Great Salt Lake Safari - Discover Antelope Island
Overview
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4 hours
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Embark on a unique journey to Antelope Island, where rugged terrain meets the serene salt flats of the Great Salt Lake.
As a former African safari guide and local expert, I’ll tailor the tour to your interests—whether it’s wildlife, birding, or capturing stunning landscapes.
With small group sizes, you’ll enjoy a more intimate, personalized experience, free from the crowds of larger tours.
Flexible trip durations and custom start times ensure your adventure fits your schedule, whether you’re here for a quick escape or a deeper exploration.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
4-hour adventure to Antelope Island in the Great Salt Lake features stunning landscapes and diverse wildlife, ideal for nature lovers, bird watchers, and photographers. Led by a Utah native and former African safari guide with expertise in local ecology and history. Highlights: Scenic Drive: Enjoy a drive onto the island with panoramic views of the Great Salt Lake and Wasatch Mountains. Learn about the island’s history, geology, and ecology. Wildlife: Explore varied habitats and spot herds of bison, pronghorn antelope, and mule deer. Birding: Antelope Island is a birding paradise. We'll look for species like American avocet, bald eagles, and burrowing owls. Wetlands and salt flats attract migratory birds year-round. Photography: Capture dramatic landscapes and wildlife. Your guide offers tips on composition and technique. Ecological Insights: Learn about the lake’s high salinity and it's impact on local flora and fauna. Buffalo Point: If you're up for a short hike, we'll visit one of the most panoramic vistas in the Great Salt Lake! Note: Biting gnats may be present April–May, with more time spent in the vehicle, but you won’t miss the sights or wildlife. Adventure Awaits!
What‘s Included
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Sunscreen and insect repellent are recommended
Pickup points
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Options
Great Salt Lake Safari - Discover Antelope Island
Varies by group size: Due to Salt Lake's ongoing air quality issues, we prioritize using electric, hybrid vehicles and downsizing when possible.
Pickup included
Add Sunset Experience
Sunset over Great Salt Lake: Additional 30 to 40 minutes to hike to Buffalo Point at sunset. Trip start times depend on when sun will be setting.
Pickup included
Reviews
90 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Perfect catered outing for beautiful sights & history!
Jenean N,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Clayton was an affable, communicative, reliable and knowledgeable tour guide/enthusiast! He delivered a conveniently personable experience - his thorough knowledge of the land, animals and culture is incredibly vast and impressive. Highly recommend solo or in small group settings!
We learned so much and it seemed were touring with a life long friend or relative
patrickh745,,Dec 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour picked us up right on time at our requested location. The group is small so it made the trip a lot more intimate and personal. Our guide, Clayton, was very knowledgeable about the flora and fauna , conservation, history and future of the Great Salt Lake and Antelope island. He was so easy to talk to and very friendly; it made our four hour tour fly by. The trip concluded with a nice hike up highest hill on Antelope Island where you could really see how the Great Salt Lake changed over time. We are so glad we decided to take this tour instead of driving ourselves around the state park.
Loved it!
F1024RZlisaa,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This excursion was very fun!! We spent the morning driving around finding various birds, coyotes, and bison - lots of bison. Clayton is very knowledgeable about the islands animals and geology as well as Salt Lake City's history. He is an excellent guide and reads his group well to keep the tour engaging. Highly recommend going on the safari!!
Clayton, the best tour guide
ICHUN C,,Dec 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Clayton knows Salt Lake City inside and out — from its geography and geology to the wildlife and plant life. We were really lucky to have him as our guide, and he made the trip truly meaningful.
An amazing experience!
Jintana C,,Dec 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00What a great way to see the Great Salt Lake and wildlife! I didn't know anything about Antelope Island and booked this on a whim, and I'm really glad I did! The landscape, bison, and other animals were jaw dropping, and Clayton had an abundance of knowledge about ecology, hydrology, geology, etc. etc. but shared that in a way that was accessible and interesting and enhanced the experience. The pickup and drop-off at my hotel were a big help. I definitely recommend this and would do it again in a different season to see the Island and animals in different conditions.
Great tour—a must see
Sandy S,,Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Clayton does an excellent job relating information and engaging those on the tour. He’s very knowledgeable. We really enjoyed it!
I had a great time!...
Katherine C,,Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I had a great time! Clayton was super knowledgeable and personable. Would highly recommend for anyone wanting a more in-depth tour than just driving through!
best tour we have ever had
john k,,Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00tour was very informative ....guide was friendly & made you feel very comfortable.....went above & beyond to satisfy the customer.....great tour
Great time with Safari Utah!
Jose A,,Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00First time in SLC and I found Clayton through Viator. I had a great private tour of Antelope Island, hike and amazing views. Clayton was professional, knew the ecology well & shared his passion for the environment. Highly recommend Safari Utah.
A fun and leisurely tour!
Valerie G,,Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Clayton gave us an excellent tour of Antelope Island! He was very knowledgeable about the history and animals on the island. He identified all types of birds and even knew the names of all the stomachs of a bison! He had a comfortable, clean vehicle and let us view the island at a leisurely pace. We were glad to have such a nice local show us around and definitely recommend Safari Utah!
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