Zion Bryce Escalante Basecamp
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Overview
Highlights
- Enjoy classic hikes in Zion and Bryce - 2 of Utah's best national parks!
- Then move on to the Grand Staircase-Escalante wilderness for wonderful solitude and breathtaking scenery
- See out-of-this-world views, slot canyons, wildlife, waterfalls, arches, spires, oases, natural bridges, and more!
- Enjoy two different basecamps with showers, comfortable camping, and evening campfires
- Enjoy our delicious outdoor cuisine and expert guides
- Learn about the phenomenal geology of Southern Utah
- Discover the rich cultural history of Utah's Canyon Country
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Trip includes
- Top-of-the-line tent, sleeping pad, sleeping bag, and day pack
- Use of trekking poles
- All meals are included from breakfast the first day through lunch on the last day
- A professional, knowledgeable, certified Utah hiking guide
- Roundtrip transportation from your hotel in St. George, Utah
- National park entrance fees
- Emergency equipment including a company-issued first-aid kit and satellite phone
- You will receive a Lifetime Hiking Membership entitling you, your spouse and kids to a lifetime discount of 10% off any Wildland Trekking hiking trip after your first one!
Itinerary
Shuttle to trailhead: 1.5-hour drive from St. George, Utah
Hiking Mileage: 5 miles
Difficulty: easy to moderate
Campground: Watchman Campground in Zion
This Utah hiking tour starts in St. George, Utah where we make our way to Zion National ...
Hiking Mileage: 8 miles
Difficulty: moderate to strenuous
Campground: Watchman Campground in Zion
Day 2 features a hike you'll never forget! We'll hike up a mountainside to one of the best viewpoints offered in Zion. This challenging, thrilling tr...
Shuttle to Bryce NP: 3-hour drive from Zion
Hiking Mileage: 5.5 miles
Difficulty: moderate to strenuous
Campground: Escalante Petrified Forest State Park
On Day 3 we'll break camp and make our way to the Escalante country, visiting Bryce Can...
Hiking Mileage: 6 miles
Difficulty: easy to moderate
Campground: Escalante Petrified Forest State Park
Our first hike in the Escalante country will take us to the spectacular Calf Creek Falls. This is a beautiful hike along a flat,
sandy canyo...
Hiking Mileage: 7-10 miles
Difficulty: moderate
Campground: Escalante Petrified Forest State Park
This day takes through one of the most physically fun hikes in all of southern Utah. Driving down historic Hole-in-the-Rock Road, we’ll hike out to th...
Hiking Mileage: 2.2 miles
Difficulty: moderate
Shuttle Time: 4.5 hours
On our last morning we’ll eat breakfast, breakdown camp, and head west toward the starting point of our trip, St. George, Utah. But the trip isn't over yet! We'll stop at Bryce...
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Dates & Availability
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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.
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What we offer is specific - unforgettable hiking vacations - but our focus is broad in terms of destinations and trip styles. We have a tour that fits nearly anyone who loves to hike in world-renowned, breathtaking landscapes. For people seeking solitude, wildness and adventure, a backpacking trip is a sure choice. Folks interested in a backcountry experience but without the heavier packs should consider one of our stock/porter supported trips. For people seeking an outdoor experience but with showers and comfortable amenities, a basecamp trip is an excellent choice. And for guests interested in really living it up while getting great hikes in, our inn-based trips are wonderful options. Regardless of what you're looking for, it's very likely we have a trip for you!
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Highly Acclaimed Guides:
Our absolute commitment is to hire and train the best guides in the industry. Our philosophy is that our guides, gear, food and logistics comprise our product, and the guides are the most important ingredient!
Top-Notch Meals And Gear
Concerning gear: every guest travels with as much as $1,000 retail value of top-of-the-line gear we provide. As for meals: we carry real ingredients and the guides create the menus specifically for each group!
Wild land Trekking Today
Today we accommodate more than 8,000 guests annually. We operate hiking and backpacking tours in over 20 parks and wilderness areas in 9 different U.S. states, and in 9 countries. We run a variety of "trip styles" including hiking tours, backpacking trips, llama-supported treks, and ski and snowshoe tours. We employ more than 120 staff and have 5 offices in Arizona, Utah, Montana, California and North Carolina. And we donate more than tens of thousands of dollars annually to conservation and non-profit efforts worldwide.
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Logistics
What's excluded
- Clothes, raingear, and footwear
- Sunscreen, toiletries and personal items
- Water bottles and a headlamp or flashlight
- Guide gratuity (industry recommendation is 10-20% of trip cost)
- See the Packing Lists page for more information.
The Wildland Trekking Company reserves the right to cancel trips. The Wildland Trekking Company is not responsible for additional expenses incurred by preparing for the trip (for example: non-refundable advance purchase air tickets, clothing, equipment, visa fees, medical expenses, etc.).
If you cancel or leave a multi-day trip for any reason:
More than 60 days prior to the trip start date, we will grant you a full refund less a $50 per person administrative fee.
Between 59 and 30 days prior to the trip start date, we will retain 25 percent of the trip cost.
Between 29 and 15 days prior to the trip start date, we will retain 75 percent of the trip cost.
Less than 15 days prior to the trip start date, or once the trip has begun, there will be no refund.
Our Inca Trail trip in Peru has a minimum $150 per person cancellation fee - all other terms and conditions apply as usual.
Day Hike Cancellation Policy: 50% refund with 48 hours notice; no refund within 48 hours
Meals: What To Expect
All of our hiking and backpacking tours include a diversity of tasty meals packed full of critical carbohydrates, proteins and fats. We carry foods that travel well in the outdoors – rice, pastas, lentils, beans, couscous, packaged meats, nuts, breads, oatmeal, granola, and more.
For optimal taste and energy, we supplement all our meals with spices, herbs, oils, cheeses, butter, sugar, and fruits and vegetables (fresh and dried). In addition, we provide you with with an assortment of trail mix, snacks, and dried fruits to eat at your own discretion.
We regularly accommodate vegan, vegetarian, kosher and non-gluten diets and will make adjustments for food allergies. These and other special dietary requests may require an additional fee.
Gear We Provide
We provide all group gear which includes the following:
Deuter or Osprey backpacks
Sierra Designs, Kelty or Big Agnes tents
Sierra Designs, Kelty, Big Agnes and Mountain Hardware sleeping bags
Thermarest or Big Agnes sleeping pads
Leki or Black Diamond trekking poles
Cooking stoves and cookware
Company-issued first-aid kit
Satellite phone
What Gear To Bring
We ask that you supply a couple of gear items on your hiking tour. These items are two 1-liter water bottles per person and either a headlamp or flashlight per person. Basic items like sunscreen, bug repellent (where and when applicable), lip balm, and toiletries are also important. All of these items are available online at Wildland Trekking Outfitters.
What Clothes To Bring
Please refer to the trip packet for a recommended clothing list (we email you a detailed trip packet when you inquire and when you register). All trips require a sturdy pair of hiking shoes or hiking boots (reliable brands include Montrail, Lowa, Merrell, Vasque, and Salomon), rain gear, and non-cotton and cotton clothing layers. A minimum of three pairs of wool or synthetic hiking socks are also required, and we recommend Neoprene socks and water shoes for this trip. All of these items are available online at Wildland Trekking Outfitters.
Note: See the Packing Lists page for more detailed information on what clothes and gear to bring on your hiking tour. The trip packet you receive when you contact us will have the most accurate clothing and gear list for the tour you're interested in.
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