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Great experience. Leslie...
Great experience. Leslie was a wonderful tour guide and it was a very informative and interesting tour. Highly recommend.
Palm Springs Windmill Guided Tour by Golf Cart
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 30min
- Price from
- $55 / person
- Location
- Palm Springs, United States
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 30 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 5
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Palm Springs Windmill Tours
- Meeting point
- Located on the North side of I-10 along 20th Avenue. From the I-10, off exit 120 and continue on 20th for 1 mile, or from Palm Springs, take N. Indian Canyon over the I-10 Hwy and make a left on 20th and continue 1 mile. We are located on the right. Big signs greet you along the way.
Description
Our tour is the only wind farm tour on a private wind farm. We are the first commercial wind farm in the San Gorgonia Pass. We provide a historical and future perspective starting from the early 1980's during the Wind Rush to today. We cover renewable energy including wind, solar and battery storage.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 8:45 AM, 9:45 AM, 10:45 AM, 11:45 AM, and 12:45 PM
- Next available
- Sat, Oct 10
- Adult (ages 18+)
- $55
- Child (ages 4–17)
- $55
In demand: 42 of the next 150 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 9.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Join a guided golf cart tour on a private wind farm. Learn about the history of wind turbines and how they work. Start your tour with a video in the tour center. Then a tour guide will take guests on an electric golf cart around our private wind farm. We take a trip back in time to the present day. Learn about the successes and failures of inventors and engineers at the beginning of the "wind rush" in the 80's to the modern sleek designs we see today. Hear how the farm was started by a single investor and how it has grown into an energy corridor. Get up close to an operating modern turbine as tall as the Statue of Liberty. See real working wind turbines over 400 feet tall. Learn about the inner workings of wind turbines and how they contribute to the power grid. From tour novices to engineers, everyone will leave the tour with a better understanding of how this renewable energy is quickly becoming part of our energy solution. This tour is fun for the entire family.
What's included
Included
Golf Cart driven by guide
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
30 reviews
How it compares in Palm Springs
- Rated higher than 75% of 55 reviewed tours in Palm Springs
- No. 42 by number of reviews among 135 tours in Palm Springs
- Starting price $55 is 60% below the typical $139 for tours of similar length in Palm Springs
Excurgo comparison of 135 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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 Palm Springs Windmill Guided Tour by Golf Cart take?
Palm Springs Windmill Guided Tour by Golf Cart lasts about 1h 30min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Palm Springs Windmill Guided Tour by Golf Cart cost?
Prices start at $55 per person for this Palm Springs experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Palm Springs Windmill Guided Tour by Golf Cart run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:45 AM, 9:45 AM, 10:45 AM, 11:45 AM, and 12:45 PM.
How much does Palm Springs Windmill Guided Tour by Golf Cart cost for children?
Children aged 4–17 pay from $55, adults from $55.
Does Palm Springs Windmill Guided Tour by Golf Cart sell out?
It can: 42 of the next 150 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Palm Springs Windmill Guided Tour by Golf Cart 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 Located on the North side of I-10 along 20th Avenue. From the I-10, off exit 120 and continue on 20th for 1 mile, or from Palm Springs, take N. Indian Canyon over the I-10 Hwy and make a left on 20th and continue 1 mile. We are located on the right. Big signs greet you along the way. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Palm Springs Windmill Guided Tour by Golf Cart 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 5 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Reviews(30)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
W
Great Tour!
Loved the tour and learning about the history of the wind industry and all the wind turbines. We had a spectacular time and really enjoyed the whole experience. You should go!!
K
Fascinating Facts!
An excellent tour!! Fascinating, informative, friendly. Thank you for hosting this tour so we can all benefit!!
Operator response
Thank you Kristina for joining us!
T
Great learning experience
Great experience. Learned a lot!
Operator response
Thanks for joining us!
D
Excellent tour of the giant windmills seen off of the freeway
We have always seen the giant windmills off of I-10 near Palm Springs. Have always been curious about them. Today we got to see them up and in person. The tour starts with a 15-20 minute video about the windmill farm and the inner workings of the windmills. Bill was our tour guide and took us on a golf cart tour of the property. Was very informative and everything we could have hoped for in a tour. We also got to talk to a scientist (doctor) on property. Total length of tour was about 1.5-2 hours.
Operator response
Hello 👋 and thank you for joining us! We love it when our guests fully take it all in.
4
Highly recommend this tour
Bill was our tour guide and he made the tour fun while giving us so much information! Tour only last about 1.5 hours which was perfect as it was hot out! Highly recommend this tour!! Great value!
Operator response
Thank you for joining us and bearing the heat!
S
Essential Palm Springs experience.
Great experience! Helps you understand the history and value of wind power, plus the setting is breath-taking.
Operator response
Thank you for joining us!
K
Sun, Wind & A Fun Ride
The history along with seeing early windmills and being up close to these giant structures is fantastic. The guide was knowledgeable & fun. Photo ops so I can share my experience. A comfortable golf cart. With all of the windmills in the Palm Springs, why not learn more about them.
Operator response
Thank you for joining!
J
Very informative...
Very informative presentation on history and technology of wind power. Excellent exhibits and film. All your questions will be answered!
Operator response
Thanks for joining us!
D
Bill provided detailed...
Bill provided detailed information about the history and current wind power! I highly recommend this informative tour
Operator response
Thank you for your feedback!
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