Iconisch Tom's Thumb begeleid wandelavontuur in Scottsdale, Arizona
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Bezoek een iconisch monument in het Scottsdale Sonoran Preserve. Bekijk de geologische kenmerken en de flora en fauna die uniek zijn voor de Sonorawoestijn. Prachtig uitzicht op de McDowell Mountains en de omliggende gebieden.
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Bezoek het meest iconische monument in het Scottsdale Sonoran Preserve! Breng uw ochtend of middag door op een door experts geleide wandeling naar de beroemde Tom's Thumb-formatie in het Scottsdale Sonoran Preserve. Een lokale gids van Mad Desert Trekking zal je begroeten bij de trailhead en met je wandelen door het ongelooflijke terrein van de Sonorawoestijn. Tijdens je wandeling krijg je unieke geologische kenmerken te zien, evenals inheemse flora en fauna die uniek zijn voor de Sonora-woestijn. Ervaar deze ongelooflijke functie van dichtbij en persoonlijk. Beklim de haarspeldbochten en geniet van het ongelooflijke uitzicht op het Scottsdale Sonoran Preserve terwijl we ons een weg banen naar de beroemde granieten monoliet genaamd Tom's Thumb. Eenmaal boven kunt u het unieke terrein rond "the Thumb" verkennen en een prachtig uitzicht op Scottsdale en de omliggende gebieden krijgen.
Ervaar de energie van de woestijn in McDowell Sonoran Preserve, Scottsdale, Arizona, het grootste stadsreservaat ter wereld.
Scottsdale is een woestijnstad in Arizona ten oosten van de hoofdstad Phoenix. Het staat bekend om zijn kuuroorden en golfbanen, waaronder TPC Scottsdale. Verder naar het noorden slingeren paden door McDowell Sonoran Preserve, een woestijnlandschap van heuvels, rotsformaties en cactussen. Vlakbij ligt Taliesin West, het voormalige huis en atelier van architect Frank Lloyd Wright. De oude binnenstad van Scottsdale in het centrum heeft gebouwen uit de jaren 20 en 19e-eeuwse olijfbomen.
Phoenix is de hoofdstad van de zuidwestelijke Amerikaanse staat Arizona. Het staat bekend om zijn zon het hele jaar door en warme temperaturen, en verankert een uitgestrekt grootstedelijk gebied met meerdere steden dat bekend staat als de Vallei van de Zon. Het staat bekend om de luxe kuuroorden, door Jack Nicklaus ontworpen golfbanen en levendige nachtclubs. Andere hoogtepunten zijn de Desert Botanical Garden, met cactussen en talrijke inheemse planten
Gateway Loop Trail is een luspad van 7,4 mijl in Scottsdale, Arizona met prachtige wilde bloemen en cactussen en wordt als matig beoordeeld. Het pad wordt voornamelijk gebruikt voor wandelen en mountainbiken en is het hele jaar door toegankelijk.
De Marcus Landslide Trail loopt langs de oostelijke rand van McDowell Sonoran Preserve naar een enorme aardverschuiving die volgens wetenschappers 500.000 jaar geleden heeft plaatsgevonden. Naar schatting 194 miljoen kubieke voet rots en vegetatie gleed van de kant van East End Peak, het op één na grootste bekende fenomeen in Arizona.
Het Sonora Desert National Monument bevat prachtige voorbeelden van het ongerepte Sonora Desert-landschap. Het nationale monument is de biologisch meest diverse van de Noord-Amerikaanse woestijnen, en het monument vangt een aanzienlijk deel van die diversiteit. Het meest opvallende aspect van de plantengemeenschap binnen het monument is het uitgestrekte saguaro-cactusbos.
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- Hulpdieren toegestaan
- Niet aanbevolen voor reizigers met een slechte cardiovasculaire gezondheid
- Reizigers moeten een goede conditie hebben
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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 🌄🦎☀️🌵
