The Grand Canyon
Follow the 1880's stage coach trail through the Kaibab forest to the Grand Canyon.
Certain sights of the Grand Canyon and nearby
Kaibab National Forest cannot be seen by the average tour, which is why off-road Jeep tours are quickly becoming popular.
Knowledgeable guides provide travelers with everything they could want to know about the area and its history, making the tour both fun and educational. Tours are bound to be quite an experience for families and groups, so here's a quick look at some of the more popular tours on our site.
Canyon Pines Safari Jeep Tour
This tour takes travelers through a 19th century stagecoach trail through Kaibab National Forest to the South Rim of the majestic Grand Canyon. Visitors will be hear not only the intriguing history of the trail, but also see a wide assortment of wildlife. Several species of deer, birds, elk, and squirrels thrive throughout the area, so bring your camera. The tour ends with the awesome beauty of the South Rim, with the entire tour lasting about 2 hours.
Grand Sunset Safari Jeep Tour
Take in nature's greatest light show with the Grand Sunset Safari Jeep Tour that takes travelers through Kaibab to witness the breathtaking view of the South Rim at sunset. At the south rim, guests can climb the observation tower for stunning views of the Painted Desert and San Francisco Peaks while capturing all the beauty on camera. This tour has little walking, but it is still recommended to wear comfortable shoes and clothing.
Indian Painting Safari Jeep Tour
Kaibab National Forest is a great way to witness the lives of early Native Americans and their culture on this Jeep tour. This focuses more on the variety of cave paintings found throughout the forest, with narration informing travelers of everything about the history and culture of the native people. Early people recorded their lives onto the walls in the form of ancient petroglyphs, and travelers are allowed to examine the detail of this ancient artwork close up.
Nearby Hotels
Like most things Grand Canyon, having a hotel as close to the edge of the Grand Canyon as possible is a great way to experience the park. Here are a few that can be found at Grand Canyon Village at the South Rim.
Quality Inn & Suites Canyon Plaza
Holiday Inn Express
Yavapai Lodge