San Andreas Fault Jeep Tour from Palm Springs

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Inclusions / Exclusions

Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Bottled water
Naturalist guided open-air Jeep eco-tour
Granola snacks
Land Use Fees

Food and drink (unless otherwise specified)
Gratuities
Hotel Transfers

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.

Meeting points

Meet your Jeep at the Metate Ranch parking lot 10 minutes prior to your tour. Follow the signage for Red Jeep Tours. If you make it to the Granite/Hi Grade construction gate, you have gone too far.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

San Andreas Fault

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.

3 hours

Additional Info

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
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.

Free Cancellation

April 25100% refund

April 26No refund

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This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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Awesome Historical Information Tour

Published on Jan, 2025

This tour went way beyond our expectations! Landry, our driver/tour guide, was personable and extremely knowledgeable about the local history and especially the ancient history associated with the San Andreas Fault! We did three walking excursions from the Red Jeep. All were pretty tame and manageable for a couple of 64 year olds.

Excellent overview of the area's history, geology, and inhabitants

Published on Jan, 2025

Really enjoyed our Jeep tour. Our guide, Travis, was extremely well-informed on everything about the area. The drive takes you through some beautiful terrain, and you'll have the opportunity for short hikes into slot canyons and around an oasis. Port-a-potties are available, and drinking water was provided.

A tour to remember

Published on Jan, 2025

Steve was among the most knowledgeable tour guides we have ever met! The tour was spectacular and having Steve as a guide was the icing on the cake!

Four friends on the oasis!

Published on Jan, 2025

Chris was an amazing, informative guide. His enthusiasm for the geology of the area was contagious! We really enjoyed the tour and came away with a much better understanding of the fault region!

Learning experience in Cool Surroundings

Published on Jan, 2025

It is a pleasant academic experience out in the desert learning about the history and geography and geology of the area while traveling in a jeep with a super knowledgeable guide. Rich was very personable and great fun.

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