Golfers who want to spend a couple of days off the course are in the right spot if they are near the Grand Canyon National Park. Tourists have plenty of options when it comes to taking a tour of the Grand Canyon, one of North America's most magnificent natural creations. Grand Canyon National Park, located in Arizona, offers spectacular views for tourists of all ages. Tours feature hiking, safaris, camping, flying, a spin on a helicopter or a ride on a train.
Bar 10
Located on the North Rim, Bar 10 is in a remote location for many of the activities the canyon has to offer. From horseback riding, hiking and river rafting to skeet shooting and helicopter touring, Bar 10 offers an array of things to do while at this unique spot in the national park. Tourists can book an overnight package at Bar 10, which touts its knowledgeable and friendly staff.
Bar 10
Grand Canyon Bar Ten Airstrip
Mohave, Arizona
(800) 582-4139
Papillon Grand Canyon
One of the thrilling ways to tour the canyon is by helicopter. Papillon Grand Canyon Helicopters offers rides each day throughout the canyon. The service offers a ride to the bottom of the Grand Canyon where tourists can enjoy lunch or riders can take the ride of a lifetime where they can enjoy breathtaking views of the canyon below. The service also has airplane and bus tours.
Papillon Grand Canyon
Papillon Heliport
North Hwy 64
(888) 635-7272
www.papillon.com
Jeep Tours & Safaris
A great way to tour the national park is by jeep or on a safari hike with Grand Canyon Jeep Tours & Safaris. The local company offers tours of the canyon with a local guide who will describe the significance of the natural surroundings while sharing stories about the early settlers and cowboys. The tour company also offers a three-hour sunset tour in the Kaibab National Forest to search for wildlife, and a 90-minute Indian painting tour, in which tourists view ancient artwork up close.
Jeep Tours & Safaris
Hwy 64
Tusayan, Arizona
(800) 320-5337
www.grandcanyonjeeptours.com
Angel's Gate Tours
Adventurers of all skill levels and ages will have the time of their life as they hike through the canyon with Angel's Gate Tours. The company offers full-day scenic rim tours for beginners and full-day tours that go into the chasm. The tour company also offers custom tour packages for those who want to backpack down to the bottom of the canyon and spend the night under the stars.
Angel's Gate Tours
112 Kletha Trail
Flagstaff, Arizona
(800) 957-4557
www.angelsgatetours.com
Grand Canyon Railway
Traveling by train to the Grand Canyon can be an extraordinary experience for all ages. Grand Canyon Railway offers trips between Williams and the Grand Canyon South Rim. The railway has packages that include up to three night trips for those looking to take an easy pace to see the canyon. Train travelers can ride on a steam locomotive, which was unveiled to celebrate the railway's 20th anniversary.
Grand Canyon Railway
1201 West Route 66, #200
Flagstaff, Arizona
(800) 843-8724
www.thetrain.com
About The Author
Brendan O'Brien is a professional journalist in Milwaukee, Wis. He has worked for several news organizations, newspapers such as the "Milwaukee Journal Sentinel" and trade magazines during his 15-year career. He is currently a freelance writer who works for several publications.
