excursions of escalante

We visited Esacalante for the second time in a few years (we live very far from there).We went again with Rick (guide and owner).The area is one of the most beautiful you can dream of and Rick knows it like no one else.He is reassuring, patient, knows all the technical tricks, but, above all, he is passionate and that makes a big difference to enjoy the canyons.We have been travelling to many very beautiful places in the world, but we find that a day (or more) at Escalante, with Excursions of Escalante is the best in the USA and among the best in the world. (I've been many times to the USA from Europe, so I write from experience).I was reluctant to write this comment because I would be sorry if Escalante would be invaded by tourists. But it is only fair to Rick and Amie to say that this is going to be the thrill of your life.Be prepared.

Hello RSdufford- Thank you for your review! So glad your experience was above your expectations- its what we strive for. All the best to you and yours! Cheers, Rick Green & Amie Fortin

Hi Dionne! Thanks so much for your review. It was great to have you guys back again. Jim sure does have great calming and reassuring energy! Just what you want out there in the canyons. Have a great winter! Best, Rick Green & Amie Fortin

Greetings ShelleyMichaelRoss - Thank you for your review. We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your first rappelling experience. It is so fun and exhilarating! Safety is our #1 priority, so Jim, Rick & Caitie always explain the anchors, rappelling devices etc. and how they work prior to rappelling. Thank you again for your review! Have a wonderful Winter season!Cheers,Rick Green & Amie Fortin

Greetings Jrodrigez - Thank you for your review. Rick and Patrick had a great time in the canyons with the two of you. We are looking forward to seeing Patrick's photos! We'll keep you posted on our multi-day trips. Canyoneering Safari? Perhaps. So many canyons...... We look forward to seeing you both again!Cheers,Rick & Amie

Hi Mike -Thank you for your review. We are glad you enjoyed the process of scuffing up your clothes :) What fun it is! We hope to see you again and have a safe and awesome Winter season. Until next time...!Cheers,Rick Green & Amie Fortin

Hi Rachael - Thank you for your review. We appreciate your feedback! We always let folks know to wear their play clothes, as it is likely that they will come back dirty and torn from a days fun in the canyons! Glad you enjoyed the sandwich :) Secret to a sog-free sandwich. Cheese first, then the turkey, then the tomatos, then the lettuce. Only let dry items touch the bread and don't wrap it too tight or the turkey and tomato juices will be squeezed out and onto the bread. LOL. The Science of a Sandwich. Okay, one more. For those of you that prefer a PBJ or PBH sandwich, (like me) put the peanut butter on both sides of the bread and the jelly or honey in the middle. :) Happy Travels and have a wonderul Winter season!Cheers,Amie Fortin

Greetings Scout9857 - Thank you for your review. We appreciate your feedback. That is a great way to describe it. A hiking, yoga and mud party :) The canyons don't always have mud, but it sounds like you visited what I call the Egypt Spa. LOL. What fun! Have a wonderful Winter season!Cheers,Rick Green & Amie Fortin

Greetings DH - Thank you for your review. We appreciate your feedback! We had a wonderful time with you and your crew! We just wish that we had all of your for a longer visit in Escalante! Give our best to the guys!Cheers,Rick & Amie

Greetings Irit! Thank you for your review. We are certainly enjoying your company here in Escalante! Perhaps we'll get you for one more canyon before the season wraps up!Cheers,Rick, Amie & Jim

Greetings InSearchOfTheUnknown - We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your time in the canyons and to hear how you like Jim (our Lead guide of 6 years). He has certainly changed his share of tires :) Driving out here on the dirt roads of the Southwest, a flat tire may happen. No worries! We are here to help and to ensure you have a safe experience. We hope you have a wonderful Winter season back east! Thank you for your review. We appreciate your taking the time to write it! Cheers,Rick Green & Amie Fortin

Greetings sarandipitous - Thank you for your review. We are fortunate enough to have been in business here for 16 years as Escalante's first and oldest local guide service. What a wonderful ride it has been! It is because of folks like you that we look forward to guiding these canyons each year. We hope you have a safe, wonderful and exciting Winter season!Cheers,Rick Green & Amie Fortin

Greetings RestonAdventure - Thank you for your review. We appreciate your taking the time to write this. Most of the guests we take out have never been canyoneering and we love taking folks on a "bucket list" adventure in the canyons! We are lucky to have such an awesome playground and to have so many canyons to choose from. With this, we are able to choose a specific canyon each morning to fit each group. We are so happy that you enjoyed your experience and we hope to see you again!Cheers,Rick Green & Amie Fortin

Hi Anne - Thank you for your review. We are glad you enjoyed the Pothole Escape Course. Lots of water and lots of practice escaping these holes in the sandstone! Such fun! Thank you for the awesome canyoneering packs. They will go to good use!Cheers,Rick Green & Amie Fortin

Hi Bryan - Thank you for taking the time to write your review. We appreciate your feedback. Have a wonderful Winter season and perhaps we'll see you again in the future. So many canyons...so little time! :)Cheers,Rick Green & Amie Fortin