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One of the most common questions I get is How much does the Grand Canyon Skywalk cost? the short answer has been $75 per person but that’s not quite right. It’s more like $80 for one person (groups cost less) but during the Month of June, fathers can save 25% making it about $64.93. Update: The discount is for the father in the party only, I don’t want to mislead anyone.

OK, so here’s the breakdown:
The Hualapai Legacy tour costs $29.95 (but you can save 25% in June making it $22.46 for fathers)

To walk on the Skywalk costs another $29.95 each (22.46 for fathers).
Parking is $20 per vehicle (so pack them in tight)

Total for one person = $79.90 ($64.93 after discount)
Total for two people = $139.80
Total for three people = $199.70
Total for four people = $259.60
Just keep adding $59.90 per person until your car is full and don’t forget to add tax.

Now there are some limitations when you walk the Skywalk.

There are no personal items, including cameras allowed on the Skywalk; you will be asked to store them in lockers. You can take photos of the Skywalk from the side, and a photo can be taken of you on the bridge and available for purchase if you choose. However, personal belongings, including cameras, on the bridge are not allowed to protect from dropping items into the canyon or onto the glass

So the big question is; Is it worth it?

Opinion on this is pretty strong but as you can see from these reviews, most people walk away disappointed. No worries, you can see the Skywalk from pictures I took before the ban was in place.

Allison, thanks for the comment. I did make an error in my calculations regarding the Father’s Day discount and may have confused the reader about what’s included. The $79 cost is based on the single person breakdown and does not account for the discount. Also, I see from the original email that the discount is for anybody, not just fathers and also applies to the Skywalk. I’ll update the post and include a link (which I meant to do originally).

Update on the Father’s Day Discount:

GRAND CANYON WEST, AZ (May 28, 2008) Grand Canyon West visitors who make reservations in advance by calling 1-877-716-WEST (8978) and ask for the “Father’s Day Special” will receive a significant discount on the tour package for the father in the group. Special pricing can also be reserved online at www.destinationgrandcanyon.com. The special pricing for fathers is available for reservations made for visits between June 1 and June 30, 2008. The discounts are as follows:

* Hualapai Legacy – father gets 25% off
* Horseback rides - father gets 25% off
* Tranquility (overnight package) - father gets 25% off
* Hualapai Experience - father gets 25% off
* Helicopter/boat - father gets 20% off
* Skywalk - father gets 25% off
* Meals - father gets 25% off
* Hummer Off Road - father gets 25% off