Iconic Tom's Thumb Guided Hike in Scottsdale
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
A guided half-day hike to Tom's Thumb offers an immersive experience in the stunning Sonoran Desert. Navigate along scenic switchbacks with a knowledgeable guide who shares insights on local wildlife and desert ecology. The hike rewards you with breathtaking panoramic views of Scottsdale and the surrounding mountains. All necessary permits, snacks, and water are included—just bring your sense of adventure for this unforgettable journey.
Inclusions
What's included
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Professional safety-certified guide (1:8 guide to guest ratio)
What's not
- Guide gratuities are optional, but appreciated.
- Shoes – Close-toed athletic shoes (sneakers)
- Sunglasses, sunscreen, camera, lip balm, medications, hat, etc.
- Clothing – Comfortable, weather appropriate athletic clothing – shorts and a t-shirt, long sleeves
Itinerary
Venture into the lush desert and mountains surrounding Scottsdale and Phoenix, Arizona, on a half-day guided hiking tour with. Learn all about the unique flora, fauna, geology, and history from knowledgeable, professional guides. Each hiking tour is about 2 hours in duration. Tours can be made private for an additional fee otherwise you will be grouped with like-minded adventurers during your guided hike.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Look for your guide wearing a Cliff Creek Outfitters shirt. They are typically near the main venue entrance.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 12 travellers
- Operated by
- Cliff Creek Outfitters
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- We require solo-travelers to pay the minimum of the 2-person price. If you are a solo traveler and would like to be added on to a pre-formed group for this tour, please mention this upon booking.
How it compares in Scottsdale
- Its from-price is 43% below the median of the 170 experiences we list in Scottsdale.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 110 of 170.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Scottsdale
Scottsdale is a desert city next to Phoenix, in Arizona's Sonoran Desert, with a Western-style old town, art galleries, resorts and mountain trails.
Scottsdale lies east of Phoenix in Arizona, among the saguaro cacti and rocky hills of the Sonoran Desert. Old Town is a district of Western-themed shops, galleries and restaurants, and the city calls itself the West's Most Western Town. Taliesin West, Frank Lloyd Wright's winter home and desert school, is part of a World Heritage listing for his work.
Top-ranked sights in Scottsdale: Old Town Scottsdale, Pinnacle Peak Park.
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