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Grand Canyon North Rim: 4-Day Backpacking Tour
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  • If canceled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
  • If canceled 60 or more days before departure, a 70% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  • If canceled within 59 days of departure, no refund will be issued.
  • Booking fees are non-refundable after a 48 hours grace period.
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  • If canceled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
  • If canceled 60 or more days before departure, a full refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  • If canceled 30-59 days before departure, a 50% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  • If canceled within 29 days of departure, no refund will be issued.
  • Booking fees are non-refundable after 48 hours grace period.
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  • If canceled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
  • If canceled 30 or more days before departure, a full refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  • If canceled within 29 days of departure, a 50% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  • Booking fees are non-refundable after 48 hours grace period.
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Grand Canyon North Rim: 4-Day Backpacking Tour
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Grand Canyon North Rim: 4-Day Backpacking Tour
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  • This four-day backpacking journey explores the quieter, wilder side of the Grand Canyon, far from roads and crowds. We travel deep into the North Rim backcountry, following demanding trails that reveal towering walls, hidden water sources, and vast, open silence. Days are physical and rewarding, nights are spent under dark, star-filled skies, and every mile feels purposeful. With seasoned guides managing the route and logistics, the focus stays on the landscape, the challenge, and the rare privilege of truly being inside the canyon.

    • We all meet together at 8:00 am in Kanab, Utah, for a full orientation and gear check before driving about 90 minutes to the trailhead. From here, we begin our descent into the Grand Canyon, hiking deep into the backcountry toward Surprise Valley. The dramatic change in elevation quickly reveals the scale and solitude of the canyon. We set up camp in Surprise Valley and settle in for our first night under the stars.

      Hiking: 8 mi (12.9 km)
      Elevation start & end: 7,200 ft down to 3,800 ft (2,195 m → 1,160 m)
      Meals: Dinner
      Accommodation: Camping (tents)

      mighty waterfall north rim

    • Today we explore the Deer Creek area and follow the Colorado River corridor, one of the most iconic sections of the canyon. The terrain shifts as we move closer to the river, with striking canyon walls and lush riparian sections along the way. We finish the day camping beside the river near Tapeats Rapids, falling asleep to the sound of rushing water.

      Hiking: 8 mi (12.9 km)
      Elevation start & end: 3,800 ft down to 2,000 ft (1,160 m → 610 m)
      Meals: Breakfast, dinner
      Accommodation: Camping (tents)

      beautiful river view grand canyon

    • We continue our exploration with a hike along Tapeats Creek and up toward Thunder River, one of the Grand Canyon’s most powerful natural springs. The route climbs steadily back toward the Esplanade, offering sweeping views and a dramatic contrast to the river corridor below. We camp on the Esplanade, enjoying expansive vistas and a sense of remoteness.

      Hiking: 8.5 mi (13.7 km)
      Elevation start & end: 2,000 ft up to 5,200 ft (610 m → 1,585 m)
      Meals: Breakfast, dinner
      Accommodation: Camping (tents)

      yoga pose north rim

    • We hike up and out of the canyon, retracing our way toward the trailhead. The final climb is demanding but rewarding, with ever-expanding views as we gain elevation. We reach the trailhead around 2:00 p.m. and then drive back to Kanab, bringing our canyon journey to a close.

      Hiking: 5.5 mi (8.9 km)
      Elevation start & end: 5,200 ft up to 7,200 ft (1,585 m → 2,195 m)
      Meals: Breakfast

      incredible north rim views

    • Included:

        • An experienced, local hiking guide with extensive knowledge of the area
        • 4-day Grand Canyon North Rim backpacking tour
        • Tents & ground cloths
        • Trailhead transfers
        • 3 breakfasts & 3 dinners
        • Permit
        • Cooking equipment & water filter
        • Group gear
        • First aid kit

      Not included:

        • Travel to/from Kanab, UT
        • Lodging & meals before/after the tour
        • Sleeping bag, sleeping pad, backpack
        • Other personal gear
        • Anything not mentioned in the “Included” section above
        • Insurance — recommended, available to add at checkout
        • Guide gratuities — optional

    • To join this Grand Canyon North Rim tour, excellent fitness is a must. This is a strenuous backpacking experience that requires advance training. You will be…

        • Carrying a backpack weighing approximately 16 kg (35 lb)
        • Hiking on rocky, steep, and unmaintained trails in remote Grand Canyon backcountry
        • Covering daily distances of up to 16–19 km (10–12 mi)
        • Gaining or losing over 1,500 m (5,000 ft) of elevation per day
        • Hiking sections of trail that are exposed and near cliff edges (not suitable for those with vertigo)
        • Doing occasional short scrambling sections where hands may be needed
        • Carrying an additional 3.5–4.5 kg (8–10 lb) of shared group gear or food

      Proper training is required and not optional. You must prepare with backpacking-specific training, including hiking with a weighted pack in the footwear you’ll use on the trip. Inadequate preparation puts yourself, fellow travelers, and guides at risk, and evacuations from the Grand Canyon backcountry are complex and never guaranteed—even with satellite communication.

      Want to see what else is there in the area? Discover more Grand Canyon hiking tours here!

    • Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:

        • Backpack large enough to carry everything you’ll need for the trip
        • Sleeping bag
        • Sleeping pad
        • Hiking poles — optional
        • Water bottle or hydration bladder (4L capacity minimum)
        • Lunches & snacks
        • Eating bowl & utensils
        • Camp shoes or sandals
        • Broken-in hiking boots or shoes
        • Comfortable hiking clothes 
        • Spare clothes for layering
        • Waterproof rain jacket
        • Sunhat
        • Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, tissues, etc.)
        • Headlamp or flashlight
        • Sunglasses
        • Camera — optional (but recommended)

      Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.

    • Group sizes and pricing

        • For this Grand Canyon North Rim tour, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 4:1. 
        • It takes a minimum of 4 people for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 9 participants.

      Grand Canyon North Rim tours can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.

      Min. age requirements

        • If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
        • Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join the Grand Canyon North Rim tour on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.

      If your group has participants under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

    • The starting point of your Grand Canyon North Rim tour is Kanab, UT. To get there, most people fly into St. George Regional Airport (SGU) or Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport (LAS). From there, you can take a shuttle service, public transport, or rent a car to reach Kanab.

      You will meet your guide at 8 am on Day 1 in Kanab.

    • We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with insurance. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout.

      Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner—tailors protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations! Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.

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