Iconica avventura escursionistica guidata con il pollice di Tom a Scottsdale, in Arizona
Descrizione
Visita un punto di riferimento iconico nella Scottsdale Sonoran Preserve. Ammira le caratteristiche geologiche e la flora e la fauna uniche del deserto di Sonora. Viste stupefacenti delle montagne di McDowell e delle aree circostanti.
Opzioni del tour
Itinerario
Visita il punto di riferimento più iconico della Scottsdale Sonoran Preserve! Trascorri la mattina o il pomeriggio in un'escursione guidata da un esperto alla famosa formazione del pollice di Tom nella Scottsdale Sonoran Preserve. Una guida locale di Mad Desert Trekking ti accoglierà all'inizio del sentiero e camminerà con te attraverso l'incredibile terreno del deserto di Sonora. Nel corso della tua escursione, ti verranno presentate caratteristiche geologiche uniche, nonché flora e fauna autoctone uniche del deserto di Sonora. Sperimenta questa incredibile funzionalità da vicino e personalmente. Risali i tornanti e ammira le incredibili viste sulla Scottsdale Sonoran Preserve mentre ci dirigiamo verso il famoso monolite di granito chiamato Tom's Thumb. Una volta in cima, sarai in grado di esplorare il terreno unico intorno a "the Thumb" e di godere di splendide viste su Scottsdale e sulle aree circostanti.
Vivi l'energia del deserto nella McDowell Sonoran Preserve, Scottsdale, Arizona, la più grande riserva di proprietà della città al mondo.
Scottsdale è una città nel deserto dell'Arizona, a est della capitale dello stato Phoenix. È noto per le sue località termali e i campi da golf, tra cui TPC Scottsdale. Più a nord, i sentieri si snodano attraverso la McDowell Sonoran Preserve, un paesaggio desertico di colline, formazioni rocciose e cactus. Nelle vicinanze si trova Taliesin West, l'ex casa e studio dell'architetto Frank Lloyd Wright. Il centro storico di Scottsdale ha edifici degli anni '20 e ulivi del 19° secolo.
Phoenix è la capitale dello stato dell'Arizona, negli Stati Uniti sud-occidentali. Conosciuta per il suo sole tutto l'anno e le temperature calde, è ancorata a un'area metropolitana tentacolare e multiurbana conosciuta come la Valle del Sole. È noto per i resort spa esclusivi, i campi da golf progettati da Jack Nicklaus e i vivaci locali notturni. Altri punti salienti includono il Desert Botanical Garden, che espone cactus e numerose piante autoctone
Gateway Loop Trail è un percorso ad anello di 4,4 miglia situato a Scottsdale, in Arizona, che presenta bellissimi fiori selvatici e cactus ed è classificato come moderato. Il sentiero è utilizzato principalmente per escursioni a piedi e in mountain bike ed è accessibile tutto l'anno.
Il Marcus Landslide Trail corre lungo il bordo orientale della McDowell Sonoran Preserve fino a una massiccia frana che gli scienziati ritengono sia avvenuta 500.000 anni fa. Si stima che circa 194 milioni di piedi cubi di roccia e vegetazione siano scivolati dal lato dell'East End Peak, il secondo più grande evento conosciuto in Arizona.
Il Monumento Nazionale del Deserto di Sonora contiene magnifici esempi del paesaggio incontaminato del deserto di Sonora. Il monumento nazionale è il più biologicamente diverso dei deserti nordamericani e il monumento cattura una parte significativa di tale diversità. L'aspetto più sorprendente della comunità vegetale all'interno del monumento è l'estesa foresta di cactus saguaro.
Punti salienti
Cosa è incluso
Valutazioni dei viaggiatori
Informazioni importanti
- Animali di servizio ammessi
- Sconsigliato ai viaggiatori con problemi cardiovascolari
- I viaggiatori devono avere un'ottima forma fisica
Recensioni(48)
Great time. Great hike for both the inexperienced and experienced, so take this hike. Curtis Whipple, hiking guide was fantastic. I would do this again.
I had the privilege of doing two hikes with these guys during a trip to the area for my son's wedding.I did a morning hike to Tom's Thumb which was about 3 1/2 hours round trip and then in the evening I did Quartz Trail for some amazing sunset views and that one was about 2 hours round trip. Both hikes were not easy, and as an avid hiker I would say they were both moderate, but I would rate the sunset hike harder due to the steeper climb and the fact you come down in the dark and I don't see so well at night 🤣. Both hiking guides, Jay and Henry, were amazing and knowledgeable guides whose sharing of local history and the area were great and made the hikes that extra bit enjoyable. Matt's (owner) communication was quick and his patience with me was endless while I finalized my plans. As an individual I would book again, and as a Travel Advisor I have zero hesitation sending my clients to Mad Desert Trekking knowing they will be in good hands
Rosie, two hikes, two guides and two totally different vibes! 🎒🌅 You absolutely crushed it, and we love that you tackled both Tom's Thumb with your guide Henry and the steep climb to Sunset Peak with your guide Jay. Thanks for the high praise and for trusting us with your son’s wedding-week adventures. It was fun recommending the perfect routes in the Sonoran Desert in Phoenix and Scottsdale. See you on the trail for round three! 🤙✨ — Matt Kalina | Owner | Mad Desert Trekking | Scottsdale, AZ | Intense Human-Powered Sonoran Desert Adventures 🏜🦎☀️🌵
Curtis was amazing! Friendly, personable and knowledgeable. Entertaining conversation. He took great care of us with water, snacks and photographs. Would highly recommend to friends.
Eric, that’s what we call a five-star trail day! 🙌 We’re glad your guide Curtis took such great care of you, from the deep-dive conversations to making sure the water and snacks were always handy. Thanks for the shout-out, and we can't wait to guide your friends soon! 🥾✨ — Matt Kalina | Owner | Mad Desert Trekking | Scottsdale, AZ | Intense Human-Powered Sonoran Desert Adventures 🌄🦎☀️🌵
We booked this adventure using Viator with Mad Desert Trekking. We had an amazing experience. Cha Cha reached out to us the day prior to confirm our reservation and make sure we had the correct meeting location. Once we arrived, we were given water and snacks for hike. Cha Cha was wonderful. She was very knowledgeable and encouraging throughout the hike. We were so thankful she led us and allowed us to hike at our own pace. I highly recommend this hike and definitely ask for Cha Cha. You won’t be disappointed.
Catherine, your review is pure gold! 🌟 We are so stoked to hear you had an amazing time on the Scottsdale Desert Classic Guided Hiking Adventure in the McDowell Mountains. And, we’re thrilled that your guide Cha Cha made it the quintessential Sonoran Desert experience with her knowledge, encouragement and plenty of trail snacks! Thanks for recommending us to the world. We can't wait to trek with you again🌵🏜️ — Matt Kalina | Owner | Mad Desert Trekking | Scottsdale, AZ | Intense Human-Powered Sonoran Desert Adventures 🌄🦎☀️🌵
If I could give six stars, I would! Doug led us on a spectacular hike. He was so very patient with us as we labored a bit and stopped frequently to take photos. We're both midwesterners in our 60s, so the trek was a little grueling but so worth it. Although being in "relatively good shape" is important, Doug allowed us to take our time. (It took us five hours vs. the advertised three.) It has been three days and our legs are still a little sore. Don't let that deter you, though. It is WELL WORTH the short-term pain. Doug was knowledgeable, courteous, cautious, funny, and easy-going. This is a must-do experience!
Great hike! I went solo with Jennifer the guide . She was so fun , and informative regarding all the various cactus, plants, and wildlife. The weather wasn’t the best ( rainy and 48 degrees) . Very unusual for this area, but Jennifer made it so enjoyable! I highly recommend this hike. 🥾🥾
Very scenic and a challenging climb. You should be in reasonable shape to make this trek. However it was great fun
Amazing hike up to Tom’s Thumb! While the trail is well marked, the experience was enhanced by having a guide as a solo hiker. Curtis was there to meet me at the trailhead and had water and snacks for the adventure. Lots of local knowledge and great pics. Would definitely book with Mad Desert Tracking again.
Mike was amazing guide for our hike today.. he took beautiful pictures and send them to us.he also dropped us to hotel on way back
Wow, thank you for the five stars! We're thrilled that Mike was an amazing guide for your Iconic Tom's Thumb Guided Hiking Adventure. Thanks for choosing us! — Matt Kalina | Owner | Mad Desert Trekking | Scottsdale, AZ | Intense Human-Powered Sonoran Desert Adventures 🌄🦎☀️🌵
Henry was outstanding and our experience was incredible. From the sunrise atmosphere to Henry's patient and encouraging attitude, my husband and I completed out first ever hike- Tom's Thumb! Henry was also super knowledgeable pointing out all of the landscape as far as the eye could see. We also loved receiving pictures aftwrwards. We would 1000% recommend Mad Desert Trekking.
Melanie, we're so glad you had such an incredible experience on the Iconic Tom's Thumb Guided Hiking Adventure with your guide Henry. We couldn't agree more that the views from the top are worth every step, and are stoked that his patience and encouragement made all the difference. Thank you for the wonderful recommendation and for letting Mad Desert Trekking be a memorable part of your trip to Phoenix! — Matt Kalina | Owner | Mad Desert Trekking | Scottsdale, AZ | Intense Human-Powered Sonoran Desert Adventures 🌄🦎☀️🌵
