NOTICE: HAVASUPAi FALLS IS STILL CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
Permits to Havasu Falls typically go on sale February 1st of each year. Although the Havasupai Tribe is hopeful to reopen this beautiful sanctuary to the public again, there is no exact date of when that will happen. Permits for 2021 will be sold at a later date than usual. Please check back when a date is announced.
Havasu Falls is the most famous of the aqua-blue Havasupai Waterfalls that spill over deep-orange, travertine cliffs in a desert oasis of stunning beauty. The stark contrast between the arid desert landscape of the Havasu Canyon and the lush vegetation near the water is a juxtaposition of harsh desert and a sumptuous tropical paradise. The five Havasupai Falls include: Navajo Falls, Fifty Foot Falls, Havasu Falls, Mooney Falls and Beaver Falls. All are located on the Havasupai indian reservation in a side canyon of the Grand Canyon. The waterfalls of the Grand Canyon are like no other in the world, and visiting them is the opportunity of a lifetime.
Opening Day: TBD
Tip: Opening Day is when campground reservations for the entire 2021 season go on sale. Last year, all reservations sold out within hours on the first day. If you want a chance at getting a reservation, create an account on https://www.havasupaireservations.com prior to opening day of sales and be ready to go by 8 AM on when the reservation calendar for the entire 2021 season opens up.
ALL visits to Havasupai and Havasu Falls require a reservation made PRIOR to arrival.
The campground is a "camp wherever you want" campground running for over a mile on both sides of Havasu Creek between Havasu Falls and Mooney Falls in the Grand Canyon.
PRICING AND RESERVATION RULES
There is only one name on the reservation - and a reservation is only valid if the person named on the reservation is present at the Tourist Check-in Office in the Village of Supai (on the way to the campground) with photo ID - otherwise the reservation is NOT valid and will NOT be honored. People included on your reservation may reimburse you for up to the face value cost of their spot on your reservation. Native American discounts are processed upon check-in with a valid reservation and identification. All reservations are paid in full at the time the reservation is made and are non-refundable, non-transferable, and non-changeable. Reselling of reservations (in whole or in part) is strictly prohibited. Trip/travel insurance is thus highly recommended.
WHAT HAPPENS IF I DON'T GET A PERMIT BEFORE IT ALL SELLS OUT? CAN I STILL GO?
Maybe! There is a possibility of purchasing permits throughout the year via HavasupauReservations.com. This website allows those who were able to get a permit to sell it back through the website. The prices remain the same as if you had been able to purchase it directly from the website when permits were first released. This permit cancel/transfer is only for the purpose of allowing those with who got permits who are no longer able to make the trip the opportunity to get their money back since there are no refunds through the Havasupai Tribe. It also allows the name on the permit to be reregistered to the new permit owner. Because it is an exchange, dates, number of days at the falls and number of people permitted are subject to the permit being released. Check the website often to see availability.
» To see available permits, create an account on HavasupaiReservations.com or sign in, and click the There are no roads to the Supai village. Access to the village is via trail that begins at Hualapai Hilltop. From Hualapai Hilltop, it is 8 miles to the Supai village and 2 additional miles to camping and waterfalls. * Please Note: Hiking in the middle of the day is not wise, especially during the summer months. Most hikers begin just before sunrise to take advantage of the cooler morning temperatures. There is no drinking water available at any point along the hike. Each person should carry a minimum of 1 gallon of water to avoid dehydration. Hiking at night is not recommended. Helicopter travel is provided by Airwest Helicopters and is weather dependent. Cost for a helicopter ride into the canyon is $85 per person each way. Each person is allowed 1 carry-on bag. Any additional luggage is charged by the weight. Children 2 years and younger fly free. Reservations for helicopters cannot be made. You must show up at Hualapai Hilltop and sign in before 10am. Tribal members receive priority boarding. Tourists are boarded on a first come, first served basis. It takes approximately 15 minutes to fly from Havasupai Hilltop to the Supai village. In order to see the waterfalls, you will still need to hike 2+ miles from the village. For more information, call Airwest Helicopters (623) 516- 2790. Take A Stand Against Animal Cruelty - Hike & Carry Your Own Gear or Take a Helicopter The Lodge- Reservations can be made by telephone (928) 448-2111. Cost of a room with two double beds is $145 plus 10% tax per room, per night (maximum four people per room). There are only 24 rooms available and they tend to book very quickly. Campground There are enough camp sites to host 300 campers per night. Reservations can be made via phone (928) 448-2121. The tribe begins taking reservations on February 1st of each year and sites book up very quickly. The campsites themselves are not assigned. They are given on a fist come, first served basis when you arrive at the bottom of the canyon. Campsites cost $25 (plus 10% tax) per person, per night. Havasu canyon is open to visitors year round; however, peak tourist season is May through September. Water temperatures average 60 -70 degrees Fahrenheit during these months. Monsoon season in Arizona begins in mid- July and extends through August. Heavy rains cause flash floods during this time and evacuation of visitors due to high water is not unheard of. The shoulder season of September through November, March and April tend to have comfortable air temperatures; however, the water will be chilly. Winter months of December through February are cold despite the dry climate and swimming and camping are only for the bravest and toughest visitors. Staying in the lodge during the winter is a more comfortable option for the not-so-hot-blooded individuals. If you are camping, you are responsible for bringing all necessities for sleeping and cooking for yourself. There is drinking water available in the village and at the campsites or you can bring a strong filtration system and drink from the river. Composting toilets are available in several locations in the canyon. Occasionally, TP runs low so it is wise to bring your own! There is a store in the village that provides basic necessities; however, everything is flown in via helicopter so don’t expect any cheap prices and availability may be restricted. For those not wishing to cook for themselves, a cafe near the lodge in Supai village serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. The lodge is equipped with WiFi and electricity for those of you who can’t imagine a day without the internet. The Havasupai tribe is very generous to open their land to visitors and share their beautiful waterfalls with the world. Please keep in mind that the natural landscape is fragile. Try to decrease your impact by staying on trails and taking any trash out with you. Firearms, alcohol, recreational drugs and drones are all illegal on the Havasupai reservation. Please refrain from laud behavior and treat the land and the people with respect. Last but not least, enjoy your trip and take lots of photos!How To Get To Havasupai Falls
Anyone who wishes to visit the waterfalls must choose one of three options:
Hike
Helicopter
Pack Mule
Where to Stay At Havasupai Falls
When To Visit Havasupai Falls
Amenities Available at Havasupai Falls
Rules and Respect
How long should you stay?
Most people like to stay 2-3 nights. That will give you enough time to visit all the falls at a leisurely hiking and playing in the water pace. Also this is typically the amount of food and water supplies that most visitors are willing to hike in with. If you choose to stay longer and need a larger amount of supplies, consider sending a member of your party down in a helicopter with your supplies rather than using a pack mule.
The Havasupai Tribe currently sits on 188,077 acres of land in the southwest part of the Grand Canyon. When the Grand Canyon was originally established in 1919, the Tribe was allotted 518 acres in a nearby side canyon, but have since returned back to their original homelands, which includes the beautiful blue-green waterfalls they share with us today. These lands are sacred to them and they draw their strength and spirituality from it.
The population for the Havasupai Tribe is 640 and tourism is their main industry. Packing animals for trips, accommodating guests and providing other services for the tribal enterprise is their main source of revenue. The nearest community to the Reservation is Peach Springs, 64 miles southwest from Hualapai Hilltop. The Havasupai Reservation consists of plateaus dissected by deep canyons, most notable geographic features include “The Great Thumb,†Long Mesa, and Tenderfoot Mesa, which converge on the Coconino Plateau at the south end of the reservation. Havasu (Cataract) Canyon, which is where the waterfalls are located, has a varied topography of the plateaus, gentle, rolling slopes, to escarpments of Kaibab Limestone.
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