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. In our experience, we often encounter individuals, families and groups who 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. Guests on all or our hikes are provided with plenty of bottled water, a variety of snacks, use of trekking poles, use of a backpack and are accompanied by a knowledgeable, First Aid/CPR certified guide. Please contact us by email or by phone 480-634-8488 for further information.

This Spring season (2012) we are offering some great deals for families! We love hiking with families and sharing stories and interesting facts about our unique desert ecosystem. This year we want to get more kids out into the Sonoran Desert to learn about this beautiful area and develop an appreciation for our natural environment. With that said, we are thrilled to let you know that for each paying adult, a child (12 and under) hikes free! If you have more kids than adults, the additional kids are 50% off! Also kids ages 13-17 are 50% off. You will find that our hiking program for kids is fun and entertaining. Similar to our adult participants, each child is provided with snacks and plenty of bottled water. 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 excursion will be a fun adventure for each child.

• Bottled water
• A variety of snacks
• 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 your group ranging in size from 1 person up to 75 guests!

Yes! Take A Hike Arizona offers hikes for families to a variety of hiking destinations in the Scottsdale, Phoenix, and Cave Creek areas. 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, a credit card is required to hold your reservation. You will not be charged until the day of your hike. We accept checks, money orders, Visa, MasterCard, Discover or AMEX for actual payment. Please make checks payable to Take A Hike Arizona, LLC (US dollars only). div>