More than five million people visit the Grand Canyon each year, often exploring it by bus, train, jeep, helicopter, or raft; however, these guided trips do not offer a comprehensive understanding of the depth and vastness of this truly majestic place. Only a small number of visitors ever complete the Rim to Rim journey, which can only be done on foot or by mule. This six day Grand Canyon program features a two day guided trek that takes you from the South Rim down to the Colorado River and then up to the North Rim, with an overnight stay at the famous Phantom Ranch deep inside the canyon. The days before and after the hike allow time for preparation, adjustment to the environment, and meaningful opportunities to learn about the canyon itself. If you are seeking a rare physical and mental challenge, if you love hiking, and if you want an experience that can truly shape your perspective alongside fellow adventurers, then this trip is for you. It may be the perfect moment to cross another dream off your bucket list.
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Hiking Rim-to-Rim in 2 days in the Grand Canyon is a strenuous journey. It can be a very rewarding, once in a lifetime opportunity, but your safety and enjoyment are largely dependent on your physical preparation and health condition. To help ensure safety for all and maximize your enjoyment, this tour mandates these requirements prior to registration:
- Click here to watch this informational video in it's entirety.
- Self-evaluation of baseline physical fitness status: Determine if you are capable of walking on a treadmill at 3.3 mph at 10% grade for 30 continuous minutes. If you are not capable of completing this second task now, you probably shouldn't book this tour. Hiking Rim-to-Rim is a 22-mile journey with a total elevation change of around 10,200 feet with temperatures sometimes exceeding 120 degrees in the shade (which is often limited) and your tour leaders require a serious commitment to a regular physical training program. A recommended physical training program is provided to all hikers. Furthermore, if you have musculoskeletal issues with your spine, knees, ankles or feet, this tour is not recommended.
$3,450 USD - double occupancy (per person)
| $450 non-refundable deposit due upon registration
$1,500 due by March 6, 2026
$1,500 due by May 29, 2026
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Limited to 10 participants.
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UWSP Continuing Education
032 Old Main Building
Stevens Point WI 54481
Tim Zeszutek – Tim is the Marketing Specialist and Graphic Designer for UW-Stevens Point Continuing Education and has led both Day and Multi-Day Trips with CE. This will be Tim’s third trip to the Grand Canyon for one of these trips and second time hiking Rim-to-Rim! The hike in and out of the canyon quickly became one of his favorite hikes in the U.S. He has also led a hiking trip to Acadia National Park and a couple of the Ice Age Trail segments with CE. Lately he has been running through Schmeeckle Reserve to be ready for different Stevens Point fun runs and regularly biking the Green Circle Trail. In the past Tim gone on many hiking trips around Wisconsin and backpacked through rugged terrain in the Rocky Mountains in New Mexico.
Joe Zawacki – In his professional life, Joe is the Online Learning Specialist for the Tutoring-Learning Center at UW-Stevens Point. However, prior to his position here on campus, he developed & led multiple cross country National Parks adventures as part of an organization he created for his students at his former teaching position. Through this organization he took groups on weeklong experiences to the mountains of Idaho & Wyoming, the deserts of Utah, and the plains of South & North Dakota. He is so excited to get the opportunity to lead a trip like this again with Continuing Education. He brings with him a wealth of outdoor knowledge from his prior experiences that he loves to share, a hearty laugh & constant smile, and plenty of good coffee. His favorite thing about trips like these are the new friends & shared moments in amazing, wild places.
The cost includes all accommodations (3-4 star rustic lodging and the cozy and renowned Phantom Ranch), all group transfers from beginning to end of itinerary, 2 tour leaders, meals listed in itinerary, and park entrance fee. Also included are a physical training program, traveler handbook, and online traveler orientation to meet your tour leader(s), get questions answered and better prepare for the big hike.
UWSP Adventure Tours does not provide travel insurance, medical insurance, or emergency evacuation and thus you are 100% responsible for these expenses. We strongly advise you purchase travel insurance (and possibly supplemental medical insurance) as soon as possible because some insurance providers only guarantee certain benefits within a short time after you made this tour deposit. You can learn more and compare travel insurance companies on this website: http://www.travelinsurancereview.net
Since we make financial commitments in advance, no refunds will be issued for cancellations less than 90 days prior to the trip. Cancellations received more than 90 days before the trip will receive a full refund minus $450. However, you may send a substitute in your place. Please email us at uwspceweb@uwsp.edu to inform us of a cancellation or substitution. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance.
Please contact Continuing Education at 715-346-3838 or
uwspceweb@uwsp.edu.
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