Joshua Tree National Park Scenic Tour
Overview
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Head out on this a small group tour into Joshua Tree National Park conducted on an exciting air-conditioned H2 Hummer or 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.
Additional Info
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 Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
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.
What‘s Included
General Admission
Bottled water
Expert national park guide
Snacks
Air-conditioned vehicle
Fuel surcharge
Gratuity
Sunscreen
Options
Welcome Center H2 Hummer 1:30
This is a small group H2 Humme: This is a classic H2 Hummer that can accommodate up to five passengers. This leaves right from the California Welcome Center.
Starting point:
California Welcome Center, 56711 29 Palms Hwy, Yucca Valley, CA 92284, USA
Welcome Center Van 9:30 am
Duration: 3 hours: This leaves closer to the entrance of Joshua Tree National Park at the Yucca Valley Welcome Center located at 56711 Hwy 62.
Enclosed and heated van: This makes a nice 3-hour tour and expect to be back between 12:30 and 1:00 p.m.
Starting point:
California Welcome Center, 56711 29 Palms Hwy, Yucca Valley, CA 92284, USA
Welcome Center Van 1:30 p.m.
Duration: 3 hours
Sunset tour : Enjoy the park during the last light of day as well as when it is at its warmest. A great option for photographers.
Starting point:
California Welcome Center, 56711 29 Palms Hwy, Yucca Valley, CA 92284, USA
Palm Springs Museum Van 8:30
Duration: 5 hours
Heated Enclosed Adventure van : This leaves directly in front of the famous Palm Springs Art Museum at the bottom of the Museum stairs. Returns about 1:30 pm
Starting point:
Palm Springs Art Museum, 101 N Museum Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262, USA
Welcome Center H2 Hummer 9:30
Duration: 3 hours
H2 Hummer - 3 hours: This is a small group option in a H2 enclosed Hummer. It seats a maximum capacity of 5.
Starting point:
California Welcome Center, 56711 29 Palms Hwy, Yucca Valley, CA 92284, USA
Reviews
539 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Things we enjoyed in Joshua Tree National Park
vottaj69,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We have gone to Joshua Tree National Park twice over the past three years. The first time we hiked several trails, enjoyed the cactus garden. We also drove to the Lookout area for some great views of the valley. Also on our drive we saw Many Joshua trees as well as many cool rock formations like Split Rock. The trails are not too strenuous and scenic. This past time we went to the park, we continued hiking trails we missed last time, like Hidden Valley Trail. We also stayed until darkness. We saw a nice sunset and then did some star gazing. The park has no lights or buildings so the sky is clear for some great stargazing! I recommend sticking around for darkness
Not worth the money
I1201VUkareng,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00Typically I like to take a guided tour because I like to get the guide's expertise on an area. In this case, while the park is huge, it is easily drivable. I would definitely download an audio tour and follow it in my own car at my own pace. Your car is going to be way more comfortable, with better views, than sitting in a passenger van with 7 strangers and a guide that frankly played desert themed music for much of the tour. It'll also be way less expensive, for sure. Make sure to stop in at the gift shop and talk to a real park ranger about what you should not miss.
Great intro to the park
PeterK425,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour. During the ride up Tom provided a commentary on the area, the history of the park, and the Joshua Trees. Inside the park we stopped at three locations and had a short (about 20 minutes) gentle hike to see the scenery and get closer to the trees and other plants. Lots more history and sights were pointed out as we traveled through the park
Spectacular First Visit to a National Treasure
Guide07053315031,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a great introduction to Joshua Tree National Park! Our guide, Tom, was a tremendous source of knowledge about all aspects of the park, from the geology of the park’s formation to the biology of the many plants and wildlife found there, to the music inspired by this high desert retreat. Tom skillfully guided our party through several different stops in the park and capped the morning off by driving us back to our Palm Springs departure point to quite possibly the best.roadtrip.playlist.ever!
3 hour tour with small group
Cliff M,Mar 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing tour with a great guide (Tom) and Joshua Tree National Park is unbelievably beautiful. Definitely recommend.
Great Time!
Came4theweather,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a really good time. The van was comfortable and not overly packed in with people - plus our van mates were all lovely. Our tour operator Eddie was fun and knowledgeable. We made four stops and were able to walk around. If you’ve never been to Joshua Tree this is a terrific way to see the park. Highly recommend.
Beautiful and educational
ippolitonc,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Instructions to find the pick up site were helpful. Parking was ample. The tour guide was really informative….learned a lot. Views were spectacular. Got to walk around some but not too much, especially with extreme heat. Highly recommend.
Majestic
Thaddeus Z,Mar 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great guide, beautiful scenery, excellent knowledge about the park. Very friendly. Weather was terrific.
Fantastic introduction to Joshua Tree National Park!
Chris W,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour was an excellent introduction to Joshua Tree National Park. Our tour guide Austin was very knowledgable and friendly. Stopping at very scenic places for photos and quick walks around, for someone like me who had never been to the park, it was a great experience (without the hassle of navigating the roads myself). We had excellent weather and views are amazing! Definitely worth the time and cost!
This is a great way to...
Becky R,Mar 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This is a great way to see Joshua Tree without having to rent a car or do the driving yourself! Tom was a friendly fun knowledgeable host who gave the local perspective and kept us engaged while also allowing us to experience JT for ourselves. Would highly recommend!
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