Guest Testimonials
“Our Bryce and Escalante lodge-based hiking was a great trip! Matt’s knowledge and experience allowed him to show us things we never would have found on our own. He tailored the itineraries to the groups interests and abilities so that everyone had an enjoyable trip. I recently went on a tour with a larger guide company, but I really missed the small group size and personal touch provided by Four Season Guides. I highly recommend this company and look forward to hiking with them again next year!” – Sharon J.
“This year was our second trip with FSG and it was absolutely perfect. Our guide Drew is a wealth of information and well studied on the geological and cultural aspects of the Americas, and in particular for our trip in the US Southwest. We did a lodge based tour this year and the entire operation was first class. The Inn was fantastic and a must for anyone in the area. The equipment and transportation/vans are all new or in perfect condition. The food on the trail was plentiful and varied. Drew put on some 5 Stars trail lunch spreads at spots with views only those with adventure in their blood can experience. The evening restaurants were far above our expectations, nearly resort gourmet! This annual trip with friends of 40 years is something that we all look forward to and Four Season’s has earned our respect and appreciation! From first contact to final departure, this is a job well done by Four Seasons!” – Andrew P.
“Our trip absolutely exceeded our expectations. I truly believe there was not a thing that I could suggest to improve the trip. Hiking activities: wonderful – the sights were amazing and appropriate. Owen did a great job of juggling some weather so that all were safe and able to experience sights that we may not have been able to if he wasn’t creative and flexible about the situation. Accommodations: stunning! We were amazed by how cute and comfortable the lodge was. This is truly a hidden gem of Escalante. It was definitely better than being in a hotel! Group: we had a group of diverse ages. There were a few struggles due to age/ability and also bodies adjusting to the elevation. There will always be some form of this in a group of strangers and so to me, it was expected. I am fully aware of this as a potential when signing up for a group experience. Hiking on different terrain, and in a different environment is not an easy task and I feel that the advice on training is very appropriate and should be taken seriously. Guide: I may have some bias because I have been with Owen before in the Grand Canyon, but he is an amazing guide. His experience, leadership, and knowledge of everything around us, is outstanding.
Overall, I came back for a reason. I appreciate everything that is put together for a wonderful experience. I thoroughly enjoyed it, and the trip was worth every moment being able to spend time with my husband who would have difficulty with backpacking trips. Thank you so much again and I can’t wait to see y’all in the future!” – McKenzie T.
“We booked the Escalante lodge-based tour with Four Seasons with 2 other couples. It was a wonderful trip – perfect weather and a great itinerary covering Bryce and Escalante. The treks were mind-blowing in terms of scenery, and we were thrilled to avoid the crowds at Zion. Matt, our guide, was a wealth of knowledge and bent over backwards to accommodate the group throughout the trip. Lodgings were clean and quite comfortable — we all slept like babies. We will definitely be back for another excursion!” Patrick R.