Private Tour
Canyoneering Half-Day Private Experience
Overview
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5 hours
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This canyon trip is unique in it's accessibility to canyoneers of all skill levels, including beginners. Think scenic canyon hiking, but the hike is intermingled with exciting rappels down water features. This trip has a little bit of everything- a good workout, a chance to learn new skills, and some free-hanging on ropes to get your adrenaline pumping. And all of it nestled in a beautiful desert setting that is otherwise inaccessible to the public.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
This trip includes 4-5 hours of guided canyoneering down the scenic Tanque Verde Canyon just outside of Tucson, AZ. After gearing up, there is a short and scenic hike to a series of rappels dropping down cascading waterfalls into pools. Water levels vary seasonally. Getting wet is typically optional unless it is directly after a heavy rainfall. All trips are hosted by AMGA-certified guides employed by Altitude Mountain Guides, based in Tucson, AZ. With 150+ 5-star Google reviews, Altitude Mountain Guides provide the highest-rated adventure experiences in the region.
What‘s Included
Harnesses, helmets, and rappel devices.
Options
Canyoneering Half-Day Private Experience
Reviews
29 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Highly recommended!
F9462TFcharlest,,Jan 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience! Would highly recommend to others. Our tour guide Daly was great and super knowledgeable about repelling and the surrounding environment!
5/5 Experience
Tangerinetanns,,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We loved the experience! Our tour guide was Aaron and he is the very best. The canyon is gorgeous, the falls are beautiful and the rappels are very exciting. Aaron is fun and he explained everything to make us (me) feel secure. The weather was perfect. We bumped into a couple of people at the beginning and the end of the hike, but between rappels we got the canyon to ourselves. We love the hiking. There are some slippery rocks but nothing to worry about. We'll definitely come back!
Great experience
Collyn H,,Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Make sure you have good shoes. Absolutely a must do! Our guide Daly was amazing. This was our first time repelling and a great time with beautiful views
Great tour! Scenic and lots of fun.
Newagetrucker,,Apr 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did a 1/2 day Canyoneering tour and it was so much fun! Daly our guide was super friendly and knowledgeable. Easy to meetup at Le Buzz and go to the Trailhead. The canyon was gorgeous, and while this is active it isn’t over the top. Daly gave great instructions as we moved through the canyon and did this different activities. VERY safety focused which I appreciated. As we hiked she told us about the Saguro and the other plants and the rocks and canyon. Skilled guide that really cares and put her heart into giving us a good time. Thank you! I recommend this is you are looking to do something active in Tucson.
Great time climbing Mt Lemmon
Rachel P,,Mar 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A heat wave hit Tucson early and it was too hot to go canyoneering, so Ben set me up with rappelling and rock climbing instead. My guide, Aaron, was awesome. Super laid back, but knowledgeable and safety-focused. He helped me get past the edge of my comfort zone without putting any real pressure on me. The climbing was terrific and the scenery was stunning.
Highly recommend!!
Kristen M,,Mar 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had such an amazing time on our private tour with Daly! She was so knowledgeable and made us feel so comfortable since we had never been canyoneering before. It was the best birthday trip for my boyfriend. Definitely makes us want to try out more climbing trips. Highly recommend!
Treat yourself and do it!
X9286NLmatts,,Mar 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent day! The canyon was beautiful, the rappelling was a blast, and our guide Daly was amazing! She was fun, safe, and had a wealth of knowledge on the area. It was a great trip.
Day we will always remember
Scenic797153,,Mar 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00I did a half day tour with my girlfriend. Will be an experience we'll remember for the rest of our lives. Not for the faint of heart (we are city folk - take it with a grain of salt)! It was our first time canyoneering and to say the least it can be a bit of an intimidating experience. Our guide Daly was excellent, professional, informative, and guided us through every step of the way. She was a natural guide and taught us many things beyond canyoneering from natural wildlife to history of the city. If you have the willpower, it can be truly worth it and can see some amazing sights that wouldn't be available otherwise. Recommendations: - Bring very good hiking/rock climbing shoes - Bring enough water & sunscreen - Big backpacks are not the way to go (will be squeezing through rocks)
Canyoning in Tanque Verde
rollingshamrock,,Mar 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Aaron was a fantastic guide. He was fun and professional. I joined another family and he took care of our 4 person small group really well. The Tanque Verde Canyon was scenic and had great technical areas that anyone could do.
Heart pumping fun!
Sandi W,,Jan 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had no idea what to expect when we signed up for this tour. It was so exhilarating and fun! My husband and I are in our sixty’s and still enjoy challenging ourselves. Aaron did a great job of instructing us each step of the way during the day. Between mountain goating and rappelling, he was very good at making sure we were safe and comfortable the whole time. The day was filled with beautiful sites and heart pumping activities. Thanks again Aaron! 😎
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