Jeep Tours in Palm Springs – Explore the San Andreas Fault

3 hours – 180 hours
Palm Springs, USA

About this activity

 Experience the most famous Palm Springs Jeep Tour with an expert-led adventure into the San Andreas Fault. Explore slot canyons, fossil beds, and a recreated Indian village inside a private desert preserve. 

Highlights

  • Explore slot canyons formed by seismic activity
  • The most popular Jeep tour in Palm Springs
  • Learn about California's tectonic and earthquake history
  • Visit a recreated Cahuilla Indian village and Fault center
  • Enjoy a guided ride in a rugged open-air Jeep

Full description

 Dive into the heart of Southern California’s geological wonders on one of the most requested Palm Springs Jeep Tours — the famous San Andreas Fault Jeep Eco-Adventure. This 3-hour journey takes you through a private desert preserve along the San Andreas Fault, where you can walk inside narrow slot canyons shaped by seismic forces, explore ancient fossil beds, and learn from expert naturalist guides about California’s tectonic history. Unlike other tours, this adventure also includes a visit to a recreated Cahuilla Indian village for an authentic cultural experience. Riding in a rugged open-air Jeep, you’ll enjoy breathtaking desert landscapes that make this one of the top Jeep Tours in Palm Springs. Ideal for families, photographers, and groups of all ages. Don’t forget your camera for unforgettable views and up-close encounters with the San Andreas Fault. 

Included / Excluded

  • Guided tour through a private desert preserve along the San Andreas Fault
  • Exploration of narrow slot canyons and prehistoric fossil beds
  • Ride in a rugged open-air Jeep with professional narration
  • Meals and beverages beyond provided snacks and water

Meeting point

Start Location

San Andreas Fault Jeep Tour, 38635 Monroe St, Indio, CA 92203, USA

Metate Ranch | San Andreas Fault Jeep Tour, 38635 Monroe St, Indio, CA 92203, USA

Important information

Know before you book

  • Tour duration is approximately 3 hours
  • Departures are daily at 8:00 AM; note that open-air Jeep tours are unavailable in July and August
  • The tour departs from a private ranch, about 30 minutes from downtown Palm Springs

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes suitable for light walking
  • Bring sunscreen, water, and a hat to protect against the sun
  • Be prepared for light walking; the fitness level is easy to moderate

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts

Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund