Joshua Tree National Park Scenic Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

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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‘s Included

General Admission

Bottled water

Expert national park guide

Snacks

Air-conditioned vehicle

Fuel surcharge

Gratuity

Sunscreen

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.

3 hours • Admission Not Included

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.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

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

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

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 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

Reviews

4.73

430 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

364

Best Guide Ever!!
Judy G,
Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our guide Austin was fantastic. He told us everything we needed to know about Joshua Tree as well as many other stories of the surrounding area. Since I was alone – I especially liked how attentive he was to me on the climb that I participated in. Very impressed with how professional and kind he is. I have taken trips all over the world. Austin is definitely one of my top 5 favorite guides!!
Excellent Tour - Enthusiastic Guide
Patrick G,
Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
The tour operator displayed excellent communication. The tour itself was very punctual, which is always a plus for me and took us to all of the top spots in Joshua Tree. Eddie, our guide was very passionate and informative, which made the whole experience better. I would highly recommend joining him for this tour.
Joshua Tree Experience
Maria T,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was such a wonderful educational and fun experience. Rob was amazing. Very knowledgeable. Kept us entertained. We hiked for a short while and learned a lot. He was kind and funny. Highly recommend this tour.
Palm Springs Nov 2025
3990122,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Tom the tour guide was wonderful! His i ok ace and guided tour where exactly what we wanted! We had water and snacks and saw many natural spots curated by Tom.
Ask for Eddy by name! Accept no substitutes!
U3804TLjohnf,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Outstanding experience with a knowledgeable, experienced guide. He provided us a great introduction to this remarkable national treasure.
Great experience
Nicolle S,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Fantastic experience with Eddie. Great way to see Joshua Tree National Park for the first time. Eddie was so knowledgeable and friendly. Definitely recommend
Joshua Tree National Park experience
Trail09808519703,
Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Joshua Tree NP was fantasic and very interesting. Viewing in the open iar Hummer was a great experience! The landscape and history are truly a unique experience.
Very interesting
Tina S,
Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Very interesting. Easy to get around on shuttle bus. Instructor was very knowledgeable and made it lifetime experience and learned a college education of area
A Must Do!
lorrainea774,
Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Awesome place and a fabulous way to visit for first timers! Austin, our tour guide was informative and friendly. Fun ride in open air Hummer and convenient pick up and return in downtown Palm Springs available! Worth every penny!
Yeah, good!
Explore34207172862,
Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Beautiful park to visit. Our guide Eddy was very friendly and caring for us! Excellent knowledge of the park and its history. I recommend! I had a very pleasant time.