Advanced Grand Canyon Day Hike

Tour Highlights

• Private Experience: All tours are private — just your group and your guide on the trail.
• Advanced Grand Canyon Hiking: Experience the Grand Canyon's most challenging trails with expert guides.
• Expert Guidance: Professional hiking guides with extensive Grand Canyon knowledge and medical training.
• Inner Canyon Access: Descend below the rim to experience vistas and terrain that 98% of Grand Canyon visitors miss.

Tour Itinerary

Your advanced hiking adventure begins with a pickup from your Flagstaff, Williams, Tusayan, or Grand Canyon Village hotel. We'll drive to a South Rim trail selected at your guide's discretion, where your guide will lead you through a pre-hike safety briefing and gear check before we set out on the trail.

The hike takes you deep into the Grand Canyon, featuring challenging terrain and steep descents into the inner canyon. Along the way, you'll experience the canyon's unique geology, ecology, and history. Your guide will share insights into the area's natural and cultural history.

After completing the hike, we'll head back to the rim. The tour concludes with a comfortable transfer back to your hotel, leaving you with memories of an amazing Grand Canyon adventure.

Pricing

Flat Rate Pricing (not per person)

1-2 guests: $1,200
3-4 guests: $1,400
5 guests: $1,600
6 guests: $1,800
7 guests: $2,000
8 guests: $2,300
9 guests: $2,500

All National Park entrance fees and taxes are included in the price.

Requirements

• Skill Level: Advanced. Must be in excellent physical condition and experienced with strenuous hiking.
• Minimum Age: 16 years old.
• Walking: Hikes can be over 6 miles (9.7 km) and over 3,000 vertical feet (914 m) one way.
• Attire: Sturdy hiking boots, moisture-wicking clothing, and sun protection required.

What's Included

• Guide: Professional hiking guide with medical training.
• Transport: Round-trip transportation from your Flagstaff, Williams, Tusayan, or Grand Canyon Village hotel.
• Lunch: Picnic-style lunch on the trail; vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options available upon request.
• Hydration & Snacks: Bottled spring water, beverages, and trail-friendly snacks served throughout the tour.
• Gear: Backpacks and trekking poles provided, plus ice cleats in winter conditions.

What's Not Included

• Guide Gratuity: Guide gratuity is not included in the tour price.

What to Bring

• Footwear: Sturdy, broken-in shoes with good tread (hiking boots or trail shoes); no high heels, dress shoes, or flat-soled shoes.
• Sun Protection: Wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses, SPF 30+ sunscreen (small bottle), and lip balm with SPF.
• Personal Items: Camera and money for souvenirs.
• Warm-Season Clothing: Light-colored t-shirt, shorts or comfortable pants (jeans not recommended), and a light-colored long-sleeve shirt for sun coverage.
• Cool-Season Clothing: Warm hat, gloves, layered synthetic clothing (polypro or fleece), thermal underwear, long pants, and a rain jacket or waterproof shell with rain/wind pants.

Season & Departure Times

This tour operates year-round. During summer months (May-September), tours depart at dawn to avoid midday heat. Typical duration is 8+ hours; actual duration varies with the selected route and your group's fitness and pace.

Important Notes

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED: Please book in advance to ensure guide availability. Must be in excellent physical condition. Not recommended for those with heart conditions, knee problems, or fear of heights.

Be Prepared: Inner-canyon temperatures from May through September regularly exceed 100°F (38°C). Grand Canyon trails are steep and rugged, and climbs back to the South Rim reach elevations of up to 7,400 feet, where oxygen is more scarce. We strongly recommend training with regular prep hikes that include significant elevation change in the weeks before your tour, and checking with your healthcare provider first if you have any chronic health conditions.

Non-US Citizen Policy

Starting January 1, 2026, a $100 per person Non-US Citizen/Resident National Park Entry Fee Surcharge applies for guests ages 16 and older unless they have purchased an America the Beautiful Non-Resident Annual Pass. Click here for more details:  https://www.nps.gov/aboutus/commercial-tours-and-nonresident-fees.htm

Cancellation Policy

This tour has a 5-day cancellation policy. Please read your confirmation email for details.