点评:We booked this tour on the spur of the moment just before Christmas, and the normal operators (Franklin and Anna) were otherwise engaged. We had the good fortune of being guided by their younger family members, Jalen and Alicia. They were extraordinary hosts, and by the end of the tour we were deeply immersed in their lives, family history, and aspirations. They were truly forthcoming about their life in the Navajo Nation and its challenges. All this was en route to/from views of the Grand Canyon that were spectacular and otherwise inaccessible. We had these views literally to ourselves, moreover.
"Sacred Edge" partners with "Native Trails" (https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g60834-d32789830-Reviews-Grand_Canyon_Native_Trails-Page_Arizona.html). The former is primarily driving, whereas the latter is a drive, typically a 3-hour hike, and meal. We are looking forward to trying the latter.
We got the impression that Sacred Edge/Native Trails are flexible and willing to accommodate variations from their standard tour.
Be advised that they are extremely respectful of the environment and culture. For example, they limit their tours and footprint so as not to intrude on the solitude of the people who live in this very remote area.
For a unique experience, give these folks a call.
翻译:我们在圣诞节前临时决定预订这次旅行,因为通常的导游(Franklin 和 Anna)另有安排。幸运的是,我们由他们的年轻家庭成员 Jalen 和 Alicia 担任导游。他们热情好客,令人难忘。旅行结束时,我们深深地沉浸在他们的生活、家族历史和人生愿景中。他们坦诚地讲述了在纳瓦霍族保留地的生活以及所面临的挑战。所有这一切都发生在前往/返回大峡谷的途中,沿途可以欣赏到壮丽的景色,这些景色平时很难到达。更棒的是,我们几乎独享了这些美景。
“Sacred Edge”与“Native Trails”(https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g60834-d32789830-Reviews-Grand_Canyon_Native_Trails-Page_Arizona.html)合作。前者主要以驾车游览为主,而后者则包含驾车游览、通常 3 小时的徒步旅行以及一顿饭。我们期待着体验后者。我们感觉 Sacred Edge/Native Trails 非常灵活,愿意根据实际情况调整行程。
请注意,他们极其尊重环境和文化。例如,他们会限制旅行团的数量和活动范围,以免打扰生活在这个偏远地区的人们的宁静生活。
想要体验独特的旅程,不妨联系他们。