Joshua Tree Open Air Hummer Adventure
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About the Activity
Take a wild ride through the California desert in a comfortable open-air Hummer. Beware, it is 20 to 30 degrees cooler in the higher elevations and we highly recommend wearing layered clothing. This tour journeys through fabled Joshua Tree National Park. You could now choose to leave from Palm Desert or at a discount come out to Yucca Valley at the Welcome Center where the open air Hummer begins. Those beginning in Palm Desert will ride in an air conditioned shuttle for comfort. The total tour length is about 5 hours if taking our shuttle. Experience the natural beauty of the area while learning about its ecosystem and history from a National Park–approved guide. We have taken over 100,000 happy guests on this tour and you will not be disappointed. For those beginning this tour in the Palm Desert or Palm Springs area, we offer a comfortable air conditioned shuttle that takes you to Joshua Tree where the open air H1 Hummer portion of this tour will begin from the Welcome Center.3 hours to 5 hours
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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General Admission
Food and drink : Bottled water. Bottled water
Transport by H1 Hummer
Food and drink : Snacks. Snacks
Fees : Gratuities. Gratuities
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Travel Itinerary
- Maximum 14 travellers in this tour.
Locations in the itinerary
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Joshua Tree National Park
Joshua Tree, United StatesOur shuttle van will take you to the city of Joshua Tree where we trade for our H-1 Military Hummer to complete your adventure. We climb to the top of a breathtaking overlook called Keys Point that will give you a stunning view of the valley below and a view that stretches all the way to Mexico.3 hours • Admission Ticket Not IncludedView Location2
Keys View
United StatesGawk at a view that stretches for hundreds of miles. From this high point in Joshua Tree you can see as far as the Salton Sea and all the way down to Mexico on a clear day.
You might even be able to make out your hotel on this escarpment that borders the famous San Andreas Fault. Look below this ledge we will stop at and you will see the fault line itself which stretches for over 800 miles.15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location3
Barker Dam Trail
North of Barker Dam parking area, , United StatesWe offer an optional mile walk on this view that meanders through jaw-dropping beauty that includes the monzo granite formations of Joshua Tree as well as forests of these ancient plants that survived the Ice Age.
Your Hummer guide will escort you through this area and he is a certified Wilderness guide trained in the geology of this area as well as aware of its more recent Native American history.45 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location4
Cap Rock Trail
United States, 92277This offers you an additional half-mile optional walk that loops you around precarious rock formations that balance upon one another. This is one of the most photographed areas in the park and well worth a stop and visit. Do not forget your cameras!30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationMeeting and Pickup
Starting point
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This departs at 8:30 am daily in front of the main entrance of the Palm Springs Museum. View Location
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Please arrive here before 9:15 a.m. for the 9:30 am morning tour and 1:45 pm for the 2:00 pm afternoon tour. Meet our yellow Hummer in front of the Welcome Center.
The Welcome Center is nicely located near the city of Joshua Tree where the tour enters into the park.
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This departs at 8:30 am daily in front of the main entrance of the Palm Springs Museum. View Location
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Please arrive here before 9:15 a.m. for the 9:30 am morning tour and 1:45 pm for the 2:00 pm afternoon tour. Meet our yellow Hummer in front of the Welcome Center.
The Welcome Center is nicely located near the city of Joshua Tree where the tour enters into the park.
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Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Temperatures are about 20 to 30° cooler in the higher elevations so we recommend wearing layered clothing.
- Wear comfortable, closed-toe walking shoes and light, layered clothing in the summer and warmer clothing in the winter
- A maximum of 9 people per H1 Hummer
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketWhile we pay for general park admission, new 2025 Backcountry Fees is now required as a special fee for adult passengers. The new national park rules require individuals to acquire their own pass per passenger. The backcountry passes are called a PEDESTRIAN PASS for $15 per person over 15. You can also use or buy an annual pass that is good for up to four adults. Please go to the following website to make a purchase for your entrance fee prior to the tour at this website: https://www.recreation.gov/sitepass/74286 We are prohibited from purchasing these special passes on behalf of the guests. Please have your tickets purchased and ready before your tour. Your pass will allow you to return to the park at your own leisure within 7 days. Pass Purchase Site - https://www.recreation.gov/sitepass/74286Cancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Suplier may cancel the activity due to too few participants.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in America/Los_Angeles time to receive 100% refund.
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