Nov 5, 2025
10/10, would hike again - I had a great time. Louis was a phenomenal tour guide and i didn't feel like he was just "at work" or only doing his job, you know? I felt like we were hiking together. It was the favorite part of my trip to the canyon, I would recommend it to anyone considering a tour through it as well.
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Oct 10, 2025
A Once in a Lifetime Experience! - Our Grand Canyon hike was an amazing experience that left us with a sense of awe and gratitude, creating memories that'll last a lifetime.
As we descended into the canyon, our guide, Chris, pointed out geological formations, explained the history behind the layered rocks, and shared stories of the many hikes he had made through the canyon. One of the highlights was learning how to use basic navigation skills with the landscape as our guide. We also learned about a local plant found along the trail called Mormon tea. As we chewed on the plant, Chris explained its anti-inflammatory properties and its role in traditional remedies. These are just a couple of examples that transformed the hike into an educational adventure.
The hike back up the trail proved challenging for my wife, especially as dusk approached. Chris’s patience and genuine concern stood out during this time, as he encouraged her every step of the way and adjusted our pace. This was very much appreciated by both of us. Afterwards, we still had the meal that was planned for the trip, even though it was pitch dark and the park was closed by then.
Reflecting on our day, we felt not only inspired by the grandeur of the canyon but deeply touched by Chris’s guidance, kindness, and companionship. The hike itself left us with a renewed appreciation for nature. If you’re visiting the Grand Canyon, we highly recommend this excursion. It’s an experience that will stay with you long after you leave the trail.
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Oct 9, 2025
Awesome: Awesome - Chris was an ‘awesome:awesome’ who thought of everything and anticipated our needs at every step.
A wonderful part of the hike was our lunch complete with checkered tablecloth and great host.
We would highly recommend this trip
Sonia and Nicky
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Oct 8, 2025
Great Sunset Hike at Grand Canyon - We did the sunset hike on South Kaibab trail to Cedar Ridge with Chase and it was an excellent experience. The hike was beautiful and Chase was an amazing guide. He did a great job coordinating logistics, even bringing dinner down for us to enjoy. His passion for the Canyon came through during our hike and he was full of info on the history/geology of the area. We couldn’t have been happier with the experience!
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Oct 4, 2025
Highlight of our trip to Grand Canyon - My husband and I had a wonderful hike on 9/27/25 with Chris. I had some concerns about thunder storms forecast the day before the hike. He was responsive and called me back to discuss and further plan our trip. We ended up doing the Bright Angel trail instead of the original plan as it was near where we were staying at Thunderbird Lodge. He suggested to start early, at 6 am to avoid the afternoon showers. The day of hike he brought us the backbacks ,poles and yummy snacks to the trailhead. Very considerate. Throughout, Chris was a knowledgeable and entertaining guide. We saw fossils and petroglyphs we would have missed otherwise. We felt very safe with his guidance. We hiked approx 4.5 miles down the canyon to the Havasupai Gardens where Chris made us great wraps for lunch. The hike back up out of the canyon was challenging with 3300 ft of elevation. My husband and I are very fit, but Chris checked with us frequently to make sure we tolerated the climbing. We never felt rushed or uncomfortable. We feel like we experienced much more during the hike than we would have without a guide.
Highly recommend this company!
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Sep 11, 2025
Best hiking experience in the Canyon - Chris was, without exception, the best guide we have ever had. He was passionate about the Canyon and extremely knowledgeable about its history, cultures, and organic life. He was patient and respectful of our needs and made sure that the experience was fun for us. Also, he made us a delicious late lunch on the trail. We will certainly seek him out for any future adventures in the area.
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Sep 5, 2025
Hiking tour with Chris - Doing the hike with Chris as a guide was cool. The wealth of additional information about the area and the people made the hike entertaining. A tour with Chris is highly recommended!
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Jul 14, 2025
Great Day of Hiking with an Expert Guide!!! - To Fellow Hikers,
Very professional company with a responsive owner. We had a hiccup on our end with our scheduling company and the good folks at The Dessert Hiking Company fixed everything. I knew the hike would be challenging and I had a healthy respect for the canyon before entering, which is why I decided our first hike should be done with a guide. We had a family of 5 including 3 teenagers. Our guide was Chris. He was great at communicating and very experienced at working with hikers of all skill levels. Our hike ended up being a little over 4 miles to Cedar Ridge and back. Chris provided plenty of education and entertainment throughout the hike. We made it down to Cedar Ridge not before stopping at Ooh Ah point for a picture. At Cedar Ridge, Chris made us a great lunch of wraps that he had previously discussed with us before the hike to make sure there were no issues. Then, after some fun with wild life(squirrels and a couple of Ravens), we started the ascent. This is where Chris earned our greatest respect because he was very patient and stopped many times for us so we could enjoy the hike back to the top. He shared some pro-tip hiking techniques and some personal stories that helped us get through the most challenging sections of the climb. We highly recommend Chris and The Dessert Hiking Company.
David
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Jun 13, 2025
Chris, the greatest guide - Chris was a fantastic Grand Canyon tour guide. He was punctual and had everything ready to go right on time. Throughout the tour, he shared fascinating insights into the canyon’s geology, botany, and history, showing a deep knowledge and love for the area. His down-to-earth personality made the experience feel relaxed and engaging, and he kept the group moving at a perfect pace—not too fast, not too slow. Chris was also incredibly hospitable, making everyone feel welcome and cared for. Most of all, he was just genuinely nice—kind, approachable, and clearly passionate about what he does. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide.
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Jun 3, 2025
Fantastic, worth every penny. - This was an incredible experience for my husband and I. Chris was our guide and he tailored the hike, food, and pace to us specifically. He was so knowledgeable, we truly learned so much from him on this trip. I cannot say enough how worth while it was to have a guide for our first Grand Canyon hike. We will definitely be back! Thank you for an amazing experience.
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