Joshua Tree Open Air Hummer Adventure

About this activity

Experience the breathtaking landscapes of Joshua Tree National Park aboard an open-air military Hummer. Journey through rugged desert terrain, discover hidden oases, and marvel at towering rock formations sculpted by millions of years of geological history. Along the way, your knowledgeable guide brings the desert to life with fascinating stories about its geology, wildlife, ecology, and cultural heritage.

Enjoy spectacular scenery, unforgettable photo opportunities, and the personalized experience of a small-group adventure. From dramatic desert vistas to the remarkable beauty of Joshua Tree's unique landscape, this is an exciting way to discover one of America's most extraordinary national parks. Morning adventures and seasonal sunset tours are available.

Explore Joshua Tree in an authentic open-air military Hummer for a unique desert adventure.

Itinerary

1. Joshua Tree National Park · 180 min

   Our 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.

2. Keys View · 15 min

   Gawk 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.

3. Barker Dam Trail · 45 min

   We 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. A required $15 pedestrian fee is required for all adults on the tour for this portion of the activity. This excludes anyone with an annual national park pass.

4. Cap Rock Trail · 30 min

   This 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!

Meeting point

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

End point: This departs at 8:30 am daily in front of the main entrance of the Palm Springs Museum. ; 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.

Good to know

• 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

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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