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            [HighlightText] => Visit Dante's View, Badwater, Devil's Golf Course, and more
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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.

Asli K.

A well-rounded guide and certified Wilderness First Responder, Asli (“Oz”) spends her free time hiking, biking, running, and skiing the mountains of the west with her 3 beloved dogs (Max, Woody and Chia). When not on an adventure, you can find her managing Down to Earth, a residential composting company based in Reno, Nevada. Her love of animals, the outdoors, and sustainability are all passions she brings to the trail.

Matt K.

Matt is an adventure enthusiast who enjoys engaging in nature and the great unknown as an experienced rock climber, mountain guide, and professional outdoor photographer. Based in Las Vegas, he enjoys having Red Rock Canyon in his backyard, where you can also find him cycling, trail running, and bird watching. Matt is a certified Wilderness First Responder.

Preston H.

Preston grew up frolicking in the fields and forest of northwest Wisconsin before completing a B.S. in outdoor education, guiding and teaching in the remote wilderness everywhere from Arkansas to Hawaii. He is a certified Wilderness First Responder. He enjoys all kinds of outdoor adventure, whether running the Front Range trails or rollerblading near his home in Boulder, Colorado, surfing in Mexico, or climbing in Cuba.

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Accommodations

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A charming desert retreat hotel with rustic western ambiance.

Stovepipe Wells Village Hotel

Comfortable Hotel

Stovepipe Wells Village Hotel is a charming desert retreat in Death Valley National Park, offering comfortable accommodations and stunning views of the Mesquite Flat Sand Dunes. With a rustic western ambiance, the hotel features an on-site restaurant, saloon, general store, and a refreshing outdoor pool. It's an ideal base for exploring the park's dramatic landscapes and unique attractions.