Hiking Hidden Treasures of Canyon Country

Things to know

• What’s included?

  What you get on this adventure:

  • • Experienced, local hiking guides with extensive knowledge of the area
    • 5-day guided Canyon Country tour
    • Accommodation in luxury cabins (4 nights)
    • All meals during the tour (from lunch on Day 1 through lunch on Day 5)
    • Snacks
    • Transportation during the tour
    • All group gear
    • Entrance fees

  Dietary needs or restrictions (including vegetarian, vegan, kosher, and gluten-free diets) can be accommodated, provided that you let us know at least six weeks in advance.

  What’s not included:

  • • Transportation to Hanksville, UT
    • Accommodation prior to and after the tour
    • Travel insurance
    • Personal items
    • Alcoholic beverages
    • Guide gratuities — optional
• How fit do I need to be?

  While this Canyon Country tour is beginner-friendly, you still need to have good fitness levels. Depending on the day, you’ll hike up to 9 miles (14 km) with up to 1,200 ft (365 ft) of elevation gain per day. You can expect flat, rolling, and mountainous terrain with some steep ascents and descents, as well as uneven trails. We recommend that you prepare for the trip with conditioning hikes of 4-6 miles (6.5-10 km) over varied terrain while carrying a 5-10 lb (2-5 kg) backpack if you do not already have a consistent hiking routine.

  Keep in mind that this is a family-friendly tour, so as long as you’re all ready for these miles and elevation gains, don’t hesitate to join the trip!

• What do I need to bring?

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

  • • Small backpack to fit all the things listed below
    • Water bottle or hydration bladder (2L capacity)
    • Lightweight hiking boots or shoes
    • Spare clothes for layering
    • Waterproof rain jacket
    • Sunhat and sunglasses
    • Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, toilet paper, etc.)
    • Headlamp or flashlight
    • Hiking poles — optional
    • 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 age requirements

  Group sizes and prices:

  • • For this Canyon Country tour, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 10:1.
    • This is a group tour, but a private tour can be organized at your request.
    • It takes a minimum of 4 people for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is 10 people.
    • The cost does not decrease as the group grows.

  Canyon Country 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.
    • Children as young as 5 may be permitted to join the hike on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.

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

• Getting there and meeting location

  To get to Hanksville in Utah, the starting point of your Canyon Country tour, most people fly into Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC). Once there, rent a car and drive to Hanksville, it’s less than 4 hours away. Another option is the Grand Junction Airport (GJT), which is a 2-hour drive away from Hanksville—though the flight schedule is more limited.

  Once you and your guide agree on the details of your itinerary, your guide will suggest the best place to meet in Hanksville, whether that’s at the guide shop or a predetermined location.

• Safety measures in Utah

  We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with both emergency medical and travel insurance. With medical insurance, if you have an accident or medical emergency on or off the mountain, you’ll avoid paying out of pocket for costly expenses. This covers everything from hospital treatments to emergency air transportation and more.

  Travel insurance covers canceled flights, natural disasters and other scenarios that may interrupt your travel plans.

  We also expect you to respect local regulations and take measures to protect yourselves, your guides, and the communities you’re traveling to.

  If you need assistance selecting the right insurance for your group, let us know and we will be happy to help!

• Deposits and cancellation policy

  A non-refundable $500 deposit to secure your place is due upon booking. The remaining amount is paid 2 months (60 days) prior to departure. Once the trip is confirmed by the guide, the cancellation policy stated below applies.

  If a Client cancels the Booking…

  • • Sixty (60) calendar days or more prior to the trip start date, Client is entitled to a full refund minus the non-refundable deposit and a $50 per person administrative fee.
    • Fifty-nine (59) to forty-six (46) calendar days prior to the trip start date, Client is entitled to a 50% refund of the trip cost minus the deposit.
    • Forty-five (45) to thirty-one (31) calendar days prior to the trip start date, Client is entitled to a 25% refund of the trip cost minus the deposit.
    • Thirty (30) calendar days or less prior to the trip start date, Client is not entitled to a refund, trip credit, or transfer of payment.

  It is possible to transfer from one trip to another, or one date to another with Get In The Wild guiding company. If a Client wishes to do so…

  • • Sixty (60) calendar days or more prior to the trip start date, Client will be charged a $25 per person administrative fee.
    • Fifty-nine (59) to forty-six (46) calendar days prior to the trip start date, Client will be charged a $25 per person administrative fee plus the cost of any non-refundable lodging or permit fees.
    • Forty-five (45) to thirty-one (31) calendar days prior to the trip start date, Client will be charged a $50 per person administrative fee plus the cost of any non-refundable lodging or permit fees.
    • Thirty (30) calendar days or less prior to the trip start date, Client is not entitled to a refund, trip credit, or transfer of payment.