Havasu Falls

Havasu Falls

Havasu Falls is a special place and there can be no question that Havasu Canyon is one of the most amazing destinations on earth. "Havasupai" means "people of the blue-green water," and it is their sacred home we will be visiting on our journey. This adventure begins at Hualapai Hilltop, following a 10 mile trail through beautiful red rock canyons to our awe-inspiring camp below Havasu Falls. En route to our destination we will pass through towering cliffs, by ancient pictographs, and across pristine streams to Supai Village - the only place in the Grand Canyon still inhabited by native people. From here, we access world-renowned Navajo, Havasu, Mooney and Beaver Falls. These spectacular turquoise waterfalls are heralded by pristine travertine pools, making some of the world's best swimming holes and most spectacular hikes.

Come with us on this journey and experience why this desert utopia attracts people from around the globe.

Havasu Falls offers a variety of year-round adventure for all types of people. Families, experienced hikers, corporate groups, and students can all find a trip that's right for them. The weather from March through November is best, but winter trips offer the most solitude. Hiking (with mules to carry your gear), and camping at beautiful Havasu Falls Campground is our most popular option. Hydros also offers transport by mule or helicopter for an additional fee. And if camping under the stars is not your cup of tea, the Havasupai Lodge is a quick two mile hike from the Falls. Want to see Sedona, the South Rim, go whitewater rafting or tour other Southwest destinations? Try our Adventure Packages or Southwest Tours.

Havasu Falls With Hydros Adventures!

Three Day Trip Outline:

Day One:
Early wake-up call for Havasu Falls trailhead, and the start of your hike. Hike through beautiful Havasu Canyon and the Havasupai Village, on the way to our base camp below the Falls.

Day Two:
Explore Mooney Falls, and Beaver Falls (time permitting) or just relax at beautiful Havasu Falls right above our campsite.

Day Three:
Early start for our trek back through Havasu Canyon to the Havasu Falls trailhead.

Scroll on down for more information on your Havasu Falls Adventure

Trip FAQs

What are the specifications of the trip?

Number of Days: 2-5

Distance: 20mi/32km (not including day hikes)

Elevation Change: 2200ft/640m

Trip Dates: Year-round

Difficulty (1 easy-10 extreme): 6 (If Hiking)

What qualifications will my guide have?

All guides have a vast knowledge of all aspects of the Grand Canyon, Medical Training, and a passion for what they do.

Are there any age or physical fitness requirements?

Age and physical fitness depends on both the trip, and the individual going on the trip. Even within a specific destination, trip length, time of year, weather, and means of transportation have a large impact. We have many different options, and can find an adventure that's safe and enjoyable for you and your group.

What facilities will be available?

Camping- Campsite, Pit Toilets, Drinking Water

*Campsites are right below Havasu Falls

Accomodations- Restaurant, Store, Post Office

Lodging-Hotel Room at Supai Lodge

*Lodging is in Supai Village, 2 miles by foot or mule from Havasu Falls

Mules-Mules are available for an extra fee of $75 one way/per person

*Mules are available to both Supai village and the Campground

Helicopter- Flights are available to Supai Village for an extra fee of $85 each way/per person

*Supai Village is 2 miles by foot or mule from Havasu Falls

*In the rare event helicopters are unable to fly during your trip due to weather or other circumstances, visitors should be willing and able to hike out. Clients who need to stay an extra night or nights due to flight cancelation will be charged $195 per person/ per night if they are unwilling or unable to hike out until a flight is available.

Helicopter availability date ranges:

Oct 15 through Mar 14 - Friday & Sunday ONLY

Mar 15 through Oct 14 - Thursday, Friday, Sunday, and Monday ONLY

When is the best time of year to book a trip?

Havasu Falls is our most popular trip, and a great destination all year round.

How soon should I book my trip?

Although trips can be booked at any time from two days to two years in advance, at least five months' notice is advised due to limited permit availability.

Are there any limits on group size?

There are no group size limits for Havasu Falls

What should I bring?

Click on our checklist to see what you need to bring.

Pricing(per person)?

Camping Option:

Regular Price

3 Days- $885 4 Days- $1080 Each Additional Day- $195

Todays Special Rate

3 Days- $785 4 Days- $980 Each Additional Day- $195

Lodging Option: 2 Days- $880 3 Days- $1075 4 Days- $1375

Horse Ride-In: $90 one-way

Helicopter Fly-In/Out: $85 one-way

Helicopter availability date ranges:

Oct 15 through Mar 14 - Friday & Sunday ONLY

Mar 15 through Oct 14 - Thursday, Friday, Sunday, and Monday ONLY

What is included in the total trip cost?

-Knowledgeable, medically trained guide

-Mule support to carry all your gear

-Gourmet Meals (prepared by your guide)

-All Necessary Gear (packs, sleeping bags & pads, tents, advanced first aid kit, camp chairs)

-All permits and fees

-An unforgettable experience

-Transportation from Flagstaff, Williams, or Seligman

Booking/Cancellation Policies

-50% of the total trip cost is due upon booking.

-The entire cost of the trip is due 45 days before the trip start date.

-Deposits are non refundable. Full credit will be available for one year from the date of the cancelled trip.

-Custom/private trips are available upon request.

-6% AZ sales tax will be added to the trip prices

-Gratuity for your guides is not included, but is greatly appreciated.

-Travel insurance is recommended in case of emergency or unforeseen circumstances

*While no revisions of itinerary are anticipated, Hydros Adventures LLC reserves the right to cancel or change any tour schedules or prices, to substitute stops or attractions, and to substitute or lease equipment as necessary. We also reserve the right to require a minimum number of passengers to operate any tour. Hydros Adventures LLC is not liable for any closures due to weather, NPS and tribal regulations, or otherwise. For certain attractions, activities, lodging, and transportation options included in their tours Hydros Adventures LLC acts as an agent and shall not be held liable nor responsible for any inconvenience, loss, injury nor damage which results from the acts or omissions of any company or person operating such attractions, activities, lodging, and transportation but will make reasonable accommodations for their clients.

More Information On Havasu Falls

The enchanting turquoise color of the water and breathtaking landscapes of Havasu Falls attracts thousands of visitors each year to the Havasupai Indian Reservation in the western Grand Canyon. These waterfalls rival any tropical paradise in the world, and they are truly an anomaly in the desert southwest. There are four major waterfalls in total, each possessing its own distinctive beauty. These waters eventually make their way to the mighty Colorado River. Havasu is world-renowned for the unique color of its water that is the result of high levels of a type of limestone called Travertine. Travertine is also responsible for the myriad pools all along the creek and at the base of the falls.

There are three ways to get to Havasu Falls from the trailhead at Hulapai Hilltop: hiking, riding a mule or taking a helicopter. It�s an eight mile hike to get to Supai Village, and another two to Havasu Falls and the Campground. There are several steep switchbacks in the beginning, but most of the remainder is flat and sandy. If you�re up for it, this is the most gratifying way to see the canyon. Mules are available for personal transport, but can end up hurting more than helping if you are not a seasoned rider. Helicopter rides are available for the no-fuss traveler, and some opt to hike in and copter out. A guided tour with a professional guide may be the best way to see Havasu Falls. Meals, mules, permits, gear and all the details are taken care of for you. Professional guiding companies offer a safe, hassle-free experience, and more importantly, you have someone with you who know the area inside and out, so you don�t miss a thing.
Supai Village is the ancestral home of the Havasupai people. There is a post office, school, general store, and police station. There are no roads down to Supai, and everything is either carried down by pack mules or via helicopter. Once there, you can either stay at the lodge or the campground. The rooms at the lodge are simple with no telephones or televisions. There are two double beds, a private bath and AC. Booking for the busy season can fill nearly a year in advance, so be sure to reserve early.

Primitive camping is available year round, which is the option most people choose. The campground is right below Havasu Falls, with many of the campsites along Havasu Creek. Accommodations include: picnic tables, spring water and port-o-lets. Alcohol, illegal drugs, firearms and pets are prohibited on the reservation and all trash must be packed out.
Every season offers something different in Havasu Canyon. March through November offer the best weather at Havasu, with spring and fall being ideal if you are hiking in and out. The cold water feels the best in the heat of the Arizona summer sun, while winter trips offer seclusion from crowds. Monsoon season is typically in July and August. This brings heavy afternoon thunderstorms, and the chance of flash floods. Flash floods are not a huge threat if you are aware of your surroundings, and keep an eye on the weather. They can also show you a spectacular display of nature's power. If you are not an experienced southwest hiker, just get a professional guide for your trip.

Navajo is the first set of falls you will encounter off the trail. Dropping 75 ft, several branches span across, spilling into spectacular travertine pools below. Be sure to take the extra time to actually hike the few extra feet to the base of Navajo Falls. Most people never see the beautiful travertine formations and rich fauna of this hidden garden up close, and they are definitely missing out.

Another quarter mile from Navajo, a side trail on the right cuts down to the base of Havasu Falls. One of the most photographed waterfalls in the world, Havasu boasts an impressive 100 ft. drop. There is ample room around the base for relaxing among the cottonwoods between dips.

Twice as high as Havasu, Mooney was called Mother of the Falls by the Havasupai. Only a small percentage of visitors make it to the bottom of Mooney because of the difficulty in getting there. The rock is very slick, so take your time and be careful! Once at the bottom, you are rewarded with stunning views of Mooney Falls, which is huge and has quite a large pool area at its base.

Beaver is the last set of falls and it requires an adventurous trek. Along the way you will encounter countless pools and smaller falls. Canyon walls extend to the sky as you walk through fields of wild grape vines. At Beaver Falls, your only option is to jump down or turn back. If you jump down, your three mile hike will eventually lead you to the confluence of the Colorado River.

The Havasupai Indians of world-renowned Havasu Falls have lived in the Grand Canyon for over 800 years. Arriving circa 1300 AD, the Havasupai are known for being the only permanent, continuous inhabitants of the Grand Canyon. The name Havasupai actually means "People of the blue-green water.� The Supai were nomads who farmed alongside perennial streams in the summer, and hunted and gathered in the winter. In the late 1800's, cowboys and miners came to Havasu Canyon and began staking claims. Tensions escalated until 1866, when a three year war broke out between the Pai people and the US Army. In 1880, President Hayes decreed the Havasupai to 38,000 acres along Havasu Creek, which was repealed to 500 acres in 1882. Grand Canyon National Park was established in 1919, and the Tribe was restricted to a reservation at the southwest corner of the park. 185,000 acres have since been returned to them, resulting from strenuous legal battles commencing in the early 1970's. Today the tribe, which consists of over 600 members, is governed by a democratically elected, seven member Tribal Council. The Supai boast one hundred percent fluency in their native language, and are one of the few tribes anywhere inhabiting their original homeland. Please respect the sacred tribal home of the Havasupai people and abide by their tribal laws.

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