Introduction
Grand Canyon National Park, located in northwestern Arizona, is the 15th site in the United States to have been named a national park. The park's central feature is the Grand Canyon, a gorge of the Colorado River, which is often considered one of the Wonders of the World.
Recommendation
North Rim: The North Rim has a reputation for its rugged, isolated trails, its sparse facilities and a lack of appeal in the eyes of the tourist mainstream.
Grand Canyon Skywalk: One of the more controversial additions to the Grand Canyon's surroundings, the Grand Canyon Skywalk is a large, semi-circular bridge with a transparent glass floors, allowing tourists to walk 70 feet out over the canyon and view the floor from a truly unique vantage point – 4,000 feet above.
Colorado River Rafting: To see the Grand Canyon from a different point of view, consider taking a rafting trip down the Colorado River. If you're not up for an adventurous whitewater experience, which offers half-day and full-day trips in the northeastern section of the canyon on calm waters.
Tips
1. Standing in line to snap a photo of the Canyon’s awe-inspiring overlooks can waste a lot of time. Try to save time by going to lesser-known lookouts or plan your trip during the park’s slow season to avoid tourists. January and February are the slowest parts of the year, but crowds start to taper off around October.
2. As in any place with great heights, accidents in the Grand Canyon can have fatal consequences. Healthcare in the United States is very expensive, and even if you are not going to carry out any strenuous hike, it is always highly recommended to have a good travel insurance that covers you in case of a problem.
3. You’ll find Grand Canyon is always in good taste, from the Maswik Lodge Food Court and Pizza Pub to the Bright Angel Lodge’s Arizona Room (open seasonally), where locally sourced ingredients (as well as regional beers and wines from microbreweries and vineyards) accent the menu.