Canyoneering Half-day Private Experience

Excellent experience! Good communication. Family of 4 did the repelling and hike. Daly was a great guide making us feel welcome, comfortable, explained the process and safety equipment, answered all of our questions. We really enjoyed our time in the canyon!

NOT for beginners!!! my husband and I have rock climb climbed, repelled and hiked canyons many times and it was very challenging for us in spots. Do not go on this trip if you have a fear of slippery rocks or a fear of heights. Daly was our guide and she was truly phenomenal. If I felt uncomfortable with the direction that she was giving, she was very accommodating defined an easier way for me to navigate the toughest areas. She was super knowledgeable, patient and friendly. She had so much information that was really interesting to us. She was one of the best outdoor adventure guides we've ever had highly recommend her if you are in good shape and have prior extreme outdoor repelling, rock climbing and scrambling experience. We were completely wiped out by the end of the 4 hours but we had a blast! Make sure to wear hiking shoes that grip rock.

I have some experience canyoneering, ranging from long technical tours (in my younger years) to easy tours for just a few hours. This time, I took my 11-year old son for his first experience. I was looking for something interesting and adventurous, but not overwhelming. This was a perfect balance - a bit of a challenge, an incredibly patient and skilled guide, and gorgeous views. The rappels were structured well to get us used to (or re-used to) the gear with the last rappel being really stunning next to an impressive waterfall. The water was higher than usual, and so the guide adapted to ensure we got across a couple of spots safely. It ended with a lovely rockhopping hike through some of the canyon and then back up to the road. I have a million pictures, and felt mildly sore and totally satisfied at the end of the day. It was really cool to do it as a private tour rather than with a larger group. Aaron, the guide was patient as previously stated, and also easy going, pleasant, and knowledgeable. If you are in Tucson, don't miss this!

Great experience! Would highly recommend to others. Our tour guide Daly was great and super knowledgeable about repelling and the surrounding environment!

We loved the experience! Our tour guide was Aaron and he is the very best. The canyon is gorgeous, the falls are beautiful and the rappels are very exciting. Aaron is fun and he explained everything to make us (me) feel secure. The weather was perfect. We bumped into a couple of people at the beginning and the end of the hike, but between rappels we got the canyon to ourselves. We love the hiking. There are some slippery rocks but nothing to worry about. We'll definitely come back!

Make sure you have good shoes. Absolutely a must do! Our guide Daly was amazing. This was our first time repelling and a great time with beautiful views

We did a 1/2 day Canyoneering tour and it was so much fun! Daly our guide was super friendly and knowledgeable. Easy to meetup at Le Buzz and go to the Trailhead. The canyon was gorgeous, and while this is active it isn’t over the top. Daly gave great instructions as we moved through the canyon and did this different activities. VERY safety focused which I appreciated. As we hiked she told us about the Saguro and the other plants and the rocks and canyon. Skilled guide that really cares and put her heart into giving us a good time. Thank you! I recommend this is you are looking to do something active in Tucson.

Our family's experiences with Altitude Mountain Guides was the absolute highlight of our spring break trip to Tucson! Our amazing guide, Aaron, safely led us through several different repels on Mt. Lemmon, including one across a canyon that was truly spectacular. The repels were challenging enough to be exciting but doable enough for our family of novice climbers, including our 8 year old son.

A heat wave hit Tucson early and it was too hot to go canyoneering, so Ben set me up with rappelling and rock climbing instead. My guide, Aaron, was awesome. Super laid back, but knowledgeable and safety-focused. He helped me get past the edge of my comfort zone without putting any real pressure on me. The climbing was terrific and the scenery was stunning.

We had such an amazing time on our private tour with Daly! She was so knowledgeable and made us feel so comfortable since we had never been canyoneering before. It was the best birthday trip for my boyfriend. Definitely makes us want to try out more climbing trips. Highly recommend!

Excellent day! The canyon was beautiful, the rappelling was a blast, and our guide Daly was amazing! She was fun, safe, and had a wealth of knowledge on the area. It was a great trip.

I did a half day tour with my girlfriend. Will be an experience we'll remember for the rest of our lives. Not for the faint of heart (we are city folk - take it with a grain of salt)! It was our first time canyoneering and to say the least it can be a bit of an intimidating experience. Our guide Daly was excellent, professional, informative, and guided us through every step of the way. She was a natural guide and taught us many things beyond canyoneering from natural wildlife to history of the city. If you have the willpower, it can be truly worth it and can see some amazing sights that wouldn't be available otherwise. Recommendations: - Bring very good hiking/rock climbing shoes - Bring enough water & sunscreen - Big backpacks are not the way to go (will be squeezing through rocks)

Aaron was a fantastic guide. He was fun and professional. I joined another family and he took care of our 4 person small group really well. The Tanque Verde Canyon was scenic and had great technical areas that anyone could do.

We had no idea what to expect when we signed up for this tour. It was so exhilarating and fun! My husband and I are in our sixty’s and still enjoy challenging ourselves. Aaron did a great job of instructing us each step of the way during the day. Between mountain goating and rappelling, he was very good at making sure we were safe and comfortable the whole time. The day was filled with beautiful sites and heart pumping activities. Thanks again Aaron! 😎

100% recommend and would do it again! Communication from Ben the owner a few days before the trip and from our guide was awesome. Easy meet up point and drive to the trail head. Our guide Aaron was the best! Friendly, personable and very knowledgeable. We have never done anything like this before and he made us all feel super comfortable. Love the fact that it is private with just your group. Our group consisted of myself, husband and our two kids who are 20 and 15.

This was beyond an amazing experience - My guide Daly was amazing - cannot recommend this tour + Daly enough! 12/10, you do not want to miss this.

Ben and Aaron were both fantastic! Highly recommend if you are able to handle 4 hours of medium level hiking. Fabulous time!

We had an amazing experience! As a couple we will remember this awesome adventure. Aaron was an excellent guide and we felt safe throughout. 10/10 recommend it to anyone.

Aaron was our guide and he was fantastic! He was quick setting up the rappels and Tyrolean and had a kind, friendly manner. The hike was pristine and a place we wouldn’t have gotten to on our own. It was well worth the money as we had a memorable experience. I would do another guided trip with him if I ever come down to Tucson again.

Did a 1/2 day canyoning trip with Aaron and it was amazing. Great views and very good instructions by our guide. Everything about the day was first class. I highly recommend it.

My boyfriend and I went on the 1/2 Day Canyoneering trip with Aaron on Tues, 12/5 and had an incredible experience! It was my first time so I was very scared but Aaron made me feel so comfortable and safe. He was extremely knowledgeable and experienced and guided me through the day every step of the way. The scenery was spectacular and we had a blast. I highly recommend this trip and guide! You will not be disappointed..

My husband and I joined Ben for a half-day of canyoneering. We had a great time. Ben was a fantastic guide. We hiked, rappelled, and traverse over the rocks. It was an excellent experience and we would do it again for a full day. If you're in the Tucson area and like adventure, try it.

This is a must do regardless of if you are from Tucson or just visiting. You get a chance to see a beautiful part of the desert in a way no one else visiting gets to. Aaron was great and worked with my wife and I at a very comfortable pace. They reached out the day before to confirm everything and provide all the details we could need. All in a this was a great adventure and would highly recommend Altitude and Aaron to anyone looking for a great way to explore and adventure.

I had a private canyoneering tour with Ben and loved every minute of it! If you’re in Tucson, I highly recommend this tour because Ben is extremely knowledgeable and just a great guy to be around. He’s clearly very experienced and extremely safety oriented (and gave me a tutorial on the gear and how it all worked). He is flexible, communicative and responsive during the reservation and planning process, as well. I really didn’t know what I was getting into with canyoneering but it was truly an amazing experience. The scenery is stunning and the rappelling is exciting! Ben is an exceptional teacher and guide. I wished the whole time I had my kids with me to experience this. Ben would be amazing with kids so take your family on this one if you all love a great adventure! I love to travel and try new things and we do a fair amount of both. This ranks pretty high up there as one of the coolest things I’ve done in my travels. I would definitely do this again! My sincere gratitude to Ben for teaching and guiding me and taking great photos for me, too!

Great experience, friendly and knowledgeable guide, beautiful canyon! I Loved that it was just my group on the excursion.

This was a FANTASTIC trip. It was our first time canyoneering and it won't be our last. Ben was an excellent guide and made us feel safe but strong. Our family is BIack and I was worried we wouldn't feel welcome, but this was not the case at all. If you're hold out for reasons related to ability, cost, or inclusion, please give it a try. It was well worth it!

Great hike to the trail. You go down into a canyon through the trail with beautiful views. Then you do a series of rappels down some rocks. Very fun and adventurous! Would definitely be beneficial to have hiking experience as the trails and hikes are very rugged and rigorous. No climbing or technical skills are required as the guide covers all that. I felt very safe with the guide. 10/10 would recommend if you are an adventure and thrill junkie!

So we did a couple of hikes in Tucson and they were beautiful, but CROWDED. Found this "canyoneering" which I had NO idea what it even was, and it turned out to be awesome. It was like our own private hike down a canyon away from the crowds, with our guide setting up ropes for us to go down the steep sections. Had lunch at a beach by a waterfall and we were the only ones there. Also got some amazing photos! Definitely recommended.

My sister and I had a wonderful time with our excellent guide Ben! The Canyoneering was challenging and fun! I highly recommend this experience!

I cannot emphasize the truly memorable experience of canyoneering with Altitude Mountain Guides! Last Sunday, Ben coordinated a hike through Tanque Verde Canyon. From the start, I was impressed by the level of professionalism, communication, and passion that was demonstrated. Having no prior experience with mountain climbing or canyoneering, I felt safe and encouraged to explore Tucson’s terrain in criticism-free environment. Our trek lasted approximately 3-4 hours from start to finish. Amazing views and the perfect self-care activity. I look forward to my next booking opportunity and I hope you do too!

I am so glad I found this on a whim, it was the highlight of my trip to Tucson! Tucson is a great city and we did all the go-to tourist stuff (desert museum, Sabino canyon) but this is the day I will remember. We had never done canyoneering before, but love to hike, and this was the perfect introduction to it. GORGEOUS scenery here in the desert, and this gives you a chance to really experience it. Our guide was great- we were sad to leave him at the end of the day. If you're hesitant, don't be! This is a hidden gem.

Had a great time canyoneering up in the mountains! Our guide Ben was very knowledgeable, and made sure we had a safe and fun adventure. The scenery was beautiful. I would definitely book again, highly recommend!