Half-Day Private Grand Canyon Guided Hiking Tour
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Arizona, USA
- 5 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Get away from the crowds on Grand Canyon’s South Rim, and see some real “Wonder of the World” views. Going deep into the canyon, on this private, guided tour, you’ll experience some of the most beautiful hiking in the country, with snacks, gear, and tidbits of history and geology provided along the way. Totally customizable, you can pick the ins and outs of adventure—knowing it’ll be world-class.
- Hassle-free pickup from your northern Arizona hotel
- Lunch, backpacks, hiking poles, and park entrance fee included
- All skill levels can be accommodated, from beginners to expert hikers
- See the Grand Canyon below the rim, taking in some of the park's best views
What's Included
- LunchWe serve the freshest food in Grand Canyon, avocados tomatoes lettuce cucumbers hummus all prepared fresh on the trail.
- We have Camelbak backpacks, Mountainsmith trekking poles, headlamps, and all the extras you will need for the day.
- Private transportation
- All Fees and Taxes
- SnacksOur legendary "Canyon Snack Bag" has all the calories you need to power you out of the canyon. Peanut M&Ms, granola bars, mixed nuts, beef jerky, peanut butter pretzels, Paydays, and much more.
- Please wear appropriate footwear such as hiking boots, trail runners, or running shoes with tread. No flat bottom shoes, sandals, or open toes. You are hiking the Grand Canyon.
- Gratuities of 10 to 15% are greatly appreciated.
- Please bring light hiking clothes and not heavy fabrics like denim.
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
We pick up at ANY hotel or any address you want in Northern Arizona. Whether Grand Canyon, Tusayan, Flagstaff, or Williams, we will come get you. We will coordinate a proper pickup time for the time of the year your hike falls on. We will call within 48 hours to set up your time and place of pickup. We have free pick up from Williams, Flagstaff, and Grand Canyon in our clean Honda Odysseys. We do NOT pick up in Sedona as that is too far away. The drive from Sedona to Flagstaff is about 45 minutes and we will pick you up in Flagstaff, no worries.
Arranged start time
Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
- 10/03/2022 - 04/08/2027
Monday - Sunday : 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
What To Expect
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Grand Canyon National Park
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Grand Canyon South Rim
3
Flagstaff
4
Grand Canyon Village
5
South Kaibab Trail
6
Bright Angel Trail
7
Grandview Trail
8
Grand Canyon Desert View Watchtower
9
Flagstaff Visitor Center
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
David_J
Jon was a great communicator prior to the trip - we had several phone calls to understand the itinerary, the timing and what to expect. I had really high expectations after those calls, and the trip didn’t disappoint. Our guide, Kevin, was knowledgeable, energetic and really fun. The canyon was beautiful, the meal was great, the still/quiet coming up in the dark was amazing. Overall, we had a great experience and HIGHLY recommend this trek. Thank you Kevin and Jon!
Reviews
5.0
based on 220 reviews
Dawn_G, Mar 2026
Our hike into the Grand Canyon with Christy was just spectacular!!!! We learned things about the canyon we never would have if we hiked alone. She was continuously checking in with us to make sure we were not over exerting ourselves. She knew exactly where to catch the most amazing photographs especially of the gorgeous sunset. We highly recommend Christy to accompany you if you’ve never hiked the canyon. You will NOT be disappointed!!!
James_C, Mar 2026
Our guide was great! He took his time with us, For anyone doing this for the first time, go with Only Grand Canyon hikes. It is worth every penny.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
That was such a fun day with you and the kid. I can't believe we went that far down in the Canyon. It got hot out, but we were ready to roll and we made it an amazing day. Enjoy those crazy pictures,
Shannon_S, Mar 2026
I was traveling with my husband and two teenage boys. Of course the boys were much faster than me and took off. Jon, our guide stayed with me and helped to make sure I made it back up from the hike. The views were beautiful. Jon was very knowledgeable and tailored the hike to the needs of our whole family. We had a great experience
Response from Host, Mar 2026
So glad your family adventure turned out so amazing. It was a big day and you crushed the uphill. Thanks for spending your vacation time with us.
Leslie_F, Feb 2026
By far, the best experience we had on our entire trip. Our guide was so attentive, so nice new everything that there was to know kept us safe and made the hike the most enjoyable part of our trip. We loved it!
Response from Host, Feb 2026
The weather was absolutely amazing and I had so much fun hiking with you guys in the Canyon. Everybody did amazing and I know the pictures came out about perfect.
Randi_S, Dec 2025
Was a very fun hike. 10/10 views. Jon was a very well prepared guide and lots of fun! He pushed up our hike to avoid rain and we had a great day!
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thanks so much for coming out and having a great day in the Canyon with us. It was so fun hanging out with your family, and we really appreciate you spending your vacation time with only Grand Canyon.
David_H, Nov 2025
Jon was our guide and we spoke a few times before the trip. He picked us (me, wife, and twin 10 yr old boys) up at the hotel on time and drove us to the canyon. When we got there, he executed an amazing backward parallel parking maneuver that got us right where we needed to be to see down into the canyon where we were going to hiking. We then proceeded to the drop off point for the hike and he took us down with his provided hiking poles. The poles make a real difference and cut down on sliding in the gravelly path and benefitted when climbing out. In our pre-hike discussions, Jon made it clear that although it was Thanksgiving Day and pretty brisk at the rim, it would warm significantly as we descended. Boy was he right and his recommendation to wear shorts was spot on. Each of us as shorts under our hiking clothes or hiking pants convertible to shorts and it made a huge difference on the comfort level. We could see others who had descended in overly warm clothing really struggling on the ascension and sweating profusely. Jon even identified one poorly prepared hiker and insisted he take some water and cool down before his body shut down. Other folks, he was less insistent but offered his extra water to several other less prepared hikers.
When we got to the bottom (not the very base but as far as we were hiking - 5 layers deeps into the canyon), Jon made us some delicious chicken wraps (adults) and peanut butter sandwiches (the boys) so we enjoyed our Thanksgiving Day dinner 1500 ft deep in the canyon creating a once in a life time memory for my family and me.
On the ascent, Jon led us out. This enabled him to set the pace. The boys, of course, still had tons of energy and were willing to nearly run to the top so with Jon leading, he kept the pace much slower and prevented us from burning ourselves out trying to go too swiftly. I'm not saying the trip out was easy, it is a climb, but with Jon's knowledge and experience, we were able to make it out in a timely manner that while still much faster than the descent, didn't wear us out and leave everybody sore the next day.
Jon is a very helpful man and very knowledgeable guide, providing lots of information both during the drive to the canyon and during the hike. I'm very glad Jon was there to guide us through the hike and make for us a very memorable day! In the annals of my family, this one the best trips we've had, and I would recommend it to anyone. And lastly, although certainly not a requirement to being a proficient guide, Jon took some incredible pictures for us during the hike; he's a master of panoramic view as you can see from the picture I'm uploading.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you so much for spending your vacation time with us and your family was a blast to hike with. I hope the pictures last for a lifetime and I hope you come back and see us.
April_M, Oct 2025
John went above and beyond with staying in communication and coordinating our adventure. Kevin, our guide, was friendly, patient, and very hospitable. I highly recommend this tour (sunset tour is the best!).
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Kevin said you had an amazing time on your trip and the pictures came out incredible. Thank you for spending your vacation time with us as we greatly appreciate it.
David_J, Oct 2025
Jon was a great communicator prior to the trip - we had several phone calls to understand the itinerary, the timing and what to expect. I had really high expectations after those calls, and the trip didn’t disappoint. Our guide, Kevin, was knowledgeable, energetic and really fun. The canyon was beautiful, the meal was great, the still/quiet coming up in the dark was amazing. Overall, we had a great experience and HIGHLY recommend this trek. Thank you Kevin and Jon!
Response from Host, Oct 2025
We really appreciate you spending your vacation time with us. Kevin said it was an amazing hike and you really got some gorgeous.pictures.
Jennifer_C, Oct 2025
Jon was a terrific guide for a hike in the Grand Canyon. We had an a great experience enjoying the amazing views, lunch and plenty of stops for pictures. He tailored the experience to our needs with adjustments for weather. A perfect way to maximize a day in the canyon! Highly recommend.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thanks again and I had a real blast hiking with you. The pictures came out amazing and it was so much fun hiking with you guys.
Michelle_G, Oct 2025
This was the perfect tour to experience the Grand Canyon. Our tour guide Jon thought of every detail to make our trip special and memorable. I would 100% recommend. We hope to make it back again someday!
Response from Host, Oct 2025
I had so much fun hiking in the Grand Canyon with you and I so appreciate your generosity. Thanks for spending your vacation time with me.and I hope those pictures last forever.
Matthew_G, Sep 2025
We did a half-day sunset hike with Kevin--who was outstanding. He was kind, funny, very knowledgeable. We would absolutely recommend him and this company anytime. Everything was taken care of--all we had to do was show up, hike, and enjoy the amazing views. The weather was perfect and late afternoon was definitely the way to go. Absolutely book this hike if you are thinking of going down into the canyon!
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Kevin said. You were amazing to hike with and the day was absolutely perfect. I hope you enjoy those pictures and thanks so much for spending your vacation time with us.
Scott_E, Sep 2025
Fabulous hike down South Kaibab trail with Kevin as our guide. This outfitter is top shelf. Lifetime memory.
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Kevin said you were so much fun to hike with and we truly appreciate your generosity towards him. Thanks for spending your vacation time with us.
Richard_E, Sep 2025
Jon was excellent and the views were more than we could have imagined. Guidance was above and beyond and the views were definitely worth the hike. Great photos too!!
Response from Host, Sep 2025
I had so much fun taking your gang down into the Canyon. I really appreciate your generosity and I hope you cherish those photos forever.
Lynn_D, Sep 2025
Awesome time great adventure.i came here from Florida and did not expect the experience I had my wife and me are definitely going to come back with the kids next year.highly recommend Kevin as the tour guide.
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Kevin said it was an amazing hike and you were so much fun to be with. I hope those pictures last forever, and thanks so much for spending your vacation time with us.
Paula_S, Aug 2025
I’m not sure there are words I can use to describe how amazing our experience was. It truly beat all expectations! From the first check in with owner John describing our day, talking through options, and making recommendations for our family to enjoy the other days we would be in the area; to meeting up with Kevin and Christy the day of the hike and oh my lands - what an adventure we will never forget. These two truly love the canyon and their jobs and it showed. Their enthusiasm was contagious. When they say they have everything you’ll need - believe them. (We are still eating off the amazing snack bags two days later!!). They work at your pace and abilities and whether you do 1 mile or 10 miles… they make sure it’s magical and you leave with your heart, soul, and body full! By the time we left them, I felt like they were part of our family. Another thing we would recommend is late Aug - Sept for weather. It was warm at times but the night time was absolutely perfect!
Giving an idea of the dynamic in our family - we were a party of 6 with ages ranging from 9 to 70 years old. We aren’t particularly as active as we should be and I was a little nervous going into this adventure. Kevin and Christy worked together to ensure everyone was safe and having a good time. Took as many breaks as needed - especially on the way back up - and kept conversations, Grand Canyon facts and stories (even if some of them were old liar legends), and some sing alongs through the adventure. (Not required but helped with distractions during the hard times.) Oh and the photos you will get! Kevin is a wizard with the panos and amazing family/canyon photos.
The icing on the cake was when my 9-year-old was struggling and done at the end (his body on eastern time zone, he had pushed himself through every step, and it was dark) but we still had about 20 mins left up to the rim - Kevin and Christy we’re supportive, patient, encouraging, and helped everyone make it through. He was inconsolable but that didn’t stop them from trying! So amazing! I literally could use all 20k characters to brag on these two but I’m sure people have already stopped reading. LOL. I would literally hire them on each and every hike we ever do. I hope they stop by when they get a chance to make it out to the Smoky Mountains one day!
Seriously - hire them now!!
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Kevin and Christy said it was just an amazing day. Thank you so much for coming out and spending your vacation time with us and your review is just over the top.
Charlotte_S, Jul 2025
I have hiked many times prior to this trip, although I was traveling with young adults and wanted a local professional to lead the way. It was a great decision. The summer temperature was very moderate but the sun is strong. Doing a late afternoon hike until sunset was ideal. Our guide Kevin was more than perfect!
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Thanks so much for coming out and spending your vacation time with us. Kevin said you were amazing and the pictures turned out just perfect.
Deborah_F, Jun 2025
Entire experience was absolutely incredible.
If we could rate higher than 5 stars, we would. Jon and his staff and guides provided the highest level of care and commitment to ensuring a great environment with spectacular views and hiking for different levels of hiking experience.
Response from Host, Jun 2025
We are so glad you enjoyed our epic adventure below the rim. I hope you enjoy those photos and we appreciate you spending your vacation time with us..
Lisa_F, May 2025
Everything about this experience was thoughtful and well done. From John’s phone call right after booking where he gave us great tips for our trip as a whole, to our guide Kevin who picked us up and made sure we had an amazing Canyon experience. Highly, highly recommend!
Response from Host, May 2025
Kevin said you were so much fun to hike with. I hope the pictures last a lifetime and we appreciate your generosity, Jon
Jackie_R, May 2025
Trip description promises a lot, and then delivers more. John took us on a hike of a lifetime, and entertained us the whole time. This is a rigorously fun experience. High expectations will be met, and in our experience, expounded upon. Grand Canyon is on the top of the list of places to experience in the world, and this is a highly recommended way to do it.
Response from Host, May 2025
Thanks so much for coming out and spending the sunset with us. The pictures we got were absolutely amazing and I know these memories will last a lifetime.
Amanda_L, Apr 2025
We had a wonderful hike in the Grand Canyon! Kevin was an incredible guide - very knowledgeable and so good with our kids! He made sure the entire hike was geared around what we wanted to see and our comfort/skill level. Highly recommend!!
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Kevin said it was an amazing day and it was so fun to hike with your family. thanks so much for coming out and enjoying our epic adventure.
Shayna_G, Apr 2025
We had a great time on our hike with Christy! We appreciated the door to door service with pick up at and drop off at our Airbnb in Flagstaff, and thoroughly enjoyed our well paced, beautiful scenic day of hiking on the Kaibab. The well stocked snack bag and fresh canyon wrap lunch were a plus! We have great photos and great family memories of our Grand Canyon adventure.
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Christy said you were really fun to hike with and the day was absolutely amazing. So much for spending your vacation time with us, JON
Jennifer_T, Apr 2025
After booking Jon called to review the trip and answer any questions. We were picked up at our hotel by Kevin. He equipt us with snack bags, water, frozen Gatorade, back packs and walking poles. Kevin was a pleasure to hang with for the day. His knowledge of the canyon and antidotes enhanced our hike. He spent time answering all our questions. He checked in frequently and was cautious with our level of comfort and enjoyment. We pushed a little and found an amazing spot for lunch. He made us individual lunches which were delicious and helped give us energy for the hike back up. When we started our hike back he suggested several breaks and kept our group at a nice slow pace. He was positive throughout (yes you canyon!). If you are thinking of booking -DO IT! They were easy to work with super accommodating and will make the experience amazing!
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Kevin said it was an amazing day and that you guys were wonderful to hike with. Thanks for spending your vacation time with us, JON
Jaime_H, Mar 2025
Kevin was incredible! I wish I wouldn't have spent so much time myself trying to figure out how to plan an amazing day trip to the Grand Canyon for my family of 4, and wondering if it was worth it to go for this guided experience - it was TOTALLY WORTH IT! Avoid the crowds, and lines waiting for busses, and get a fun and friendly tour catered exactly to the needs of your group. Every little detail was accounted for. This group is SO professional and thinks of EVERYTHING to make your day to the GC relaxing and enjoyable! You feel like a VIP the whole day! My 11-year-old and 13-year-old boys were besties with Kevin by the end of the day. My husband and I, who are in decent physical shape but have a couple of issues here and there, felt completely catered to and safe for the amazing hike! My family wholeheartedly loved this experience, and we keep talking about it and retelling jokes and stories from the day! Kevin helped us create a perfect memory for our family-day at the Grand Canyon! We highly recommend Only Grand Canyon Day Hikes!
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Kevin said it was an amazing day and you were all really fun to hike with. Thanks so much for coming out on our big adventure and I hope you enjoy those amazing photos, JON
Christin_P, Mar 2025
Christy was our guide and she was fabulous. We are inexperienced hikers but she made it easy, safe and fun! She was very attentive and knowledgeable.
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Christy said you were really fun to be with and that you did amazing on the trail. Thanks so much for spending your vacation time with us.
Catherine_N, Mar 2025
This guided hike exceeded our expectations - Our Guide,Jon, was extremely knowledgeable on EVERYTHING Grand Canyon, he did so much more than "just a guide" he shared the history if the GC and took amazing pictures of us and made the BEST lunch in the canyon for us! We highly recommend this tour ask for "JON" with ONLY tours.
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Thank you so much for coming out on our epic adventure. So glad you enjoyed the amazing hike and really excited you loved my lunch.
Katie_H, Jan 2025
Absolute amazing experience! Jon is an incredible tour guide! From his knowledge of the canyon to quickly learning my families capabilities on the trail was incredible! Not only was he an amazing tour guide but the lunch he provided was delicious and the photos he took are amazing! Zero regrets! Best decision we made was picking Jon to lead us through the canyon! An experience of a lifetime!
Response from Host, Jan 2025
Thank you so much for having the epic journey we knew you would. Hearing that it was an experience of a lifetime just warms my heart. So glad you enjoyed our amazing canyon chicken wrap and I know those photos will be with you forever. We greatly appreciate you, JON
David_D, Dec 2024
Organized tour of canyon. Very easy to setup. Tailor to the group. Guide was easy going and accommodating.
Response from Host, Dec 2024
Thanks so much for spending your vacation time with us and we really appreciate you enjoying our epic adventure.
Michael_P, Oct 2024
This half day tour was remarkable. Going in, we had no idea what to expect, but our tour guide Kevin (who is amazing) showed us the real beauty of the Grand Canyon. We hiked down as far as we were comfortable and capable of then hiked back up. We took many stops along the way as Kevin pointed out secret wonders of the canyon. The equipment we used was top of the line, including a snack bag that was the star of the show(besides the canyon itself). This tour is going to be an amazing memory that we will all look back on and smile about. Thank you Kevin!
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Kevin said you had a beautiful day down in the canyon and the pictures turned out amazing. Thanks so much for enjoying our big adventure and we really appreciate you.
Samantha_S, Oct 2024
This hike was amazing! Our tour guides Christie and Kevin were do fun to hike with. I would highly recommend doing it such a great way to see tye Grsbd Canyon.
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Christy and Kevin said you were really fun to hike with and the day was amazing. Thank you for spending your vacation time with us and I hope those pictures do the Canyon Justice.
Lubna_R, Oct 2024
We had such a wonderful time on our tour with Kevin exploring the beautiful canyon. Our guide Kevin was excellent - professional, knowledgeable, and accommodating to our speed and physical capabilities. He made us feel safe and comfortable (ample food, water, and breaks provided as needed) while also taking us to parts of Grand Canyon that we would not have done ourselves. He also tailored our route to our physical capabilities and the distance we traveled ended up being perfect. Most importantly, he made sure we were having fun at every turn, and we loved hearing his stories and facts about Grand Canyon. Highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to explore the canyon more than 99% of visitors.
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Kevin said it was an amazing day and you were all really fun to hike with. Thanks so much for coming out on our adventure and I hope those pictures last forever. j o n
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