Ikoniska Tom's Thumb guidade vandringsäventyr i Scottsdale, Arizona





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Besök ett ikoniskt landmärke i Scottsdale Sonoran Preserve. Se geologiska egenskaper samt flora och fauna som är unika för Sonoranöknen. Fantastisk utsikt över McDowell-bergen och omgivande områden.
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Besök det mest ikoniska landmärket i Scottsdale Sonoran Preserve! Tillbringa din morgon eller eftermiddag på en expertledd vandring till den berömda Tom's Thumb-formationen i Scottsdale Sonoran Preserve. En lokal guide från Mad Desert Trekking kommer att välkomna dig vid stigen och vandra med dig genom den otroliga terrängen i Sonoranöknen. Under din vandring kommer du att presenteras med unika geologiska egenskaper, såväl som inhemsk flora och fauna som är unik för Sonoranöknen. Upplev denna otroliga funktion på nära håll. Stig upp för backarna och njut av den otroliga utsikten över Scottsdale Sonoran Preserve medan vi tar oss upp till den berömda granitmonoliten som heter Tom's Thumb. Väl uppe kommer du att kunna utforska den unika terrängen runt "tummen" och presenteras med vacker utsikt över Scottsdale och de omgivande områdena.
Upplev energin i öknen i McDowell Sonoran Preserve, Scottsdale, Arizona, det största stadsägda reservatet i världen.
Scottsdale är en ökenstad i Arizona öster om delstatens huvudstad Phoenix. Det är känt för sina kurorter och golfbanor, inklusive TPC Scottsdale. Längre norrut slingrar sig stigar genom McDowell Sonoran Preserve, ett ökenlandskap av kullar, klippformationer och kaktusar. I närheten ligger Taliesin West, arkitekten Frank Lloyd Wrights tidigare hem och studio. Downtowns Old Town Scottsdale har byggnader från 1920-talet och olivträd från 1800-talet.
Phoenix är huvudstad i den sydvästra amerikanska delstaten Arizona. Den är känd för sin sol året runt och varma temperaturer och förankrar ett vidsträckt storstadsområde med flera städer som kallas Solens dal. Det är känt för exklusiva spaanläggningar, golfbanor designade av Jack Nicklaus och livliga nattklubbar. Andra höjdpunkter inkluderar Desert Botanical Garden, som visar kaktusar och många inhemska växter
Gateway Loop Trail är en 4,4 mil loop-slinga i Scottsdale, Arizona som har vackra vilda blommor och kaktusar och är klassad som måttlig. Leden används främst för vandring och mountainbike och är tillgänglig året runt.
Marcus Landslide Trail går längs den östra kanten av McDowell Sonoran Preserve till ett massivt jordskred som forskare tror inträffade för 500 000 år sedan. Uppskattningsvis 194 M kubikfot av sten och vegetation gled av sidan av East End Peak, den näst största kända förekomsten i Arizona.
Sonoran Desert National Monument innehåller magnifika exempel på ohämmat Sonoran Desert-landskap. Nationella monumentet är det mest biologiskt mångfaldiga av de nordamerikanska öknarna, och monumentet fångar en betydande del av den mångfalden. Den mest slående aspekten av växtsamhället inom monumentet är den omfattande saguaro-kaktusskogen.
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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 🌄🦎☀️🌵



