Discovery Week
Included with Your Stay
The Desert Challenge
Included with Your Stay
at Tucson, AZ
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Push Your Limits and Connect with Nature
Overview
Immerse yourself in the stunning Sonoran Desert and ignite your strength and spirit with Desert Challenge Week. Over the course of this action-packed week, expert guides will lead you through hiking, mountain biking, high ropes, intuitive archery, rock climbing, trail running, and more. Designed to challenge your body and awaken your spirit, this experience offers the perfect opportunity to push your limits, connect deeply with nature, and discover your wildest self.
Immerse yourself in the stunning Sonoran Desert and ignite your strength and spirit with Desert Challenge Week. Over the course of this action-packed week, expert guides will lead you through hiking, mountain biking, high ropes, intuitive archery, rock climbing, trail running, and more. Designed to challenge your body and awaken your spirit, this experience offers the perfect opportunity to push your limits, connect deeply with nature, and discover your wildest self.
The Program
An unforgettable experience designed just for you.
Join our rock-climbing experts for an unforgettable adventure in the Catalina Mountains, where you'll learn the art of climbing on natural granite and enjoy breathtaking views. All skill levels welcome. Sign-up required.
Learn MoreBuckle up for an unforgettable off-road adventure. Ride in style in our air-conditioned Jeep as you navigate twists, turns, and rugged terrain. Enjoy stunning views at an amphitheater surrounded by oak-covered hills, then unwind with a scenic one-mile hike before the ride back.
Learn MoreTake a leisurely walk down a paved path into the nighttime ambiance of a riparian canyon. Enjoy the current phase of the moon as it bathes you in its light, or retreats to let the stars share their brilliance.
Learn MoreEmbark on an exhilarating ropes challenge course, where you’ll conquer up to 16 elevated elements on two levels. Build your physical and mental strength as you work to navigate this adventure high above the ground. All levels welcome. Sign-up required.
Learn MoreDiscover the awe-inspiring Kartchner Caverns, the largest and most pristine living cave in the U.S.! Enjoy a 2-hour, easy-paced tour through one of the world's top mineralogical wonders. All levels welcome! Sign-up required.
Learn MoreTap into your primal instincts and feel the thrill of making fire with your own hands.
Learn MoreDiscover the wonder of nature and the night sky with military-grade night vision goggles. Join us for a relaxed night walk, where you'll see the world in a whole new light. Night vision reveals animals and stars long hidden from the naked eye. Sign up required.
Learn MoreEnjoy an invigorating one-hour trail run through the captivating beauty of the Sonoran Desert. Trail locations may vary and include hilly, uneven, and rocky terrain. This activity is suited for runners who can maintain a moderate pace over 4 miles. Sign-up required.
Learn MoreEnjoy an exclusive tour of our CR Vitality recovery studio. Learn about the self-led spaces featuring the latest technologies, treatments, and strategies for improved recovery, increased energy, better sleep, and more.
Learn MoreUnlock the full potential of your smart phone’s advanced camera and learn how to capture breathtaking images. We will guide you through essential photography techniques, including composition, camera settings, and enhancing your photos through editing.
Learn MoreEmbark on an exhilarating ropes challenge course, where you’ll conquer up to 16 elevated elements on two levels. Build your physical and mental strength as you work to navigate this adventure high above the ground. All levels welcome. Sign-up required.
Learn MoreBuckle up for an unforgettable off-road adventure. Ride in style in our air-conditioned Jeep as you navigate twists, turns, and rugged terrain. Enjoy stunning views at an amphitheater surrounded by oak-covered hills, then unwind with a scenic one-mile hike before the ride back.
Learn MoreTake a peaceful stroll down a paved path into a tranquil, tree-lined canyon. Let the soft glow of the moon guide your way — or embrace the quiet magic of starlit darkness.
Learn MoreExperience 12.5 miles of Arizona’s finest single-track trails, winding through the Sonoran Desert with rolling terrain, exciting descents, and breathtaking mountain views. Mountain biking skills are required. Sign-up is required.
Learn MoreEscape the chaos of the fast-paced world and dive into the concepts of grind, grit, and grace. Discover practices to help you design a life that feels balanced and true to you.
Learn MoreThis Sky Island Tour returns from Mount Lemmon under the soft glow of twilight. Travel through 8 biomes while you enjoy a scenic natural history tour on the way up, and photo stops of the forever sunset views and city lights on the drive back. Picnic dinner provided.
Learn MoreJoin our rock-climbing experts for an unforgettable adventure in the Catalina Mountains, where you'll learn the art of climbing on natural granite and enjoy breathtaking views. All skill levels welcome. Sign-up required.
Learn MoreBuckle up for an unforgettable off-road adventure. Ride in style in our air-conditioned Jeep as you navigate twists, turns, and rugged terrain. Enjoy stunning views at an amphitheater surrounded by oak-covered hills, then unwind with a scenic one-mile hike before the ride back.
Learn MoreTake a leisurely walk down a paved path into the nighttime ambiance of a riparian canyon. Enjoy the current phase of the moon as it bathes you in its light, or retreats to let the stars share their brilliance.
Learn MoreAlways Included
Frequently Asked Questions
This special event is open to all resort guests. You can come for two days, or stay all week and enjoy the programming featured in this event as part of your all-inclusive stay.
To get the most enjoyment from this event, we recommend you come on our Muscle Builder Designed Experience, which includes daily credits for you to enjoy our award-winning services.
Yes, a Wellness Guide can connect you with experts to personalize a diet or customize a fitness program.
Our standard policy requires a two-night deposit at the time of booking, fully refundable up to 21 days before arrival; deposit is forfeited with less than 21 days’ notice.
You may arrive at 8 am; your room may not be ready until 3 pm. Pack exercise wear in a carry-on for a quick start. Meet with a Wellness Guide. Lunch is included with early arrival. Check-out of your room is at noon, however you can stay on the property until 5pm with lunch being the last meal.
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