Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: What's included in the price?
Transportation (see next question) to and from the trailhead, entrance fees into the park, backcountry permits, sleeping bags, sleeping pads, backpacks, tents, trekking poles, all cookware, utensils, First Aid (except meds) medically certified guides, all meals and snacks.Q: Where will you pick me up?
We will pick you up at your hotel/hostel in Flagstaff or Tusayan.Q: What's NOT included in the price?
There is a checklist of things you should bring included in the tour descriptions page.Q: Who carries all this stuff?
Well, to some extent YOU do! Your guide will be carrying the bulk of the load, but each person will be responsible for carrying a pack. Packs usually weigh between 20 and 25 lbs. (9 to 11 kg).Q: What is the minimum number of people required for a tour to go?
We need three or more people for our camping tours to go.Q: Can I join an existing tour?
YES! All of our tours are open to anyone who would like to join. Grand Canyon camping tours generally have a maximum of 5 people. Havasu Falls tours have no limit.Q: Are these tours appropriate for people of all ages?
YES... BUT! Piggyback Tours is especially geared towards younger people. 90% of our clients are between the ages of 20 and 35.Q: Why is this so expensive?
These tours are - without a doubt - the cheapest Grand Canyon camping tours in the whole region.Feel free to compare/contrast with some of our competitors:
Q: Okaay, so why are these tours so cheap?
Basically, its because the guides own the business, so we don't have to hire (pay) a different guide. We pass the savings to you!Q: What about tipping the guides?
Tips are never expected, but always appreciated! A normal tip would be 10-15% of the tour price.