Indian Gardens Three Day Adventure An ideal trip for families and light hikers wanting to camp below the rim and visit the Colorado River.

Discovery Treks, LLC 28248 N. Tatum Blvd. Suite B1-#414 Cave Creek, AZ 85331 USA Toll Free: 1-888-256-8731 www.discoverytreks.com

The first day of this adventure begins at the Bright Angel Trailhead for the 4.5 mile hike. The trail descends over 4800 down to the canyon floor of this spectacular gorge. We will be stopping at about 3000 feet below the Rim at Indian Gardens. You will be carrying a backpack weighing 35lbs+. It will contain your personal belongings and the food and camping gear we provide.

Our expert guide will interpret the various rock layers for you during the descent in which the age of the earth is clearly outlined. The Grand Canyon is one of the very few places in the world where you can see rock layers that age back to over two billion years old, half the age of the earth!

Once we arrive at Indian Gardens, which is 3,000 feet down, it's time for a nice rest break under the shady cottonwood trees as we set camp for the evening. A large spring gushes from a cliff face in this verdant oasis. After our rest, we continue down further, now joined by the stream formed by the spring. Later in the day we will hike and explore around the area.

On the second day, we wind down the Devil's Corkscrew, a series of exhilarating switchbacks and then on to the Colorado River. We cross the extension bridge to the north side and arrive at the Bright Angel Campground. We will enjoy lunch on the Canyon floor where you and your guide will select some special and unique areas to explore before enjoying the hike back to our campground. On the final day it's up early and headed to the rim and the Grand Canyon Village.

For this trip we include ground transportation round trip from Flagstaff, professional backcountry guide, all necessary gear including tents, sleeping bags, Thermarest camp mattresses, camp meals prepared by your guide, park entrance fees and camping fees. Please read the What to Bring Checklist so you will have what you need with you.

Space on this trip is limited for these treks and this trip also requires special permits that we request close to five months in advance of the trip so it is important to reserve well in advance.

If you have any questions please call or email us. We look forward to providing you with a great experience "below the rim"!