What is a visit to the United States without checking out the magnificent Grand Canyon! So, we hired a car and drove along the famous Route 66 on the wrong/right side of the road until we reached Flagstaff. The original plan was to do a mule assisted hike into the Canyon. Like a lot of popular world wonders, you need to apply for a permit. The ballot was not drawn in our favour but we believe it was a blessing in disguise. We took up the offer of a 4 day hike to Havasu Falls in the Canyon Village of Supai. Only a very small number of people actually do this hike. It was a stunning, more remote part of the Canyon belonging to Havasupai Indian reservation. The mules carried all the gear to the camp site, so we could just enjoy the spectacular scenery. Turquoise waterfalls spill into travertine pools, creating a stunning oasis in the desert. We hiked around the area for a couple of days visiting Mooney Falls, Beaver Falls, Fifty Foot Falls and Carbonite Canyon before making our way back.
Hints.
The Wilderness Trekking Company were outstanding. Eddie our guide was amazing!
We took our own sleeping bags but the company does supply every thing.
We recommend the 4 day hike as 3 days would just not be long enough. Day 1 consists of an 8 hour hike in and Day 4 an 8 hour hike out. Day 2 & 3 Hiking the falls area.
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