Grand Canyon Tour - Hermit Trail

Overview

Explore Hermit Trail on a private guided tour of this incredibly beautiful and sometimes challenging hike in the Grand Canyon: From the very start at the end of South Rim Drive, through Boynton Canyon, and down to Dripping Springs.

Hermit Trail is one of the most famous trails in Grand Canyon National Park and is dedicated to those who came before. Located on the west rim, it is a spectacular hike that is best enjoyed by viewing the Colorado River and Vishnu Schist from an elevated perspective, making the trail ideal for a guided tour. On this Grand Canyon tour, you will begin at Hermit’s Rest, one of only four mule-accessible points at Grand Canyon. From there you will embark on your breathtaking walk down to Tanner Beach and back up again to complete your journey. If conditions permit, you will also have time to run down Hermit Rapids on the Colorado River.

City: Grand Canyon National Park

Sun 23 Feb

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Starting at $499.00

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Sun 23 Feb

Starting at $499.00

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What's Included

Daypacks

Snacks

Lunch

Trekking Poles

Hiking Guide

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Service animals allowed
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Guides required to regularly wash hands

What To Expect

Hermit Trail

The Hermit Trail is descends into the Hermit Basin, a beautiful trail in a side canyon that has rich pioneer history as well as well as plenty of fossils to view within its rocks. It is a steep, rocky trail, often at a tilted slant, with at times large steps down. About one mile down the trail well preserved fossil tracks are found in the Coconino Sandstone layer. “Riprap,” the cobblestone-like construction of rocks in this layer are still in place from its initial construction in 1911. Below the Hermit Basin into the Supai layer, the trail reaches Santa Maria Spring at 2.2 miles. The spring still flows, and a pioneer-era shade structure still stands for people to enjoy a shady rest. The canyon views are visible but are more distant along this trail, while close-up geology, archaeology, plant and animal life abound in this intimate side canyon.

Cancellation Policy

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Reviews (1)

Meghan_C

Apr 2022

We would highly recommend this hike! Our guide had a lot of experience and was very knowledgeable about the area. There wasn’t a question she couldn’t answer and it felt like she catered the hike to our interests and skill level. The scenery was absolutely stunning! This proved to be a first rate operation. We were provided with trekking poles, day packs and a delicious lunch! The adventure was seamless from start to finish. Thanks so much AdventureHQ!

Response from Host

Apr 2022

We appreciate your very kind review. We are so pleased we were able to help you build a pleasurable, life-long memory in the Canyon. We look forward to hosting you on your next trip!