Four Season Guides Reviews 162

We are two sisters in our 70s who wanted to do some hiking in the Grand Canyon to honor our parents who honeymooned there. I was the less experienced hiker and wanted my sister to be able to enjoy the hike without worrying about me. So, I hired Four Seasons Guides for a day hike in February.
We had a wonderful experience, and I can’t recommend them highly enough.

Our guide, Steve, was charming, knowledgeable, very experienced, and took very good care of us. We had our own packs and poles, but he had some on hand just in case. Breakfast fruit and muffins were provided as well as a hot lunch set up as a picnic and snacks for the trail.

My sister was anxious to get on with the hike, and I was always stopping to look at the view or ask Steve some random question about canyon geology or history (which he always knew the answer to). Somehow, due to his expertise and great people skills, we both came away thinking we each had the perfect day.

Steve took away all the worry about the weather, route, wildlife (there were elk on the trail and several donkey trains passed us) and made the hike much more fun and interesting. Also, other experienced local hikers that we met on the trail let us know that Four Seasons Guides were the best and we were in good hands. If you want a fun, worry free day I highly recommend them.

Date of experience: February 13, 2025

I have now done the Bright Angel Trail/ Main Corridor, the Tonto/Hermit Creek Treks in the Grand Canyon (soon the Kanab Creek one, too,) and Escalante/Boulder Mail Trail Treks with Four Season Guides (Matt and Bob.) Each time, it was with a group of four or five friends/family. Each time, the guide was magnificent and the routes well thought out and full of special gems that have been carefully curated for a high-win set of experiences back to back, with much attention and care from the guide to ensuring everyone got through safely, informed, and full of wonder. There is so much left to explore and so many customizable trips yet to be concocted with them. I'm hooked.

Date of experience: May 11, 2021

My guide from Four seasons was great, she was very professional and knowledgeable. Some of the people on my trip did not train. This made the triop less enjoyable for everyone. I would book another trip with Four seasons.
Thanks Robert

Date of experience: March 02, 2021

Four Season Guides was absolutely spectacular!!
I went on a 4 day hike trip with my 12 year old son. Our guide was through, motivating and mindful!
The communicated everything so well from what we needed prior and during the trip.
I highly recommend them!

Date of experience: January 13, 2021

I cannot say enough good things about the professionalism and efficiency of Four Season Guides. The owner (Dave Logan) and our guide (Jeremy) made the entire experience easy and fun.

Our group of 3 friends took their 5-day Clear Creek trip into the Grand Canyon. It was easily planned and paid for with Dave. The actual trip was well-managed by Jeremy.

Their equipment was top notch. The food prepared by Jeremy was hot, plentiful and tasty. The pricing was very fair for the level of service we received.

Highly recommend.

Date of experience: December 16, 2020

This was our second experience with Four Season Guides and once again, a FANTASTIC trip. This time we hiked the Grand Canyon via Bright Angel Trail/Hermit Loop Trail. We planned the trip with David Logan and hiked with Jeremy Williams. The knowledge and experience of these guides truly set us up to maximize our adventure. Great logistics, hiking pace and phenomenal campsites were icing on the cake. This was my first cold weather backpack, but the gear provided kept us quite comfortable. We are already thinking about our next outing with Four Season Guides.

Date of experience: December 15, 2020

Awesome trip! Guide was great and food was amazing!!

Date of experience: December 09, 2020

The Winter Rim-to-Rim, which is actually Rim-to-Rim-to-Rim because you come back to the South rim (but go up a different route) far exceeded our expectations! The views were of course spectacular, but there was a lot more color and variance of scenery than I expected, while down in the canyon. The descent and ascents on the South and North rims were all unique with different views along the way. We trained really hard for distance and uphill and downhill and were well prepared. The only part that tested us was the first day with full packs, going down the large steps on the South rim descent. If I did this again I would find a way to train specifically for that, or take more time and use my walking poles more to preserve my legs longer. This is your first day and your pack is its heaviest. It could set you up well for the rest of the trek, or set you up for failure, so be strategic. The temps at night were cold, but our sleeping bags and tent from Four Seasons worked great. The temps during the day were cool and perfect for backpacking. Most campsites had nice restrooms and water sources, some already drinkable. We were not expecting this but it was a pleasant surprise. Our guide was very knowledgeable and every meal he made was tasty and creative. He had over 22 years guiding in multiple national parks and was very prepared. We were in good hands. Everybody was in good shape so we were able to push the pace, take short breaks, and finish with time to relax at camp. So be ready to go hard, because it pays off later in the day. Afterwards we spent a few days in Sedona to recover, where we avoided stairs like the plague. I highly recommend this trip, and highly recommend Four Seasons Guides. It was an experience we are still high from!

Date of experience: December 08, 2020

Our trip with Four Seasons Guides was perfect! Our guide was so patient with our varying levels of fitness during the hardest parts of the hikes. His knowledge of the area and history really added to the experience. Everything from meals to accommodations was great. I wouldn’t change a thing! Thank you!

Date of experience: November 25, 2020

We did it! Our group of 5 older adults was filled with trepidation as we approached our South Rim hotel. Sure, we’d hiked, trained, acquired appropriate new equipment, studied, watched the YouTube videos, evaluated the weather reports. All of it.

But we still had to do it.

The staff at 4 Seasons Guides prepared us completely with their website information, communication prior to the event and assignment of our guide Matt who finished our preparation with his pre-hike, night before meeting.

We were blessed with unseasonably calm and warm weather for November 18. Matt was a Grand Canyon scholar. From details on geology to knowledge of history of the area to decades long awareness of local events/people we felt like we’d been in the Canyon for years.

We felt prepared. Matt supplied us with diet appropriate trail snacks. We carried necessary fluids. The 7 mile hike down South Kaibab Trail was lots of effort but not punishing. Our gear sent down to Bright Angel campground awaited us in good fashion. Matt got straight to work setting up our camp & preparing dinner. It was Mexican food night and it was great. We prepped ourselves for a deserved rest & rejuvenation. Skies were clear and stars were distinct.

Upon awakening to our full day in the canyon matt gave us choices. How much did the group want to sit around and lick our wounds? We had made it down. Why not explore? We decided to go for it. A day hike of 7 miles up to Ribbon Falls and back. Ooof, 14 miles!? As we strolled through the Phantom Ranch center we got to assist the wranglers feeding the miles preparing to haul visitors to the top. Another cloudless day in high 70s and a refreshing dowse of high desert stream water. Matt was sure to share with us the Native American lore relating to the region. It brought all the feels for us. Our return to camp ended in another damn good home cooked meal: pasta.

The night was again clear but colder. We took Matt’s advice and walked to the middle of The Silver Bridge to view the unadulterated night sky. The sound of the mighty Colorado River below us and the image of moonshine on the canyon walls created lasting memories. All that hiking helped us all sleep hard.

We arose a couple hours earlier so we could begin our uphill trek. Matt prepared the campsite breakfast and consolidated our sleeping quarters to once again load onto the pack mules. Once again we were treated to an in depth perspective on the geology and human history of the specific trail: The Bright Angel Trail. From the River Through the Devils Corkscrew, Indian Gardens and finally over the Green Triangle. An inspiring activity we are all proud to have accomplished.

We had another night in the South Rim which was a great decision. Relaxing in our rooms, strolling out along the Rim & enjoying a final meal at El Tovar helped us process the enormity of our undertaking.

This formula worked well for us. We are all in above average physical condition so we could tolerate the hiking aspects. As a first time visitor understanding the effort required helps me realize it can’t be a one and done. I will embrace the planning to return to the Canyon. The trip is invigorating & rewarding.

Just Do It.

Date of experience: November 25, 2020

I can’t say enough about Four Season Guides and their mission to deliver great customer service and wonderful customer experience. This was the first trip for my friends and I using a guide and it was wonderful. We had everything organized for us. We had no worries about finding trailheads, finding parking, accommodations, food, rules for using the trails and hiking equipment. It was all taken care of by our guide from Four Seasons. Bob was a wealth of information, funny and attuned to our capabilities on the trail. We (4 women) felt very safe with Bob. I would highly recommend Four Season Guides!! We will be using their services again!

Date of experience: November 24, 2020

Our 4 person group did the Clear Creek 5 day, 4 night backpacking trip in November. The trip was amazing! Our guide (Bob C.) was just great, worked hard for us, and is extremely well organized. The food was WAY above our expectations for a backpacking trip. The gear that was provided was all high quality and worked great for us. The overall experience was wonderful. We give our highest recommendation to FS Guides.

Date of experience: November 16, 2020

Great company, great trips, reasonable well understood costs, and great guides. Look forward to my next trip!

Date of experience: November 06, 2020

We completed our first backpacking adventure in October 2020. Wow, what an incredible experience - unforgettable. Four Seasons provides excellent snacks and foods that provided the energy needed to take on the Canyon. Our guide knew every nook and cranny of the Canyon; he told stories and pointed out trails and sites most people would never learn about. Be sure to check the weather, be prepared, and do not bring anything extra, as you will be carrying about 35-40 pounds down 14 miles and up 10 miles!

Date of experience: November 05, 2020

Just got back from an amazing Grand Canyon backpacking trip with Four Season‘s guides. Definitely recommend them!! From the first phone call, Dave the owner was friendly and professional. Our guide Jeremy was awesome and made our trip very enjoyable. Four seasons provided all of our gear (which was in excellent shape.) Jeremy did an awesome job of getting us thru the canyon and cooking all the meals (the meals were delicious)!! Jeremy is very informative about the Canyon and knows where all the spectacular views are. I’m not going to lie, Hermits loop is tough but definitely rewarding. I’ll be planning my next backpacking trip with Four Seasons Guides!!

Date of experience: November 05, 2020

10 out of 10 highly recommend Four Seasons for your guided travel experience. Our guide Karne was incredible, Informative and overall an amazing person. Will
Book again! Thank you Dave!

Date of experience: November 04, 2020

Thank you Four Season Guides for a fabulous trip. Everything was well planned from the pre-hike communications, the excellent guide to the nourishing food. We definitely would choose you again for future adventures in the Southwest.

Date of experience: November 04, 2020

Our trip with Four Season Guides was excellent and mule-supported option we chose is a great option for those who want or don't mind a camping experience, but also do not want to carry all the extra weight of the camping gear.

Karne, our guide, was super knowledgeable, enthusiastic, supportive and accommodating to the needs of our group of 5 hikers. The equipment provided was top notch as were the meals! Highly recommended!

Date of experience: November 02, 2020

PROFESSIONALISM

This the reason that I chose Four Seasons for the second time for a second Grand Canyon RIM to RIM three night backpacking trip.

Four Seasons Guides is truly professional from the booking process, to the trials of a COVID-19 to your journey to and from the trailhead. Their guides provided experienced leadership and responsibility, while the equipment that they provide is top notch. All details are carefully planned, from the meals prepared to the snacks provided to be eaten on the trail. Keep up the great work and I hope to see you a third time.

Date of experience: November 01, 2020

Absolutely an Outstanding Company, Bob took Amazing care of us, great food, so compassionate and he makes sure you have the best experience, R2R was the best experience.

Thank you for everything the best Guided Service for sure.

Date of experience: October 31, 2020