Mighty Five Aerial Adventure: 3-Day Private Southwest National Parks Safari
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3 days
Fitness Level
Light to moderate fitness; fine for travelers who can walk 1–3 miles on uneven terrain and board small aircraft.
Overview
Fly, jeep and hike your way across the American Southwest in three days. This private aerial safari links Grand Canyon, Antelope Canyon, Lake Powell, Arches, Canyonlands, Bryce and Zion with expert guides, private flights and open-air Jeep tours.
Mighty Five Aerial Adventure: 3-Day Private Southwest National Parks Safari
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You step out of a black SUV onto a sun-warmed tarmac just off the Las Vegas Strip, and the desert exhales beneath the roar of a small private plane. In minutes you’re climbing over Lake Mead, the water folding like glass; below, the Grand Canyon opens with immediate, uncompromising scale. This is not a postcard tour. It’s an active, airborne loop through the Colorado Plateau that stitches the Grand Canyon, Antelope Canyon, Horseshoe Bend, Arches, Canyonlands, Bryce, Zion and Monument Valley into a single three-day pulse of flight, jeep and short hikes.
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Adventure Tips
Book Early — Minimum Seats Apply
This private tour requires a minimum purchase and fills quickly; reserve months ahead, especially in spring and fall.
Layer for Big Temperature Swings
Desert mornings and high-elevation rims can be cold; pack a warm shell plus sun layers for afternoon heat.
Hydrate and Pace Hikes
Carry at least 1–2 liters of water during ground stops and choose short hikes—guides plan moderate options but the sun is intense.
Camera Prep: Wide + Fast
Bring a wide-angle lens for slots and a fast prime for low-light Antelope Canyon interiors; secure gear for open-air Jeep rides.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Desert bighorn sheep
- Red-tailed hawk
History
The route crosses ancestral lands of Navajo and Ute peoples; many formations hold cultural significance and trade-route history dating back centuries.
Conservation
Aircraft noise and high visitor numbers stress fragile desert soils and slot-canyon ecosystems—stay on designated paths, follow guide instructions, and pack out all waste.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Sturdy hiking shoes
Support and traction for rim scrambles, slickrock and short slot-canyon walking.
Sun protection (hat, SPF 30+)
Sun is intense across the plateau—broad protection prevents burns and fatigue.
summer specific
Light insulating layer
Cool mornings and high-elevation viewpoints need a warm, packable layer.
spring specific
Compact daypack with water reservoir
Keeps hydration, snacks and camera gear organized during short hikes and jeep stops.