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Just Roughin' It Adventure Company

2040 S. Alma School Rd., Chandler, AZ 85286
480-857-2477
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Ranked #2 of 6 activities in Chandler
Type: Tours
Fee: Yes
Owner description: Just Roughin' It Adventure Company is a full service backpacking and hiking guide company, leading tours in Grand Canyon, Yosemite, and Olympic... more » Owner description: Just Roughin' It Adventure Company is a full service backpacking and hiking guide company, leading tours in Grand Canyon, Yosemite, and Olympic National Parks, as well as Paria Canyon and the Superstition Mountains in the Phoenix, AZ area. We provide our guests with top of the line backpacking and hiking gear, which means you are camping - sleeping in tents and sleeping bags on the ground. Expect little to no amenities - having running water may be your only luxury. The Ritz we ain't, but the experience will have you trekking through some of the most beautiful places in the US with your guide. Oh - and our food is NOT what you would expect on a camping trip. We provide quality meals prepared by your experienced and certified guide in the middle of the wilderness - the best seat in the house! « less
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Hyattsville, Maryland, United States
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2013 NEW

My wife and I just completed a 4-day Rim to Rim (South to North) trip in the Grand Canyon. We are semi-experienced East Coast hikers, but had never hiked in the West and had never been backpacking. On their website, JRI promised a one-of-a-kind experience, and they really delivered! We were picked up from our hotel in Phoenix very early... More

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washington, D.C.
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2013 NEW

I had a wonderful time on the grand canyon rim-to-rim trip. Our guide, Steve, was very knowledgeable and friendly. He knew an enormous amount about the canyon - all of the plants and animals we saw, the geology, and he was willing to answer our groups many questions. My partner and I knew very little about backpacking and he patiently... More

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Grand Rapids, Michigan
1 review
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013

My husband and I just got back from a 7 day trip of lifetime! We are not experienced hikers, so the expertise of our guide, Zach, was much needed. His number one priority was our safety. He is also quite the cook. All of the meals were delicious and had the right combination to ensure proper energy for the hikes... More

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Greensboro, North Carolina
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

My son and I were looking for some rugged hiking and camping experience where the crowds would not go. This adventure proved to be exactly that. We hiked in a remote area and only saw 5 people total on the trail for the entire week. Yes, there were people floating down the Colorado River on their rafts and boats, but... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 26, 2013

Just completed the 4-day, 33 mile, South Kaibab/Bright Angel trip. JRI delivered exactly as advertised and promised. Very professional outfit and guide. They take care of all the details, equipment, food, cooking, even cleaning up. All you need to is show up. This was truly an unforgettable, experience of a lifetime. Mid April was good weather. Rather chilly at top... More

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Chicago, Illinois
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 22, 2013

I just finished the Hermit Trail/Bright Angel loop trip through the Grand Canyon. What a great time. The weather in mid-February definitely added some spice to the journey. Things were brisk as we started out on the rim and climbed down the Hermit Trail, but we were shedding layers and enjoying t-shirt temps by the time we stopped for lunch... More

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Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 3, 2013

I cannot recommend Roughin it enough. This trip was fantastic from start to finish! Booking from the UK was seamless with great assistance from Roughin it staff. They answered any questions I had by email or Skype but the guides online were excellent too. The trip itself was AMAZING!! Every minute was immaculately planned. Our tour guide (Ryan) was fab... More

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Charlotte, North Carolina
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 14, 2012

It was hard for me to pay for a trip to a National Park. However, when I added the cost of permits (very hard to get), new gear, my rental car sitting in the parking lot, and food; well, it just made sense. The Grand Canyon Rim to Rim trek is an incredible experience to challenge you physically with dynamic... More

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York, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 9, 2012

With Ryan Williams as our Guide and Leader, had the most brilliant holiday. Ryan is an excellent cook, with excellent knowledge of Arizonia's walks, animals and environment, we had the best guide!!!. Thanks to Andrea our co walker in our group. Truly an amazing experience amongest some of the worlds best scenery. Its a must as a holiday to go... More

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Ottawa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 30, 2012

My wife, Dawn, and I did our first ever backpacking hike from the South Rim of the Grand Canyon down the South Kaibab trail and back up on the Bright Angel trail. I dealt with Keri from JRI and she made all the necessary arrangements in a very friendly and easy to understand way. The Canyon was spectacular beyond my... More

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