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What to expect from a narrows tour
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Exploring the Narrows from the bottom up is the best way to immerse yourself in Zion Canyon. Zion Adventures offers guided tours along the beginning two and a half miles of the Narrows up to Wall Street. This is the turn around point for commercially guided tours. For those seeking to venture beyond this point, you'll be better served from choosing one of our rental packages which includes a detailed Narrows orientation to help you explore this incredible space on your own.
Narrows Tours focus on:
Our Narrows tour is a round trip of five miles, but often feels closer to seven miles after numerous river crossings over rugged terrain. There's no obligation to venture the entire five miles and guides are adaptable to your group's needs. This tour is ideal for:
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Please Note: * Tours do not include Zion National Park Entry Fee. If you already have a park pass, please bring it, otherwise you will need to pay the entry fee. * Tours are not permitted to go beyond the wilderness boundary of Zion National Park. For those looking to travel further in the Narrows, please check out our rentals which include a detailed Narrows orientation to help you explore independently Pricing
Guided Tour Terms Full payment is due at time of booking. Cancellations more than 14 days in advance will receive a 95% refund. Cancellations within 14 days of tour date are non-refundable. Weather conditions do not permit clients to cancel trips. If your Zion Adventures® guide determines conditions make the event unsafe, we will reschedule or make every effort to provide a comparable experience; if not possible, all purchases will be refunded in full. What to Bring
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These guys are a Five Star company. We did their guided Narrows Tour and found them to be perfect in the high quality of their gear, good prices, and knowledgeable guides..."
TripAdvisor
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My wife and I decided to hire a guide for the Narrows. It made for a wonderful orientation not only for the Narrows, but also other featured hikes at Zion we were planning (including Angel's Landing/West Rim Trail and the Subway Bottom Up.) Our guide was an absolute delight -- giving us expert advice on all of these adventures.
TripAdvisor / October 2016
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Guided Narrows FAQWhat is the Guided Narrows Hike?
The Guided Narrows Hike is a full-day interpretive hike through the beginning section of The Narrows in Zion National Park, led by knowledgeable local guides. It covers approximately five miles round trip through the Virgin River (stopping at the beginning of Wall Street) with multiple river crossings and rugged terrain. Guides provide insights into the canyon’s geology, natural history, and local ecology.
How long does the tour last?
Tours typically start early in the morning (around 7:00–7:30 am) and conclude between 2:00 pm and 3:30 pm, depending on conditions and pace. Total hiking time is generally 6–8 hours.
Where do we meet, and what is the starting point?
Participants meet at Zion Adventures, 36 Lion Blvd., Springdale, UT (Shuttle Stop 3).
From there, the group enters Zion National Park and begins hiking through the Narrows after taking the shuttle to the Temple of Sinawava area. What gear is included?
Zion Adventures outfits participants with the essential equipment based on water and weather conditions:
Do I need to bring anything?
Yes. Guided tours do not include the Zion National Park entry fee, which you must bring as a pass or receipt.
Additionally you should bring:
How difficult is the hike?
Hiking The Narrows involves walking directly in the Virgin River over uneven, slippery rocks. Although the tour stays within a manageable portion of the canyon, participants should have moderate fitness and balance. The water depth varies throughout the year, and conditions can be more strenuous than a typical trail hike.
What should I wear?
Wear quick-dry, moisture-wicking layers and avoid cotton. Clothing that can get wet is expected—especially for excursions into colder water. Layering is essential in shoulder seasons and winter. Proper footwear is provided, but socks, base layers, and a comfortable backpack make the experience more enjoyable.
Can children participate?
Guided tours are suitable for families, but guardian judgment on age and ability is recommended. The hike includes walking through river water, which can be challenging for young children. Please contact Zion Adventures for specific age-range recommendations.
Can I hike further than the guided tour goes?
Due to regulations by Zion National Park, all commercially guided tours turn around after 2.5 miles (at the beginning of Wall Street).
For hikers wishing to go deeper into The Narrows beyond the guided section, rental gear and orientation options are available to help you explore independently. |
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