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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)

WorldTraveler_IK

Apr 2021

All 4 of us, including 2 teenager boys were very well entertained and informed during our 3 hour tour. We were very lucky to see elks, wild horses and deers on our way to Grand Canyon and our wonderful guide Werner made this experience extra special. We would definitely recommend them.

Response from Host

Apr 2021

Thank you for your kind words about Grand Canyon Jeep Tours & Safaris and your guide Werner. You certainly saw a lot of wildlife. Maybe next time you visit we will see a Mountain lion or a Bobcat!

228phoebef

Mar 2021

Awesome safari tour to the Grand Canyon with Werner! Amazing your guide- we learned so much about the Grand Canyon and he took us to the best spots. Also highly recommend to take this company for a tour because you get to cut through the Grand Canyon national forest which saves HOURS (literal hours) of backed up traffic to get into the canyon. This is the only tour that is allowed to access the backroads which again saves you so much time! So worth it. Ask for Werner!

Response from Host

Mar 2021

Thank you for your fantastic review of our tour and your guide Werner. We are pleased that your visit to the Grand Canyon was seamless and informative!

celester497

Mar 2021

This was our first trip to the Grand Canyon and seeing it with this company made the experience even better. Our tour guide was Sheila. Her personality and friendliness allowed us to feel comfortable to ask questions. My children we enthused by her knowledge and quirkiness. Being this is the ONLY commercial tour that is authorized through the forest entrance, due to them being grandfathered in, we were in the area in quick time. She explained and shared so much history about the National Forest and the Grand Canyon. There were several stops that allowed for great photo-ops. Sheila even stepped in as a photographer and positioned us to get the best possible scenic photo. Thank you Sheila, our experience was amazing!!!

Response from Host

Mar 2021

Thank you for your wonderful review of our tour and Sheila! We have truly enjoyed providing all our guests fun and exciting tours since 1993. See you next time you visit the Grand Canyon?