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What is there to do at Grand Canyon?

There are activities for every member of your family to enjoy during your stay at the Grand Canyon. You can take in the breathtaking vistas from a Grand Canyon rafting trip or from one of the many Grand Canyon hiking trains. Visit the National Geographic Visitor Center in Grand Canyon, Arizona for information on the endless ways to experience the Grand Canyon.

National Geographic Expeditions
Now you can get the most out of your Grand Canyon National Park experience by joining one or more of the following naturalist guided excursions.

  • The Best of the Canyon
  • Deep in the Canyon
  • Images of the Grand Canyon

Airplane Tours
Fixed wing aircraft with climate-controlled cabins and panoramic view windows combine to make your tour a most memorable experience. Please visit the following links:

  • Grand Canyon Airlines
  • Air Grand Canyon
  • Scenic Airlines

Helicopter Tours
Experience the excitement of a Canyon air tour in state-of-the-art helicopters with specifically equipped vista view windows. Please visit the following links:

  • Papillon/Grand Canyon Helicopters
  • Maverick Helicopters

Bus Tours
Takes you to the Grand Canyon's most popular scenic overlooks and historic sites in a quiet, comfort-controlled tour bus. Visit the following links for more information.

  • Grand Canyon Tours of Splendor
  • Star Tours

Jeep Tours
Experience the wildlife, history and geology of the magnificent Grand Canyon on an outback, back-road Jeep Tour. Please visit the following links:

  • Grand Canyon Outback Jeep Tours

Grand Canyon Railway
Journey between Williams and Grand Canyon aboard this historic train, complete with an authentic western shoot-out.

Horseback Riding
Guided trail rides and a camp fire wagon let you experience the excitement of the Old West.

Mule Trips
Takes you deep into the Grand Canyon to Fred Harvey's Phantom Ranch where overnight lodging and meals are provided.

Rafting
Motorized and oar-powered rafts through the exhilarating whitewaters of the mighty Colorado River. Rental equipment is also available.

Hiking
There are numerous hiking trails along the South Rim of Grand Canyon and adjacent forested areas, with unforgettable overviews at every turn of the trail.

  • Scenic Rim Tours and Adventure Hikes
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