From California condors soaring over the Grand Canyon to elk moving through volcanic pine forests, discover the wildlife that calls Arizona's varied landscapes home.
Arizona's dramatic range of elevation and terrain — from low desert to high-elevation forest — supports a remarkable diversity of wildlife. Species found in the Grand Canyon differ from those found in the volcanic highlands near Flagstaff, which differ again from those in the state's desert lowlands.
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READ GUIDE →Wildlife watching rewards patience and local knowledge, both of which a private guide brings. Because your vehicle carries only your party, we can stop when something appears rather than keeping to a fixed schedule. Our tours from Sedona, Flagstaff, Williams and Tusayan cross elk country, canyon rim and high desert in a single day.