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            [HighlightText] => Exceptional guides enlighten you on the canyon's geological and natural history
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Your Guides

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The best people to immerse you in a destination are the ones who live there, which is why we feature local Adventure Guides on our trips. Here are a few that you might meet on this adventure.

Casey H.

Casey has been guiding exhilarating outdoor adventures since 2016, leading guests though some of the most awe-inspiring places in the West, from Yellowstone to Zion and the Grand Canyon. He is all about showing people the beauty of the wild while keeping them entertained with captivating stories and cool facts, and ensuring they are well-fed and safe on the trail. Casey is a Wilderness First Responder.

Jerry W.

Jerry started guiding in 2007 after moving to Colorado where he discovered mountain biking in the fresh alpine air. After years of guiding multi-day hiking and cycling trips, he has built up a depth of hands-on experience and wilderness wisdom that he brings to each adventure. He was raised in Florida, followed by four years in the military, then moving to Colorado, where the magnificent wilderness inspired him to guide.

Jordan M.

Guiding since 2006, Jordan has led guests across six continents—from the rugged trails of the Grand Canyon to the high passes of the Himalayas. He grew up hiking, backpacking, and boating and at age 18 he climbed Mount Kilimanjaro. What he loves most about guiding is seeing others connect with the outdoors, each other, and with themselves. He is a Wilderness First Responder, LNT Level 2 Instructor, and AIARE 1.

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Begin your adventure near Phoenix, AZ, where you\'ll meet your MT Sobek guides for a brief orientation before driving north through the Sonoran Desert towards Grand Canyon National Park. Entering the park from the east, and stop for lunch at iconic Desert View Watchtower, a 70 foot tall stone tower perched on the canyon\'s edge. Designed by Mary Colter in 1932, Desert View contains a wealth of murals depicting various Hopi traditions and stories. Continuing to your hotel near the South Rim, check in with time to stretch your legs on a walk along the Rim Trail enjoying panoramic views of this awe inspiring natural wonder. At dinner this evening get excited as your guides describe what to expect during tomorrow\'s adventure down to Phantom Ranch. Spend tonight at a South Rim hotel.
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Gather for an early breakfast before slinging on daypacks and tightening up laces in preparation for today\'s big hike. Begin our journey into the inner canyon on the most direct—and one of the most scenic—routes to the Colorado River. The hand built South Kaibab Trail follows open ridgelines that provide jaw dropping 360-degree views throughout the seven-mile descent. Hiking down along a series of switchbacks, you eventually reach the aptly named Ooh Aah Point before continuing on to Cedar Ridge, a flat plateau where you may encounter a mule train en route to the bottom of the canyon. At Skeleton Point, peer down and catch a glimpse of the mighty Colorado, perpetually carving its way through the canyon as it has for millions of years. The last part of the hike leads you along the big river itself, then over a suspension bridge as you approach Phantom Ranch, serenely nestled on the banks of Bright Angel Creek. Tonight, enjoy a hot meal at the Phantom Ranch Canteen before stepping outside to gaze up at an inky canopy speckled with countless twinkling stars. Sleep in mixed gender cabins at Phantom Ranch tonight.
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Accommodations

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Spend a night at renowned Phantom Ranch, with a stay at a comfortable lodge near the canyon.

Phantom Ranch-Grand Canyon National Park

Rustic Lodging

Founded in 1903 as a hunting camp, Phantom Ranch is a National Park Service-owned and operated outpost in the depths of the Grand Canyon, and the only lodging below the canyon rim. Made up of a main lodge and shared dorm-style cabins, it's known for its hearty meals prepared by the rangers. The cabins are traditional and very comfortable, providing a peaceful place to rest your head.

The Grand Hotel at the Grand Canyon

Comfortable Hotel

The chalet-style Grand Hotel boasts an indoor swimming pool and hot tub. Located in the town of Tusayan, it sits just six miles from the breathtaking rim of the Grand Canyon and offers an upscale experience with amenities nearby.

Maswick Lodge

Comfortable Hotel

Maswik Lodge is a welcoming, rustic-style lodge nestled in the scenic forest just a short walk from the South Rim of the Grand Canyon in Arizona. Located within Grand Canyon National Park, it offers a tranquil retreat surrounded by towering ponderosa pines and the natural beauty of the canyon's rugged landscape.