says.
“Although I love both places.
“Sometimes I’m still amazed at how
everything has worked out.”
Lancashire Evening Post – UK
“What happens in Vegas…“
by David Coates
There is probably not another city in the
world which has as many catchphrases and
cliches written
about it as Las
Vegas. If it’s Sin City that you seek, you will
have no problem finding it once you touch
down in the middle of the Nevada desert.
But, if this is a once-in-a-lifetime trip, don’t
let yourself leave Nevada without jumping
aboard a helicopter into neighbouring
Arizona to check out the iconic Grand
Canyon. I took the trip with HeliUSA, owned
by Manchester-born Nigel Turner, which
offers not only a great view over the Canyon,
but also a trip to the Englishman’s own ranch
out there.
This is true Wild West stuff with genuine
cowboy’s lassoing cattle, horse-back rides
through the desert and a chance to see the
ranch’s own herd of buffalo.
If the bright lights of Vegas doesn’t appeal
one night, you can even stay out on the
Western rim of the Grand Canyon in a pine
lodge or Indian tipi.
Las Vegas can be a once-in-a-lifetime visit
or, if you have the money, a more regular
stay but there is no doubt it is a place with
something for everyone and nothing within
reason—cannot be found.
For Day or
Authentic
Night guests the
Pine Cabins
following amenities
are available:
Available year round.
All cabins are detached, each one custom built, have
beautiful woodwork interiors, porches all with spectacular
views and containing authentic western artifacts such as
saddles and wagon wheels. The cabins are open year
round. Our western standard cabin has a queen size bed,
full separate bathroom with an antique cowboy bath-tub
or shower and fireplace or heater. Midsize cabins feature
a queen size bed, single bed in loft area, sleeping cot,
bathroom with tub or shower and fireplace or heater.
Large cabins feature a queen size bed, two single beds
in the loft area, full separate bathroom with an antique
cowboy bathtub and fireplace or heater. Daily maid service
is included.
• Fine restaurant and bar.
• P
rofessional musicians provide live western
entertainment. (complimentary)
• Campfires at night. (complimentary)
• Helicopter flights of the Grand Canyon.
• H
orseback and wagon rides to view our wild buffalo
herd.
Tipi Stays
• Sunset horseback ride.
• R
oping and other western demonstrations in our NEW
Rodeo Arena.
• Overnight campout.
Available 15th March to 15th November.
Some activities are at times not available due to weather
or the season.
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Each hand crafted authentic Indian Tipi is painted with
different symbols. They come with a comfortable double
bed and warm bedding. An additional rollaway bed may
be added to larger Tipis.
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Booking a Heli USA
Airways Tour or Grand
Canyon Ranch Resort
Accommodations,
Contacts and Support.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
» RESERVATIONS
Reservations for Heli USA Airways or Grand Canyon Ranch Resort are to be directed by phone,
fax, or email to the following offices:
»TOUR DEPARTING, LAS VEGAS
& GRAND CANYON
Reservations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tel: 702-736-8787
Telefax. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tel: 702-736-0835
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Mailing address:
Heli USA Airways/Grand Canyon Ranch Resort,
Las Vegas Executive Air Terminal, Suite 115,
235 East Tropicana Avenue, Las Vegas, Nevada 89169, USA
Tour booking code, Tour Name, Passenger name(s), Number of Passengers, Date of travel,
Hotel pick up and drop off (where applicable). Passengers must re-confirm their Heli USA
Airways tour 24 hours in advance by calling Toll Free number 1-800-359-8727 or 702-736-8787
»CHILD AGE
Applicable Child age 12 years and under.
»BOOKING GRAND CANYON RANCH
AND ACCOMMODATIONS
Grand Canyon Ranch is a historic working buffalo and cattle ranch encompassing 135
square miles of spectacular scenery on the West Rim of the Grand Canyon. The Ranch has
a restaurant, bar, nightly entertainment and daily rodeo demonstrations.
Cabins and teepees can be booked individually or including a meal package. Separate
Grand Canyon Ranch Resort Contracts are available. Separate summer and winter rates.
Standard pine cabins are all detached and feature western decor, a queen size bed, additional
rollaway bed, bathroom with a cowboy bath-tub or shower, fireplace or heater and air
conditioner. Large cabins have the same features with a queen size bed and one or two single
beds in the loft area.
Single and twin share Tipis, include Indian decor, a comfortable queen-size bed chest and
lantern. Triple share tipis come with a queen size bed, additional rollaway bed and walking
lantern. Communal toilets and shower.
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CLIMATE and OPERATING DATES
Grand Canyon Ranch is located on the West Rim of the Grand Canyon and is open year round
(unlike the South rim which often closes in winter) with a climate similar to Palm Springs. It is
cooler than Las Vegas in summer and beautiful in winter with often just a slight dusting of snow
on the surrounding mountains. Ideal times to visit are Thanksgiving, Christmas and New
Year. Cabins are open year round. Tipis are open 5th March through
15th November.
Please also contact our offices in:
Separate contracts can be requested for both
Heli USA Airways and Grand Canyon Ranch Resort.
UK Office:
»BROCHURE DESCRIPTION, PHOTO’S, TOUR
KBC PR & Marketing
Account Manager, Shane Fortey
Suite 3, Falmer Court, London Road, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 1HN
Tel: +44 (0) 1825 76 36 36
Mob: + 44 (0) 07714 773418
Email: [email protected]
DESCRIPTIONS
Each Heli USA Airways or Grand Canyon Ranch Product, each having a specific tour code, is
represented on our web site agents area or in our tariff. Only the photos and text (which you
can edit down for space) relating to this tour
code will be used to sell this product. These can be downloaded at
www.HeliUSA.com/agents or www.grandcanyonranch.com/agents
For additional assistance regarding Tariffs, Brochures, please contact the
Heli USA Airways/Grand Canyon Ranch Sales & Marketing office in USA,
UK or Germany.
Requirement To Proof Brochure Copy and Photos.
In order to ensure accuracy of Heli USA Airways or Grand Canyon Ranch Products it is required
that an authorized representative of our companies sign off in writing that they have seen and
approved a final draft of your brochure before it goes to print. In recent years there have been
too many serious discrepancies and this requirement is designed to protects both parties.
All tours and photo’s used in brochure material and/or internet pages must name Heli USA
Airways or Grand Canyon Ranch, LLC as the operator.
Booking Heli USA Airways Tours.
»INFORMATION REQUIRED TO SECURE FLIGHTS,
TOURS AND OVERNIGHT STAYS
When submitting a reservation, please provide the following information. The tour booking
code is vital.
Tour Booking Code, Tour Name, Passenger name(s), Number of passenger(s), Date of travel.
Hotel pickup and drop-off (where applicable).
The following passenger information must be written on your company voucher (where billing
has been approved);
Kate Burgess-Craddy
Managing Director
Suite 3, Falmer Court, London Road, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 1HN
Tel: +44 (0) 1825 76 36 36
Email: [email protected]
Lisa Cooper
Account Director
Suite 3, Falmer Court, London Road, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 1HN
Tel: +44 (0) 1825 76 36 36
Email: [email protected]
Germany Office:
Ralf Lieb, Managing Director
Lieb Management & Beteiligungs GmbH
Hauptstrasse 19a
D-83135 Schechen
Tel: +49 (89) 689 06 38-0 — Direct: -10 — Fax: -39
Mail: [email protected]
Web: www.lieb-management.de
Filiale Neubiberg: Lieb Management & Beteiligungs GmbH
Hauptstr. 28b – D-85579 Neubiberg
Anita Goldmann
MikullaGoldmann PR
Bavariaring 38
80336 München
Tel. +49 89 4521 86 12 — Fax +49 89 4521 86 20
Email: [email protected]
Internet: www.mikullagoldmann.de
For more information on this Heli USA Airways Tour, visit heliusa.com/tours/grand-canyon-helicopter-tours
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