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Hike along towering canyons, wade through the Virgin River and enjoy the breathtaking, panoramic views.

the Bright Angel and South Kaibab Trails, into the iconic Zion National Park and through one of the most photographed places in the world, The Narrows.

Our adventure begins by cruising along Route 66 to Grand Canon Village along with a hike of the South Rim of the Grand Cannon.

We hike the South Kaibab Trail to Ooh-Aah Point, Cedar Point, and finally Skeleton Point, which offer some of the most panoramic views of the.

We wade through the Virgin River in The Narrows, which plays host to sandstone gorges of rich, vibrant colour It s hard not to feel at one with nature as the magnificent waterfalls carve their way

1 Hike along towering canyons, wade through the Virgin River and enjoy the breathtaking, panoramic views. Explore remote trails, pretty creeks and camp under the stars before living it up on our final two nights in actionchallenge in the USA This hike takes us on a journey through picturesque portions of the Bright Angel and South Kaibab Trails, into the iconic Zion National Park and through one of the most photographed places in the world, The Narrows. Our fabulous five day trek in the ends with a free day in Las Vegas to explore the sleepless city. This once in a lifetime experience will ensure we return home feeling refreshed and invigorated. Our adventure begins by cruising along Route 66 to Grand Canon Village along with a hike of the South Rim of the Grand Cannon. The next day we descend the steep canyon walls on the Bright Angel Trail, known for it s scenic beauty, and stop at Indian Garden for lunch overlooking the magnificent Colorado River. We hike the South Kaibab Trail to Ooh-Aah Point, Cedar Point, and finally Skeleton Point, which offer some of the most panoramic views of the. We trek through the beautiful Zion National Park, reaching the aptly named Observation Point to enjoy the parks unique landscape. We wade through the Virgin River in The Narrows, which plays host to sandstone gorges of rich, vibrant colour It s hard not to feel at one with nature as the magnificent waterfalls carve their way through the landscape and we camp under the stars. From the tranquillity of the we return to Las Vegas for a night of fun, celebrating the amazing hiking adventure we ve shared. at a glance Activity: Trekking Location: Arizona, USA Duration: 9 days / 5 days trekking Difficulty: Moderate Distance: 66 km Group size: trip highlights Panoramic views of the - from all angles Trek along some of the top trails in the world Lunch views over the Colorado River Stay in the iconic Zion National Park Hike the Narrows and wade through the Virgin River Explore the hustle and bustle of Las Vegas for 2 nights! Action Challenge have been leading inspirational team adventures across the world for individuals, private groups, charities and corporate clients since Our trips enable people to experience the world s most exhilarating locations, often in aid of charity. At the heart of every challenge is team spirit and fulfilment; together we take on once-in-a-lifetime adventures, achieve formidable goals and forge friendships for life.

introduction This fully-inclusive adventure to the will begin as soon as you register!

If you are raising money for a charity, we will sort out all the formalities so you can concentrate on your own preparation and fundraising.

On the day of departure you will meet your group and Action Challenge leader at the airport in London.

2 introduction This fully-inclusive adventure to the will begin as soon as you register! You will receive a challenge pack including a training guide, kit list and discounts for all the essentials you may need. If you are raising money for a charity, we will sort out all the formalities so you can concentrate on your own preparation and fundraising. We offer training weekends in the UK, where you can meet our trek leaders, members of your group and others taking part in challenges around the world. On the day of departure you will meet your group and Action Challenge leader at the airport in London. Whether you re joining the challenge on your own or with others, you will instantly be made to feel welcome. As a team we will board our flight to Las Vegas, ready to take on the and the hike of a lifetime! Please visit our website for more details All inclusive trip cost from 2,425 Initial 399 deposit to sign up Three payment options available brief itinerary Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5 Depart London Village The Bright Angel Trail South Kaibab Trail Zion National Park Day 6 Day 7 Day 8 Day 9 The Narrows Free day in Las Vegas Depart Las Vegas Arrive in London what s included International flights from London (fuel surcharge not included) Action Challenge trek leader Full support team, including local guides UK medic All accommodation All meals, except in free time Airline taxes Treated drinking water All transfers in local vehicles National Park entrance fees Celebration dinner in Las Vegas Discounted training weekends in the Peak District, Snowdonia & Brecon Beacons Fitness and training guide Discounts from UK retailers Reduced rates at Nomad Travel Clinics and Masta Health Although the daily distances may not seem that long, we will be walking in the desert heat, up and down waterfalls and along narrow trails, so the challenge will be moderate and a decent level of aerobic fitness will be required. April, September and October are ideal months to take on this challenge, outside of the very hot summer period. Due to the desert climate, the days will be hot, with an average temperature of 25 C, but at night temperatures can drop to a much cooler 5 to 10 C.

3 itinerary DAY 1 - Depart London We depart London on our flight to Las Vegas. On arrival, we are met by our local team and transfer 30 minutes to our Bolder City hotel to enjoy a welcome dinner together. Meals: D Accom: Hotel DAY 2 - Village This morning we transfer 4½ hours along Route 66 all the way to Village on the South Rim of the. We will be staying close to the village. After lunch we have an orientation meeting, where we will be briefed on the challenge ahead and ensure that everyone is completely prepared. We start with a trek approximately 10km out along the south rim trail that without a doubt gives some of the most spectacular views of the Canyon. It s an incredible place to be and on a clear day, as the sun starts to set and the beautiful colours of the canyon are lit up, there are few other more astonishing views in the US! Meals: B,L,D Accom: Lodge / Camping Distance: 10 km DAY 3 - The Bright Angel Trail The Bright Angel Trail that descends all the way into the canyon, is often grouped amongst the top trails of the world. It is a tough days walk as it starts at 2093m and is a virtually constant day descent to 756m. As we descend, the temperatures become increasingly hotter and of the 4 official stops along the way, three have much needed water refill points. By the time we have descended to Indian Garden the trail has started to flatten out. We have lunch here with views over the Colorado River before our return to our Lodge. The canyon is the home to the Havasupai, although today they have a more comfortable existence further to the west. Meals: B,L,D Accom: Lodge / Campning Distance: 16 km DAY 4 - South Kaibab Trail This is yet another of the world famous treks of the. We make our way to the trailhead of The South Kaibab Trail for a really tough but stunning trek that should push everyone hard. We descend the trail past the aptly named Ooh-Aah Point, then Cedar Point and stop at Skeleton Point. Both these trails offer completely different views of the Grand Canyon and are amazing in their own right. On our return to the trailhead our transfer vehicle will be waiting to take us to Zion National Park. Today we end our journey in Springdale in our comfortable accommodation. Meals: B,L,D Accom: Lodge / Camping Distance: 10 km Breakfasts each morning will be in camp. Lunches will be en route and evening meals will be freshly prepared in camp in time for your arrival. In Las Vegas all meals will be at the hotel or a local restaurant, except in free time. All meals are full of carbohydrates, protein and nutrients to keep us well fuelled for our hikes. We can cater for all dietary requirements if informed in advance. Three nights in a hotel Four nights camping / lodge (dependent on availability) All accommodation is on a twin/triple-share, single-sex basis and we will pair you with someone of a similar age, where possible. If you wish to share a room with someone you are travelling with, please specify this on your registration form. If you decide that you would like to have your own room on the challenge, we can accommodate this in the majority of places. Please us for more information Travel Insurance - approximately 60 Visa Waiver Program - 20 Vaccinations Tips for local staff - 50 recommended Airline s fuel surcharge

Another good tough trek and once there we have our lunch amongst the magnificent and unique scenery of the park.

4 DAY 5 - Zion National Park Zion National Park has some of the most iconic images in the US and is on most people s must visit list. Our trail is to the best viewing point in Zion NP which is aptly named Observation Point! Another good tough trek and once there we have our lunch amongst the magnificent and unique scenery of the park. We return to our lodging tonight in the small town of Springdale in the centre of Zion National Park. Meals: B,L,D Accom: Lodge / Camping Distance: 15 km DAY 6 - The Narrows For the last day of our amazing challenge we trek to and through the main attraction in Zion National Park. The Narrows are the beautiful deep and narrow gorges of sandstone whose rich yellow, orange and red colours appear on so many famous photographs. The trail through some of the sections of Zion Canyon involves wading in the Virgin River. When we finally come to our trailhead we make the transfer back to our Vegas hotel and tonight we will mark our achievements with a Vegas-style celebratory dinner! Tonight Vegas is ours to explore and enjoy. A kit list will be sent to you on receipt of registration. Many everyday items can be used on this challenge, and we offer a kit hire service to keep costs down. If you are planning on travelling to the USA before the challenge or wish to organise your own flights, we do offer a land only option, with a significant discount off the trip price. You will be required to meet your group at the hotel on day two of the itinerary. Please us for more information Meals: B,L,D Accom: Hotel Distance: 15 km DAY 7 - Free day in Las Vegas Today we have free time to enjoy the sights and sounds of Meals: B Accom: Hotel DAY 8 - Depart Las Vegas We transfer to McCarran International Airport for our return flight home. DAY 9 - Arrive in London We arrive back into London and bid farewell to our newfound friends. We run a number of training weekends throughout the year in the Peak District, Brecon Beacons and Snowdonia (including accomodation and meals). We also organise training days in London and the North and South downs. On both, you will get the chance to meet our mountain leaders and test out your kit and fitness! Alcoholic drinks Drinks and food outside of meals Personal kit / equipment Airline s fuel surcharge

payment options A REGISTRATION DEPOSIT of 399 is required to secure your place. Once registered, there are 3 PAYMENT OPTIONS to fund the balance of the trip cost. Full details are on our website.

ATOL is a scheme that protects you from losing money or being stranded abroad if your travel company collapses. Action Challenge is 100% ATOL bonded, which provides you with full financial protection.

The total all inclusive cost of this trip is 2,425 for 2018, which, after you pay the 399 Registration Deposit, leaves a balance of 2,026.

5 payment options A REGISTRATION DEPOSIT of 399 is required to secure your place. Once registered, there are 3 PAYMENT OPTIONS to fund the balance of the trip cost. Full details are on our website. 1) SELF FUNDED For anyone who wants to pay for the entire trip themselves. It s then completely up to you whether or not you choose to raise any money for a charity of your choice. ATOL is a scheme that protects you from losing money or being stranded abroad if your travel company collapses. Action Challenge is 100% ATOL bonded, which provides you with full financial protection. On receipt of your registration fee, you will receive an ATOL certificate explaining your protection. The total all inclusive cost of this trip is 2,425 for 2018, which, after you pay the 399 Registration Deposit, leaves a balance of 2,026. This final balance is due for payment 10 weeks before your departure along with any fuel surcharges levied by the airline. 2) SPONSORSHIP FUNDED This is for anyone who wants to take on this challenge and will link it with fundraising a significant sum of money for a charity of their choice. You would have to raise at least 4,100 for Sep 2018 via sponsorship and donations from friends, family and colleagues, and be confident at the outset that you can achieve this total. Pay the Registration Deposit and nominate a charity to fundraise for. All fundraising goes directly to your charity and providing that you raise at least 4,100 for Sep 2018, your charity will pay for the balance of your trip costs to Action Challenge. That balance, paid by your charity, is 2,026 (the same as if you were you were Self Funded ) - the charity will retain at least 2,074 to help fund their work. You will have to pay any airline fuel surcharges 10 weeks prior to departure. 3) MIXED FUNDED A mix of the 2 options above! You pay about half the trip cost yourself, and also fundraise for your charity. They pay the remaining balance of your trip costs. Ideal for anyone who wants to take on the challenge and also fundraise for a charity, BUT is happy to pay a reasonable proportion of the trip cost themselves, which with your registration deposit, is set at a level that covers at least the costs of flights & accommodation; perfect for those who feel more at ease asking for sponsorship in respect to the challenge component of their trip. Pay the Registration Deposit and nominate a charity to fundraise for. All fundraising goes directly to your charity and providing that you raise at least 2,450 for Sep 2018, your charity will pay a portion of your trip cost to Action Challenge. That balance, paid by your charity, is 1,216. At the same time, you will be required to pay the remaining balance yourself, which will be a figure of 810. (These two amounts add up to the same as the Self Funded final balance) - the charity will retain at least 1,234 to help fund their work. You will have to pay any airline fuel surcharges 10 weeks prior to departure. To book on to this challenge, please visit our website; for a full list of prices and all available dates. If you are a charity, business, school or private group with a minimum of 10 people and fancy your own bespoke trip, please get in touch with our Action Challenge UK Ltd Unit 1, Gunnery Terrace London SE18 SW7 United Kingdom

trek Grand Canyon at a glance trip highlights

trek Grand Canyon at a glance trip highlights actionchallenge in the This exciting hike takes us on a journey from the sleepless city of Las Vegas into the tranquil National Parks where we explore towering canyons, dive under cascading waterfalls