Private Tour
Private Sightseeing Adventure Tour of Joshua Tree National Park
Overview
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Discover Joshua Tree National Park on this amazing 4 hour adventure tour. Explore surreal landscapes as you walk by mesmerizing granite rock formations and go hiking past hundreds of giant Joshua Trees. Ride in a comfortable Van or SUV on this private guided tour through Joshua Tree National Park. We offer pick and drop off from your hotel or airbnb or meet us in Joshua Tree CA.
You'll have a chance to take lots of great photos, as we will get out of the vehicle several times for some short walks, and an optional 1 mile hiking trail through the unique terrains of Joshua Tree. You will get to see the entire park and you can do as much as you want too, we offer a couple different options for the hiking trails, from easy to moderate to difficult. The tour is easy for anyone to do, let us do the driving, you do the sightseeing. Perfect day trip from Palm Springs. Let us know if you have any questions, otherwise we'll see you soon. This is a private group tour for your group only.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
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
The hours specified in the tour are the hours taken on the journey and these are approximate.
We have 5 stops that we like to do on the tour, Hidden Valley, Keys View, and Cap Rock.
Other stops are optional
We can stop at any point on the drive through the park for photos
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Quail Springs Trail
Our first stop on our tour of the Joshua Tree National Park is Quail Springs where you will get to walk around some of the oldest metamorphic rocks in the park. These rocks are said to be 1.7 billion years old and you will be amazed by the surreal rock formations you see.
Banana Cracks Rock
Banana Cracks is a popular Rock climbing area with large rock formations that are amazing to look at. We will do a short stop here and take a walk around. Good place for some photos and a quick mediation or walk. Enjoy a moment of silence and listen to the nature as you gaze out into the surreal wonders of Joshua Tree National Park.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Driver/Guide
They might make you pay 15 USD per person at the gate
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
1 to 4 people
Duration: 4 hours
Waters and Protein Bars
Pick up and drop off included: Text or call with any questions
442 313 9229
Pickup included
11 to 14 people
Duration: 4 hours
Waters and Protein Bars
Pick up and drop off included: Text or call with any questions 442 313 9229
Pickup included
8 to 10 people
Duration: 4 hours
Waters and Protein Bars
Pick up and drop off included: Text or call with any questions
442 313 9229
Pickup included
5 to 7 people
Duration: 4 hours
Waters and Protein Bars
Pick up and drop off included: Text or call with any questions
442 313 9229
Pickup included
Reviews
43 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Joshua Tree tour
P A,,Dec 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5-Star Review for Spencer — Joshua Tree National Park Tour Our family tour with Spencer to Joshua Tree National Park was absolutely outstanding. From start to finish, Spencer made the entire experience memorable, engaging, and completely stress-free. His knowledge of the park’s geology, wildlife, and history added so much depth to the trip, and he shared it all in a way that felt natural and genuinely passionate. Spencer struck the perfect balance between guiding and giving space to explore. He always knew the best viewpoints, hidden gems, and photo spots. . His enthusiasm for the desert landscape was contagious, and it made the experience even more meaningful. Beyond his expertise, Spencer was friendly, attentive, and easy to talk to. He made sure everyone felt comfortable, safe, and included throughout the day. It truly felt like exploring Joshua Tree with a knowledgeable friend.
Spencer is the best your...
Sandra L,,Dec 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Spencer is the best guide ever. Super kind and knowledgeable! Made our day super special. Thank you, Spencer!
Super happy
golive52,,Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Better than expected. Super happy we decided to do a tour and Spencer was a fabulous guide. Self guided we would have gotten 20 percent of what we learned by hiring a guided tour.
Blessed to visit such a gorgeous area!
Nancy B,,Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had the best day touring the Joshua Tree Forest! Spencer was an incredible host! Very knowledgable! Lots of laughs and beautiful scenery! So grateful!
The only way to see Joshua Tree
Tina P,,Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A must tour if you’re new to Joshua Tree. Frank was great, very friendly and calm. We were 30 min late due to our mistake and he was nice enough to extend our tour so that we wouldn’t miss anything. The sites and the hike were so beautiful and it was interesting to learn about the flora and fauna of the area. He adjusted our hikes to suit our needs which made the tour more personal. We had such a wonderful time. Thank you Frank!
Spencer was an incredible...
Angela R,,Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Spencer was an incredible guide and a wealth of knowledge on our Joshua Tree tour. He was patient, engaging, and really tailored the experience to our group’s interests and pace. We learned so much and had an amazing time — highly recommend!
Excellent day at Joshua Tree
Jkahn48,,May 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour was excellent. Frank, our guide, was very knowledgeable and very friendly. He showed us all the sights. Most enjoyable.
Beautiful Hikes and Knowledgeable Guide
lauriemP9983NO,,May 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I have wanted to visit Joshua Tree for quite some time and it did not disappoint. I was in Palm Desert for a conference and took advance of this sightseeing tour to spend an extra day to see this national park. Our guide Spencer make it so easy with the pick up and drop off at the hotel, and was communicative and reminded us what we needed to prepare for what was a hot day. We appreciated his obvious knowledge and passion for Joshua Tree. Spencer shared the history, described the various plant life and in general provided an excellent understanding of Joshua Tree and the surrounding areas. Others outside our group stopped to listen to his explanations and even ask him questions because he so clearly has the expertise. We were fortunate to see jack rabbits during one of our hikes. The tour is well worth the price and highly recommended!
Wear good hiking shoes ...
Terry M,,Apr 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Wear good hiking shoes Jim was excellent and we were very satisfied Would highly recommend-hope he is available for tours of other parks
Memorable Family Trip
Karla C,,Apr 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our private tour of Joshua Tree National Park was a fun and memorable experience for our family group of five adults ranging in age from 31 to 79—myself, my spouse, our son and daughter-in-law, and my sister. Our guide, Jim, was outstanding: friendly, engaging, and knowledgeable about the park and the Palm Springs area. Jim tailored the tour to our interests, set a comfortable pace, and suggested the best spots for photos—many of which he took for us. We had a bit of an auspicious start to the tour: upon arriving at the Visitor’s Center, our phones alerted us to an earthquake detected in the area. We weren’t sure how the day—or the tour—was going to unfold, but fortunately, it was smooth sailing after that. Highly recommend this tour for anyone looking to explore Joshua Tree with a knowledgeable and personable guide. It's an excellent way to experience the park’s unique flora and rock formations. One note: the pre-tour guidance suggested dressing warmly, but in late April, we found the temperatures comparable to those in Palm Desert.
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