Witness One Of Arizona's Largest Vortexes With An Easy Hike To An Iconic Red Rock Oasis

Arizona is renowned for its gorgeous landscapes, ranging from vast deserts filled with Saguaro cacti to rugged mountains and epic canyons — including, of course, the iconic Grand Canyon, the largest in the United States and one of the most-visited tourist destinations in the country. The southwestern state attracts travelers from around the world, and no trip is complete without visiting the town of Sedona, Arizona's hiking paradise, and its surrounding landmarks. It holds a unique magic that many locals and visitors attribute to its special energy vortexes. The Sedona vortexes are believed to be centers of energy that are conducive to healing, meditation, and spiritual awakening. Some claim that visiting Sedona can transform your life.

Energy vortexes — like the ones found in Sedona — are located all around the world in iconic places like the Pyramids of Giza, Stonehenge, and Machu Picchu. All of Sedona is considered to be a vortex, but there are certain places where the energy is believed to radiate strongest; Bell Rock is one of the most well-known and the most popular. It is said to hold a lively energy that inspires self-assurance, personal purpose, and inner power. Many visitors claim to feel energized and motivated after a visit to the mysterious Bell Rock. What are you waiting for?

The easiest and most interesting way to experience Bell Rock is by taking a tour with a local guide who knows the area. Viator offers a variety of tours, including a private guided hike to Bell Rock and a curated spiritual experience that allows you to immerse yourself in the vortex energy. Your guide will teach you about the vortex energy specific to Bell Rock and help guide you through meditation at the site.

Travelers who attended this tour described it as "extraordinary" and an "unmatched experience." In a review on Tripadvisor, one attendee wrote, "Crystal is an excellent guide, this lady has wisdom to share. My family learned so much about nature and ourselves, we are still talking about what we learned two weeks later. The mediation she guided us through at Bell Rock was very inspiring to us. We highly recommend her, and the knowledge she has to share."

To reach Bell Rock, you'll need to embark on a short hike that's moderately challenging. Easy access to the rock formation is available via the Bell Rock Loop Trail, which is about 1.5 miles long and takes under an hour to complete if you hike straight through. While the hike itself is relatively easy, with a 700-foot elevation gain, the summit climb to the top of the rock formation is challenging and should be completed with caution. Booking a private tour with Viator makes the trip easy with round-trip transportation from your Sedona hotel, perfect for those looking for a relaxing, luxurious getaway.