Private Grand Canyon Guided Day Hike

Explore the Grand Canyon below the rim with a private guide who adapts the day to your group's pace and priorities. Learn about canyon geology while taking in expansive views along the way.

• Customize your hiking distance and route with your guide
• Discover canyon geology through clear, engaging trail commentary
• Set your pace with stops as needed during the hike
• Explore South Kaibab Trail or arrange another available trail option

Itinerary

8:00 am | Departure Depart with your private group from your Flagstaff accommodations (or 8:30-45 am for pickups in Williams). Enter park at the S. Rim entrance

9:00-30 am | Grand Canyon Visitors Center| South Kaibab trail | We arrive at the Canyon and after a bathroom break we gear up and load the Park shuttle bus system. We will take our snacks/ water & lunches with us as we go to explore this wonder of the world!

10:00 am Begin hike to Cedar Ridge – 3 miles (4.8 km) round trip| As we descend into the Canyon the geology comes to life. The trail offers multiple options to “rock talk” as we walk! TrekWest guides are great to provide the Grand Canyon geology information is a way that is easy to understand while being accurate and fun! (yes geology can be fun)

12:00-1:30 pm | Picnic lunch trailside| Enjoy your delicious lunch, you’ve earned it. Nothing tastes better than a lunch with a great view. We offer time to explore our surroundings and take some photos. Cedar Ridge is outfitted with a pit toilet, in case you need the piece of mind.

1:30 pm | Begin Return Hike to South Kaibab Trailhead | As we return to the Visitor center, we stop as much as needed to catch our breath. Going down the trail can be “easy”, but we have got to hike back out. The elevation drop to Cedar Ridge is 1,200ft (366 meters) so plan for drinking plenty of water and taking it one step at time. Your guide will bring extra water & snacks to ensure a safe hiking experience.

3:30 pm | Complete the hike | As we top out, we’ll load the shuttle bus to head back to the vehicle. The visitor center is the location of Canyon Adventures bike shop & cafe. We can grab some refreshments and bathroom stop before departing back to area lodges in Flagstaff, Williams or Tusayan.

5:30 pm | Day Hike Tour Complete at Flagstaff As we drive back to Flagstaff or Williams, Your guide will share local favorites and recommendations for the best dinner spots in town to cap off your evening.

What's Included

• Professional guide
• Hiking gear
• Fresh picnic lunch
• Chips, fruit, baked goods and Arizona-made condiments
• Drinks, snacks and extra water

Important details

• Your age, hiking ability and any medical conditions that may affect the trip are required for planning