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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

Sat 16 Nov

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Starting at $120.00

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Sat 16 Nov

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)

Tina N

Jul 2021

This experience was as described, except we were not able to travel through the forest, which was a bummer since that was the point of the Safari ride. The forest was closed for the first time in 10 years due to heat. However, our guide was very knowledgeable and shared with us information that would not have been know if we didn’t take the tour. I would recommend this tour to anyone wanting to get an overview of the South rim. Then you can go on your own and explore further. All in all very satisfied.

Response from Host

Jul 2021

Satisfied customers is our goal. Our guides pride themselves with their knowledgeable Grand Canyon interpretation. Thank you for your review!

Margaret_G

Jun 2021

Nathan was a great guide. Absolute best way to tour the Grand Canyon. It was my favorite part of our trip so far.

Response from Host

Jul 2021

Thank you for five-Star review! It pleases us that you think our tour was the highlight of your trip!

John_C

Jun 2021

Nathan was wonderful. He shared a ton of knowledge, did not mind taking some pictures for everyone, and added in some comedy. We would definitely take a tour led by him again! Thanks Nathan!!!

Response from Host

Jun 2021

We enjoy interpreting the Grand Canyon and doing it with a sense of humor. Nathan does a wonderful job of this. Thank you!