Grand Canyon Rim to Rim Crossing
The Rim-to-Rim hike is widely regarded as the most sought-after bucket-list adventure in the Grand Canyon—and for many, in the world. Fall is an especially popular season, offering cooler temperatures and ideal hiking conditions deep within the canyon.
This unforgettable four-day backpacking journey carries you through millions of years of geological history and extraordinary natural beauty. You’ll travel along routes first established by Indigenous peoples, later expanded by early miners and settlers, and ultimately refined into the well-maintained National Park Service trails we hike today. Along the way, the canyon reveals itself layer by layer—towering rock formations, flowing waterfalls, lush inner-canyon corridors, and sweeping 360-degree vistas that stop you in your tracks.
Throughout the trip, your guide provides thoughtful insight into the Native cultures with deep ancestral ties to the canyon, as well as the pioneers and entrepreneurs who later shaped its early development. You’ll visit historic sites and subtle landmarks that many visitors pass without ever noticing, adding depth and meaning to the journey beyond the miles hiked.
To complete the experience, we prepare high-quality, satisfying meals each day—including a taste of Native-inspired cuisine, a unique touch that sets this trip apart and reflects the cultural roots of the land you’re traveling through.
INCLUDED
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Top-of-the-line tent, backcountry sleeping pad and multi-day backpack
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High-quality sleeping bag (laundered after every use)
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Use of trekking poles
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Use of snow crampons if necessary
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All meals while backpacking including a few traditional Navajo dishes
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A professional, knowledgeable, Wilderness First Responder certified Grand Canyon hiking guide
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Roundtrip transportation from Page, Arizona to the Grand Canyon and back
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Entrance fees and national park permits
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First-Aid and emergency items
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NOT INCLUDED
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Clothes, raingear, and footwear (see recommendations)
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Sunscreen, toiletries, and personal items
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Water bottle/bladder
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Headlamp
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Guide gratuity (industry recommendation is 10-20% of trip cost)
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We will provide a pack list to aid with preparation after booking
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Price per person
$1950
Day 1
Grand Canyon
North Rim to Cottonwood Campground
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Trip Overview
This unforgettable backpacking adventure descends deep into the Grand Canyon, offering dramatic scenery, lush creekside corridors, and iconic landmarks—all without the long, exhausting shuttle day most other trips require.
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2-Hour Scenic Shuttle from Page to the Trailhead
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Compared to the 4–6 hour shuttles required by most Flagstaff or Phoenix-based operators​
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Hiking Details
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Distance: 6.5 miles / 10.5 km
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Elevation Change: 4,200 ft / 1,280 m descent
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Trail Highlights:
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Coconino Overlook
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Supai Tunnel
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Manzanita Rest Area
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Bright Angel Creek
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Waterfalls, wildlife, and diverse canyon flora
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The route finishes at Cottonwood Campground, where you can cool off with your feet in the crystal-clear waters of Bright Angel Creek—a guest favorite after the descent.
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Food Included
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Enjoy an exceptional, guide-prepared lunch on the trail and a hot, satisfying dinner at camp.
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Difficulty
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Moderate to Hard
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While the trail trends downhill, many hikers find the descent to be the most physically demanding due to steep grades and sustained elevation loss. That said, this is not a rushed hike—we build in time to rest, hydrate, and fully enjoy the scenery along the way.
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Day 2
Grand Canyon
Cottonwood Camp to Bright Angel Camp
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Hiking Details
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Distance: 7.8 miles / 12.5 km
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Elevation Change: 1,540 ft / 470 m descent
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Highlights Along the Way
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Ribbon Falls – one of the Grand Canyon’s most iconic waterfalls
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Bright Angel Creek – hiking alongside flowing water most of the day
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“The Box” – towering canyon walls and dramatic narrows
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Several low-crossing bridges
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Waterfalls, wildlife, and lush riparian zones
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Mule deer sightings are common
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Colorado River access and sandy canyon “beaches”
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Phantom Ranch — home of the famous lemonade 😋
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Difficulty
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Easy to Moderate
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Day 2 is a noticeably more relaxed hiking day. The trail follows Bright Angel Creek with a gentle, sustained downhill grade through shaded riparian areas, making it one of the most scenic and enjoyable stretches of the entire trip.
Day 3
Bright Angel Camp to Havasupai Garden Camp
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Hiking Details
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Distance: 5 miles / 8 km
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Elevation Change: 1,300 ft / 400 m gain
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Highlights Along the Way
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Colorado River crossing via the iconic Silver Bridge
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1.5 miles / 2.4 km of riverside hiking along the Colorado
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Riverside rest stop and photo opportunities
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Devil’s Corkscrew – a classic Grand Canyon ascent
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Pioneer-era ruins
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Pipe Creek
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Plateau Point with a breathtaking sunset overlook
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Difficulty
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Moderate
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Day 3 marks your first true ascent out of the inner canyon. The day begins at a relaxed pace with scenic riverside hiking along the majestic Colorado River before turning upward to tackle the famous Devil’s Corkscrew. We take this climb steadily and intentionally, finishing the day with a well-earned sunset at Plateau Point—one of the most memorable viewpoints in the entire canyon.
Day 4
Havasupai Garden Camp to South Rim
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Hiking Details
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Distance: 4.5 miles / 7.2 km
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Elevation Change: 3,040 ft / 925 m gain
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Highlights Along the Way
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Final ascent with wide-open canyon views
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Ancient dinosaur tracks, preserved in stone
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Hidden Indian pictographs, left by early Indigenous peoples who traveled these canyon routes long before modern trails existed
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The infamous Jacob’s Ladder, tracing paths once used by early settlers and Native travelers alike
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Possible bighorn sheep sightings, an animal long respected in many Southwest cultures
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Plenty of “almost there” moments
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High fives, smiles, and a few well-earned tears at the finish
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After the Hike
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2-hour scenic shuttle back to Page, AZ, traveling across the Navajo Nation
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Difficulty
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Moderate to Hard
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Day 4 begins early to take advantage of cool morning temperatures as we make the final climb out of the canyon. With planned rest stops around the 3-mile and 1.5-mile points, there’s time to pause, reflect, and take in the canyon one last time. Along the way, your guide will point out cultural markers—subtle pictographs, ancient travel corridors, and natural features that have held meaning for Native peoples for generations—before completing the journey with a powerful sense of accomplishment at the rim.
