All Trips > Utah > Zion and Bryce Hiking and Glamping Zion and Bryce Hiking and Glamping Choose Your Dates 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 Choose Your Dates 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 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 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 🖕 Eff ‘em if they say, “You’re TOO OLD to do THAT”.🫵 YOU determine what you are capable of! 💪Drop a 🙌 for EC CarlaAnd comment your age to prove that a number doesn’t dictate your life.#ExplorerChick #WomenWhoTravel #AmongTheWild #IdHikeThat #WanderWomen #AdventureTravel #OutdoorWomen #EasyDoesntChangeYou #WomenWhoHike #WomenTravelingTogether #WildernessExplorer #WeAreExplorerChick #HikingCulture #HikeLikeAWomen #SheIsNotLost #WomenWhoExplore #WeAreNature #WomenSupportingWomen #HikingTips #PositiveMindset #OutdoorTherapy #NatureTherapy #BucketListTrip #BucketListTravel #zionnationalpark #nps #findyourpark #maturewomen #explorerchickzion Open 😍 "What an incredible way to explore new locations, challenge yourself and meet other interesting, badass women!"⭐ "Absolutely phenomenal trip with Explorer Chick to Zion & Bryce Canyon National Parks in Utah! Our guides Kirstie and Christina were amazing- they were both born to do this type of work! Their energy, enthusiasm, humor, support & motivation made you feel like you could accomplish anything (even stepping off the side of a vertical cliff - in a rappelling harness of course!)."🫶 "Our group included women from 29-63 years old from across the U.S., with different levels of experience. We all became fast friends, cheering each other on and laughing A LOT! I will be taking another Explorer Chick trip in 2023 with my sister and highly recommend you check them out!" - Explorer Chick Corinne👏Corinne, we KNOW you CAN accomplish anything!! From rappelling through slot canyons to taking on epic hikes! Has Zion or Bryce been on your bucket list? Drop a 🔥 if you`re committing to getting to Utah in 2023!🗓 Spring Zion/Bryce Trips: (Mar 30-April 2), (April 27-30), (May 8-11)🔗 in bio to join the fun!#explorerchick #ExplorerChickAdventureCo #easydoesntchangeyou #weareexplorerchick #findyourpark #nps #parkchaser #nationalparkphotography #SheIsNotLost #WomenSupportingWomen #FindYourPark #Utah #angelslanding #NationalParkLife #NPS #HikeUtah #BeaUtahFul #exploreutah #desert #VisitUtah #Bucketlisthikes #Utahisrad #Amongthewild #sheisnotlost #zionnarrows #zionnationalpark #womenshikinggroup #womenwhohike #explorerchickzion Open 👀 SPOTTED IN THE WILD! 🧝And you can`t say we didn`t warn ya...🦌 We tend to stumble across some pretty rad wildlife... and soak up the scenes "out of a movie"!Orrrr... Maybe it`s us making the scene 🤪Step aside #ElfOnAShelf! You`ve been replaced by Hiker Queen Elf!Primary qualities of a Hiker Queen Elf?🍫 Motivated by trail snacks🎉 A cheerleader for her peers🤭 And always down for silly SHE-nanigans👇 Guess what National Park these adventurous EC Elves were exploring last week (on Halloween)!? #explorerchick #ExplorerChickAdventureCo #womenwhotravel #womentravelingtogether #easydoesntchangeyou #weareexplorerchick #adventuretravel #SheIsNotLost #WomenSupportingWomen #FindYourPark #Utah #angelslanding #NationalParkLife #NPS #HikeUtah #BeaUtahFul #exploreutah #desert #VisitUtah #Bucketlisthikes #Utahisrad #Amongthewild #sheisnotlost #zionnarrows #zionnationalpark #elfcosplay #elvesofinstagram #womenshikinggroup #explorerchickzion Open ARE YOU READY to wiggle!?🥾 Your way up Walter`s Wiggles that is... on one of the most ICONIC hikes in Zion NP. If the high exposure and chains of Angel`s Landing isn`t your thang, take on the challenging trek to Scouts Lookout!Don`t worry, you`ll get to shower off all the sweat as we`re set up in sweet digs this whole trip! 🛖Rest your head on a real pillow in our #Glamping headquarters and soak those sore calves in the hot tub because we`re logging all the steps this weekend!🥾 Hike amongst the towering hoodoos of Bryce🧗♀️ Step off the ledge as you take on canyoneering🚗 Get to remote areas on a Jeep tour (fingers crossed for a pink one!!)💦 Splash through the picturesque NarrowsSpots in Oct. for Zion/Bryce Canyon Hiking and Glamping are filling up quick! If you`re ready for an action packed weekend, drop a 🥾 below and we`ll send ya the deets!But first, we want to know!?👇What`s the most elevation you`ve taken on in a day!? 🏜️#explorerchick #ExplorerChickAdventureCo #womenwhotravel #womentravelingtogether #easydoesntchangeyou #weareexplorerchick #adventuretravel #SheIsNotLost #WomenSupportingWomen #FindYourPark #Utah #angelslanding #NationalParkLife #NPS #HikeUtah #BeaUtahFul #exploreutah #desert #VisitUtah #Bucketlisthikes #Utahisrad #Amongthewild #sheisnotlost #zionnarrows #brycecanyon #zionnationalpark #womenshikinggroup #explorerchickzion Open Load More This error message is only visible to WordPress admins Error: There is no connected account for the user 17841401383564890. In Her Words Catherine G. ★★★★★ Katie and Jayme exceeded all our expectations, guiding our group through the extraordinary beauties of Zion, Bryce and the slot canyons. Jayme is an Explorer Chick inspiration (and gives a mean geology lesson!) and one cannot help but be moved by Katie's love for life and nature. If I could give more stars I would!! I will recommend this trip to all my adventure-seeking friends and will tell them to request Jayme and Katie as their dynamic duo guides. Thank you both so much!!!!!!Laura R. ★★★★★ Anna & Kirstie were the most wonderful guides. They were always positive-even when we weren’t. They made the trip fun and were incredible at taking care of us. It was my first time in Zion & Bryce, but won’t be my last. Thank you Explorer Chick for a fun, challenging and memorable adventure. Thank you Kirstie & Anna for making a group of strangers feel like family just about instantaneously!Megan T ★★★★★ I spent last weekend in Zion and Bryce Canyon with ten amazing positive ladies and two knowledgeable thoughtful guides. Our two guides, Kirstie and Anna took excellent care of us from sunrise to long past sunset. They catered to our needs and thought of everything. They were patient, organized, inclusive, genuine, flexible and most of all a BLAST. I enjoyed my EXPLORER CHICK trip immensely.Regina W. ★★★★★ Trip 2 (Zion/Bryce)I admit that I’m passionate about a lot of things…but I am REAL passionate about how awesome these Explorer Chick trips are! My guides for this trip (Kirstie and Jeannie) did such a good job taking 10 perfect strangers (from all over the US AZ, AK, MA, FL, KS, TX, SC, WA…I’m missing one 🤔) and turning us into a team of women uplifting/motivating and encouraging other women. Although I thrive in adventurous, adrenaline-pumping environments, the best part of this trip for me was seeing people be there for people when they needed…people. It also didn’t hurt that our guides planned everything and cook all the meals. I’ve never had such delicious, fresh and healthy brown bag lunches on my hikes. Until next year….Trip 1 (Moab)Just did Moab in February on my first Explorer Chick trip. It was better than I imagined. Our 11 mile trip through Canyonlands was epic and our guides (Anya and Lauren) spoiled us rotten. There is something so fun about going to a restaurant and ordering whatever you want (minus alcohol). It really makes you treat yourself to the best…which we all deserve every once-in-awhile! The weather was chilly in the morning but perfect in the afternoons. We didn’t have to deal with crowds so I would do it in February again. I met so many cool women and learned so much about hiking! Already sign up to do Zion with Explorer Chicks next!Elaine K. ★★★★★ I just finished a fabulous trip to Zion on Bryce! The guides were amazing and thought of everything. Can't wait to sign up for another trip!Jessamine S. ★★★★★ I went to Zion and Bryce Nation Park with the Explorer Chicks. The guides (Savannah and Christina) were exceptional. They were well versed in the area, knew the driving route to each location and what to expect as far as how busy the parks would be at certain times of the day. They also were experience in the Hikes and knew the routes well as well as how long the hike should take and how difficult the hike would be. They helped each woman achieve a goal in the short time we were together and encouraged us along the way. The trip was flawless, and they had back up plans for every scenario. They handled difficult social situations with poise and grace. I cannot say enough great things about this experience. It was truly life changing, I came home with an entire new outlook on life. I'm grateful for this journey with them.Wendy H. ★★★★★ Who knew Utah was so magnificient? Zion and Bryce Canyon can't be described with words or pictures. Christina and Savannah were so knowledgeable, professional, friendly and made this trip a success. I would recommended it 100%.Rebecca W ★★★★★ I had the best time on my Zion Glamping Trip last week. Our guides Lindsey and Savannah were the best. They thought of everything. We plan to do more trips with Explorer Chicks and hope to have Lindsey and Savannah as our guides. We miss them already.Patty M. ★★★★★ I had an amazing time on the June 2-5 Zion/Bryce Canyon hiking trip led by Lindsey and Savannah. They were fabulous guides - friendly, enthusiastic, knowledgeable, organized and timely. They also prepared delicious lunches! It was great being with a group of women who loved nature and were inspired by the magical landscapes that we kept finding around every corner! I would absolutely recommend this trip for anyone looking to meet new people and share in the beauty of Southwest Utah!Candy C. ★★★★★ I recently returned from the 4 day Zion and Bryce adventure.Incredible trip! Perfect outing with two very incredible guides. Well thought out adventures with a great mix of activities. I highly recommend Explorer Chick! Can't wait to travel with them again.Response from the ownerHi Candy! Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We're elated to hear your trip went so well and that our guides were able to deliver that perfect trip! Cheers to more adventures in 2022! Katie G. ★★★★★ I just returned from the Zion and Bryce Canyon hiking trip. It was amazing. The guides (Jeannie and Kelsey) were knowledgeable, personable and fun. After all, they led ALL ten of us up the chains to Angels Landing! (We were ten women ranging in age from 35 to 65.) Every aspect of the trip was well thought out and went off without a hitch. Thanks for an unforgettable four days on the trail.Response from the ownerThank you Katie! And we love seeing at 10/10 success rate on those chains! They are challenging! Cheers to always pushing ourselves and encouraging others! Samantha S. ★★★★★ I highly recommend using Explorer Chick for your upcoming adventures. Traveling to Zion and Bryce was an unforgettable experience!It is hard to describe how it feels until you drink the Kool-Aid or get handed the cold beverage after a three mile hike in the desert. I signed up for this experience all on my own knowing I'd make friends. Yes, I did make new friends and you will too! This was different because you are taken out of your comfort zone, encouraged to do new and scary things and are supported. I have heard this from other women in the Explorer Chick community that no matter what trip you do you'll always meet incredible women. The energy is unmatched and I dare you to sign up. You can do things you didn't think you could photo proof attached. Big thanks to our wonderful guides Jeannie and Nicki for making us laugh, keeping us hydrated on these hot days, and continuing to inspire us. <3Response from the ownerTHANK YOU Samantha! It was an absolute pleasure guiding you in Zion/Bryce. You brought great energy to the group and ante-upp'ed the chant forever with that Oo-ga-cha-cha 🙂 We get to meet these incredible women because incredible women sign up. Thank you again for everything and we'll see you out there! Cheers! Let's Do This Starting from $2099 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 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. However, we understand emergencies do occur that may cause you to cancel your reservation. Cancellation Policy To protect your travel investment and your hide, we recommend purchasing travel insurance. Receive a no-hassle, online quote in less than 2 minutes. 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