San Andreas Fault Offroad Tour
Overview
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4 hours
Mobile ticket
Small group Jeep/SUV tours of the San Andreas Fault zone. Colorful canyons and tortured landscape make this tour a memorable once in a lifetime adventure. Also enjoy the area's agriculture, views of the Salton Sea. This is a group tour.
This activity has a 2 person requirement for the tour to run. If you are a single rider, please call first.
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Age limit is 6 years old
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Salton Sea
Great vistas of the largest body of water in the state of California
San Andreas Fault
Guests will get into the heart of what geologists have called "the most tortured landscape on earth". Several off road trails provide our access to the incredible and otherworldly San Andreas Fault zone.
What‘s Included
Professional guide
Bottled water
Hotel drop-off (selected hotels only)
Snacks
Food and drinks, unless specified
Options
Departure
Reviews
324 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A wonderful time at Painted Canyon
Daydream35457546180,Mar 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our San Andreas Fault tour with Sarah of Big Wheel Tours was a highlight of our vacation. Sarah possesses a wealth of knowledge ranging from from wildlife to geology to flowers, and we were delighted to be able to learn quite a bit from her about the area. She also loves what she does and it clearly showed. Big Wheel Tours aims to please; I wanted to climb up the ladders to the slot canyons, and Sarah made sure to include this in our tour. I heartily recommend Big Wheel Tours - and make sure to ask for Sarah!
It was obvious that the...
Barry M,Mar 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was obvious that the tour guide, Sara, had a lot of passion and was very knowledgeable regarding all the many things she was describing on the tour. We were fortunate to have had this experience with Sara.
a Great Time!
Naomie R,Mar 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Had a great time on this tour. Learned so much about the region and its geology. Our tour guide was so knowledgeable and engaging. Will be recommending this tour a LOT!!
Fascinating tour, Sarah is a terrific guide!
Karin S,Mar 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Fascinating tour! Sarah was an awesome guide, full of interesting details about this incredible landscape. We learned a ton about the fault line and plate tectonic activity in this area. Oh, and saw some great views of the Salton Sea. Sarah is the best!!
A fantastic & incredibly educational tour with Sarah last week!
Dbeckone,Feb 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Just my husband & myself. Sarah was so personable & shared an in-depth knowledge of the area! Fabulous sights, history, & gorgeous desert flowers!
Andreas Fault Tour
leepU625MK,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing tour. Sarah was a terrific guide. So knowledgeable and personable. Scenery was great. Learned so much about rock formations and how earthquakes work. Would highly recommend.
A wonderful day exploring the San Andreas Fault
Z1634CLbethe,Jan 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful morning with Jeff. He was very knowledgeable about the Fault, geology and history of the area. We recommend this tour.
Informational and Relaxing Tour! Outstanding Guide!
JN3084,Jan 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a lovely day! Sarah was outstanding: friendly, personable, knowledgeable, flexible. She was a delight and the tour was amazing! We were intrigued with the scenery and learning about the San Andreas Fault. The off-roading was a treat, and the terrain amazing. We learned so much and had such a great day. Sarah took care of our every need. We’ve used Big Wheel Tours before and once again were very pleased with their SUV and the service. Highly recommend this informational and relaxing tour. It’s the perfect balance of time in the car, opportunities to walk about and see the terrain, and timely restroom breaks. Having water and snacks available also helped make the tour enjoyable.
Best tour in the dessert
Gladys G,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Sarah is the best tour guide ever. Very knowledgeable, informative, no boring moments. Best hidden gem in the dessert. I would highly recommend this tour.
Fun fault line foray!
David B,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sara(h) met us promptly and was enthusiastic from the get-go! She was well versed in the region's geology and shared fascinating facts about the fault lines and other features of the area. She brought us to a hidden slot canyon that gave us a wonderful hike through narrow passages that included some challenging ladder climbs along the way. She routinely asked for our comfort levels and always offered options of turning around or continuing, to which we always chose to journey on. There were bathroom breaks at the beginning and end of the adventure, along with provided water and snacks. This company focuses on customer service, education and fun! Thank you Sara(h)!!!
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