Phoenix Property Shoppe Presents – AZ Fall Season Sights: Grand Canyon Skywalk & Whitewater Rafting — Part 7
With the fall season underway, trees are transforming, flaunting shimmering hues of gold, bronze and crimson that are sure to catch your eye. Taking a walk in the park is more enjoyable; the weather continues to cool down, and sight seeing natural wonders are more appealing as the days pass.
And there isn’t a better state than Arizona at this time of the year to witness the seasons change. With varying climates, terrain & landscapes, you’re bound to stumble upon activities for the entire family to e
njoy, whether it’s in the cooling desert, in a pine & cottonwood tree forest or alongside canyons big & small.
This series will take you through just a few places (of many) worth seeing in Arizona “ if you haven’t already. Part 5 of this series discussed the Snowbowl Skyride & hikes in Flagstaff, AZ.
GRAND CANYON SKYWALK
Considered one of the best day trip destinations from Las Vegas and Kingman, AZ, the Grand Canyon Skywalk is incredibly popular with the nearly 1 million people who have visited it. On the Grand Canyon Skywalk located in Grand Canyon West, you’ll be walking over the glass-bottomed bridge, 70 feet over the Grand Canyons rim and 4,000 feet above the Colorado River. It’s definitely high up there, so conquer your fear of heights while on this amazing view of the Grand Canyon.
Tickets
Visitors must purchase an entry fee into the Grand Canyon West and also purchase an additional fee to visit the Skywalk.
- Entrance fee into Grand Canyon West, Legacy Pass: $43.05/adult (including tax)
- Skywalk Admission fee: $32.05/adult (including tax)
Parking
All guests must park at the Grand Canyon West Airport for free.
One-Day Grand Canyon Whitewater Rafting Trip
Also located in Grand Canyon West, is a unique, one-day whitewater rafting trip. On this one-day adventure, you’ll hike up to Travertine Falls (a natural waterfall) with an experienced guide, where you’ll hear about the history and culture of the Hualapai people. Look for local wildlife while enjoying lunch along the banks of the river. Then jump into a raft, and you’ll explore the Grand Canyon walls from below while on a smooth river ride. Then hop into a helicoper and fly up to the top of the Grand Canyon West where you’ll see the Skywalk. You’ll start in Peach Springs, AZ and end there, too. Can you believe you can do this all in one day? But hurry; it ends at the end of October!
Rafting with the Hualapai River Runners Fees:
$249 plus $79 transportation fees
If you missed any other parts in this series:
Part 1: Verde Canyon Railroad train ride
Part 2: Grand Canyon Railroad train ride
Part 3: West Fork Oak Creek Canyon trail
Part 4:Wild, wild west Tombstone, AZ
Part 5: Saguaro National Park in Tucson, AZ
Part 6: Snowbowl Skyride in Flagstaff, AZ
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