

Lake Mead National Recreation Area
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It’s hard to believe that Sin City is only a few hours away from Lake Mead National Recreation Area, with dramatic and often surreal scenery of sharp craggy mountains, deep canyons, and desert basins. Coboldmprising the areas around Lake Mead and Lake Mohave, this recreation area attracts water sports enthusiasts, boaters, and nonboaters alike.
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Extended Grand Canyon West Rim Air-Only Helicopter Tour
Fly to the West Rim of the Grand Canyon, and soar over the canyon walls into its mysterious depths on this scenic flight from Las Vegas. Marvel at sights such as the Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, and Fortification Hill from above, then feel the exhilaration of flying along the rim of the Grand Canyon. Choose from several departure times for this tour, which includes round-trip hotel transport.
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$319.00
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$319.00
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Grand Canyon West Rim Luxury Helicopter Tour
Hop onboard a helicopter for a luxury sightseeing tour to the Grand Canyon. Listen to informative commentary from your pilot as you get an aerial perspective on the majestic grandeur of the Grand Canyon and Colorado River. On the way, you'll also see landmarks such as Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, Black Canyon, and the Las Vegas strip. Your tour includes a stop at the Grand Canyon West airport, with time for some quick shopping at a Native American gift boutique.
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$329.99
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$329.99
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Grand Canyon West Rim Airplane Air Tour
Add an air-only tour of the Grand Canyon to any Las Vegas vacation. Experience one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World from the air on this guided adventure from Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon. Fly from Boulder City, Nevada over Lake Mead, the largest reservoir in the US, and the famous Hoover Dam en route to the Grand Canyon’s West Rim on a short flight. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Grand Canyon and Colorado River.
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$199.99
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$199.99
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Valley of Fire & Hoover Dam Photo Tour from Las Vegas
Tour the Valley of Fire with a guide and get the best possible photos of the otherworldly landscape on this photography tour. With round-trip transportation from Las Vegas included, there's no need to rent a car and you can enjoy the scenery on the journey. Spend the day exploring the unique landscape and capturing photos of the area's flora, fauna, and natural formations.
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$116.89
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Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour with Champagne Toast
Fly like a VIP to the Grand Canyon on a round-trip helicopter ride of a lifetime. Toast to your aerial adventure from Las Vegas or Boulder City with a Champagne picnic on the canyon floor—4,000 feet (1,219 meters) below the West Rim. You’re transferred between your hotel and the executive terminal with fast-track check-in for an early morning, late morning, afternoon, or sunset flight. Cast your gaze over Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, Grapevine Mesa, Joshua Tree, and the Grand Wash Cliffs Wilderness while listening to your pilot’s commentary.
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$399.99
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Grand Canyon Deluxe Helicopter Tour from Las Vegas
Fly from Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon in a sightseeing helicopter, touch down deep in the canyon for a Champagne toast, and explore the scenic desert landscape in luxurious style. This Grand Canyon helicopter tour includes plenty of flying time, hotel pickup and drop-off in Las Vegas, and drinks and snacks on a private bluff inside the Grand Canyon.
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$469.00
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Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour with Optional Below-the-Rim Landing and Skywalk
What’s the ultimate way to have a Grand Canyon experience from Las Vegas? Try this exciting helicopter tour. Enjoy a scenic flight from Las Vegas to the West Rim of the Grand Canyon. Take in the breathtaking views from the overlooks at Eagle Point and Guano Point. As added options, visit the Grand Canyon Skywalk for a photo opportunity or swoop down to the base of the canyon to experience the stunning views from below. Las Vegas hotel pickup/drop-off included.
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$429.00
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$429.00
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Hoover Dam Hummer Tour from Las Vegas
Travel to the Hoover Dam in a luxury Hummer H2 during this half-day excursion from Las Vegas. Upon arrival, take the Discovery Tour, an experience that includes riding an elevator into the depths of the Black Canyon's walls to check out the power plant generators.
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$143.00
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$143.00
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Grand Canyon North Rim Air and Ground Tour with Optional ATV Ride
Experience the grandeur of the Grand Canyon’s North Rim on this full-day air and ground tour over Lake Mead and the Hoover Dam. After landing near the secluded Bar 10 Ranch at the North Rim, embark on one of two options, both allowing for scenic views of this remote side of the canyon. The guided ATV option will take you along the canyon’s rim on an all-terrain vehicle through Whitmore Canyon and the Lake Mead Recreation Area. The non-ATV option leads you on a guided Polaris Ranger tour of the canyon’s edge.
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$362.99
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$362.99
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Grand Canyon Western Ranch Experience with Helicopter Tour and Optional Horseback Ride
Experience the Old West on a full-day tour to Grand Canyon Western Ranch from Las Vegas. Pass Hoover Dam and Lake Mead as you drive to the ranch. Ride in an old-fashioned wagon to the helicopter and take a 20-minute helicopter tour of the Grand Canyon. Return for a Western-style barbecue accompanied by cowboys sharing tales of ranch life and local Native American history. Enhance your western experience with a 45-minute ride on horseback that follows parts of the historical Mormon Trail through Joshua Tree National Park.
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$478.60
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ATV Tour of Lake Mead and Colorado River from Las Vegas
This fun-filled tour by ATV includes plenty of history and excitement. Venture into Lake Mead Recreation Area and see the Colorado River and the Hoover Dam with your friendly, professional guide. Escape the bright lights and crowds of Las Vegas and journey off the beaten path on this nature-focused experience that highlights the best of the west. Cap off your day with a fun ride on the World's Largest Monster Truck Limousine.
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$302.72
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Full Day Grand Canyon Trip with Horseback Ride From Las Vegas
Experience the Grand Canyon in classic ‘Wild West’ style on a full-day tour from Las Vegas that features a guided horseback ride or wagon ride, as well as a barbecue lunch on a historic ranch. After making the trip from Las Vegas in the comfort of a climate-controlled van, you’ll meet real cowboys, see a buffalo herd, and get a fascinating dose of Grand Canyon history in a spectacular location.
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$246.25
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Outdoor Shooting Range and Grand Canyon Helicopter with Optional ATV Tour
Enjoy a full day of all–American activities without the hassle of planning on a tour with private, round–trip transport from Las Vegas. After a helicopter ride over the Grand Canyon with panoramic views that most visitors never see, take part in an afternoon shooting range experience that is customized to your preferences. Round–trip transport in a private vehicle and a hamburger lunch are included.
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$648.83
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Grand Canyon Helicopter Flight and Sunset Valley of Fire Landing
Escape to the Grand Canyon for this exciting sightseeing adventure. Enjoy a scenic flight from Las Vegas to the West Rim of the Grand Canyon, flying over the famous Hoover Dam and beautiful Lake Mead along the way to an exclusive landing at Valley of Fire State Park. Enjoy a complimentary Champagne toast, and soak up the one-of-a-kind view before your return trip to Las Vegas. Local hotel pickup and drop-off are included.
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$479.99
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Grand Canyon Sunset Helicopter Tour from Las Vegas
See one of the world’s seven wonders by air on this sunset helicopter tour of the Grand Canyon from Las Vegas. Your tour takes you up in the air over Lake Mead and the Hoover Dam towards the west rim of the canyon. Stop for a Champagne toast and a light snack of vegetables, fruit, crackers, and cheese on a private bluff overlooking the Colorado River. Then, take a helicopter ride back to Vegas where you can enjoy sights of the Vegas Strip lit up.
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$499.00
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$499.00
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Small-Group Hoover Dam VIP Tour from Las Vegas
Enjoy an educational and entertaining trip to Hoover Dam on this guided, 5-hour, small-group sightseeing adventure from Las Vegas. Visit the Hoover Dam Visitor Center and Generator Room, enjoy an informational movie and check out the view from the top of the dam and Lake Mead. Learn about the history of Hoover Dam, with an abundance of staggering facts. On the return trip to Las Vegas, make a short visit to a local park where herds of bighorn sheep typically graze. All entrance fees, snacks and bottled water are included.
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$91.67
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$91.67
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Boulder Islands Kayak, SUP or Hydrobike Tour from Las Vegas
Explore the Boulder Islands on Lake Mead on this 3-hour tour from Las Vegas. You have your choice of paddleboarding, kayaking, or riding a hydrobike for an on-the-water experience that provides the chance to swim and check out the islands. When booking, select your preferred activity and tour time — either early morning or sunset. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Vegas and lunch are included.
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$128.99
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$128.99
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Grand Canyon West Rim SUV Tour From Las Vegas With Lunch
Travel from your hotel to the Grand Canyon in a luxury SUV fully equipped with charging stations for your devices. Complimentary umbrellas are provided free of charge to shade you from the high temperatures during the hot season. First stop is the the iconic Hoover Dam where you will capture and explore amazing views of the iconic Dam. Second stop is the Grand Canyon where you will have up to 3 hours of sight seeing fun. Experience the amazing Skywalk (Optional) and different points of interests throughout the canyon. Bottled water, full lunch & continental breakfasts are included. Ride first class in style with our top rated tour guides. Skip the bus & Come Join Us
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$169.00
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$169.00
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Lake Mead National Park Trail Run
Run across Hoover Dam and stop for the perfect photo op on this trail run from Las Vegas. Start your 8-mile (13-km) run at the Historic Railroad Tunnels trailhead, which follows an old railroad bed in Lake Mead National Park. Follow your guide through five tunnels dug into volcanic ridges, delight in vistas of Lake Mead and search for bighorn sheep. This 4-hour running tour includes refreshments and hotel transport.
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Valley of Fire Hike from Las Vegas
When the crowds of Las Vegas get overwhelming, leave the city behind and spend the day on this small-group hiking tour through the Valley of Fire. Surrounded by vibrant limestone and prehistoric geologic features, the valley offers a maze of hiking trails with options to suit every traveler’s fitness levels. A guide helps you pick the most rewarding trails and ensures you don’t get lost along the way.
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Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour from Las Vegas with Champagne & Light Picnic
Escape to the Grand Canyon on this exciting 3.5-hour sightseeing adventure. Enjoy a scenic 45-minute flight from Las Vegas to the West Rim of the Grand Canyon, flying over Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, the Black Mountains, Grapevine Mesa Joshua Trees Forest, and Grand Wash Cliffs Wilderness along the way. Then descend 4,000 feet (1,219 meters) below the rim of the Grand Canyon to a landing spot at the base. Enjoy a Champagne picnic lunch, and soak up the breathtaking views before the return trip to Las Vegas. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.
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$419.99
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Mountain Bike Historical Tunnel Trail to Hoover Dam from Las Vegas
Ride a bicycle on one of the Las Vegas Valley's best bike paths during this full-day eco-tour from Las Vegas. Follow your adventure guide to the famous Hoover Dam and enjoy panoramic views of Lake Mead. All mountain biking equipment, a picnic lunch, bottled water and round-trip transportation from Las Vegas hotels is included.
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$191.17
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Grand Canyon West Rim Flight with Hoover Dam Tour from Las Vegas
Visit a man-made wonder and a natural phenomenon on a half-day tour from Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon and the Hoover Dam, including a trip in a fixed-wing plane. Enjoy views of the Colorado river as you soar above the West Rim of the Grand Canyon, and capture unforgettable images of the desert landscape. See the soaring face of Hoover Dam from the air, then explore the dam’s interior on a guided tour that goes deep into the walls of the Black Canyon before returning to Las Vegas.
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$238.99
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Personally-Guided Hoover Dam Expedition Tour
Enjoy an educational and entertaining trip to Hoover Dam on this guided, 6-hour, small-group sightseeing adventure from Las Vegas. Travel through Boulder City and the Lake Mead National Recreation Area en route to Hoover Dam. Upon arrival, stop at the Visitor Center and take a look at the dam’s generators on a Power Plant tour. Then enjoy an informative 10-minute movie and head to the top of the dam. Along the way, learn about the fascinating history, with an abundance of staggering facts. Breakfast and a hotel pickup/drop-off are included.
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FAQ’s
Should I book Lake Mead National Recreation Area tickets in advance?
We recommend booking e-tickets ahead of time to secure your spot since Lake Mead National Recreation Area can get crowded. If you book with Viator, you can cancel at least 24 hours before the start date of your tour for a full refund. See all 32 Lake Mead National Recreation Area tickets and tours on Viator.
How much does it cost to visit Lake Mead National Recreation Area 2021?
Currently, an entrance ticket to Lake Mead National Recreation Area costs USD 78.98. Guided Lake Mead National Recreation Area tours start around USD 78.98 per person. See all 32 Lake Mead National Recreation Area tickets and tours on Viator.
What's the best way to experience Lake Mead National Recreation Area?
The best ways to experience Lake Mead National Recreation Area are:
- Extended Grand Canyon West Rim Air-Only Helicopter Tour
- Grand Canyon West Rim Luxury Helicopter Tour
- Grand Canyon West Rim Airplane Air Tour
- Valley of Fire & Hoover Dam Photo Tour from Las Vegas
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