TREKKING

Hike to the bottom of the Grand Canyon

Hike into one of the 7 wonders of the natural world.

From: $520.00

Description

Chances are, you’ve dreamed of not only going to the Grand Canyon, but experiencing one of the 7 natural wonders of the world within the canyon itself. The journey is a challenge, yet it will leave you awe inspired and memories to last a lifetime. In this full day adventure, you will hike with Brandon, owner of FOORTREK, a Colorado 14er Finisher and an experienced hiker in the Grand Canyon. Brandon has hiked to the bottom of the Grand Canyon more than 20 times and has also run Rim to Rim to Rim in just over 14 hours.

Due to heat, this trekking opportunity is only available in the months of October, November, April, and May. If this trek is desired in the winter, then please contact us here.

Everyone participating must be in good physical condition.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Enjoy a full day of great hiking in the Grand Canyon.
  • Enjoy some time at Phantom Ranch, where you can purchase some simple foods, drinks, and send a post card to friends and family that will be mailed at the bottom of the canyon.
  • Witness an incredible sunrise as we descend the Grand Canyon towards the bottom.
  • You will be hiking with Brandon, owner of FOORTREK and a Colorado 14er Finisher and an experienced hiker in the Grand Canyon. Brandon has hiked to the bottom of the Grand Canyon more than 20 times and has also run Rim to Rim to Rim in just over 14 hours.

Price Includes:

  • Guiding Fee

Temperatures can change drastically in the canyon. All participants should bring the following items: hiking boots or trail running/hiking shoes, shorts or pants, multiple base layers synthetic or wool, windbreaker at a minimum but a light waterproof jacket would be better, gloves, second pair of socks, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, lip balm, hiking pack, camera, and trekking poles if necessary.

Also, please bring more water than you plan to use. Please also have snacks (salty and sweet), along with some electrolytes.

Our meeting point will be at the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. Note: if you are also looking for transportation, this is possible by flying into Las Vegas. If you are interested, please send a message here.

Cancellation Policy

What happens if I need to cancel the trip? If you book your trip more than 30 days in advance, you will have a 48-hour span after booking to cancel the trip and receive a full refund without any deductions. After that period of time, you will have the possibility to cancel the Tour in accordance with the following indemnity scheme (refunded or to be paid depending on whether the payment was made and received):

  • 100% refunded (or 0% paid) if the cancellation is notified in writing by email to the Guide up to 60 days before the first day of the Tour (minus 5% of the amount paid at booking as an administration fee, and the eventual non-reimbursable expenses the Guide paid to organize the Tour);
  • 75% refunded (or 25% paid) if the cancellation is notified in writing by email to the Guide between 59 and 30 days before the first day of the Tour (minus 5% of the amount paid at booking as an administration fee, and the eventual non-reimbursable expenses the Guide paid to organize the Tour);
  • 50% refunded (or 50% paid) if the cancellation is notified in writing by email to the Guide between 29 and 21 days before the first day of the Tour (minus 5% of the amount paid at booking as an administration fee, and the eventual non-reimbursable expenses the Guide paid to organize the Tour);
  • 0% refunded (or 100% paid) if the cancellation is notified in writing by email to the Guide less than 21 days before the first day of the Tour.

If bad weather or unsuitable conditions force the guide to cancel the trip, he or she will: a) propose a similar activity at a different place where conditions are better, or b) propose to postpone the activity until a later date, or c) cancel. If you refuse option a), the cancellation policy will apply. Please note, however, that the call to cancel a trip due to bad weather can only be made by the guide (not the client). Under exceptional circumstances, the guide could, however, decide at his sole discretion to refund the client (minus the transaction fee). The Customer Service Fee paid at booking is nonrefundable. It is advisable to have an insurance policy that covers cancellations. Take into account, however, that if accommodation, flights or transfers were included in the trip you booked, then a different policy may apply as the guide will be bound by the provider’s cancellation policy. What happens if the guide cancels the trip because of bad weather/unsuitable conditions? If bad weather or unsuitable conditions force the guide to cancel the trip, he or she will: a) propose a similar activity at a different place where conditions are better, or b) propose to postpone the activity until a later date, or c) cancel. If you refuse option a), our cancellation policy will apply. Please note, however, that the call to cancel a trip due to bad weather can only be made by the guide (not the client). What happens if the guide doesn’t show up or cancels for personal reasons? If the guide cancels for reason of injury or other, you will get a 100% refund on your trip.

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