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I was so lucky to find Ben and his company. From start to finish, Ben was professional, courteous and an absolute pleasure to work with! My clients said this was truly one of the best experiences of their lives and praised Ben and his entire operation! I cannot thank Ben and All-Star Grand Canyon Tours enough for their services and it was worth every dollar my clients spent! TOP NOTCH, thank you so much!
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Just a quick note to tell you that our family had a lifetime memorable hike in the Grand Canyon last friday with Jason. He was fantastic and we would book with you again and will recommend you also. Thank you so much for all your help. We were very pleased and inspired!!
- Mary & Jerry, Iowa
We had unbelievably great time... truly epic ! Everyone can't stop talking about what a wonderful and memorable experience we had individual and collectively. You and your team made it happen and we are grateful. Thanks to you, Jason for making this the most wonderful adventure we've had (so far)!
- Igal, Canada
We had a fantastic day on the tour to the Grand Canyon with Joel. He was so knowledgeable, friendly and fun. We definitely feel we had the best tour and day possible. The van was very comfortable and the lunch was great. (We noticed people on other tours looking enviously at our spread with the attractively set out food, table cloth, plates, etc.) THANKS for giving us a memorable experience.
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South Kaibab and Bright Angel Loop
Level 3: Immersive - Appropriate for athletic families with older kids (teens and above), as well as backpackers with some experience and stamina. Level 3 trips will typically be longer mileage, thus covering more of the Canyon landscape and giving the guest a broader overall experience. These trips will involve mostly well-maintained, but also some unmaintained trails.
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Difficulty: Level 3
Distance: 20.9mi/33.6km
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Total Distance with loaded backpack: 16.5 miles (26.6 km). Elevation loss / gain: -4,780’ / +4,380’ (-1,457 m / +1,336 m)
Day 1: South Rim to Bright Angel campground, via South Kaibab trail. 7.0 miles (11.3 km), -4,780’ (-1,457 m), Difficult. Backpackers begin their trip with a drive from Flagstaff to the South Rim of Grand Canyon. The South Kaibab trail is unique in terms of its intensive construction, ridge-top views, and passage through rare Grand Canyon Supergroup rock layers. Lunch will be enjoyed along the trail. After the demanding hike to the bottom of the Canyon, guests can soak in Bright Angel Creek, visit the banks of the Colorado River, or enjoy a cold drink at the famous Phantom Ranch. En route: no water available; enclosed composting toilets available at Cedar Ridge and the Tipoff. At camp: potable tap water and restrooms available.
Day 2: Bright Angel campground to Havasupai Gardens campground, via River trail and Bright Angel trail. 4.7 miles (7.6 km), +1,320’ (+403 m), Strenuous. After a great breakfast, backpackers will pack up and re-cross the River, then begin the day's hike. Backpackers will travel along riverside sand dunes and up unique corkscrew switchbacks to a hanging valley oasis at Havasupai Gardens. This campground offers day hike opportunities, as well as simple, relaxing shade, picnic tables and lush greenery. Ask your guide for more information. En route: water available in Pipe Creek and Garden Creek below Havasupai Gardens, but must be filtered or treated before drinking; enclosed composting toilets available at River Resthouse. At camp: potable tap water and enclosed composting toilets available.
Day 3: Havasupai Gardens campground to Grand Canyon Village, via Bright Angel trail. 4.8 miles (7.7 km), +3,060’ (+933 m), Strenuous. On the last day, backpackers encounter a challenging steady uphill hike out to the South Rim of Grand Canyon. This upper section of the Bright Angel trail treats hikers to outstanding geological vistas and ancient pictographs. At the top, our backpacking groups relax near the trailhead and savor their accomplishments over a sandwich and cold refreshment. En route: potable tap water (seasonal) and enclosed composting toilets available at Three Mile Resthouse and Mile-and-a-Half Resthouse.
