A river expedition on the Colorado River as it winds its way through the Grand Canyon is the stuff of legends, and with good reason. The whitewater is some of the most wild and adventurous in the world, and the red rock/blue sky/green trees scenery is second to none. But what about that scenery? Should you be fortunate enough to score a spot on a river expedition, your Grand Canyon river guide may take you on a handful of side hikes, but you probably won't have enough time to see the best side canyons, oases, and vistas around. An excellent way to experience this desert wonder is by embarking on one of the many hiking expeditions the Grand Canyon has to offer.
On a Grand Canyon hike or backpacking excursion, you are likely to see some of the most amazing geologic, picturesque views on the planet, as well as complex side canyons, gorgeous oasis-like green areas, creeks, and wildlife such as deer, wild sheep, and many birds of prey. You will work hard for these opportunities, of course, sometimes logging several miles each day. But for the hale and hardy (it is recommended that you be in pretty fair physical shape for some of these outings), the hike is a once in a lifetime chance to see the canyon like few others ever will.
Depending on what time of year you book your trip, high temperatures can be an issue. Temperatures in the summer season can be well into the triple digits, so if that seems severe to you, you might want to look at April-May, when the vegetation is starting to blossom, or late summer/early fall, which can be a really spectacular time to enjoy the canyon due to the changing colors and cool, crisp nights.
Hiring a professional guide will help ensure safety and virtually guarantee that you experience the finest the canyon has to offer. Depending on the length of your trip, your guides will provide some or all of the necessary equipment so you have less to carry. They will also give you a list of necessary personal items you need to bring, such as hats and water sandals so you will be well prepared before you embark on your adventure. If you do choose to do your own trip, be prepared to carry in all of your gear including food, clothing, shelter, etc. Pack mules are available for hire in the area, but it is really an option that should be left to the skilled outdoorsmen.
So, whether you've already been to the Colorado River on a whitewater rafting tour, or you're organizing your first trip to this stunning area, hiking in the Grand Canyon is the ideal outdoors adventure trip to experience this natural wonder.
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Hatch River Expeditions offers amazing Grand Canyon hiking expeditions that are highly recommended by author Stephen Daniels. Their skilled guides will take you on the adventure of a lifetime, showing you the canyon as few see it; they will make sure that all your senses are well stimulated, and will educate you about the importance of conservation to preserve this natural wonder of the world.
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