Hiking Grand Canyon carries inherent risks. For example, even the least difficult route to a specific destination can follow a precipitous path. Modern sanitation facilities are not present. Some visitors choose to act irresponsibly, endangering those around them.
Canyonology Treks encourages visitors to treat risk seriously and to act responsibly in the backcountry. Some examples of inherent risks include but are not limited to:
- Weather conditions that may change quickly, including wind, lightning, fog and excessive heat and sun
- Hypothermia
- Hyperthermia
- Heat stroke
- Hyponatremia
- Submersion and/or drowning
- The unavailability of life saving services or immediate medical attention in the case of injury
- The participant’s own physical condition or his or her own acts or omissions
- Another participant’s physical condition, acts, or omissions
- The consumption of tainted food or drink, including exposure to polluted or contaminated water
- Hantavirus, plague, rabies, and other pathogens
- Loose, steep, slippery and/or uneven surfaces
- Trail located on or near cliffs, ledges, and/or steep drops
- Falling rocks or debris
- Failure of the participant or other persons to follow safety guidelines and/or other instructions
- Improper use of equipment
- Manufacturing or other defects, both apparent and latent, in the equipment used
- Vehicular or pedestrian accident while being transported or walking to or from staging areas
Because of the safety concerns posed by the risks and hazards of Grand Canyon hiking and backpacking trips, participants on Canyonology Treks trip participants must meet all of our essential eligibility criteria.