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3-Day Below The Rim Bright Angel and Phantom Ranch Adventure
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"The trip was more than words can describe. Each evening I look at my 13 rolls of film. Every rock, stream, waterfall, sunrise and sunset, horse and picture of my companions touches me over and over again. First, everything was planned so well. Second, the weather was perfect. Third, Felix made the trip for us. He watched us carefully, while encouraging us to continue, he took us to so many wonderful places we would have missed on our own. He was aware of our physical limitations and knew when to rest and how to make us think it was her idea. This trip was meant to be just as it was - WONDERFUL!. Thank you for one of the most memorable times of my life."
- Laura Lee Swain,
Texas

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Step 2
The Phantom Ranch deep within the Grand Canyon National Park is the most popular location for visitors wishing to experience the "bottom of the canyon".

Share your plans with friends and family by using an ecard!We hike down either the Bright Angel Trail or the adjacent South Kaibab Trail, cross the roaring Colorado River on an extension bridge and camp at the lovely Bright Angel Campground.

As our guide prepares a nutritious dinner you can wander down to the riverbank and maybe spot a raft tour floating by or a rainbow trout breaking the surface.

The history of the canyon is so very interesting, and our guide will certainly have some tales to tell.

We camp at the famous Indian Gardens the second night where a large artesian spring gushes directly from the canyon wall.

When standing on the top and gazing back down into canyon below, you can already feel exhilaration of knowing you were all the way down there, a wonderful accomplishment.

The trip includes the following:
  • Van transport from Sedona and Flagstaff
  • All necessary backpacking / camping gear
  • Experienced and knowledgeable guides
  • All necessary permits and park fees
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Step 3
Trip Cost
$795 per adult guest
Minimum age for this trip is 13 years old.

We rate this trip as a "7"
(based on a 1 to 10 scale, 1 a couch potato, 10 a Lance Armstrong)

Trip Schedules

Other dates available with a minimum 4 months advance booking

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Travel Insurance Information
We would like your vacation to be as trouble-free as possible. That's why it's recommended that you purchase travel/cancellation insurance that will cover you against losses before and during your trip. For travel/cancellation insurance we recommend obtaining insurance through Travel Protection Services.

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Your excursion may be customized with your groups particular needs in mind, and we only ask that you give us a call ahead of time.

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