Backpacking The Grand Canyon
Rare is the person who when presented with the idea of taking a scenic hike through the spectacular Grand Canyon replies, “you know, that just doesn’t sound very fun.” That being said, much more frequent are the individuals who might say, “I’d love to but that just sounds too overwhelming.”
A backpacking trip through the Grand Canyon can sound intimidating, especially when going out on your own, but guided tours with veterans of the area take away all the stigma of the trip. In fact, even the most able-bodied experienced hikers often choose to take the trek with a guide, simply to experience everything the Canyon has to offer and to not miss out on anything. If you’re thinking about crossing a hike through the Grand Canyon off your bucket list, do so with a guide for these enticing reasons:
Experience
The guides on a Grand Canyon tour are not only friendly and accommodating, but they’re also knowledgeable from doing this for a living. You get so much more out of a guided visit by having a live “Google” at your fingertips for answering any questions on the spot. The guides know the best side hikes and will take your input to adjust on the fly and conquer the most exciting route based on your tastes.
Meet Other Hikers
A great thing about guided backpacking tours is that they often involve other visitors as well. You can mingle and converse with other hikers from around the globe as you all conquer the trails together, taking pictures and soaking in the unique sights and sounds of the Canyon.
Safety
Another benefit of traveling with a guide who has done this literally hundreds of times is the added safety. Those who aren’t familiar with the area or don’t have hiking and backpacking experience should never try and traverse the land on their own. Instead, guides will make sure you never get lost, ensure you’re taking proper breaks and staying hydrated, ensuring you’ve packed the right gear and get you to the camp on time for multi-day trips.
About Four Season Guides: Four Season Guides is an experienced leader in guided backpacking, kayaking, and hiking tours across the great landscapes of the Grand Canyon. With a team of guides that are friendly and experienced, FSG offers over 40 different trips. For more information on backpacking the Grand Canyon visit www.fsguides.com.
