Joshua Tree National Park Scenic Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3–5 hours
- Price from
- $127 / person
- Location
- Palm Springs, United States
- Rating
- 4.7 / 5 · 596 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 9
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Outdoor Adventures, Inc.
- Meeting point
- This departure is daily at 9:30 a.m. and 2:00 pm for the afternoon tour.The afternoon is a great choice as we get back at 4:30 p.m. just in time for a cowboy western dinner in the area! We have lots of recommendations.
Description
Head out on this a small group tour into Joshua Tree National Park conducted on a comfortable touring Van. Gawk at the amazing contortions of rock that create an amazing landscape of vibrant colors against the bluest sky in California! Your expert guide will illuminate your understanding about how this landscape was created and share the stories of the Indians and settlers who lived here. See the most iconic and most photographed places in the park as well as stop at a viewpoint where you can see all the way to Mexico! This tour will visit the most iconic locations in the park including it's legendary giant boulders, learn about the forces of the San Andreas Fault that jolt the landscape beneath Joshua Tree itself. SCHEDULE Morning Tours: Palm Desert Mortons Daily. 8 am to 1:30 pm Palm Springs Art Museum Daily 8:30 am to 1:30 pm Yucca Valley Welcome Center Daily 9:30 am to 12:30 pm Note: Park Entrance of $15 pp is NOT included in the price.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 8:30 AM, 9:30 AM, and 1:30 PM
- Next available
- Sat, Oct 17
- Adult (ages 17+)
- $127
- Child (ages 0–16)
- $95
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
In demand: 16 of the next 60 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Joshua Tree National Park
We provide you an informative and entertaining tour of Joshua Tree with one of our professional geology guides. You will explore the park with a professional eco guide while you explore the ancient geological landscape that was once the home of the Serrano Indians. We also take you to the most photographed places in the park and take a walk in an area where you can find Indian cave drawings and even an old dam left by cowboys long past.
Cap Rock Trail
Explore with your guide enormous rock formations exposed at the Earths surface that were produced by the very forces of the San Andreas Fault miles beneath. Here rocks seem to precariously balance upon one another in a fight between gravity and subterranean forces. A 30 minute optional guided walk is made here.
Intersection Rock
This iconic rock formation is one of the most popular places in the park for rock climbers. Gawk at the climbers as they challenge the perils of the 3rd dimension.
Barker Dam Trail
Take an optional hike with your Wilderness guide on this Trail originally lay down by the Cowboys. This will take you by Indian petroglyphs as well as a water resource that is used by high elevation Bighorn Sheep and deer. This area is surrounded with 20 million year old Miocene rock formations that are the vaunted destination for expert rock climbers all over the world.
Keys View
Gawk at a view that stretches for hundreds of miles. From this high point in Joshua Tree you can see as far as the Salton Sea and all the way down to Mexico on a clear day. You might even be able to make out your hotel on this escarpment that borders the famous San Andreas Fault. Look below this ledge we will stop at and you will see the fault line itself which stretches for over 800 miles.
What's included
Included
Bottled water
Expert national park guide
Snacks
General Admission
Air-conditioned vehicle
Fuel surcharge
Not included
Gratuity
Sunscreen
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.7
596 reviews
How it compares in Palm Springs
- No. 4 by number of reviews among 135 tours in Palm Springs
- Starting price $127 is close to the typical $139 for tours of similar length in Palm Springs
Excurgo comparison of 135 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Dress in light clothes in the summer and layers in the winter. It is 20 to 30 degrees cooler in the high desert
- Wear comfortable walking shoes
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund. There is a 4 person minimum to run this tour.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Joshua Tree National Park Scenic Tour take?
Joshua Tree National Park Scenic Tour lasts about 3–5 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
How much does Joshua Tree National Park Scenic Tour cost?
Prices start at $127 per person for this Palm Springs experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Joshua Tree National Park Scenic Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:30 AM, 9:30 AM, and 1:30 PM.
How much does Joshua Tree National Park Scenic Tour cost for children?
Children aged 0–16 pay from $95, adults from $127.
Does Joshua Tree National Park Scenic Tour sell out?
It can: 16 of the next 60 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Joshua Tree National Park Scenic Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is This departure is daily at 9:30 a.m. and 2:00 pm for the afternoon tour. The afternoon is a great choice as we get back at 4:30 p.m. just in time for a cowboy western dinner in the area! We have lots of recommendations. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Joshua Tree National Park Scenic Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 9 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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