3 Hour Off-Road Sunset Safari to Grand Canyon with Entrance Gate Detour
Overview
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3 hours
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Grand Canyon Jeep Tours & Safaris offers comfortable, custom, safari vehicles with forward-facing bucket seats with large panoramic windows
Bi-Pass long lines at south entrance gate – we have had the back-road Forest permits since 1993!
View elk, deer and rare bird species in their natural environment!
Visit dramatic viewpoints such as Yavapai Point, Pipe Creek Canyon, Duck on a Rock Overlook and witness a magnificent Sunset at Grandview Point during this unhurried excursion.
Pick-up and drop-off at central location in Tusayan, Arizona.
This tour departs 2 hours before the sunset.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum 2 people - if less call direct at 928-638-5337
This tour departs two hours before sunset.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Grand Canyon South Rim
Voted best and most captivating 3 hour Sunset tour at Grand Canyon. Informative, local guides describe Grand Canyon geological formations, Native American history, mule and hiking trail systems, and the rich history of this region. Includes Tusayan pick-up, south entrance gate detour during 30 minute off-road excursion, viewing of native wildlife such as elk, deer and rare bird species in their natural environment; culminating at Grandview Point where the fading sunlight turns the Canyon into a kaleidoscope of colors.
Yavapai Point
See magnificent vistas, Colorado River and Phantom Ranch.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Gratuities
NON-U.S. RESIDENT National Park Entrance Fee for adults 16 and older. Non-U.S. residents will need to purchase fee/pass in order to enter national park.
Options
3 Hour Off-Road Sunset Safari to Grand Canyon with Entrance Gate Detour
Reviews
918 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
This was a great tour!...
Tessa H,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a great tour! Our guide Mike was able to give us a lot of information about the history of the area and canyon. He was very accommodating, willing to take pictures of us at the points, and super personable. The company was also great to work with- we had a delay flight and had no problem changing our tour to another day. Would definitely use again!
This was a great...
Cynthia D,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a great experience and took in several sites on the south rim as well as a drive through the forest roads. Our guide Sheila was awesome and made it fun. This was worth the time.
Just do it!!
John C,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide Sheila was awesome. She is knowledgeable, funny, and kind. The stops before the sunset at the Canyon were interesting and the sunset was just gorgeous! Be sure to bring some cash to tip your guide. We felt bad because we didn't have any. Nowadays we just use our debit or credit card and rarely carry cash.
Surrealism
meiraf2025,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing experience on our excursion. Seeing the Grand Canyon was a surreal experience! Then as a bonus we learned about the trees, plants and wildlife in the area along our journey.
Awesome tour!
Jennifer V,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our 3+ hour tour was so impressive, loved it all! Quick drives from place to place scenic areas, lots of info from Sheila the tour guide! The evening was topped off with a breath taking sunset with plenty of time to soak it in. Perfect way to start our visit to get a handle on the area and history, etc. Highly recommend !
Unbeatable views with a side of history
Rachael R,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Perhaps wear layers for the weather. It does get cooler at night. Make sure to bring water although the guide did have some small bottles of water just in case. Our guide was great with telling us about the history of the area and pointing out wildlife when we came upon it. He also showed us a few great spots for photo ops and was patient to let us experience it all. The sunset was gorgeous as the colors change and reflect off the rock. Well worth the price to see such beautiful sights and learn.
Amazing
jos sT2557KK,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide Werner was amazing! We learned, saw spectacular views, laughed. Definitely recommend!
Great experience
Amanda N,Mar 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience, zooming along in the open sided truck. Mike our guide was very informal and was happy to answer questions as we went along explaining about trees, animals as well as a bit of history and rock formations. Yes it can get very chilly on the way back so remember a jacket but there were blankets in the truck and a little water bottle. The canyon looks so different depending on the sun so worth seeing as it sets. A one-off experience
It's a good time
Jennifer H,Mar 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We loved our tour with Shelia. She was funny and informative. We had families, a group of friends, and ourselves, a GenXer couple, on the tour. Everyone seemed to enjoy their time. We learned about the flora and fauna or the area along with the geological history and 19th-20th century history. It is definitely worth the trip. The sunset was great to see in the canyon.
Great tour!
kathygU5676GI,Mar 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience! Our guide, Tyler, was knowledge and friendly. Our 3 hour tour stopped three times and Tyler pointed out things and told stories. We even saw an elk grazing close-up. The last stop was at sun set, beautiful. The weather was perfect, temperate dropped quickly at sunset, blankets were provided. Recommend this tour.
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