San Andreas Fault Sunset & Stargazing Jeep Tour From Palm Desert - Palm Springs
Tour Information
Key Details
- Mobile Voucher Accepted
- Hotel pickup Available
- Free Cancellation
- Duration: 3 Hrs
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Language:
English
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Departure Time :
Suppliers and travelers coordinate start times within the given time periods. 9/1/2020 - 12/31/2020Wednesday - Thursday:02:00 PM - 10:00 PM Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contac.. read more
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Departure Details :
78375 Varner Rd, Palm Desert, CA 92211, USA
Traveler pickup is offered
Hotel pickup is offered from the cities of La Quinta, Indian Wells, Palm Desert, and Rancho Mirage,
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Return Details :
Returns to original departure point
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Cancellation Policy :
- If you cancel at least 3 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
- If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.
- Tours booked using discount coupon codes will be non refundable.
Overview
Enjoy an evening of stargazing in the California desert on this guided, 3-hour, small-group tour. Explore a private, 800-acre preserve on the San Andreas Fault and learn about the deserts plants, animals, history, geology and earthquakes in an open-air Jeep. Watch the transition from day to night as the remaining sunlight casts brilliant shadows and colors on the hills. Then enjoy a guided journey through the night sky as you gaze at stars and planets and hear fascinating stories about the constellations.Highlights
Know More about this tour
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: San Andreas Fault, Palm Desert, Greater Palm springs, California
- 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 skeleton of the earth.
- 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.
- Learn about the culture and lifestyle of the Cahuilla Indians and how they used the deserts plants for food, medicine, tools, weapons, shelter, and more.
- Learn about the plants and animals of the California desert.
- Discover the fascinating history of the Coachella Valley.
- Enjoy spectacular views as your guide describes the geologic forces and local history that shaped the Coachella Valley.
- Witness the amazing colors of a desert sunset.
- The tour ends with stargazing under the clear desert skies.
Duration: 2 hours
Inclusions
Naturalist guided open-air Jeep eco-tour
Granola snacks
Bottled water
Land Use Fees
Entry/Admission - San Andreas Fault
Exclusions
Guide gratuity (optional)
Food and drink (unless otherwise specified)
Additional Info
Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
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.
The departure time of this tour varies with sunset. Tours depart approximately 1.5 hours before sunset.
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Most travelers can participate
Guests with neck or back program or pregnant women in their 2nd or 3rd trimester should consult with their doctor before taking a Jeep tour.
Traveler Reviews
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The gentlemen that give these tour guides live the lifestyle. They are hiking and living with nature during their leisure time. Very knowledgeable and willing to share the history and plant life of the desert. Not to mention, astronomy and scientific advancements. Our tour guide was Mike was charming, sincere, and was very adept to his environment. He was very calming and made us feel safe. Mitch was our star gazer. He was engaging and passionate about the stars and plants. Including, the advancements in the frontier of space. Thanks guys for a great tour!
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enjoyable. Guide, Tom, very informative and entertaining
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Highly recommend this tour! Our guide, Fox Robe was very informative and entertaining about a wide array of topics regarding this area of California. It was definitely more than expected! Shining moment: spotting a coyote and later hearing some!
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This tour had it all, lots of interesting information and geological formations. The stars at night were amazing. It was so clear. Our guide was professional, friendly and able to answer all the questions thrown his way.
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Wonderful time. Really learned alot of interesting info. Stars,Faults Plant Life Rocks and a whole lot of fun.