All Trips > Utah > Zion and Bryce Hiking and Glamping Zion and Bryce Hiking and Glamping Book Your Zion & Bryce Trip AT A GLANCE Utah 10 Explorer Chicks Glamping Glamping, Hiking, Multisport, National Park, Rappelling, US-Based, Weekend 4 Days 3 - Active Physical demand level for this trip Hoodoo you love Photos Itinerary Logistics Activity Level What's Included Book Your Zion & Bryce Trip Share Hoodoo you love Unreal hoodoos? Check. Slot canyons? Majestic overlooks? Check. All this and more (like heated tents with electricity) await you during our Women’s Hiking trip and Glamping in Zion National Park and Bryce Canyon Escape to prehistoric Utah where you’ll hike stupid-pretty trails in Zion National Park and Bryce Canyon National Park. Wade through the Virgin River below 1,500′ canyon walls in the Narrows. Spend an entire day exploring Bryce Canyon National Park. Ghost the tourists as you wander deep into orange hoodoos. Explore areas of Zion so remote, they can only be reached by rappelling, scrambling, and down-climbing on a beginner-friendly canyoneering route. Beastmaster up the West Rim Trail to Scout Lookout and enjoy some of the best views in Zion National Park. You’ll hike through Refrigerator Canyon, and shimmy up all 21 of Walters Wiggles to Scout Lookout with panoramic views of Zion Canyon and Virgin River. Afterward, dry your pits as you descend the trail to an easier hike around the scenic streams of Upper and Lower Emerald Pools. Every night you’ll rest your head in Insta-worthy glamping tents bordering Zion National Park. Kick it by the campfire under a diamond sky with goddesses who aren’t afraid to get dirty. Photos Itinerary Expand All Days Day 1 - Hiking Scout Lookout in Zion Smash down a lumber-jill breakfast before meeting your group at 7:00am at our Rendezvous Hotel in Las Vegas. You’ll be greeted by your Explorer Chick Guides with an official orientation to follow. We’ll then hop into our Explorer Chick SHE-nanigan Shuttle for a 2:30 hour transfer to Zion National Park. The first time driving into Zion is not one you will soon forget. *wipes drool from face while staring up at towering walls* You’ll jump right into the action hiking your booty right on up all 21 of Walter’s Wiggles to Scout Lookout. We’ll take a breather and some pictures before descending the trail to an easier hike to Upper and Lower Emerald Pools; a series of natural pools and streams. After our climb down, we’ll hop in our shuttle to our luxurious Glamping Digs. We’ll then unpack at our Explorer Chick Base Glamping site and laze around the campfire, sharing our conquests with the stars. Hike 1: Scout Lookout. 3.6 miles. 1,115′ gain. 2.5 hours. Strenuous Hike 2: Emerald Pools. 3 miles. 620′ gain. 2 hours. Moderate. Transfer Time: 2:30 hours Accommodation: Glamping Meals: L-D Day 2 - Bryce Canyon and Hoodoos It’s a sunup to sundown day in Bryce Canyon. After crushing a hot breakfast, we’ll board the SHE-nanigan Shuttle to cruise the largest collection of hoodoos on Planet Earth. Our big hike of the day starts at the canyon rim overlooking Bryce Amphitheater which can only be described as a mosh pit of rock formations. We’ll leave the gawking tourists behind to wander deep among the hoodoos on a remote trail. Cull your photo roll to make space for all the stunning scenery Bryce Canyon has to offer. The rest of our day will be spent exploring the shorter trails in Bryce Park to squeeze out every second of sunlight. On our return to camp, we’ll stop for a hot dinner to silence our gremlin bellies. Distance: 7.8 miles Elevation Gain: 1,545’ Hiking Time: 5 hours Transfer Time to Bryce Canyon: 1:30 hours Accommodation: Glamping Meals: B-L-D Day 3 - Canyoneering in Greater Zion The Zion area is home to some of the best slot canyons in the country. Slowly carved by wind and water, these canyons are best explored by scrambling, down-climbing, rappelling, and wading. In the span of 4 hours you’ll conquer 8 rappels with your highest at 70 feet! YOU’RE BASICALLY ON THE COVER OF OUTSIDE MAGAZINE NOW. This route is perfect for beginners with no experience. Just show up willing to go ALL IN and back off the edge into the canyon. We’ll snap you cheesin’ and score plenty of Glamour Shots as the light dances off the red sandstone walls. Your afternoon is free. You can decide to tack on another hike in Zion as recommended by your guides, take your bra off back at camp, or catch an epic sunset from the hot tub. Hiking Distance: 2.3 miles. 459′ gain. Hiking Time: 4-6 hours plus optional hikes Accommodation: Glamping Meals: B-L-D Day 4 - The Narrows in Zion and Goodbyes Hold those tears back – we have one last epic hike! It’s an early morning to return to the park for some real-life teleportation. Alien cliffs rise above you as we descend deep below the walls to goose our way through the Virgin River. Copper waterfalls, narrowing walls, deepening water – all part of the hike up river to the infamous Wall Street. SOAK IT ALL IN GIRL! You earned this high after a weekend of gnarly hikes, belly laughs, and new friendships. We’ll hug it up and roll out to drive the 2:30 hours back to Las Vegas. The courage in your heart and stank in your boots will buoy you until your next Explorer Chick adventure. Plan evening flight departures after 8pm. Distance: 5 miles Hiking Time: 4-5 hours Transfer time: 2:30 hours Meals: B-L Hiking of the Narrows is not guaranteed. The Park closes the river to hiking when water levels are high and dangerous. Your Explorer Chick guides will have alternative hiking plans on some of our other favorite trails. Explorer Chick reserves the option to modify trip itineraries at the discretion of your tour director as necessary due to weather, conditions, illness, injury, group dynamics, or other unforeseen incidents. Optional: Day 3 - Jeep Tour Optional Excursion: Wanna fill your afternoon with more adventure? You have the option this afternoon to add an off-road Jeep tour. The Jeep tour will include outside guests – not just Explorer Chicks. Hang on tight as your 4×4 Jeep crawls over boulders and ascends narrow, steep switchbacks before pausing at a beautiful viewpoint. Ascend over 1500 feet and see the breathtaking views of the vast East Zion from Brushy Cove and Elevator Trail. Views of the West Temple, Checkerboard Mesa, the Narrows, and other prominent Zion landmarks are visible from here. Logistics What to Pack Check out our recommended hiking gear for all trips. You’ll receive a complete packing list in your Travel Guide upon booking; note that trips may require additional specialized items. Arrival Airport City: Las Vegas, NV (LAS) Pick Up Location: Rendezvous Hotel Meeting Time: 7am on Day 1 Departure Airport City: Las Vegas, NV (LAS) Drop Off Location: Rendezvous Hotel Return Time: Fly out after 8pm on Day 4 You will receive a Travel Guide with all the rendezvous hotel, packing, and additional information you’ll need to prepare for your epic trip. We require a minimum of 6 Explorer Chicks for this trip. Please confirm your trip is guaranteed before booking airfare. Activity Level Rated 3 – ACTIVE This trip is rated Active because of the length and frequency of hiking for all 4 days as detailed below. Canyoneering may prove challenging to those who are weary of heights. The canyoneering portion involves 8 rappels up to 70 feet high. It is a beginner friendly route. Daily Hiking: Day 1: 6.29 miles. 1,650′ gain. Day 2: 7.8 miles. 1,545; gain. Day 3: Canyoneering. 2.3 miles. 459′ gain. Day 4: 5 miles river walking. 5 hours. Plus, optional side hikes of varying distances/elevation. Please consider your ability to meet the physical demands very seriously. It is for the safety of both you and our group. All Explorer Chicks will be required to sign an Acknowledgement of Physical Demands as part of their waiver upon booking. Read more about our Activity Levels. What's Included Lodging 3 nights in a canvas Glamping tents. Shared 2 Explorer Chicks per tent. Tents are equipped with electricity and heaters. Access to a pool, hot tub, showers, and coin-op laundry. Activities Entrance and commercial permit fees to all National Parks and public lands All activities as outlined in the itinerary Gratuities for all excursions Meals All meals as indicated in itinerary: B-3, L-4, D-3 Gratuities for included meals. Practical Professional leadership team with 2 Explorer Chick Guides A detailed Travel Guide with everything you need to know for your trip The freedom to enjoy your vacation and mindlessly wander! Not Included Narrows Rental Gear Rendezvous or Departure hotels Airfare Airport Transportation Alcoholic beverages Travel Insurance Meals exclusive of itineraries Costs for additional activities Gratuity for your Explorer Chick Guides (read our tipping guidelines here) Explorer Chick reserves the option to modify trip itineraries at the discretion of your tour director as necessary due to weather, conditions, illness, injury, group dynamics, or other unforeseen incidents. More from Zion & Bryce Bold statement: Zion might be our favorite National Park... 🏜️Our Explorer Chicks were definitely not ready to say goodbye to the magic of Zion and Bryce Canyon! From chest-deep water treks through the Narrows, to conquering fears (and heights) with 9 new adventure sisters, this trip was packed with unforgettable moments. ✨ We even had surprise angel’s food cake on Scout’s Lookout to top it all off! 🍰But, perhaps the best part was the big horn sheep of East Zion gracing us with their presence!You should join us on our next mission of making Zion our new HQ 😉 comment “Zion” and I’ll send you all the details for our next trip 🫶🏼#explorerchickzion #zionnationalpark #hikingwomen #womenadventure #brycecanyon #grouptravel 81 5 Open 81 5 "I just returned from the Explorer Chicks Zion Park and Bryce Canyon 4 day hiking trip and I highly recommend it! It was such a treat to be able to enjoy such beautiful nature without having to think about any of the logistics. Our tour guides, Hannah and Kayla were so personable and organized. They thought of every little detail and added so many special touches that made us feel so pampered. I loved the stunning views and the challenging (but totally doable) activities during the day. The accommodations were very comfortable. I left the tour feeling rejuvenated and recharged. It was the perfect trip! Thank you Explorer Chicks for an incredible experience that I will cherish for years to come." -AndreaCome join an all women`s hiking & glamping trip to Zion and Bryce this fall!👇Comment "Zion" and I`ll DM you the trip deets.#ExplorerChickZion #Zionnationalpark #brycecanyon #hikingtrip #womenover40 38 1 Open 38 1 “50 years young and feeling more alive than ever!”🥂Let’s raise a toast to all you incredible women out there. Share your age and let’s celebrate your unstoppable spirit! 👇Hell yeah to defying age and proving adventure has no limits! ✨#Explorerchick #realwomenrealadventures #ExplorerChickZion #Womenover50 #50thbirthday 67 12 Open 67 12 “This was a transformative experience…The itinerary was planned beautifully and my guides, Kirstie and Christina were also a pivotal part of the success of my trip. They both were confident and humble and had a wealth of knowledge and training that helped me trust the process and take healthy risks that I’d never taken before. The description of the trip matched the experience so there were no surprises (except for all of us having to be flexible regarding Mother Nature’s weather plans). The food was excellent - no frills but exactly what we all needed and everyone on the trip expressed happiness with our meals. This was a fabulous company and the trip was one I will never forget. I went knowing no one and the women on that trip, like me, were looking to explore, try new things and laugh. We had a GREAT time. I would definitely do it again.”-Explorer Chick JeniferReady for a transformative adventure?🔗Link in bio to join us in Zion & Bryce:May 16-19Sept 19-22Oct 10-13Oct 31-Nov 3Nov 14-17 (Save $200!)Nov 21-24 (Save $200!)#ExplorerChickZion #ZionNationalPark #BryceCanyonNationalPark #solotravel #NationalParksGeek #womenwhohike #traveltheworld #womenover40 67 4 Open 67 4 🤔 So what exactly is a Slot Canyon?👉They’re narrow, towering canyons, taller and deeper than they are wide. Over time, rushing water and flash floods carve narrow, winding passages through soft rock, often sandstone.😬 Are they safe? Yes! With proper prep, gear, knowledge, and guides. Always check the local weather and flash flood risks before entering.🥾 Slots are a blast to navigate! Crawl, rappel, and slide through a maze of rock passages.😍 Slot canyons are a visual masterpiece! Light streams down, dancing in vibrant hues on the striped rock walls. Mesmerizing patterns unveil a breathtaking canvas of colors. (Perfect photogenic backgrounds for your new profile pic! 📸)Discover the magic of slot canyons on these trips:⭐️ Moab Hiking & National Parks: Explore a slot canyon in Canyonlands⭐️ Moab Multisport: Rappel down a thrilling slot canyon⭐️ Zion & Bryce Hiking & Glamping: Descend a slot canyon and hike the Narrows⭐️ Utah National Parks Road Trip: Traverse some of the narrowest & most amazing canyons in the world!⭐️ Jordan: Climb waterfalls in a slot canyon that leads to the Dead Sea!💬 Have you explored a slot canyon? Share it in the comments!#Explorerchick #Slotcanyon #Explorerchickutah #beautahful #utahhiking #ExplorerChickMoab #Explorerchickzion 125 5 Open 125 5 Explorer Chick Guide Mary teaching us about the fascinating rocks in Zion National Park!🙋♀️Want to learn more about the wonders of Zion? Join us on a trip to the most mind blowing National Park in the spring (our favorite season to explore Zion).🗓April (11-14) (25-28)🗓 May (6-9) (16-19) (20-23)🔗 Link in bio to save your spot for Zion.#zionnationalpark #utahnationalparks #solotravel #womenshealth #explorerchick #explorerchickzion 103 3 Open 103 3 “I was looking for adventure, sense of belonging and safety...This was my first time traveling solo and Explorer Chick ticked every box and then some! The 4 Days we spent hiking and canyoneering in Zion and Bryce were AMAZING! I made new friends and never lacked for anything. Our guides, Savannah and Jessica made this trip more than enjoyable, even on the most challenging hikes. Can’t wait to find my next adventure with Explorer Chick!” -Explorer Chick Lisa❤️ Ready to find your sense of belonging on a trip of a lifetime? We’re waiting for you with open arms.Join us this spring to explore Zion & Bryce🗓April (11 - 14) (25 - 28)🗓May (6 - 9) (16 - 19) (20 - 23)💬Comment Zion in the comments and I’ll send you the deets on this trip of a lifetime.#ExplorerChickZion #Womenwhotravel #Zionnationalpark #Brycecanyonnationalpark #Solotravel #Womenempowerment 71 1 Open 71 1 🤯 Before Walter`s Wiggles, rock climbing was the only route up to Scouts Lookout, perched 1,000 feet above Zion`s valley floor.🙏 Thanks to Zion`s first superintendent, Walter Ruesch, 21 zigzagging switchbacks were carved into the 250-foot sheer face, eliminating the need for technical gear to enjoy this stunning overlook!🚁 By the 80s, erosion made the trail perilous. The NPS stepped in, airlifting 88 cubic yards of concrete via 258 helicopter flights to restore and pave Walter’s Wiggles!✈ Meet us in Vegas for our 4 Day Zion & Bryce Glamping Adventure, and we`ll wiggle our booties up ol` Walt`s trail together!⌛Only FIVE spots left in 2023:🔗 in bio to hop on the November (9-12) trip!#ExplorerChick #WomenWhoTravel #AmongTheWild #IdHikeThat #WanderWomen #AdventureTravel #OutdoorWomen #EasyDoesntChangeYou #WomenWhoHike #WomenTravelingTogether #WildernessExplorer #WeAreExplorerChick #HikingCulture #HikeLikeAWomen #SheIsNotLost #WomenWhoExplore #WeAreNature #WomenSupportingWomen #OutdoorTherapy #NatureTherapy #BucketListTrip #BucketListTravel #civilengineering #nps #explorerchickzion #Zion #findyourpark 282 10 Open 282 10 🏜 WHAT TO EXPECT when you go canyoneering:🧭 Canyoneering offers a way to explore places that are typically inaccessible, allowing you to immerse yourself in the often untouched, secluded nooks of the desert.Just like skiing, climbing and rafting... canyoneering is rated based on technicality, water features and time needed. We conquer a beginner-friendly, technical route!🪢You`ll gear up with ropes and harnesses to rappel down dry shoots, scramble and stem like spiders through windy canyons of the Zion area.💪 Our technical guides will demonstrate techniques, set up backups and run through a lesson with us. After a couple of deep calming breaths, you take that step back, scaling down the canyon wall, supported by the cheers of your fellow Explorer Chicks!Have you canyoneered before? Where!? 👇⏰ONLY 3 chances left in 2023 to dive into canyons with us!📍Zion & Bryce Hiking, Canyoneering and Glamping:🗓 Oct 23-26🗓 Nov 2-5🗓 Nov 9-12#ExplorerChick #WomenWhoTravel #AmongTheWild #IdHikeThat #WanderWomen #AdventureTravel #OutdoorWomen #EasyDoesntChangeYou #WomenWhoHike #WomenTravelingTogether #WildernessExplorer #WeAreExplorerChick #HikingCulture #HikeLikeAWomen #SheIsNotLost #WomenWhoExplore #WeAreNature #WomenSupportingWomen #OutdoorTherapy #NatureTherapy #BucketListTrip #BucketListTravel #explorerchickzion #zionnationalpark #nps #beautahful #canyoneering 54 6 Open 54 6 Load More Let's Do This Starting from $2199 Book Now Save $200 with our Early Bird Discounts! Just book at least 6 Months in Advance! Discount is automatically applied. Non-Refundable Deposit: $200 due at booking to secure your spot Questions about Zion? Name(Required) First Name Last Name Email(Required) Enter Email Confirm Email Send us your Zion and Bryce questions!(Required)EmailThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. In Her Words Sheila M.Zion and Bryce Hiking and Glamping Trip with Explorer Chick was amazing. Kirstie and Ashley were the most encouraging guides. Well organized trip and food was amazing.K LZion and Bryce Canyon are absolutely beautiful and breathtaking. Our guides. Christina Bruno and Ashley Butler were two of the most supportive, encouraging, and helpful guides I have had so far on my EC endeavors! The narrows were a unique hike I will never forget! The women I traveled and hiked with were also amazing!! Love meeting people with similar goals and hobbies!!Sierra A.I just finished my second trip with Explorer Chicks (Bryce/Zion National Parks), it was wonderful. Our guides, Ashley and Christina, were warm, professional and incredibly knowledgeable. They made sure we were well taken care of and I had a fantastic experience. Would highly recommend this trip.Andrea N.I just returned from the Explorer Chicks Zion Park and Bryce Canyon 4 day hiking trip and I highly recommend it! It was such a treat to be able to enjoy such beautiful nature without having to think about any of the logistics. Our tour guides, Hannah and Kayla were so personable and organized. They thought of every little detail and added so many special touches that made us feel so pampered. I loved the stunning views and the challenging (but totally doable) activities during the day. The accommodations were very comfortable. I left the tour feeling rejuvenated and recharged. It was the perfect trip! Thank you Explorer Chicks for an incredible experience that I will cherish for years to come.Samantha T.A group of 6 friends joined the Zion/Bryce Hiking adventure in Utah for one friends big birthday - a first hiking trip for many of us. What a life changing adventure we had - with two incredible and thoughtful guides (Kayla and Hannah). We were blown away by the sincere thoughtfulness and consideration that our guides had for our group in addition to the outstanding experience we had in the canyon. The trip exceeded expectations and I would highly recommend Explorer Chick to anyone.Diana M.Awesome trip to Zion and Bryce with @Kirstie and @Mary! I would have never done all this hiking on my own. Loved having some time to myself too without fussing over trip details and taking care of everyone around me.Will be back!Louise M.Utah and Bryce Canyon Glamping Trip: Must do - an EPIC adventure with the most amazing guides Hannah and Kayla (aka Mom & Mom!). We really couldn’t have asked for a better vacay and would highly recommend anyone to do it! We hiked and rappelled, with incredible food, great comfy glamping tents, the most thoughtful touches (champagne and cake and a banner on my cabin for my birthday! Meditation cards and solo walks to be present). And we didn’t have to think about a thing - our guides had everything arranged including transport to the hikes and gear rental, snacks and washroom breaks (ha!). THANK YOU - we will be repeat customers for sure!Rachel K.My sister and I went to the Zion and Bryce Canyon trip with the Explorer Chicks and it was the experience of a lifetime! We had two fabulous guides (shoutout to Kayla and Kat!) who coordinated a flawless trip and made everyone feel so cared for throughout the week. They were knowledgeable about the area and so fun to hang with! They also did a great job at accommodating everyone’s dietary needs since we had several vegan/vegetarian and gluten free gals on the trip. Will definitely book with them again!Jenny P.Just went on the Zion and Bryce Canyon trip, and it was amazing! Great hikes, great food, great glamping spot. It was awesome to get to meet the other explorer chicks. The guides Kirstie and Mary were super knowledgeable about the parks, the flowers, the rocks, the prairie dog habitats, and hiking/backpacking in general. They also looked out for us every step of the way making sure we were always hydrated and well-fed with amazing lunches and great snacks!I signed up/went on the trip by myself without knowing anyone else going on the trip, but I immediately felt welcome and comfortable on the trip! Great experience!Alexandria K.Joined Explorer Chick for Zion and Bryce Canyon. Kirstie and Steph took amazing care of the group and made sure we had a blast. They made sure we all got epic photos of ourselves and kept us well fed. It was great to not worry about any planning: everything was taken care of. Book with Confidence Your wanderlust doesn’t have to wait. Our payment plans make booking your dream trip easier than ever. The best part? Zero additional fees. Payment Plans We want nothing more than for you join us. 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