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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

Wed 25 Dec

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Starting at $120.00

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Wed 25 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)

Becky_K

May 2021

Werner was amazing!! He was full of information and showed us pictures throughout the tour. He gave us a geology lesson and history of the Grand Canyon. He made sure we were all comfortable and gave us blankets when we got cold. My younger son wouldn’t look at the camera when he was taking our pictures. Werner had some tricks up his sleeve and we got a couple of great pictures with all of us looking at the camera. He made this tour an experience my 2 boys and myself will never forget.

Response from Host

May 2021

We agree - Werner does a great job! Thank you for touring with Grand Canyon Jeep Tours & Safaris.

Gkleon

May 2021

Nathan was the BEST! For first timers at the GC, it was so worth having someone take you around and tell you about the history and background. Plus it’s really simple! We saw many elk too! We’d suggest getting a pass and going back in after the tour so that you can venture around yourself. Nathan gave us great facts about all of Arizona and included special facts about places we were from. We loved his company and wanted to be his friend after lol! Loved the Native American history too. 10/10 recommend!

Response from Host

May 2021

Nathan will be pleased to hear such kind words. We are glad to have provided you with an awesome experience!

Janine_A

May 2021

Absolutely phenomenal! Our tour guide, NATHAN, went above and beyond, exceeding any and all expectations we had about this tour. Nathan is extremely knowledgeable, friendly and down to earth. A truly memorable experience!

Response from Host

May 2021

Hi Janine. Thank you for your great review. I will be sure to let Nathan know you loved our tour and his awesome guiding!