Planning a Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour Proposal | Las Vegas Wedding Photographer
Howdy, friends! I can’t stop thinking about the gorgeous Grand Canyon helicopter proposal I was lucky to photograph for Jackson and Brooke back in March. Going through the planning process all the way up to the big question was such a fun ride—and that’s not even counting the helicopter! We managed to keep the proposal a complete surprise from Brooke, but a few close calls along the way prompted me to do a deep dive on everything you need to know before your Grand Canyon helicopter tour. Let’s go!
What does a helicopter proposal include?
When you book with a dedicated tour company like Papillon Helicopters, you’ll be spoiled from the jump. A driver will pick you up directly from your hotel and transport you to the waiting helicopter. From there, you’ll enjoy a short flight to the Grand Canyon. After a few minutes of sightseeing, you’ll descend 3,200 feet below the canyon rim to a scenic plateau overlooking the Colorado River. This is your big moment!
Once your proposal is complete, we’ll snap some celebratory portraits with the magnificent landscape behind you. You’ll toast with complementary champagne, then hop back on the helicopter for a scenic flight back to Las Vegas and over the Strip. A driver will be waiting to take you back to the hotel where you can celebrate your new relationship status in true Las Vegas fashion!
What to know before your proposal:
Please, please dress appropriately! The Grand Canyon is rough terrain, so wear shoes that make sense and have layers on hand for changing weather.
When booking your tickets (if you aren’t booking a private flight), I highly recommend booking your two tickets first, then mine separately, to avoid any suspicions when checking in. This was almost a spoiler with Jackson and Brooke’s proposal when the shuttle driver said he was picking up “all 3 members of our party” even though I was already at the tour facility and supposed to be a complete stranger–whoops!
If you book the entire tour yourself, tell your future fiancé that the ride includes a photographer to avoid more suspicion. If you don’t want to book a private tour, I’ll just play the part of a random nature photographer and offer to get a few pictures of you enjoying the scenery. Easy peasy!
If you have more questions about your Grand Canyon helicopter proposal, send me a message! These are some of my favorite proposals and I can’t wait to come along on yours, too!
Amber is a Wedding and Elopement Photographer who is available in Las Vegas and beyond for travel for elopements and weddings. Send in a contact form through the link above to schedule your free consultation.
A Grand Canyon helicopter proposal—does it get any more grand than that?! Check out this post for everything you need to know as you plan your Las Vegas helicopter proposal.