Around the Bend took us on the South Kaibab trail in icy weather down to Phantom ranch. To be truthful, I really thought the weather was going to ruin our plans but the guide REALLY pulled an amazing day out of his hat. I learned a lot, saw a lot, and came away KNOWING I had a once in a... More

This guided trip was much more educational than going without a guide would have been. Because they knew where to take you, it wasn't as crowded but you got to see the same sites. Wes was fabulous--funny and nice. We went very early in the season (mid-March) and they were willing to take us (just 2) even though no one... More

In January 2010, Wes Neal took me on an overnight hike down the South Kaibab and up the Bright Angel Trail, camping at the Bright Angel Campground next to Phantom Ranch. I've been lucky enough to travel lots of places and do lots of hiking, especially at home in Australia but this was an absolute standout. Wes went completely above... More

We had a great day with Wes. He's knowledgeable, personable, and you can tell he enjoys his work. We did a day hike on the South Kaibab trail and I was nervous about it because I'm 50 and not in great shape. Of course I was the slowest headed back up. Wes hung with me and kept me encouraged. He's... More

My husband and I wanted to stop at the Grand Canyon for a day while driving back from California to our home in Indiana. I found Around the Bend Adventures on the Internet and we decided to try the tour to the Grand Canyon. Wes picked us up at our hotel on time and drove us in a very comfortable... More

Wes picked us up from our Flagstaff hotel (on time) and during our drive to the South Rim.gave us a history lesson of the area as well as the indigenous people (Indian tribes) and their relationship to the Grand Canyon. Aside from a Chevy-Chase-Vacation-moment my wife spent there 40 years ago, this was our first trip to the Canyon. Wes... More

Wes from "Around the Bend Adventures" is an awesome guide. I am over 70, quite fit for my age, and wanted a guide to hike with me up Bright Angel Trail from Indian Gardens following a six day rafting trip through the Grand Canyon. Wes was great; he provided sustenance, Canyon knowledge, Indian history and more. Wes believes you should... More

We had a wonderful day, including an absolutely amazing and delicious freshly-prepared lunch, with Wes at the Grand Canyon. His knowledge of the history and geology of the area were just amazing. He was really interesting without doing any lecturing. We stayed away from all the crowded areas, and were able to hike along the rim and meet him in... More

My husband and I hiked the South Kaibab trail with Wes from Around the Bend Adventures while on honeymoon after getting married in Vegas. The man-made attractions of Vegas will never compare to the awe and wonder of the Grand Canyon. Wes gave us a very intimate glimpse into that world and was able to educate us along the way... More