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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 Dec

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Starting at $120.00

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Mon 23 Dec

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)

A6754NLjeffs

Sep 2022

We were impressed by the range and depth of our friendly guide's (Cara's) knowledge of history, geology, archeology. She obviously cares about the region, and 3 hours probably barely scratched the surface. She also offered great advice about hikes.

Response from Host

Sep 2022

Thank you for your wonderful review. Cara is a fantastic guide and I am sure she will be thrilled to hear about your kind words!

diane g

Aug 2022

Werner was put your guide! Great experience. He is a great story teller and had pictures of his own to share with us! He came in clutch with water and panchos too! He let us have input on how much time to spend at each stop and was a great photographer. We were fortunate enough to see some elk and their babies. I always felt safe and learned a lot too!

Response from Host

Aug 2022

Hello Diane. Your complimentary words about Grand Canyon Jeep Tours & Safars and your guide Werner are much appreciated. Thank you!

Lisa_R

Aug 2022

This was such an AMAZING trip! Sheila was an exception guide and very knowledgeable! She sprinkled in some fun humor along with details about life living in area! No plumbed running water! WHAT? The tour was the perfect length and made us want to start planning our next trip!! Thank you Shelia!!! The Richardson’s

Response from Host

Aug 2022

Thank you for your five star review of our Grand Canyon Safari & Rim Walk tour and your guide Sheila. We would be happy to take on tour again next time you come to the Grand Canyon!