San Andreas Fault Small-Group Tour by Open-Air Jeep
The San Andreas Fault is one of the world’s best-known fault lines—and this small-group tour will help you discover it up close. Pick between morning and afternoon start times, make your own way to the Indio departure point, and set off via open-air Jeep. You’ll discover the region’s dramatic scenery, will learn about desert habitats and the local Cahuilla people, will visit a desert oasis, and much more.
Highlights
- ✓Enjoy the special opportunity to discover the San Andreas Fault up close
- ✓Immerse yourself in the desert scenery when you travel by open-air Jeep
- ✓This small-group tour, capped at 14 people, promises a personal experience
- ✓Your guide’s commentary will help bring the region and its history to life
What you'll see & do
- ✓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.
What's included
- ✓Bottled water
- ✓Naturalist guided open-air Jeep eco-tour
- ✓Granola snacks
- ✓Land Use Fees
What's not included
- ✓Food and drink (unless otherwise specified)
- ✓Gratuities
- ✓Hotel Transfers
Good to know
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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.
Closed-toe shoes, a hat and sunscreen are strongly advised
A minimum of 2 guests per booking is required
Tours departing after 1:00 PM are Sunset Tours
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 is not an extreme tour, but you are travelling on dirt trails and washes, so the ride is a little bumpy.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
San Andreas Fault Small-Group Tour by Open-Air Jeep
The San Andreas Fault is one of the world’s best-known fault lines—and this small-group tour will help you discover it up close. Pick between morning and afternoon start times, make your own way to the Indio departure point, and set off via open-air Jeep. You’ll discover the region’s dramatic scenery, will learn about desert habitats and the local Cahuilla people, will visit a desert oasis, and much more.
Highlights
- ✓Enjoy the special opportunity to discover the San Andreas Fault up close
- ✓Immerse yourself in the desert scenery when you travel by open-air Jeep
- ✓This small-group tour, capped at 14 people, promises a personal experience
- ✓Your guide’s commentary will help bring the region and its history to life
What you'll see & do
- ✓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.
What's included
- ✓Bottled water
- ✓Naturalist guided open-air Jeep eco-tour
- ✓Granola snacks
- ✓Land Use Fees
What's not included
- ✓Food and drink (unless otherwise specified)
- ✓Gratuities
- ✓Hotel Transfers
Good to know
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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.
Closed-toe shoes, a hat and sunscreen are strongly advised
A minimum of 2 guests per booking is required
Tours departing after 1:00 PM are Sunset Tours
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 is not an extreme tour, but you are travelling on dirt trails and washes, so the ride is a little bumpy.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.