30 Jun 2025
We can't say enough good things about our guide, David Spies. We have been on lots of guided tours around the world, but never have we had a guide who was so knowledgeable about every aspect of the area. David called himself a "canyon nerd", which was amusing and self-deprecating, but also totally accurate! David could talk about the history, geology, flora and fauna, native inhabitants--you name it; he had the facts at his fingertips. He also has extensive experience hiking and rafting the canyon, and while our day was deliberately tame, stories of his adventures were fascinating. David discussed the agenda with us in the morning, and made sure my husband and I both got the most out of the day. He struck the right balance of sightseeing--and as I was terrified of the drop from the trails--hiking for a while just with my husband. David even knew we were celebrating our wedding anniversary and surprised us with a cake and champagne to celebrate while we watched the sunset over the canyon. All in all, it was a perfect day, and that was thanks to David.