About this tour
With six mountain ranges and 93 percent untrammelled wilderness, California's Death Valley National Park—one of the largest national parks in the United States—is best discovered in a pair of hiking boots. Explore canyons, vast dune fields, ancient lava flows, high alpine forests, scenic mountains, and the rich history of the American West as you spend your days hiking the park’s extraordinarily diverse landscapes. At night, rest easy at your basecamp and enjoy delicious dinners by campfire before retiring to your tent under a blanket of stars. Join us for this Death Valley trip of a lifetime.This is a hiking trip so a good fitness level will help you enjoying all included hikes and activities.This trip involves hiking from 4 to 9 miles (6.5 to 14.5 km) per day with a total trip distance of up to 27 miles (39 km). The maximum daily elevation gain/loss is 2000 feet (610 m). Please check the trip itinerary for more details.On this trip, you’ll be required to carry a daypack weighing approximately 8-12 lb / 3.5- 5.5 kg.This trip includes some driving which may involve up to 5 hours in the van as we travel between the best hiking spots in Death Valley.Death Valley has very hot days so please read our packing list carefully and make sure you prepare adequately for hiking there.On our final day there is no accommodation included so please plan your departure accordingly, or pre-book a post-tour night.