Explore a shady oasis and rugged canyons on a Hummer adventure that goes deep into Joshua Tree’s arid landscape. Leave Palm Desert and hold on tight as your guide takes you through the park’s back roads, and enjoy sweeping views from the truck’s open top. Walk through the heart of a vast oasis, and learn about the settlers and Cahuilla Indians that lived in this harsh environment; watch for golden eagles and bighorn sheep as you navigate Berdoo canyon then discover ancient stands of bristling Joshua trees.

Follow the scenic roads of Joshua Tree National Park on an adventure-filled open air military Hummer.
Travel with an expert geology guide to experience and learn the in-depth stories of Joshua Tree National Park.
Spot some of the majestic wildlife of the area, such as bighorn sheep, golden eagles and coyotes
Explore the third-largest oasis in the world

What's Included

Transport by H1 Hummer

Gratuities
Beer, wine and soda can be brought aboard
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting And Pickup

Meeting point

74880 Country Club Dr
74880 Country Club Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260, USA
This is located in front of the Mortons Steakhouse in front of the Ralphs Grocery Store. There is free parking in this area where you will be met by a shuttle van that will take you to Joshua Tree where the open air Hummer is waiting to complete your journey.

Start time

08:00 AM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Joshua Tree National Park

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Big Morongo Canyon Preserve

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Beer, wine, soda and snacks can be brought aboard
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
Not wheelchair accessible

Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 9 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.

Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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Featured review

Josh

Jeff was great very knowledgeable about the Park and all the different features and history. Top Notch!!!

Reviews

4.5

162 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews

Reviews by Viator travelers.

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Andrea_B, Feb 2023

Bob did a great job! He showed us plants that can use to make items out of. Bird nest in a plant. So many beautiful view’s! Without Bob, we would have missed so much of the details of this beautiful National Park.

Response from Host, Feb 2023

Thanks for your terrific review and coming along with us to see nature with our guide Bob!

Lousy service

Ross_G, Oct 2022

Got a call at the meeting spot from a representative from the company that the trip would be cancelled because they couldn't secure a van to take us to the starting point where the Hummer was waiting for us. Another couple was there and said this happened to them the day before and got pushed to today. Really!!! Can't find a van to take 8 paying customers. If this is the start of the trip I can imagine what the actual 4 wheel drive activity would bring us.

Response from Host, Oct 2022

We are genuinely sorry this happened on this day. Although this is a very rare experience ,our van had a flat and it is necessary to use it to shuttle. Your tour will be refunded and we will offer you a discount next time you come visit us.

Review for tour

Josh, Feb 2020

Jeff was great very knowledgeable about the Park and all the different features and history. Top Notch!!!

Experience the Desert

Tom_K, Oct 2019

Jeff was a fun and informative guide. We experienced the majesty of Joshua Tree in one fulfilling afternoon. One of the few must do experiences around Palm Springs.

Fun back roads tour of Joshua Tree...

floz220, Aug 2018

Fun back roads tour of Joshua Tree National Park -- it doesn't cover the main tourist area but brings you to the back roads which is even more fun. Also stopped by the Oasis.

I would give it one star but the...

amelia p, Apr 2018

I would give it one star but the tour guide Patrick was very good. We were in an army style hummer with long bench seats in the back. I felt like a soldier being carted off to the war front. Very uncomfortable and not what we were expecting. The brochures all showed a normal hummer with regular seats. My legs have bruises and the opportunity to take pictures were few because we were holding on to the seats or to the blankets that were keeping us from freezing.

Don, our tour guide, was very...

Ellen V, Sep 2017

Don, our tour guide, was very knowledgeable and happy to share. My husband and I enjoyed everything from the Oasis to the hummer ride down the heights of Joshua Tree, great fun.

Our driver was great and extremely...

Joe S, Jul 2017

Our driver was great and extremely knowledgeable. He is very passionate about the region and it shows. I was under the impression though that we would be doing some more off-roading or going to places the public doesn't normally go. The whole trip was on highways and a very well maintained dirt road. I easily would have driven this trip myself, even our driver acknowledged that you can easily drive a rental car on this trip, but I would really miss the geology lesson! The desert vista and the solitude was great once we got to our destination.

Great tour! Went to parts of Joshua...

Bob R, Mar 2017

Great tour! Went to parts of Joshua Tree National Park where the general public seldom go. Tour took about 5 hours door to door. Went to the highest part of the park and had some fantastic views. Guide was extremely knowledgeable and passionate about his job. Would highly recommend.

Jeff was a fabulous guide. He was...

Gauri C, Mar 2017

Jeff was a fabulous guide. He was able to spot big horn sheep,jack rabbits, and plenty other wildlife for us. His geographical and historical knowledge of the area made him a great travel companion. We combined our tour with some tennis watching at Indian Wells and Jeff was able to accommodate our itinerary perfectly. The tour we picked was great because it covered the San Andreas fault, Joshua tree national park, and we found it all inclusive.our teenagers enjoyed it a lot!!! So that pretty much says a lot!!! I think it was a great tour!!

My son and I were taken on our...

Betsy_K, Mar 2017

My son and I were taken on our excursion by Pop, who has a vast knowledge for the area and subject matter. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and all that he and the excursion had to offer. It was a great experience...one that we will never forget! Thanks Pop!!!

I already submitted my...

Donald U, Jan 2017

I already submitted my comments. Donald Utroska

Hugely knowledgeable host in Scott...

Jill B, Oct 2016

Hugely knowledgeable host in Scott. This trip is a must, we very much enjoyed it

Great Views and out tour guide was very...

Michael F, Sep 2015

Great Views and out tour guide was very informative

The tour was really wonderful! Great...

Eva W, May 2015

The tour was really wonderful! Great tour guide and beautiful nature sights. We really enjoyed it!

Don was an amazing guide - so...

Sally B, May 2015

Don was an amazing guide - so knowledgeable about the area and made the trip an incredibly fun adventure. He says he knows every rock in the park and I have no doubt! We had a blast. Highly recommend.

super tour avec un excellent guide

Angus4ever, Aug 2018

tres bonne excursion. le Hummer permet de prendre des chemins inaccessibles aux véhicules classiques. peu de faune mais la flore est superbe. Mention spéciale a Jeff notre chauffeur/guide.