This awe-inspiring journey in our classic Big Red Jeeps takes you deep into the heart of the San Andreas Fault. Witness the tremendous forces of nature that have created amazing steep walled canyons and some of the most twisted and tormented landscapes on earth. 

On your adventure you will:

• Explore a lush natural palm oasis where you will see water seeping up through the underground aquifer as your expert naturalist guide describes how the Cahuilla Indians used the desert's plants for food, medicine, and shelter.
• Learn about the life and culture of the Cahuilla Indians lived as you explore our replica Cahuilla Village situated on a historic Indian site.  
• Experience the awesome power of nature as you explore narrow slot canyons created by the collision of the Pacific and North American plates. 
• Explore our Old Mining Camp which is filled with antique mining equipment and displays.  You will also tour our gold mine exhibit and have the opportunity to pan for gold.
• Witness the spectacular transition from day to night as the sun sets and the faultline is bathed in gorgeous red, yellow, and purple hues.

NOTE:  This tour departs about 2 hours before sunset, which changes throughout the year.  Please call our Tour Reservation's Desk at 760-324-5337 a day or two before your scheduled tour to confirm the exact departure time. 

Additional Information

Tour Minimums / Maximums:

• This tour has a 2 person minimum.  If you are a single traveler, please call our reservation's desk at 1-888-440-5337 ext. 1 Toll Free or 1-760-324-5337 locally to inquire about joining an existing tour or you may email us and we will get back to you within 24 hours.

• For reservations for 20 guests or more or for smaller groups requiring food and beverage or other special arrangements, please contact our Group Sales Department at (888) 440-5337 ext. 2 toll free or (760) 459-1203 locally.

Tour Advisory:

• Guests with neck, back, or serious injuries and women who are pregnant are advised to consult with their doctor before taking any Jeep Tour.  

Things to Bring:

• Wear closed-toe shoes with rubber soles (such as tennis shoes or hiking boots).  Sandals and shoes with high heels are not recommended.

• Wear comfortable clothing - we recommend you dress in layers as desert temperatures can change quickly.  In the cooler months (November through March), we suggest you bring a light sweater or jacket. 

• Bring a hat and sunglasses and apply sunscreen before the tour.  

• Don't forget your camera or video camera - the photo opportunities are amazing!

Inclusions:

• Narrated jeep eco-tour with an expert naturalist guide

• Optional guided nature walk (geared to the abilities of the guests in the jeep)

• Granola snack and bottled water

• All admission/site fees & taxes

Exclusions:

• Guide gratuity is not included but is appreciated.  Suggested gratuity is 10-15%. 

Cancellation Policy:

• There is a 5% cancellation penalty for cancellations received at least 48 hours prior to your scheduled departure. 

• There is no refund for cancellations received within 48 hours of the scheduled tour departure or for no-shows unless we cancel a tour due to weather or safety issues.

Reservations:

• Advanced reservations are required for this tour.

• 48-Hours advance notice is required for online bookings.  To make reservations for tours departing within 48 hours, please call Desert Adventures Tour Reservations Desk Toll Free at 1-888-440-5337 ext. 1 or locally at 1-760-324-5337.

Tour Departure Location:

• The primary departure location for this tour is the Metate Ranch Parking Lot (just before 39-000 Monroe Street, Indio CA).  For directions, please see:  http://red-jeep.com/directions.html.   Please note that you are going to turn RIGHT onto a DIRT ROAD just BEFORE you get to the Granite Construction Gate.  Look for the signs for Desert Adventures Metate Ranch.  

• There is plenty of FREE PARKING in the dirt parking lot.
  

• Complimentary hotel pickup is also available for guest staying in Palm Desert, Indian Wells, La Quinta, or Indio.

• Hotel pickup from Rancho Mirage is available for an additional charge of $25 per jeep.

If you have difficulty finding the departure location, please give our office a call at 760-324-5337.

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This awe-inspiring journey in our classic Big Red Jeeps takes you deep into the heart of the San Andreas Fault. Witness the tremendous forces of nature that have created amazing steep walled canyons and some of the most twisted and tormented landscapes on earth. 

On your adventure you will:

• Explore a lush natural palm oasis where you will see water seeping up through the underground aquifer as your expert naturalist guide describes how the Cahuilla Indians used the desert's plants for food, medicine, and shelter.
• Learn about the life and culture of the Cahuilla Indians lived as you explore our replica Cahuilla Village situated on a historic Indian site.  
• Experience the awesome power of nature as you explore narrow slot canyons created by the collision of the Pacific and North American plates. 
• Explore our Old Mining Camp which is filled with antique mining equipment and displays.  You will also tour our gold mine exhibit and have the opportunity to pan for gold.
• Witness the spectacular transition from day to night as the sun sets and the faultline is bathed in gorgeous red, yellow, and purple hues.

NOTE:  This tour departs about 2 hours before sunset, which changes throughout the year.  Please call our Tour Reservation's Desk at 760-324-5337 a day or two before your scheduled tour to confirm the exact departure time. 

 Tour Advisory:

• Guests with neck, back, or serious injuries and women who are pregnant are advised to consult with their doctor before taking any Jeep Tour.

Things To Bring

• Wear closed-toe shoes with rubber soles (such as tennis shoes or hiking boots).  Sandals and shoes with high heels are not recommended.
• Wear comfortable clothing - we recommend you dress in layers as desert temperatures can change quickly.  In the cooler months (November through March), we suggest you bring a light sweater or jacket. 
• Bring a hat and sunglasses and apply sunscreen before the tour.
• Don't forget your camera or video camera and make sure your batteries are charged up and you have plenty of film.

Inclusions

Your adventure includes a jeep eco-tour with an expert naturalist guide, optional guided nature walk (geared to the abilities of the guests in the jeep), granola snack and bottled water, and all admission/site fees & taxes.

Exclusions

Guide gratuities are not included but are appreciated. Suggested gratuity is 10-15%.

Cancellation Policy

There is a 5% cancellation penalty for cancellations received at least 48 hours prior to your scheduled departure. There is no refund for cancellations received within 48 hours of the scheduled tour departure or for no-shows unless we cancel the tour due to weather or safety issues.

Departs

Daily

Unavailable Dates

Christmas Day and Thanksgiving

Pickup/Departure

Pickup/Departure

The departure location for this tour is the Metate Ranch Parking Lot (just before 39-000 Monroe Street, Indio CA). For directions, please see: http://red-jeep.com/directions.html

There is plenty of FREE PARKING in the dirt parking lot.

If you have difficulty finding the departure location, please give us a call at 760-324-5337.

Drop-Off

Same as departure.

Additional Locations

Palm Springs, CA, United States
Cathedral City, CA, United States
Rancho Mirage, CA, United States
Palm Desert, CA, United States
Indian Wells, CA, United States
La Quinta, CA, United States
Indio, CA, United States
Desert Hot Springs, CA, United States
Thousand Palms, CA, United States
Coachella Valley, CA, United States
CA, United States