A short, high-altitude introduction to Glen Canyon country: this 40-minute helicopter tour from Page, Arizona, flies over Lake Powell and Horseshoe Bend and includes a landing atop Tower Butte on Navajo land. Ideal for travelers who want dramatic views without a long hike.
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You lift from the tarmac at Page Municipal Airport and the world tilts into a palette of rust, ochre and glass-blue. The helicopter climbs, rotors carving a steady wind that pulls dust off scrub and sends it streaming across the landscape. Below, the sinuous face of Glen Canyon and the discontinuous blue of Lake Powell open out like a map of extreme contrasts; to the south Horseshoe Bend knuckles the Colorado River into a perfect loop. Twenty minutes in the air feels like stepping into another scale of geography — one that insists you see how small a day’s drive is from the height of a machine that dares to land on a stone tower.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
40 minutes
Fitness Level
Minimal physical exertion required; passengers should be able to step into and out of a low aircraft and stand on relatively flat but exposed rock.
Wildlife
History
The landscape reflects Navajo stewardship and the mid-20th-century transformation when Glen Canyon was flooded to create Lake Powell after construction of Glen Canyon Dam in the 1960s.
Conservation
Operators work with Navajo Nation for landing permissions; visitors are asked to minimize disturbance, pack out trash, and follow tribal guidelines to protect sacred sites.
Reserve your spot on the Arizona Desert Helicopter Tour Including Tower Butte Landing today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Arrive Early for Weight & Safety Check
Show up 30 minutes before departure for check-in and scale checks — late arrivals can’t board and weight limits are strictly enforced.
Secure Small, Fast Camera
Bring a small camera with a strap and a wide-angle lens; large backpacks and loose items are not allowed on the aircraft.
Dress in Layers with Wind Protection
Even in summer the rotor wash and altitude produce a chill — a light windbreaker or fleece makes the landing time more comfortable.
Respect Navajo Landing Rules
Follow crew instructions at Tower Butte, stick to designated areas and avoid disturbing cultural sites on Navajo land.
Photo ID
Required for all passengers 18+ for check-in and security.
Windproof Jacket
Blocks rotor wash chill during flight and on the exposed Tower Butte landing.
spring
Compact Camera or Smartphone with Strap
Captures panoramic views without bulky gear; strap prevents accidental drops.
Sunglasses and Sunscreen
Desert sun is intense; protect eyes and skin during pre- and post-flight time outdoors.
summer