Zion Details and Information
Tips and Information for a successful trip!
Summer is winding down and before we know it, we will be gathering in the breath-taking Zion National Park.
We wanted to put all of the important and useful information you may need for your adventure in one, convenient place:
If you haven’t done so already, now is the time to download WhatsApp. This is how we will be communicating with our retreat group prior to and during our adventure.
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Once flights are booked and travel information is complete please take a moment to fill our the Travel Information Form.
Fill out your Zion Canyon Hot Springs Waiver
Travel Arrangments
Flight Information
Saint George Municipal Airport-SGU (approximately 1 hour drive)
Las Vegas McCarran International Airport-LAS(approximately 3 hour drive)
Shuttle Transportation
If you are flying in to Saint George and need transportation to Springdale:
Red Rock Shuttle: 435.635.9104
If you are flying in to Las Vegas and need transportation to Springdale:
Saint George Shuttle: http://www.stgshuttle.com/
Saint George Express: https://saltlakeexpress.com/
Rental Car Parking
There is ample parking at NamaStay Vacation & Retreat Village should you wish to rent a car from the airport you chose.
Nama-Stay Retreat Center
111 Juniper Lane in Springdale, UT, 84767
Nama-Stay is less than half a mile from the Zion National Park main entrance and 500 feet from the nearest Free Shuttle stop. It is also five minutes by foot to several different restaurants, a grocery store, gifts shops, and more.
Please note, check in is at 4:00pm. As a boutique retreat center, they are not able to provide early check in.
Packing List + Itinerary (Save These!)
Sunday Adventure + Narrows Hike
Book your Sunday Adventure Today!
Most of Sunday is for exploring! After breakfast, the day is yours until dinner at 5pm. Whether you choose canyoneering, e-biking, hiking, shopping in Springdale, or simply relaxing, there are plenty of ways to enjoy Zion.
We highly, HIGHLY recommend you try Canyoneering on Sunday.
This is a once-in-a-lifetime way to explore Zion in an unforgettable way. Canyoneering consists of a few different components, including rappelling, hiking, down-climbing, and navigating through the water-carved slot canyons that is unique to the Zion area. No experience is necessary - really!
Cost is $144.12 for this 4 hour excursion
Cost not included in the price of retreat
Signing up is easy, if you want to join us for Canyoneering just fill out the form below and Rock Odyssey will send you a personalized invoice.
Sign Up For Canyoneering
*Please reserve your spot no later than July 15th.
At 5pm, we’ll gather back together for dinner before heading to Zion Canyon Hot Springs, Zion’s newest attraction and a brand-new addition to our retreat experience. This relaxing evening excursion is included in the price of your retreat.
Zion Canyon Hot Springs
202 W 300 S
La Verkin, UT 84745
Website: zioncanyonhotsprings.com
Additional Sunday Options:
If canyoneering isn’t your style, let’s find something that is!
May we suggest renting an e-bike?
Take a ride through the National Park. There are several, well marked trails and audible guides you can download to your phone.
Reserve Your Bike with Zion Guru.
Or horse back riding through the canyons?
Experience Zion National Park from a unique perspective on a scenic horseback excursion through some of the park’s most iconic landscapes. As you ride along winding trails, you'll be surrounded by towering sandstone cliffs, lush riverbanks, and sweeping desert vistas that showcase the natural beauty of this remarkable destination.
Book Your Horse Back Ride: Canyonrides.com
If a relaxing spa day sounds nice.
We recommend a holistic massage experience with Massage Zion.
Book Your Massage with Massage Zion or call 435-669-4469.
Zion Narrows Hike on Monday
The Zion Narrows hike is an amazing adventure into a river system cradled by 1500 foot tall sandstone walls. Unlike any other hike in the world, the Narrows hike requires hiking in and crossing through the Virgin River as it cuts through Zion National Park.
We have reserved specialized footwear, dry gear, walking sticks for each of you from Zion Guru.
Your gear can be picked up Sunday between 2:00pm-7:30pm. We will provide details and instructions on obtaining your park pass upon arrival.
As noted on the packing list, we recommend bringing a small backpack for your lunch, water bottle and other supplies for the hike.
Want to research this hike and the Zion national park? Click here. Looking for a good guide book to read up about Zion National Park? We recommend 'Lonely Planet Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks 5' (National Parks Guide).
We absolutely can not wait to share this special place with you.
From your travel to your yoga classes and all the adventures in between, we want your retreat to be an escape from your everyday life and into a world of adventure and beauty.
If you have any questions, please reach out! Send us a quick note on the WhatsApp and we will respond as soon as possible.
See you in Zion soon - Haley & Amanda
