Grand Canyon: Rim to Rim Hiking Trips
A Rim to Rim hiking trip is a classic experience that should be on your "bucket list" and is one of the most popular backpacking trips we, and the Grand Canyon, have to offer!
Hiking the Grand Canyon North Rim to the South Rim allows you to experience breathtaking views and the vast expanse of the canyon. There are few experiences more spectacular than seeing both the North and the South Rims at the same time from the bottom of the canyon, and is by far the ultimate Grand Canyon adventure tour. This tour has you hiking from the over 8,000ft in elevation from the North Rim to the almost 7,000 ft South Rim. Along the North Kaibab trail we will pass a couple waterfalls (Roaring Springs and Ribbon Falls), hike along Bright Angel Creek, visit Phantom Ranch, dip your toes in the Colorado River and see evidence of ancient civilizations that once called Grand Canyon their home.
Since the road to access the North Rim does not open until May 15th of every year and is closed through the winter months, there is a small window of opportunity each year to complete a Grand Canyon Rim to Rim backpacking trip. This trip is great for the first time backpacker that has an above average level of fitness. You are hiking the main trails of the canyon where there are amenities such as toilets, running water and even a canteen at Phantom Ranch where you can buy a lemonade or a Snickers bar! These trails are also well maintained and considerably wider than most other trails in the canyon - over 6 feet wide in most places. Plus, the Rim to Rim hiking trip is one of the two trips we will run in the summer months since there is ample shade, water and creeks to stay cool and hydrated.
For the ultimate Grand Canyon AND Rim to Rim experience, check out our packrafting trips!
Because the Rim to Rim hike has such high demand, we recommend reserving this hike at least five months in advance. If you would prefer a hike from the South to the North Rim, we can do that to. Contact us for more details.
Number of days: 3 - 5
Mileage: 21 - 24 miles / 34 - 39 km
Elevation Gain/Loss: 5,780 ft / 1,762 m
Trip Cost/Person
| 3 days | 4 days | 5 Days | |
| From Phoenix | $950 | $1150 | $1350 |
|---|---|---|---|
| From Flagstaff | $900 | $1100 | $1300 |
