Ultimate Canyoneering Adventure in the Sonoran Desert, Arizona
Adventure Highlights
Experience the complete Arizona adventure—canyoneering with Mad Desert Trekking!
Experience the ultimate Arizona adventure—go on a canyoneering adventure with our guides. Do it all—adventure hike, explore a technical canyon, down-climb boulders, rock climb and complete multiple rappels all in one day!
Canyoneering Details
- Experience the energy of hiking through the Sonoran Desert, the most diverse desert in North America. We love this beautiful trail … and we know you will, too.
- Go at your own speed. We’ll customize the hike to your mileage, terrain and grade preferences.
- Hike for about two hours.
- Explore the geology, plants, animals of the Sonoran Desert.
- Relax at an incredible viewpoint with trail snacks and beverages provided by your guide.
- We approach every trip with fun in mind. Plus, our pro guides will show you secrets of the area that only a few know about.
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What to Expect
- Skill level: Beginner to Advanced
- Duration: 3-8 hours in the canyon, depending on group size
- Meeting times: 6-8 a.m., depending on the season
- Meeting location: Guide will contact you with meetup location
- Drop-offs: Uber and Lyft drop-off and pick-up service available
What to Bring
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Closed-toe footwear such as running, cross-training or hiking shoes. No sandals please.
- Long-sleeved layers and jacket in case it's chilly
- Sunglasses
- Hat or cap
- Swim wear for wet canyons
What We Provide
- All Mad Desert Canyoneering adventures are lead by an expert, professional guide with either Wilderness First Responder or EMT certification
- Complete equipment kit for each canyoneering adventurer to use: Lightweight backpacks, canyoneering harnesses, rappel devices, carabiners, canyoneering helmets and canyoneering wetsuits—for wet canyons only
- Bottles of purified water and sports drinks
- Healthy trail snacks. We can accommodate dietary preferences.
- Any admission fees to parks or preserves
- Refreshments following your adventure
What's Not Included
- Gratuities for your guide. While it is at your discretion, we recommend a 20% tip for great service.
- Applicable sales tax