challenging
4–6 hours
Good cardiovascular fitness recommended, comfortable walking in water and uneven terrain required.
Step into the Virgin River’s winding corridor with East Zion Adventures’ private guided hike through Zion’s iconic Narrows. All gear and lunch included for a smooth adventure.
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Zion's breathtaking Narrows with a private guide. Experience the majestic sandstone walls and the winding Virgin River as your guide shares captivating stories and insights. Enjoy a hearty lunch and all necessary gear, ensuring a comfortable and enriching exploration of this stunning slot canyon.
Step into Zion’s most iconic adventure with ease! Meet your private interpretive guide at the Visitor Center in Springdale, where you’ll kick off the day heading into the park. From there, your guide will lead you into the world-famous Narrows, bringing the towering sandstone walls and winding Virgin River to life with stories, geology, and insider knowledge. We’ve got just about every detail covered—from a hearty lunch to recharge mid-hike, to all the essential gear you’ll need to comfortably explore this awe-inspiring slot canyon.
Included: Hiking gear (Waders, hiking sticks, hiking boots, neoprene socks) Packed Lunch Private guide
Use neoprene socks and waterproof boots provided to maintain traction on slippery, wet sandstone surfaces.
Carry water and enjoy the provided hearty lunch mid-hike to keep energy steady throughout the river trek.
Flash floods can occur without warning; ensure your guide monitors weather and river levels closely before departure.
Be ready for sections where water reaches knee or waist height; your guide will assist with navigation around deeper spots.
Zion National Park was officially established in 1919, preserving some of the southwest’s most striking sandstone formations with deep cultural significance to indigenous peoples.
Visitors are encouraged to practice Leave No Trace principles, as the Narrows’ delicate river ecology is sensitive to foot traffic and water pollution.
Protect feet from cold river water and rough sandstone surfaces.
all specific
Provide traction and foot support on slippery riverbeds.
all specific
Keeps you dry from river spray and sudden weather changes.
spring|fall|winter specific
Offers protection from intense Utah sun outside shaded canyon sections.
summer specific