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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

Tue 24 Dec

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Starting at $120.00

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Tue 24 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)

K1762CTmelaniee

May 2021

This was by far the best tour I ever took. Our guide, Helga aka Sheila was very knowledgeable about everything Grand Canyon. From flora and fauna to wildlife to history, geology and geography. We learned more from this tour than we imagined and are taking home some great memories. And good luck to Cara (hope I got her name right) I think she added great info to the tour, she will do very well. Thank you all so much!!

Response from Host

May 2021

We have a high bar for ourselves to perform the best tours possible. We are thrilled you enjoyed your tour and your guides Sheila and Cara!

Benjamin_R

May 2021

Our tour guide Nathan's vast knowledge of The Grand Canyon was the #1 attribute of the tour. He was also personable, funny, engaging, and also an excellent photographer. This tour avoids the cowards at the front gate and starts on the back roads. We saw elks, wild horse herds and foliage used by natives. In our opinion taking this tour will be a memorable addition of your Grand Canyon Experience.

Response from Host

May 2021

Thank you for your supurb rating of our Grand Canyon adventure and your guide Nathan. We hope to see you again soon!

B6121MEsusanm

May 2021

Warner was the best ever tour guide! We seen things we would have never seen on our own. He was very knowledgeable and was fun to be with. Well worth the money!

Response from Host

May 2021

Thank you for touring with Grand Canyon Jeep Tours & Safaris! We are pleased that you found our tour was a great value for your money.