San Andreas Fault Jeep Tour from Palm Desert

Overview

Only Red Jeep Tours can take you to Metate Ranch, located in the heart of the San Andreas Fault Zone.

On this awe-inspiring OPEN-AIR Jeep Tour, you will travel deep into the heart of California’s world-famous San Andreas Fault and witness the forces of nature that have created amazing, steep-walled canyons and the most twisted and tormented landscapes on Earth!

You will be awestruck by the spectacular scenery as your Jeep winds its way through the bones of the earth. During your adventure, you will stop several times for short nature walks, including a short hike through a slot canyon, if desired.

This tour also stops at a natural palm oasis, where water bubbles up from the ground year-round. Here you will learn about how the Cahuilla Indians used desert plants to survive in this inhospitable environment.

A final highlight is a guided tour of our recreated Cahuilla Indian Village that showcases the lifestyle and culture of the Cahuilla people.

City: Palm Springs

Tue 24 Dec

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Starting at $150.00

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Tue 24 Dec

Starting at $150.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Bottled water

Naturalist guided open-air Jeep eco-tour

Granola snacks

Land Use Fees

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A minimum of 2 guests per booking is required
Closed-toe shoes, a hat and sunscreen are strongly advised
As desert temperatures may vary, dressing in layers would be advised
Please call the reservation's desk a day or two before your tour to confirm your pickup time and location. Failure to call, however, will NOT result in cancellation of the tour.
Guests with neck or back problems or pregnant women in their 2nd or 3rd trimester should consult with their doctor before taking a Jeep Tour.
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Temperature checks for travellers upon arrival
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
COVID-19 vaccination required for guides

What To Expect

San Andreas Fault

Experience the twisted and tortured landscape of an active earthquake fault system as your guide describes the geology of the area and you explore the bones of the earth. Don't forget your camera - the photo opportunities are endless! Take a walk between the steep walls of deep canyons created by the powerful forces of plate tectonics, water, wind, and time. Explore a natural palm oasis where crystal clear water bubbles up from the underground aquifer year round. Learn about the culture and lifestyle of the Cahuilla Indians and how they used the desert’s plants for food, medicine, tools, weapons, shelter, and more as you tour a recreated Cahuilla Indian Village. Learn about the plants and animals of the California desert and take in spectacular views as your guide describes the geologic forces and local history that shaped the Coachella Valley.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Traveler Photos

Reviews (430)

Kerry B

Nov 2017

I have lived in the Coachella Valley for almost 30 years and learned so much about our desert during this tour, I had no idea!! The jeep tour was totally fun, and it was so very interesting and informative. Our Tour Guide, John D. was so personable, and all I kept saying was "how does he retain all of this information?!!" I would highly recommend taking this tour or one of the others this company has to offer, I don't think you can go wrong!!

Response from Host

Nov 2017

Thanks for your wonderful review. We have an excellent training program for all of our guides, they train for over 200 hours!

debra c

Oct 2017

This was such an entertaining and educational tour! They take really good care of you. They have water, cold towels and snacks. It is a somewhat bumpy ride but very careful drivers in 4w drive jeeps. We had Lane and she really loves her job. We got to taste the palm tree fruit, smell creosote, see where there was lots of water and where there were droughts in the rocks. We learned lots about the faults and the aquifer that feeds this area. We also learned plenty about the wildlife and plantlife. Lane had plenty of stories about the Indians who inhabited the land. So worthwhile!

Response from Host

Nov 2017

Thanks for the great review and sharing here on TA.

SChantalMD

Oct 2017

This your was awesome! Cheyenne was our tourguide and we learned so much! It was fun! I am looking forward to coming back and bringing my mother. We got to learn about about an oasis, check out the local plants, and then went for a fun jeep ride!

Response from Host

Oct 2017

Thanks for the great review and we look forward to having you out again with your mom!