by admin | Feb 14, 2016 | Grand Canyon
When I was hired as a tour guide back in January 2008, It became clear to me that Grand Canyon tours drive the Vegas tour industry. In other words, Grand Canyon is where the business is because people want to see it. In my first 15 days as a driver/tour-guide, 13 were Grand Canyon tours to West Rim (known for the Skywalk – glass bridge – extends 70 feet over cliff). Those were the days when Diamond Bar Road was a 14 mile dirt road, most of us in the tour business know that this road is the final leg to the Hualapai Indian Reservation. In today’s world, Diamond Bar has been paved – which sort of takes the edge off the tour. What I remember most about those days driving to the West Rim were the cars, passenger vans and tour vehicles pulled off to the side with flat tires. And from the companies perspective, it seemed as if nobody cared as long as you were able to return back to Vegas and be ready to do another Grand Canyon tour. Now while the South Rim, which is a longer day, presented its own challenges, a potential flat tire would usually never cross one’s mind because the roads are made of asphalt and not dirt! As someone who has conducted many tours to both Grand Canyon Rims, my recommendation is to do a Grand Canyon BUS Tour to either the West Rim or South Rim via a deluxe tour bus. You will find it comfortable and the odds of having a flat tire during your travel to the...
by admin | Aug 8, 2015 | Grand Canyon, Plane Tours
Cycle around the Canyon Bicyclists can pedal all of the park’s roads as well as the Hermit Road Greenway Path, and by bike or park shuttle is the only way visitors are allowed to cruise the historic – and incredibly scenic – Hermit Road. To get rolling, rent a bike for as little as an hour or as long as a full day from Bright Angel Bicycles and Café at Mather Point on the South Rim. Rentals are available for adults and kids, ages 8 or older. If your tykes are really young, Bright Angel Bicycles also rents bicycle trailers. It’s important to note that while all of the park’s roads and the Hermit Road Greenway Trail are open to bicyclists, the park’s trails allow only foot traffic (no wheels). Original Article:...
by admin | Jul 8, 2015 | Bus Tours, Grand Canyon
The North Rim has a reputation for its rugged, isolated trails, its sparse facilities and a lack of appeal in the eyes of the tourist mainstream. However, this reputation is only partially true. Sure, the North Rim is less crowded than the South, but only relatively so. During peak periods of travel — from the late spring to early fall — the North Rim accommodates a very large number of visitors. The good news for the nature purist is that there really are few available facilities in the North Rim, so the area will likely always remain relatively underdeveloped. Popular spots in the North Rim include Bright Angel Point, which allows views of the Roaring Springs, the North Rim’s only water source. You should also swing by the 8,803-foot Point Imperial, the highest point on the North Rim. Lodging is available at the Grand Canyon Lodge, the only available lodge on the North Rim. Rates run in the high $100s, and reservations (the earlier the better) are an absolute must. Original Article:...
by admin | Jun 8, 2015 | Grand Canyon, Helicopter Tours
The North Rim is best visited by couples and outdoors-minded families seeking a quiet getaway. It is also a good alternative for those who’ve already been to the South Rim. Hikers, photographers and nature enthusiasts will probably like the North Rim. Visitors traveling in the fall, particularly late September, should seriously consider at least a brief visit to the North Rim to experience the spectacular fall colors of the Kaibab National Forest. Because of its high altitude (8,000’), Grand Canyon North Rim is not recommended for those with cardiac or respiratory ailments. It is also not recommended for families traveling with younger children, especially those who need a lot of sensory stimulation (many of the rooms in the area don’t have TVs!). Original Article:...
