Joshua Tree Hummer Adventure from Palm Desert

Overview

Take a wild ride through the California desert in a comfortable open-air Hummer. Beware, it is 20 to 30 degrees cooler in the higher elevations and we highly recommend wearing layered clothing.

This tour journeys through fabled Joshua Tree National Park. You could now choose to leave from Palm Desert or at a discount come out to Yucca Valley at the Welcome Center where the open air Hummer begins. Those beginning in Palm Desert will ride in an air conditioned shuttle for comfort. The total tour length is about 5 hours if taking our shuttle.

Experience the natural beauty of the area while learning about its ecosystem and history from a National Park–approved guide.

We have taken over 100,000 happy guests on this tour and you will not be disappointed.

For those beginning this tour in the Palm Desert or Palm Springs area, we offer a comfortable air conditioned shuttle that takes you to Joshua Tree where the open air H1 Hummer portion of this tour will begin from the Welcome Center.

City: Palm Springs

Sun 25 May

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Starting at $179.00

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Sun 25 May

Starting at $179.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

General Admission

Bottled water

Transport by H1 Hummer

Snacks

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Temperatures are about 20 to 30° cooler in the higher elevations so we recommend wearing layered clothing.
Wear comfortable, closed-toe walking shoes and light, layered clothing in the summer and warmer clothing in the winter
A maximum of 9 people per H1 Hummer

What To Expect

Joshua Tree National Park

Our shuttle van will take you to the city of Joshua Tree where we trade for our H-1 Military Hummer to complete your adventure. We climb to the top of a breathtaking overlook called Keys Point that will give you a stunning view of the valley below and a view that stretches all the way to Mexico.

Keys View

Gawk at a view that stretches for hundreds of miles. From this high point in Joshua Tree you can see as far as the Salton Sea and all the way down to Mexico on a clear day. You might even be able to make out your hotel on this escarpment that borders the famous San Andreas Fault. Look below this ledge we will stop at and you will see the fault line itself which stretches for over 800 miles.

Barker Dam Trail

We offer an optional mile walk on this view that meanders through jaw-dropping beauty that includes the monzo granite formations of Joshua Tree as well as forests of these ancient plants that survived the Ice Age. Your Hummer guide will escort you through this area and he is a certified Wilderness guide trained in the geology of this area as well as aware of its more recent Native American history.

Cap Rock Trail

This offers you an additional half-mile optional walk that loops you around precarious rock formations that balance upon one another. This is one of the most photographed areas in the park and well worth a stop and visit. Do not forget your cameras!

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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 (297)

Debbie_A

Mar 2025

From the moment we started driving, Bob was informing us of the history of Joshua Tree as well as the current stats of the area. We stopped and had plenty of time to hike a small trail while Bob pointed out facts about the plants, rocks and climbers. Bob was extremely knowledgeable, concerned about our safety and such a fun guide!

Response from Host

Mar 2025

Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that Bob's knowledge, concern for your safety, and fun personality made your Joshua Tree tour so memorable. We're glad you enjoyed learning about the park's history and natural features.

renatagR4911EB

Mar 2025

This Hummer tour was an unforgettable way to explore Joshua Tree! Tom was an awesome guide—knowledgeable, fun, and made the experience even better. We got to see so much of the park, stopping at incredible spots to walk around and take in the stunning scenery. Riding in the open-air Hummer was such a cool way to experience the desert. I would absolutely do it again and highly recommend it to anyone wanting a unique and exciting tour of Joshua Tree!

Response from Host

Mar 2025

Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We're thrilled you had an unforgettable experience with Tom and enjoyed the open-air Hummer tour. We're happy you loved Joshua Tree as much as we do!

busytraveler1116

Dec 2024

Great tour. Tom was able to pick meaningful spots to see the park and avoid some crowds. He also had plenty of warm gear for the colder temperatures there compared to the valley. Highly recommended especially for first time at Joshua Tree. We left something behind at the end of the tour and Tom made an extra effort to insure we got it back.

Response from Host

Dec 2024

We're so pleased to hear you had a fantastic experience on your Joshua Tree tour with Tom! We strive to provide our guests with unique and memorable experiences, and we're delighted that Tom was able to showcase the park's beauty while avoiding the crowds. We appreciate you acknowledging his thoughtful preparation for the cooler temperatures. We're also very happy to hear that Tom went the extra mile to ensure you received your belongings back. We value our guests and their belongings, and we're glad we could assist. Thank you again for your kind review!