South Kaibab Day Hike Tour

Overview

Wildland Trekking's expert guides are the best in the business, which is why we are the #1 rated Outdoor Activity at Grand Canyon National Park on Trip Advisor. We will show you the best of the South Rim by pointing out amazing landmarks, teaching you about the history and geology of the Grand Canyon, and helping you vastly increase the safety of your hike with expert guidance and preparation. Enjoy a wonderful picnic lunch, tasty snacks, excellent gear and passionate, educated, professional guides!

City: Grand Canyon National Park

Fri 20 Sep

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Starting at $315.00

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Fri 20 Sep

Starting at $315.00

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What's Included

Microspike crampons (winter and shoulder months)

Snacks

Lunch

Backpack

Trekking poles

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

What To Expect

South Kaibab Trail

The South Kaibab Trail is a must-hike trail in Grand Canyon National Park. It was blasted out of the Canyon's sheer walls by the National Park Service in the 1920s, and today offers a dramatic journey to amazing features like Ooh Aah Point, Cedar Ridge and Skeleton Point. On this tour our goal, which is not guaranteed as each group is unique, is Skeleton Point, where we will enjoy a picnic lunch looking down onto the Colorado River and Phantom Ranch far below us. The hike back is arduous, so be ready for a quick descent and a longer return!

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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Reviews (66)

Maureen C

Aug 2019

Our family hiked this trail with Wildland Trekking. Our tour guide was Shayne and he could not have been nicer or more knowledgeable. We met at 6 am because of the heat and had an amazing experience. Although this is rated a "2" for intensity, I do not recommend this for those who are not in decent shape. We are a fit and athletic family and found this to be a really good workout, especially on the way back up the trail in the hot sun. Shayne made delicious veggie sandwiches for our family which tasted so good after our hike! Highly recommend.

DestinationBeyond

Jul 2019

Our first trip to the Grand Canyon and we loved this hike! So many amazing sites to see and learn about. Shayne is an excellent guide - knowledgeable, professional, entertaining, and fun to spend the day with. He took some great pictures of our family & packed us a delicious lunch. We enjoyed the pace of the hike and never felt rushed. We started early due to the heat & the timing was perfect. Great photos of the sun shining off the rocks and finishing our trek by the time the crowds started rolling in. Highly recommend Shayne, Wildland Trekking, and the South Kaibab trail!

sarahpV8047CH

Jul 2019

My husband and I hiked this trail with Wildland Trekking yesterday. Our guide was Kurt, and we were incredibly impressed with his professionalism from start to finish. The trail itself is stunningly beautiful. It was a quiet start early in the morning to avoid the heat of the day. We used trekking poles throughout out hike, which seemed unnecessary for only the first five minutes. We came to enjoy using the poles and depended on them for comfort and stability. Our group was five guests and Kurt. He took the time to interact with each of us in his own way, respectfully and supportive of our individual interests and abilities. When hiking nearly two miles down into the canyon, each of the five guests had different paces. This is not for the faint of heart. Hiking back up to the top was a tremendous effort for several of us. We would all tell you it was an incredible experience and one not to be missed. The majesty of the scenery is such that getting down inside the canyon improves the experience tenfold. Kurt fed us snacks and a delicious lunch. As we parted ways with Kurt after the hike, my husband and I walked to the overlook area that most tourists use to view the canyon. It was from there that we were able to see the South Kaibab trail from the rim. Wow! Make sure you do this AFTER you do the hike. Seeing what we accomplished heightened our experience. I can't believe we hiked all the way down there and did those trails that look impossible from above. Honestly, it was an experience we will remember for a lifetime.