Grand Canyon Tour - Hermit Trail
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Explore Hermit Trail on a private guided tour of this incredibly beautiful and sometimes challenging hike in the Grand Canyon: From the very start at the end of South Rim Drive, through Boynton Canyon, and down to Dripping Springs. Hermit Trail is one of the most famous trails in Grand Canyon National Park and is dedicated to those who came before. Located on the west rim, it is a spectacular hike that is best enjoyed by viewing the Colorado River and Vishnu Schist from an elevated perspective, making the trail ideal for a guided tour. On this Grand Canyon tour, you will begin at Hermit’s Rest, one of only four mule-accessible points at Grand Canyon. From there you will embark on your breathtaking walk down to Tanner Beach and back up again to complete your journey. If conditions permit, you will also have time to run down Hermit Rapids on the Colorado River.
Departure Point
- Guides will meet you at the Trail Heads per your custom itinerary.
Return Details
- Guides will meet you at the Trail Heads per your custom itinerary.
Duration
2 hours - 4 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Hermit Trail
Trailhead on the South Rim, 500 feet west of Hermit's Rest, Arizona
The Hermit Trail is descends into the Hermit Basin, a beautiful trail in a side canyon that has rich pioneer history as well as well as plenty of fossils to view within its rocks. It is a steep, rocky trail, often at a tilted slant, with at times large steps down. About one mile down the trail well preserved fossil tracks are found in the Coconino Sandstone layer. “Riprap,” the cobblestone-like construction of rocks in this layer are still in place from its initial construction in 1911. Below the Hermit Basin into the Supai layer, the trail reaches Santa Maria Spring at 2.2 miles. The spring still flows, and a pioneer-era shade structure still stands for people to enjoy a shady rest. The canyon views are visible but are more distant along this trail, while close-up geology, archaeology, plant and animal life abound in this intimate side canyon.
Duration: Not Available
Additional Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Service animals allowed
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Trekking Poles
- Hiking Guide
Exclusions
- Park Entrance Ticket ($35 per vehicle)
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Adventure Headquarters - Private Tours of the Grand Canyon in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
Explore Hermit Trail on a private guided tour of this incredibly beautiful and sometimes challenging hike in the Grand Canyon: From the very start at the end of South Rim Drive, through Boynton Canyon, and down to Dripping Springs. Hermit Trail is one of the most famous trails in Grand Canyon National Park and is dedicated to those who came before. Located on the west rim, it is a spectacular hike that is best enjoyed by viewing the Colorado River and Vishnu Schist from an elevated perspective, making the trail ideal for a guided tour. On this Grand Canyon tour, you will begin at Hermit’s Rest, one of only four mule-accessible points at Grand Canyon. From there you will embark on your breathtaking walk down to Tanner Beach and back up again to complete your journey. If conditions permit, you will also have time to run down Hermit Rapids on the Colorado River.
Departure Point
- Guides will meet you at the Trail Heads per your custom itinerary.
Return Details
- Guides will meet you at the Trail Heads per your custom itinerary.
Duration
2 hours - 4 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Hermit Trail
Trailhead on the South Rim, 500 feet west of Hermit's Rest, Arizona
The Hermit Trail is descends into the Hermit Basin, a beautiful trail in a side canyon that has rich pioneer history as well as well as plenty of fossils to view within its rocks. It is a steep, rocky trail, often at a tilted slant, with at times large steps down. About one mile down the trail well preserved fossil tracks are found in the Coconino Sandstone layer. “Riprap,” the cobblestone-like construction of rocks in this layer are still in place from its initial construction in 1911. Below the Hermit Basin into the Supai layer, the trail reaches Santa Maria Spring at 2.2 miles. The spring still flows, and a pioneer-era shade structure still stands for people to enjoy a shady rest. The canyon views are visible but are more distant along this trail, while close-up geology, archaeology, plant and animal life abound in this intimate side canyon.
Duration: Not Available
Additional Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Service animals allowed
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Trekking Poles
- Hiking Guide
Exclusions
- Park Entrance Ticket ($35 per vehicle)
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Adventure Headquarters - Private Tours of the Grand Canyon in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
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