Vivien Richards

Vivien's Grand Canyon Trek 2022

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Grand Canyon Trek 2022, 7 May 2022
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8 Day Itinerary

Day 1

We depart the UK.

Day 2

Acclimatisation trek at Oak Creek - Following breakfast we transfer north for around two hours, through the Sonoran Desert onto the high elevation plateaus and red rock canyons of north central Arizona to Sedona. Following lunch we transfer to our campsite near Grand Canyon National Park. Trekking distance - approx. 8km / 2 hours

Day 3

Bright Angel Trail/South Kaibab Trail/Grandview Trail - Our Grand Canyon expedition begins! After breakfast at camp we set off to conquer one of three trails. We split into smaller groups for the following two days’ trekking, and today we’ll decide how the groups will be split. Trekking distance - approx. 9.5 - 19.5km (depending on the route we take) / 6 - 8 hours

Day 4

Bright Angel Trail/South Kaibab Trail/Grandview Trail - As we did on Day 3, we’ll split into our groups and tackle a new trail! Trekking distance - approx. 9.5 - 19.5km (depending on the route we take) / 6 - 8 hours

Day 5

Bright Angel Trail/South Kaibab Trail/Grandview Trail - As we did on Day 3 & 4, we’ll split into our groups and tackle a new trail! Trekking distance - approx. 9.5 - 19.5km (depending on the route we take) / 6 - 8 hours

Day 6

Rim Trail - Today we enjoy our last views of the Grand Canyon as we trek along the rim and reflect on our accomplishments. Glowing triumphantly after our trek, we transfer to Las Vegas for our celebratory dinner. Trekking distance - approx. 17km/ 4 hours

Day 7

Depart USA - We transfer to the airport for our flight to the UK.

Day 8

Arrive UK - We arrive back in the UK, say our goodbyes as a group and make our onward journey home. Please note, this is a complex itinerary and subject to change, including the daily distances in this itinerary.


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Hospice of the Good Shepherd

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We exist to provide free, high-quality care and support for patients, their families and carers across Chester, West Cheshire and Deeside who have been diagnosed with a life limiting illness. Enhancing the quality of life, we value and need your support. Thank you

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