Go deep into Palm Springs’ Indian Canyons on a 3-hour, small group Jeep and hiking tour to the ancestral home of the Cahuilla tribes. Take in views of the rugged desert landscape as you ride into the rocky canyons, and learn the rich history of the Cahuilla; take a 1-mile (1.6-km) walk along a palm-lined stream to see the traces of historic Native American settlements. Visit a shady desert oasis, walk to a seasonal spring and browse a tribal trading post, then finish the tour at your Palm Springs hotel.
Indian Canyons 3-hour jeep and hiking eco-tour from Palm Springs
Learn about the history and culture of the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians from your informative guide
See desert flora and breathtaking views on an easy 1-mile hike up Andreas Canyon
Capture photos of the sweeping natural palm oasis from the rim of Palm Canyon
Shop for souvenirs and crafts at an Indian trading post
Small-group tour limited to seven people to ensure more personalized attention from your guide
What To Expect
Indian Canyons
Climb aboard a Big Red Jeeps for a visit to the ancestral home of the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians, where stunning rock formations and the contrasting greens of magnificent fan palms and more than 150 species of plants beckon travelers to these lush palm oases.
On your adventure, a professional guide will educate and entertain you with stories about the history, culture, lifestyle, and legends of the Cahuilla people. Enjoy a guided 1-mile hike on a tranquil trail along the banks of Andreas Creek as your guide describes the ceremonies and legends of the Cahuilla people and explains how they used the desert’s plants for survival. Then view one of the largest natural palm oases in North America from the rim of Palm Canyon and enjoy a short walk to a hidden water cave where the water flows most of the year.
3 hours • Admission Ticket Included
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Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 2 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
A minimum of 4 guests per booking is required
Not wheelchair accessible
Closed-toe shoes, a hat and sunscreen are strongly advised
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.
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Each Jeep holds up to 7 guests plus your driver/guide
Guests must be able to walk at least a mile over sometimes uneven terrain.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers
Include
Naturalist guided Jeep tour
Granola Snack
Bottled water
Admission Fees
Exclude
Gratuities
Food and drink (unless otherwise specified)