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Half Day Rincon Mountain Small Group Hiking Tour

  • 3 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • Guided in English
  • Private tour

Highlights

Explore the beauty of Tucson’s Sonoran Desert on a guided half-day hike through the Rincon Mountains, perfect for small groups of up to three guests. Led by knowledgeable guides, you’ll venture into Saguaro National Park East, where scenic trails wind through towering cacti, desert washes, and wide-open landscapes. Designed for beginner to moderate hikers, this experience features well-maintained trails with gentle elevation changes, making it a great introduction to desert hiking while still offering a sense of adventure. Along the way, take in sweeping views of the Rincon range, spot local wildlife, and learn about the unique plants and ecosystems of the Southwest from your expert guide. With a personalized small-group setting and flexible pace, this half-day adventure is ideal for travelers looking to experience Arizona’s iconic desert landscapes in an engaging and accessible way.

Inclusions

What's included

  • Water & Trail Snacks

What's not

  • Saguaro National Park Fees not included!

Itinerary

  1. The Rincon Mountains fall within the boundaries of the Saguaro National Park East and the Coronado National Forest, and are a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts, offering a plethora of opportunities for hiking, camping, and adventure. The range boasts an extensive network of trails that cater to all levels of hikers, from leisurely nature walks to challenging mountain ascents.

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Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Know before you go

Meeting point
If you would prefer to meet instead of have me pick you up, please give me a call before meeting so I can figure out which location is best for us to meet with you! 907-903-3981
Pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operated by
ESC Outside
  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

How it compares in Tucson

  • Its from-price is 395% above the median of the 98 experiences we list in Tucson.
  • It is longer than most of them.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Tucson

Tucson is a Sonoran Desert city in southern Arizona, ringed by mountains and saguaro cactus forests, with Spanish missions and a distinctive food culture.

Tucson lies in a desert valley in southern Arizona, surrounded by the Santa Catalina, Rincon, Tucson and Santa Rita mountains and by forests of tall saguaro cactus. The historic downtown has adobe barrios, Mexican-influenced architecture and the University of Arizona. Mission San Xavier del Bac, a white 18th-century Spanish church on the southern edge of the city, is known as the White Dove of the Desert.

Top-ranked sights in Tucson: Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, Old Town Artisans.

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