Private Grand Canyon Tour: Tailored Hiking Experience
4.9
31 Ratings
Mather Point
Experience a private Grand Canyon tour with expert guides. Tailored hiking, geological wonders, and insights into the park's human history and unique ecology.
Duration:
10 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Mather Point - Scenic viewpoint along South Rim, popular for its canyon vistas
- Maricopa Point - In addition to stunning vistas, Maricopa Point looks out over the former Orphan Lode Mine, claimed in 1891 by miner Dan Hogan. Originally mining copper, Hogan switched to uranium ore in the 1950s. Mining operations ended in 1967. Grand Canyon National Park acquired the property in 1987 but only began major environmental restoration in 2008
- Powell Point - The Powell Memorial at this viewpoint commemorates the 1869 and 1871-72 exploratory trips down the Colorado River by Major John Wesley Powell and expedition crews. Stunning vistas can also be enjoyed from Powell Point.
- Hopi Point - Hopi Point is one of the most popular viewpoints for watching the sunset and sunrise because of its wide vistas. The Colorado River comes into view to the west. Restrooms are available here.
- Mohave Point - Another spectacular point for watching sunset and sunrise, Mohave Point also offers views of the Colorado River deep in the canyon below.
- The Abyss - This viewpoint provides an almost vertical view down into the canyon, looking down into the Monument Creek drainage area where backpackers often camp next to Monument Creek or on a small beach along the Colorado River at Granite Rapids.
- Monument Creek Vista - From this viewpoint the Greenway Trail begins, accommodating hikers, bicyclists, and visitors using wheelchairs. The trail meets Accessibility Guidelines for Outdoor Developed Areas. Much of the trail follows the 1912 alignment of Hermit Road. There are six overlooks, including Pima Point, in addition to multiple resting areas along the trail.
- Pima Point - Pima Point is one of the best places on the rim to see and sometimes hear the river. The splash and grind of Granite Rapids below can be heard echoing up the canyon walls on quiet days. The Greenway Trail continues from here to Hermits Rest, allowing bicyclists and visitors using wheelchairs to share the path with pedestrians.
- Hermit’s Rest - Mary Colter, one of Grand Canyon’s most famous architects, built Hermits Rest in 1914 to look like an old miner’s cabin, complete with a giant fireplace and front porch. Today Hermits Rest has a gift shop and small snack bar. Restrooms are available here. The Hermit Trail, winding steeply down into the canyon, begins about 0.5 miles, 0.8 km west of Hermits Rest.
- South Kaibab Trail - The South Kaibab Trail offers wonderful views and can be adapted for folks of varying abilities!
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Park Entry Fees
- Private, naturalist guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Lunch
What's Not Included
- Gratuity for guides - If you had a great trip, a 10-20% tip is appreciated!
Additional Information
Comprising Master Naturalists and individuals holding Master’s Degrees in Outdoor and Sustainability Education, our guide team is supremely qualified!
This journey is designed with you and your party’s interests in mind, therefore adjustments can be made during the day based on your preferences. Immerse yourself in the exploration of the Grand Canyon’s rich geological features while gaining insights into its unique ecological makeup. Our guides will weave tales of the park’s anthropological past while offering knowledge on its varied plant and animal life.
*Please be aware that the Grand Canyon National Park now operates a shuttle system, which you’ll be using with your guide to reach specific hikes/trails.
Location
Mather Point
2 1/2 Miles North Of Park Entrance,
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(31 Ratings)
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Amita_k
Mar 14, 2024
The best time ever !! - Matt was awesome !!! He was so accommodating and made an extraordinary picnic for us - with sandwiches, hot chocolate , chili and all!
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John_w
Nov 25, 2023
SPECIAL DAY - Sharing the day with Bryce was so special. He is so knowledgeable, enthusiastic, courteous, and thoughtful! We had so many questions to ask him and he filled us in on so much history, geology, and points of interest we would have missed on our own. We enjoyed our picnic lunch, including Birthday cupcakes! We highly recommend this tour and especially our tour guide, Bryce.
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784dinad
Oct 24, 2023
Excellent guide - Thank you Matt Broomfield! Hikes were beautiful, accessible and very responsive to our requests. Matt was very knowledgeable about geology which is such a big part of appreciating the scenery in GC. He allowed us quite time for observation and reflection. Lunch was excellent and advice on the remainder of our trip much appreciated.
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Joan_s
Oct 20, 2023
Exploring and hiking into the GC. - Our excellent guide Matthew Bloomfield. His willing sharing of his knowledge. His thoughtfulness and care of our abilities. The park itself is mind boggling in its beauty and Matt made the experience even more beautiful by his knowledge.
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D953iijoans
Oct 20, 2023
A trip of beauty - The trip was amazing. Our guide Matt Bloomfield shared his extensive knowledge of geology with us throughout the trip. As seniors we were a bit hesitant. Matt made us comfortable and listened and answered all our questions honestly. The picnic lunch was exquisite. We would certainly repeat this trip and request Matt again.
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Q8533nppatriciab
Sep 23, 2023
Bucket List At Its Best! - Alex and Matt were the perfect hosts for our first experience glamping, hiking in the Grand Canyon, hot air ballooning in Sedona and exploring the gorgeous red rocks via the famous Pink Jeep tours! Alex and Matt were fun and informative during the whole trip! They provided amazing picnic lunches with delicious healthy choices, recommended excellent restaurants and were so accommodating in all aspects of our grand adventure! We had a blast, and would highly recommend Good Trip Adventures!
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H3172sxlaurenc
Sep 22, 2023
Can't wait to use them again! - We got so much out of this experience thanks to our guides. Matt really knew his stuff and had a passion for the topics he shared. I couldn't believe how few people take the time to hike into the Canyon, but we'd never have done it without our guides. He and Alex were so enthusiastic about our National Parks and tailored the activity level to us without making us feel like we were slowing them down.
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Hgrody
Sep 4, 2023
Great Experience! - What an incredible day we had!! Matt Bloomfield was a gracious and knowledgeable host - his geology education came in handy too. Since we were tired from a hike the day before, Matt customized the trip for us which wouldn’t have been possible on a group tour. We had unbelievable view points along the south rim.
And he brought a very good sandwich lunch for us, including a tablecloth on the picnic table, was a nice touch. Matt had plenty of snacks and water for us - we needed for nothing!
Overall, it’s 5 stars and if I could give it 6 stars, I would. Book this tour and get Matt.
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A1715hrjohns
Aug 28, 2023
See above - Matt Bloomfield was a super informative and engaging guide for our private family hikes in the Grand Canyon and Sedona. We highly recommend Matt for family outings in those amazing destinations. He was 5 stars plus.
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Bimingham_alabb
May 27, 2023
Great trip from Sedona to Grand Canyon - From start to finish, it was an amazing day to the Grand Canyon. Our guide, Matt Bloomfield, was very informative and took great care of us. We will definitely use the company again for future tours. Ask for Matt when you book.
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