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3 Hour Back-Road Safari to Grand Canyon with Entrance Gate By-Pass at 9:30 am

3 Hour Back-Road Safari to Grand Canyon with Entrance Gate By-Pass at 9:30 am

Overview

Climb aboard custom, comfortable, safari vehicles with forward-facing bucket seats and large panoramic windows

Take the 4x4 scenic route around exhausting traffic lines at south entrance gate – we have had the back-road Forest permits since 1993!

View elk, deer and rare bird species in their natural environment!

Visit dramatic Yavapai Point, El Tovar Hotel, Lookout Studio Viewpoint , Kolb Studio and Bright Angel Trailhead during this non-rushed excursion

This interpretive tour includes about a 90 minute guided walk (broken into 2 segments) along the rim of the Grand Canyon (about ¾ of a mile)

Pick-up and drop-off at central location in Tusayan, ARIZONA

City: Grand Canyon National Park

Mon 23 Sep

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Starting at $120.00

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Mon 23 Sep

Starting at $120.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Bottled Water

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
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

What To Expect

Grand Canyon South Rim

Voted best and most unique 3 hour tour at Grand Canyon. Stroll along the rim while your local guide shares a wealth of information about the Grand Canyon including geological formations, trails, mules and the rich history. Tour includes Tusayan pick-up, south entrance gate detour during exclusive 30 minute back-road excursion, viewing of wildlife such as elk, deer, turkey and hawks in their natural surroundings and interpretive discussions at exceptional Grand Canyon vistas.

Yavapai Point

Guides share Grand Canyon knowledge while you look into the depths and view spectacular monuments, Colorado River and Phantom Ranch.

Bright Angel Trail

Discover the rich history of the Kolb brothers who built their art studio cantilevered over the Grand Canyon and above the Bright Angel Trail. See hikers and mules as they descend the trail into the Grand Canyon.

Hopi House

The tour continues to Hopi House, El Tovar Hotel and Bright Angel Lodge where your guide will discuss these historic buildings and Grand Canyon history.

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (176)

K7993TMevad

Mar 2022

Sheila was amazing!!! There was 12 people total and it was everyones first time visiting the canyon. She tailored our tour to all the newbies! She provided a wealth of knowledge about the history, people, and culture of the Grand Canyon which provided a good foundation for the rest of our trip. She kept us comfortable with water and blankets. Water is “liquid gold” in this region. We were lucky to see Big horn sheep, elk and wild horses. She kept us laughing and engaged the entire time. My two boys 10 and 12 years old were able to remember all the info because she made it so fun! She also took our picture as a family and gave us some tips on recommended hikes. She made our trip so memorable, we plan to return and encourage our family and friends to take the same tour! Thank you, Sheila!!!! #grateful

Response from Host

Mar 2022

We thank you for your five-star review of your adventure with Grand Canyon Jeep Tours & Safaris. Seeing a Bighorn sheep is a special siting. I will be sure to let Sheila know how much you enjoyed your tour with her!

Harold_L

Mar 2022

This was our first visit to the Grand Canyon and Nathan was great! He shared some great information about the Canyon as well as some interesting stories! A fun experience all around!!

Response from Host

Mar 2022

Thank you for your stellar review of our tour and your guide Nathan. Please look us up again next time you visit the Grand Canyon!

341apat

Mar 2022

What an enjoyable & interesting tour of the forest & south rim village. What made it the best was our tour guide, Werner. He was knowledgeable, animated, and hilarious. I'm so glad we got him as our tour guide because he was so darn interesting and a great driver too. Highly recommend WERNER.

Response from Host

Mar 2022

Thank you for your stellar review of our tour and your guide Werner! We hope to see you again soon at the Grand Canyon!