Hermit to South Bass Backpacking: Deep Canyon Exploration

Trip Highlights

• Explore side canyons above and below the Tonto formation
• Visit seeps and springs of the Monument and Hermit creeks
• See mining remnants of Boucher Creek and the Bass Trail areas
• Learn about tribal communities of the region: Hopi, Navajo, Pai and Paiute
• Explore quaternary geology of caves in Grand Canyon
• Learn about aquatic and riparian ecology, rapids and hydrology, flora and fauna, and geology of Grand Canyon
• Learn about the history of settlement, mining, and development in Grand Canyon

Cancellation and Refund Policy 

Please notify our office as soon as possible should you need to cancel your registration. If you cancel or leave a trip early for any reason: 

• 60+ Days prior to trip start date: full refund minus a 10% administrative fee.  
• 59-45 Days prior to the trip start date: 50% refund will be issued
• Less than 45 days prior to trip start date: no refund 

Reserved spots are transferable to different trips, if there is availability. This transfer can occur up to 45 days prior to the trip's start date.  

Grand Canyon Conservancy Field Institute reserves the right to cancel all or a portion of a trip due the following circumstances; failure to meet the participant minimum and loss of scheduled staff due to injury or illness. In this event, participants will receive a full refund.  

In addition, Grand Canyon Conservancy Field Institute may cancel a trip due to unforeseen circumstances such as weather events, natural disasters, park closures, and health emergencies, and there is no alternative trip is available to you. If GCCFI cancels the trip due to unforeseen circumstances 15 days or more prior to departure, the customer will receive a full refund. If the trip is a multiday program and GCCFI cancels 2 weeks prior due to unforeseen circumstances, participants will receive full refund minus 10% administrative fee.  

Grand Canyon Conservancy Field Institute is not responsible for: flight tickets, visa fees if applicable, gear, medical expenses, clothing, and any expenses occurred while preparing for this trip.  

We highly recommend the purchase of trip insurance to help offset any cost incurred if cancellation occurs.  

Payment Plan Policy 

To secure your booking, a 10% deposit of the total tour cost is required at the time of booking. This deposit confirms your reservation and guarantees your spot on the tour. An additional 50% payment of the balance is due 90 days before departure. 

The remaining 40% of the balance is due 45 days before departure. Please ensure the final payment is made by this deadline to avoid any delays or complications with your tour. 

If you have any questions or need assistance regarding the payment process, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Timely payments ensure we can provide the best possible experience, and we look forward to welcoming you on your tour.