Can you visit Supai village?
Can you visit Supai village? To be granted access, you'll need to be lucky enough to secure a highly coveted permit to Havasu Falls via a lottery held once annually, usually in February. Permit in hand, getting to Supai requires an eight-mile hike, riding by horse or mule, or taking a helicopter ride.
How much is the permit for Havasupai in 2023?
However, in 2023, visitors are required to stay a minimum of 3 nights. For the 3-night minimum stay, Havasu Falls permits in 2023 will cost $395/per person. Although these are the most expensive permits I've ever paid for, the unworldly experience of hiking to Havasu Falls is worth visiting!
Can you see Havasu Falls without a permit?
You cannot enter the Havasupai reservation without a permit. You used to be able to take a day hike to see Havasu Falls but day hikes are no longer allowed. To access the Havasupai waterfalls, you will need either a camping permit or a reservation at the Havasupai Lodge, the hotel on site.
How much does the Havasupai permit cost?
While the exact cost can change from year to year, we estimate the Havasupai permit cost to be around $395 to $500 per person. Typically, a minimum stay of 3 nights and 4 days is required. Reservations are 100% non-refundable and non-transferrable.
Why is the water at Havasu Falls so blue?
Calcium carbonate and magnesium occur naturally in the waters that feed Havasu Falls. The waters get their blue color from the magnesium. As the pools deepen, the calcium carbonate is slowly released from the water, creating blue water that becomes more brilliant as the relative magnesium content increases.
How fast do Havasupai permits sell out?
Havasupai Permits & Campground Reservations Be warned, Havasupai camping permits often sell out for the entire season within minutes.
What are the best months for Havasupai?
Havasupai Campground The best time to visit Havasu Falls is in the late fall, winter or early spring. During the summer months, plan to hike as early as possible to avoid the heat.
Why is Havasu Falls so expensive?
In a post, the Havasupai tribe said it made the decision to raise prices because the popular hiking and swimming spot in the Grand Canyon has gone viral and the demand for permits has greatly increased. “We have many more reservation requests than available campground spaces,” the post said.
Is Havasupai open in 2023?
During 2023, The Tribe will be welcoming tourists back to their lands. Reservations will begin February 1, 2023 for current permit holders.
Can you do Havasu Falls in one day?
Day trips into the waterfalls are not permitted. In addition, it's important to be physically fit enough to hike the 10 miles to the campground (read more about How to Get to Havasupai.) If you're in doubt, riding a helicopter is an option that reduces the hiking mileage to only 2 miles.