Backcountry solitude far from the crowds, breathtaking views at every turn, unexpected waterfalls, unparalleled stargazing, and the very best guides in the desert southwest. This will be your adventure into the remote and spectacular wilderness backcountry on the North Rim of the Grand Canyon. It's a challenging but extremely rewarding 4 day backpacking trip that shows off the very best that the Grand Canyon has to offer.
We have perfected this itinerary over the past 15 years to provide an unsurpassed experience. Our guides have a combined total of over 800 days on this route alone. We know the trails, terrain, geology, fossils, plants, animals, history, astronomy and all the secret spots that you'd never see if you came on your own. In short, we know our stuff and you're in for an adventure of a lifetime.
Trip Length: 4 days, 3 nights
Difficulty: Very Strenuous
Meeting location: Kanab, Utah
Trip beings at 8 am on Day 1 and ends in the late afternoon on Day 4. Trips are not confirmed until a permit has been secured from the Grand Canyon Backcountry Office.
WHAT WE PROVIDE: Permit, guides with Wilderness First Responder certifications, tents & ground cloths, 3 breakfasts and 3 dinners, cooking equipment, water filters and other group gear and first aid kits.
YOU NEED TO BRING: Adventurous spirit, backpack, sleeping bag, sleeping pad, hiking footwear that is well broken-in, water bottles and/or hydration bladder to carry 4 liters minimum, lunches & snacks, headlamp, eating bowl & utensil, camp shoes or sandals and rain jacket. A complete gear list will be sent after registering.