COST : starts at $159 for our Van tours. $199 pp for H-2
H2 Private Hummer (up to 5 with free pickup/dropoff anywhere in the Greater Palm Springs to La Quinta area as well as Joshua Tree. Time: 8:30 am to 1:30 pm): $950
Available: all year
No matter the season, we provide tours year-round in our comfortable vans and H2 Hummers.
Discover the most iconic spots in Joshua Tree National Park with our knowledgeable guides, who will share insights on the desert’s unique geology and the rich cowboy history of the area.
This tour follows the same route as our open-air H-1 Hummer tour, ensuring you don’t miss a single highlight, all at a more affordable price. Our private H2 tours also offer convenient pickup from anywhere in the Greater Palm Springs to La Quinta area.
ITINERARY
Pick-Up and Departure: This daily tour offers three departure locations.
Palm Desert – In front of Mortons 8 am to 1:30 pm
Palm Springs Art Museum – bottom of stairs behind Monroe statue 8:30 am to 1:00 pm
California Welcome Center in Yucca Valley for our best pricing. 9:30 am to 12:30 / 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm
See the Park Highlights:
Our guided tour unveils Joshua Tree’s most awe-inspiring, often-overlooked spots. Stand along the edge of the North American Plate, overlooking hundreds of miles of desert terrain stretching toward Mexico. You’ll explore iconic locations known for their massive, photogenic boulders.
The journey begins in historic Yucca Valley, gateway to Joshua Tree’s Mojave Desert. We stop at Cap Rock, where prospector Johnny Lang famously struck gold. Here, you’ll see an impressive rock balancing effortlessly on towering granite formations.
Don’t be surprised to spot rock climbers suspended over the immense formations known as Inselbergs.
Optional Walks:
Our tour includes optional walks. One of these is a 1-mile stroll through Hidden Valley, where maze-like canyons branch off unexpectedly, enticing adventurous walkers. This area showcases stunning “Monzogranite” formations, over 20 million years old, alongside the famous Joshua Trees.
Can’t walk a mile? No worries! Many guests prefer to sit back and take in the quiet beauty. Benches are scattered throughout, inviting you to relax and explore at your pace.
Be sure to return to the Hummer in time for our final breathtaking stop. This overlook sits nearly as high as the Grand Canyon’s rim, offering spectacular views for your last photos and a chance to stretch your legs.
On a clear day, the view extends to the Salton Sea—and even as far as Mexico!
Duration
Approximately 3 to 5 hours based on your departure location. See schedule below.