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.
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.
Inclusions
- Naturalist guided open-air Jeep eco-tour
- Granola snacks
- Bottled water
- Land Use Fees
- Entry/Admission - San Andreas Fault
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: San Andreas Fault, Palm Desert, Greater Palm Springs, CA
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.
Duration: 3 hours
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: San Andreas Fault, Palm Desert, Greater Palm Springs, CA
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.
Duration: 3 hours
Additional information
- A minimum of 2 guests per booking is required
- Not wheelchair accessible
- 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.
- Service animals allowed
- Most travelers can participate
- 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.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 1 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
802ginettej
April 2022
Our guide, Timo, made our tour unbelievably memorable. His knowledge and expertise was unsurpassed. We would highly recommend him to anyone.
Our guide, Timo, made our tour unbelievably memorable. His knowledge and expertise was unsurpassed. We would highly recommend him to anyone.carlosdavidm360
April 2022
The service, the guide Landi, and the office respond from Becca and Emily were outstanding. The experience inside the canyon was unique and educational. we really had a great time. jeep was uncomfortable but fun.
The service, the guide Landi, and the office respond from Becca and Emily were outstanding. The experience inside the canyon was unique and educational. we really had a great time. jeep was uncomfortable but fun.Rene_E
April 2022
Jim, our guide, was very knowledgeable and personable. We learned quite a bit about the landscape, wild life, and the history of the area. Highly recommend!
Jim, our guide, was very knowledgeable and personable. We learned quite a bit about the landscape, wild life, and the history of the area. Highly recommend!Global369208
April 2022
Was just okay, not really much of a jeep tour. Mostly listen to guide talking. I could find something more interesting to spend $150 on.
Was just okay, not really much of a jeep tour. Mostly listen to guide talking. I could find something more interesting to spend $150 on.998kathyc
April 2022
Excellent Tour! We had a great time with Rick! He was very knowledgeable. We had a great time. The morning tour was great because we didn’t have the heat of the day.
Excellent Tour! We had a great time with Rick! He was very knowledgeable. We had a great time. The morning tour was great because we didn’t have the heat of the day.rsimon747
April 2022
Our guide, Bob K,’s knowledge of the geology and history of the area. His enthusiasm was contagious and he was skillful at keeping the group engaged. His timing for humor fit well into the tour presentation - we all had fun which created spontaneous laughter.
Our guide, Bob K,’s knowledge of the geology and history of the area. His enthusiasm was contagious and he was skillful at keeping the group engaged. His timing for humor fit well into the tour presentation - we all had fun which created spontaneous laughter.