San Andreas Fault Jeep Tour

Group Tour Option for 15+ People.

For groups under 15 guests, please see Our Tours for public and private tour options.

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San Andreas Fault Jeep Tour

DURATION: 3 to 4 hours

PRICE: $1,000 per 7-Passenger Jeep

Explore Our Private and Exclusive Metate Ranch Sanctuary on the San Andreas Fault

This is our signature and exclusive San Andreas Fault Experience. On this adventure, you will learn about the plants, animals, geology, and seismology of the California Desert and San Andreas Fault Zone. This tour also explains how and why the Cahuilla Indians lived in the fault zone and how they built and maintained a vibrant culture in this arid and inhospitable environment.

For Groups, this tour can be offered as a primarily riding or hiking tour, or a combination of both. We can customize this experience to your group's needs and interests.

Journey Through the San Andreas Fault Zone:

Extraordinary scenery abounds as your Big Red Jeep winds its way through the labyrinth of geological cuts and canyons of the San Andreas Fault Zone as your naturalist guide entertains you with stories about the plants, animals, geology, seismology and history of the California desert. Take a walk between the steep walls of canyons created by the powerful forces of plate tectonics, water, wind, and time and enjoy spectacular views and unique geologic features as your guide describes the geologic forces and local history that shaped the Coachella Valley.

Visit a Natural Palm Oasis:

Visit a natural palm oasis where crystal-clear water bubbles up year-round from the underground aquifer. Here, you will learn how the Cahuilla Indians used desert plants for food, medicine, shelter, tools, and weapons and how they built and maintained a vibrant culture in this arid and inhospitable environment.

Tour a Recreated Cahuilla Indian Village:

Enjoy a guided tour of a recreated Cahuilla Indian Village that sits on the former site of the ancient Cahuilla Village site of Paltewet. Your guide will share stories about the culture and lifestyle of the Cahuilla People as you tour a ceremonial long-house, sweat lodge, and kishes (family huts) adorned with interpretive displays.

Tour Details

TOUR AVAILABILITY:

Morning Tours depart at 8:00 AM (7:30 AM from Palm Springs hotels)
Afternoon Tours depart at 1:00 PM or later (Not offered June - September)

RESERVATIONS:

We are happy to hold space on a tentative basis (subject to availability) while you confirm your reservations
A signed contract and 50% deposit are required to confirm your reservation

VEHICLE:

Open-air 7-passenger Jeep CJ-8 (Scrambler) with shade top

CAPACITY:

Up to 105 guests at a time
Up to 200 guests in a 4-hour double-round program

HOTEL PICKUP:

Complimentary hotel pickup is included from Rancho Mirage, Palm Desert, Indian Wells, La Quinta, and Indio
$100 per Jeep additional for pickup from Palm Springs or guests may meet at Metate Ranch near Indio at no additional charge

TOUR INCLUSIONS:

Naturalist guided tour in a classic open-air Jeep Scrambler (CJ-8) with removable canvas shade top
Guided nature walk or easy hike – geared to the abilities of the guests in the jeep
Metate Ranch land and road use fees
Bottled water and granola snacks
Tour guide gratuity

TOUR ADVISORIES:

This tour is suitable for children aged 3 and up.
Proper footwear (hiking boots or walking/tennis shoes) are required. Please no open-toe shoes or sandals.
Guests get in and out of the Jeep several times on this tour to partake in short nature walks or an easy hike. Please let us know when booking if you have any mobility issues that limit your ability to walk or if you will need assistance getting in or out of the Jeep.
Guests who are pregnant or who have neck or back issues or injuries should consult with their doctor before taking this tour.

CHILD POLICY:

Children must be at least 3 years of age AND 1) weigh over 40 pounds OR 2) be at least 40 inches tall to ride in our Jeeps.
Children under the age of 8 or 4’9″ tall must ride in a booster seat (supplied by the guest and secured by a 2-point seat belt in the back of the Jeep).

Optional Enhancements: