Camping and Dining - A Unique Group or Couples Experience on the Grand Canyon Southern Rim
(trip #183)4 days in Grand Canyon, AZ ($$$) — A 4 day camping excursion on the Southern Rim of the Grand Canyon provides stunning views, fun group activities, and great dining to reconnect with your friends. Gorgeous sunsets, mule rides, and canyon exploration encourage camaraderie. You'll sleep close to nature, in a tent of course, while still enjoying fine dining and a night out at the Bright Angel Bar with your friends. Who says camping has to be about roughing it! Don't forget your tent and your appetite.
Day 1
3:00PM Campsite
at Mather Campground
South Rim, Grand Canyon National ParkGrand Canyon, AZGet a Map
Only 3 vehicles are allowed at the group campsite. Make reservations far in advance. Campgrounds contain restrooms with laundry and showers nearby. Wood must be brought in or purchased at site (not collected from Park).
- $50/night to reserve group campground for up to 50 people
- (800) 365-2267
How to Book — Make reservations far in advance. Reservations for March-November only. December-March first come, first served. See website for details.
7:00PM Dinner at the Lodge
at Bright Angel Restaurant
Bright Angel Lodge, South RimGrand Canyon, AZGet a Map
Gather your group after everyone has set up their campsite for dinner at the Bright Angel Restaurant. Drinks can be shared at the nearby Bright Angel Bar. Open 6:30am - 10:00pm. Reservations not required.
- $20-$50 per person
- (888) 297-2757
Day 2
8:00AM Breakfast at the Hotel
at El Tovar Dining Room
El Tovar Hotel, South RimGrand Canyon, AZGet a Map
Meet for breakfast at the elegant El Tovar Dining Room.
- $15-$20
- (888) 297-2757
9:00AM Morning Exploration of the South Ri...
at Grand Canyon
Grand Canyon National ParkGrand Canyon, AZGet a Map
Explore the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. Don't miss the Yavapai Observation Station and Museum.
- $25/vehicle when you first enter Park. $8 a person charged for 25 -passenger or larger vans/buses
- (928) 638-7888
1:00PM Combination Tour: Desert View and S...
at Xanterra, South Rim LLC
Grand Canyon National ParkGrand Canyon, AZGet a Map
Experience the stunning views
from the Canyon Rim during this 4 hour tour, which includes the Watchtower. End your tour with a romantic evening at Mojave or Yaki Point, the most panoramic views of the Grand Canyon.
- $40/adults, children 16 and under are free
- (888) 297-2757
7:00PM Dinner Back at the Lodge
at The Arizona Room
Bright Angel Lodge, South RimGrand Canyon, AZGet a Map
A wonderful steak dinner will put the perfect cap on your evening! Full bar available.
- $30-$40
- (888) 297-2757
How to Book — Offered March-December only.
Day 3
8:00AM Breakfast at the Lodge
at Bright Angel Restaurant
Bright Angel Lodge, South RimGrand Canyon, AZGet a Map
Open 6:30am - 10:00pm. Reservations not required.
- $20-$30
- (888) 297-2757
9:00AM Mule Ride into the Canyon, or Hike ...
at Xanterra, South Rim LLC
South Rim, Grand Canyon National ParkGrand Canyon, AZGet a Map
The Mule Ride into the Grand Canyon is a 7 hour round trip. It includes several photo stops and a bathroom and lunch break (box lunch provided). The Mule Ride Day Trip is limited to 10 people. If your group is larger than 10, consider a hike down Bright Angel Trail into the Canyon (requires very good health). Please review health restrictions for Mule Ride.
- $148.35 per person (group rate for 10 people); includes box lunch
- (888) 297-2757
How to Book — The Mule Ride Day Trip is limited to 10 people. If your group is larger than 10, consider a hike down Bright Angel Trail into the Canyon (requires very good health). Please review health restrictions for Mule Ride.
7:00PM Dinner at Maswik Lodge
at Maswik Cafeteria
Maswik Lodge, South RimGrand Canyon, AZGet a Map
A quick dinner of hamburgers, sandwiches, or burritos leaves plenty of time for a couples' challenge at the pool tables over a few cold beers.
- Cheap
- (888) 297-2757
Day 4
8:00AM Breakfast at Yavapai Lodge
at Canyon Cafe
Yavapai Lodge, South RimGrand Canyon, AZGet a Map
Open 6:00am-10:00pm. Start your day with breakfast at the Canyon Café.
- Cheap
- (888) 297-2757
9:00AM Travel to the Ruins of an Ancient H...
at Tusayan Museum
Tusayan Village, Grand Canyon National ParkGrand Canyon, AZGet a Map
Explore an 800 year old Hopi ruin and learn about the life of the ancient Pueblo in the Grand Canyon. Open 9:00am-5:00pm. This Village is 22 miles from the Grand Canyon Village Center so make sure transportation is pre-arranged! Cassi Tours (a park permittee) operates a shuttle service between Tusayan and the South Rim. Call (928) 638-0821 for more information or visit http://www.grand.canyon.national-park.com/shuttle.htm
- Free
- (928) 638-7888
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