At Take a Hike Arizona our goal is to provide an opportunity for our guests to experience, explore, and enjoy the desert in a manner that is safe, fun, and educational, while at the same time promoting preservation of the desert ecosystem.

We do all the preparation and planning for you. Safety is our number one concern. As stewards, we often encounter individuals, families and groups that are not properly prepared for hiking in the desert. They do not have the proper hiking supplies or water. They do not know which way to go on a trail or what to expect. At the very least, it can make for a less than enjoyable hike. In some situations, it can be dangerous.

The City of Phoenix Fire Department averages a mountain rescue every three days. Most of those rescues are people who are unfamiliar and unprepared for the desert. Hikers can also overlook the spectacular, out of the way scenery that's hard to spot with the untrained eye, and miss out on seeing and learning about the plants and animals of the desert. You've come all this way to hike the world's most diverse desert, why not make the most of it?

All of our excursions are private and pricing depends on the number of people included in your reservation. For example, a half-day hiking excursion for 4 guests is $65 per person. The price for our full-day hiking excursion for 4 people is $95 per person. Guests on all or our hikes are provided with plenty of bottled water, snack, use of trekking poles, use of a backpack and are accompanied by a First Aid/CPR certified guide. Guests on our half-day excursion also have a choice of fruit. Guests participating in our full-day hikes receive lunch (selection of gourmet sandwich, chips, and a cookie). Please contact us by email or by phone 480-634-8488 for further information.

Discounts are not available for children. You will find that our hiking program for kids is fun and entertaining. Similar to our adult participants, each child is provided snacks and/or lunch (depending on duration of hike selected). Additionally, each child is provided a smaller size backpack that will fit them properly (they love to feel part of the group). They are also given a disposable camera (theirs to keep) with a cool desert photography guide that will help them capture memories of their trip into the Sonoran Desert.

Kids that participate on our hikes also have the opportunity to play Desert Bingo and desert trivia games. Lastly, a little memento is given to each child to take home with them to remember their adventure. We want parents to relax and enjoy their hiking experience. We'll keep the kids engaged and amused. Our hiking experience will be a fun adventure for each child.

• Bottled water
• A variety of snacks and fruit with half-day hikes (2-4 hours)
• Lunch and snacks with full-day hikes (5-7 hours)
• Use of backpacks
• Use of Trekking Poles
• Entry and permit fees
• Professional guide

Take a Hike Arizona's guided hiking tours are designed for all abilities! Some hikes are more challenging than others and we suggest that you refer to our hikes page, or talk to us about your current activity level and the type of adventure you're looking for. We'll help you choose the hike that's right for you by asking detailed questions about your previous hiking experiences, physical activity, and preferred style of hiking. We want you to be on the right hike just as much as you do, so do not hesitate to call 480-634-8488 or 866-615-2748, or e-mail us.

All you need to bring is a good pair of sturdy, closed-toe shoes (athletic shoes are fine too), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat. We also suggest you wear comfortable, lightweight clothing. We provide the rest. And of course, don't forget your camera!

All of our hikes are private and tailored specifically for you. We offer hikes for group sizes from 1 person up to 50 guests!

Yes! Take a Hike Arizona offers hikes for families to a variety of hiking destinations in the Scottsdale, Phoenix, Mesa and Cave Creek area. These hikes are great for kids and adults alike as each activity is designed to cater to varying ages, interests and abilities. In order to determine the best hiking tour for your family, we recommend that you contact us at 480-634-8488 or 866-615-2748, or email us.

Yes! Take a Hike Arizona gift certificates make a wonderful gift for any occasion. To purchase a gift certificate for the hiker in your life, please contact us at 480-634-8488 or toll free at 866-615-2748. Gift certificates are good for one year from date of purchase.

The farther in advance that you book, the better selection of available departure dates you will find. For holiday season desert hikes, you'll want to reserve well in advance to find the best selection. However, during peak season we'll add additional hiking tours to accommodate visitors.

At the time you make a reservation, payment is required to guarantee your place on the tour. Keep in mind that you can cancel your reservations, for a full refund, up to 24 hours prior to hike departure. We accept checks, money orders, Visa, MasterCard, Discover or AMEX. Please make checks payable to Take A Hike Arizona, LLC (US dollars only). Same day reservations may be paid by cash or credit card only; no checks or money orders will be accepted for same day reservations.

Because each of our hikes is specifically tailored for our guests, reservations are not accepted online. Please click on the Contact Us Page and fill out the requested information or call us directly at 480-634-8488 or toll free at 866-615-2748 to start the reservation process. We will work with you to select the best adventure for you and to finalize your tour.

Yes! Our knowledgeable Arizona hiking professionals are more than happy to put together special dates and arrangements that fit your needs. Contact us to discuss the best time of year, special interests, or other requests you may have.

Our pricing depends on the number of individuals in your group. The larger your group is, the lower the price is per person.

Hikers are responsible for disclosing their level of fitness as it pertains to their ability to complete a hike. Hikers will be required to sign a liability release form, prior to hike departure (guests will not be permitted to join a hike without this information on file).

Finally, guests hiking with Take a Hike Arizona, LLC are expected to follow trail etiquette and regulations in accordance with guide direction as well as respect the rights and privacy of other hikers.

Please call us at 480-634-8488 or toll free at 866-615-2748, or email us.

Yes. You can transfer your reservation to another day or time based on availability no less than 24 hours before the hiking tour is to commence, at no additional charge to you.

You can cancel your reservation no less than 24 hours before the hike is to commence for a full refund. Cancellation of hike reservations with less than 24 hours' notice will not be refunded.

If you need to cancel your hike, please notify us by either email or phone. We will confirm your cancellation by providing you with a confirmation email, fax or letter. It is your responsibility to obtain this confirmation. If you do not receive a cancellation confirmation by email, fax or letter within 24 hours, please contact us immediately.

Please note:
There is no refund for leaving a hike early or arriving late.

Take a Hike Arizona, LLC reserves the right to cancel any hike due to severe weather or trail conditions that may cause harm to hikers. If we are unable to provide you with another hike that is satisfactory, all monies paid will be refunded and shall constitute full settlement with you.

Take a Hike Arizona, LLC is not responsible for any costs incurred due to travel delays, flight cancellations or sickness.

Take a Hike Arizona, LLC is not responsible for penalties that may be incurred due to the purchase of nonrefundable air tickets.

Guests who fail to sign a "Release of Liability" form prior to hike departure will not be allowed to join the hike and the cancellation policy applies.