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3 Hour Back-Road Safari to Grand Canyon with Entrance Gate By-Pass at 9:30 am
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3 Hours
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Offered in: English
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.
Check in time is 9:15 am. Tour departs at 9:30 am.
What's Included
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
USE GOOGLE MAPS. The parking lot in front of the Tusayan Fire Department, located in Tusayan, Arizona. South of the IMAX Theater, between the Wendy's and IMAX. Check in time is 9:15 am. Departure time is 9:30 am.
Start time
09:30 AM
End Point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
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.
3 Hours • Admission Ticket Included
Yavapai Point
Guides share Grand Canyon knowledge while you look into the depths and view spectacular monuments, Colorado River and Phantom Ranch.
45 Minutes • Admission Ticket Included
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.
45 Minutes • Admission Ticket Included
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.
45 Minutes • Admission Ticket Included
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
Operated by Grand Canyon Jeep Tours & Safaris
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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