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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)

GaryB3264

Aug 2022

We had an excellent day with Werner. He was informative. knowledgeable and friendly. We were fortunate in that we were the only people on the tour and Werner took us to a couple of great viewpoints. He walked with us, showing us many of the plants and animals in the park. Werner also gave us tips as to where else we should visit in the park when we came back later on in the day.

Response from Host

Aug 2022

Hi Gary. Thank you for your five star review. I will be sure to share your kind words with Werner!

Douglas_K

Aug 2022

This tour made our Grand Canyon visit worthwhile. A friend told me, “My hot take on the GC is it’s amazing for 15 minutes and then you’re done.” Not when you take this tour. We saw parts of the area we would never have found on our own and learned so much. We also got to bypass the wait at the gate, the only tour company allowed to do that. Our guide, Werner, was both polished and personal, sharing relevant stories of his life there and even multiple pictures that showed us what life was like there now and in the past. He also knew the best spots for pictures and took some for us. The vehicle was roomy and comfortable and we were given blankets when it got a bit chilly. You may look at the cost and say it’s too much money, but if you’re going out of your way to visit the Grand Canyon, take the extra time and money to get a full, memorable experience through this tour! And at three hours in length, you’ll still have enough time to explore on your own.

Response from Host

Aug 2022

Hello Douglas. Wow - you summarized what we do perfectly. Thank you for letting other visitors know about your wonderful experience with Grand Canyon Jeep Tours & Safaris!

590marylynng

Aug 2022

We had a fantastic experience. The views were breathtaking and Werner, our guide, had a great personality and was incredibly knowledgeable.

Response from Host

Aug 2022

Thank you for your stellar review of Grand Canyon Jeep Tours & Safaris and your guide Werner. Please look us up again next time you visit the Grand Canyon!