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    Aravaipa Canyon Guided Backpacking Trip

    Hike creek crossings and camp beneath volcanic canyon walls in southeast Arizona

    From$1,166/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    2 or 3 days

    Ideal For

    Up to 6 people

    Includes

    Backpack, sleeping gear, meals

    Highlights

    Explore Aravaipa Canyon's lush creek corridor and volcanic-rock gorge on a guided backpacking adventure. Camp near tributary canyons and venture into side drainages along the way.

    • Hike the main drainage, much of it in the creek itself
    • Explore tributary canyons on short day hikes
    • Camp near side canyons in remote wilderness
    • Look for Sonoran Desert wildlife along the route

    What's Included

    • Backpack
    • Sleeping mat and sleeping bag
    • Utensils and headlamp
    • Trekking poles
    • Transportation from Tucson
    • Meals, excluding first-day breakfast and last-day lunch

    Important details

    • Ages 14+ only
    • A minimum of 2 people is required per booking
    • The 3-day east-to-west route covers about 19 miles of moderately strenuous hiking
    • Requires carrying up to 40 lbs in a backpack
    • Bring water-draining footwear and neoprene socks
    • Be ready at 6am outside your Tucson property for pickup

    Cancellation Policy

    Free cancellation up to 2 weeks before the trip. After that, the full trip cost applies. Full refund if the operator cancels due to natural or environmental events.

    FAQs

    Bring seasonal clothing, sun protection, a hat, water-draining footwear, and neoprene socks.

    Meeting details

    3949 W Costco Dr. Suite 151 Tucson, AZ 85741

    Experience provided by Arizona Climbing Guides

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    Three Day

    $1,166

    72 Hours · Price is Per Person

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    Two Day

    $831.04

    48 Hours · Price is Per Person

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