Overview
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4 hours
Mobile ticket
Small group Jeep/SUV tours of the San Andreas Fault zone. Colorful canyons and tortured landscape make this tour a memorable once in a lifetime adventure. Also enjoy the area's agriculture, views of the Salton Sea. This is a group tour.
This activity has a 2 person requirement for the tour to run. If you are a single rider, please call first.
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Age limit is 6 years old
What To Expect
Salton Sea
Great vistas of the largest body of water in the state of California
San Andreas Fault
Guests will get into the heart of what geologists have called "the most tortured landscape on earth". Several off road trails provide our access to the incredible and otherworldly San Andreas Fault zone.
Options
Departure
What‘s Included
Professional guide
Bottled water
Hotel drop-off (selected hotels only)
Snacks
Food and drinks, unless specified
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
331 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Sublime times on the San Andreas
barb p,May 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It is well worth the time to do this. It was hot but manageable Captain Ron brought the entire fault zone to life
San Andreas Fault off-road tour
K1999ELellieb,May 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really great tour with Ben. He was very knowledgeable and did a great job providing info on the San Andreas Fault and lots of info on the rock formations, wildlife (mainly birds).
Big Wheel San Andreas amazing off-road tour.
ASRSKSSS,May 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We booked tickets for the Big Wheel San Andreas Fault Off-road tour and have to say our guide - Ben was absolutely amazing..more than words can describe! His in depth knowledge of the geology and even more impressive knowledge of the wildlife, especially the bird life was incredible. One of the best tour guides we have experienced. We highly recommend and suggest you try and have Ben as your guide.
Highly Recommended Tour
leebG5369IS,May 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed the tour on April 11, 2026. Our guide, Ron, is very knowledgeable and informative about whatever we were seeing. He kept up a running commentary about what we were seeing on the way to the fault area, including farming practices and the rise and fall of the Salton Sea. We learned a lot about the violent geology, desert life and history of the area. I highly recommend the tour.
Fun and exciting experience
garrettbC3554ZR,Apr 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time! Ben was very enthusiastic and knowledgeable. We got to see some really cool scenery, and he taught us a lot about the geology, plants, and animals in the area.
Fantastic tour. Not to be missed.
George K,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic tour. Our guide Ron, was terrific. He was extremely knowledgeable and explained everything very well. He took us to the most incredible sights. Many times it looked like we were on another planet. Plus he had great snacks. I highly recommend this tour.
Offroad San Andreas Fault tour
516StephenN,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Mr. Chang was excellent!! Very knowledgeable, friendly and an excellent guide. He knew his subject and was very familiar about the terrain we traversed. Off road ride was comfortable, not rushed. Strongly recommended.
A wonderful time at Painted Canyon
Daydream35457546180,Mar 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our San Andreas Fault tour with Sarah of Big Wheel Tours was a highlight of our vacation. Sarah possesses a wealth of knowledge ranging from from wildlife to geology to flowers, and we were delighted to be able to learn quite a bit from her about the area. She also loves what she does and it clearly showed. Big Wheel Tours aims to please; I wanted to climb up the ladders to the slot canyons, and Sarah made sure to include this in our tour. I heartily recommend Big Wheel Tours - and make sure to ask for Sarah!
It was obvious that the...
Barry M,Mar 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was obvious that the tour guide, Sara, had a lot of passion and was very knowledgeable regarding all the many things she was describing on the tour. We were fortunate to have had this experience with Sara.
a Great Time!
Naomie R,Mar 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Had a great time on this tour. Learned so much about the region and its geology. Our tour guide was so knowledgeable and engaging. Will be recommending this tour a LOT!!
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