Grand Canyon 3-Hour Off-Road Sunset Safari with Entrance Gate Detour
by Grand Canyon Jeep Tours & Safaris
Choose from 1 available option
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$266.68Overview
This 3-hour off-road jeep safari explores the Grand Canyon South Rim in custom safari vehicles with forward-facing bucket seats and large panoramic windows. The tour begins with pickup at a central location in Tusayan, Arizona, departing two hours before sunset. It includes a detour that bypasses the busy south entrance gate using back-road Forest permits held since 1993. During a 30-minute off-road segment, the route passes through areas where elk, deer, and rare bird species can be seen in their natural environment. The itinerary includes stops at Yavapai Point for approximately 45 minutes, offering views of the Colorado River and Phantom Ranch, followed by a 30-minute stop at Pipe Creek Vista. The tour concludes with a one-hour stop at Grandview Point to watch the sunset as the canyon changes colors. Local guides provide information throughout the trip on the Grand Canyon’s geological formations, Native American history, mule and hiking trail systems, and regional background. Bottled water is included. Gratuities and entrance fees are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Grand Canyon South Rim
This 3-hour sunset tour at the South Rim includes pickup in Tusayan and a detour through the south entrance gate using back-road permits. During a 30-minute off-road section, you will see wildlife such as elk, deer, and rare bird species. Local guides explain the geological formations, Native American history, mule trails, and hiking paths. The tour finishes at Grandview Point where the canyon’s colors change as the sun sets.
180 min
Yavapai Point
This stop offers views of the Colorado River, Phantom Ranch, and expansive canyon vistas.
45 min
Pipe Creek Vista
A viewpoint overlooking Pipe Creek Canyon.
30 min
Grandview Point
The final stop where you watch the sunset over the canyon.
60 min
Meeting point
DEPARTURE LOCATION IS IN TUSAYAN, AZ - NOT GRAND CANYON VILLAGE. PLEASE USE GOOGLE MAPS FOR DIRECTIONS. DEPARTURE LOCATION: Parking lot in front of Tusayan Fire Dept, between IMAX Theater & Wendy's. Departure Location is the town 1 mile south of south entrance gates of Grand Canyon National Park.
End point
DEPARTURE LOCATION IS IN TUSAYAN, AZ - NOT GRAND CANYON VILLAGE. PLEASE USE GOOGLE MAPS FOR DIRECTIONS. DEPARTURE LOCATION: Parking lot in front of Tusayan Fire Dept, between IMAX Theater & Wendy's. Departure Location is the town 1 mile south of south entrance gates of Grand Canyon National Park.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Grand Canyon 3-Hour Off-Road Sunset Safari with Entrance Gate Detour
by Grand Canyon Jeep Tours & Safaris
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$266.68Overview
This 3-hour off-road jeep safari explores the Grand Canyon South Rim in custom safari vehicles with forward-facing bucket seats and large panoramic windows. The tour begins with pickup at a central location in Tusayan, Arizona, departing two hours before sunset. It includes a detour that bypasses the busy south entrance gate using back-road Forest permits held since 1993. During a 30-minute off-road segment, the route passes through areas where elk, deer, and rare bird species can be seen in their natural environment. The itinerary includes stops at Yavapai Point for approximately 45 minutes, offering views of the Colorado River and Phantom Ranch, followed by a 30-minute stop at Pipe Creek Vista. The tour concludes with a one-hour stop at Grandview Point to watch the sunset as the canyon changes colors. Local guides provide information throughout the trip on the Grand Canyon’s geological formations, Native American history, mule and hiking trail systems, and regional background. Bottled water is included. Gratuities and entrance fees are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Grand Canyon South Rim
This 3-hour sunset tour at the South Rim includes pickup in Tusayan and a detour through the south entrance gate using back-road permits. During a 30-minute off-road section, you will see wildlife such as elk, deer, and rare bird species. Local guides explain the geological formations, Native American history, mule trails, and hiking paths. The tour finishes at Grandview Point where the canyon’s colors change as the sun sets.
180 min
Yavapai Point
This stop offers views of the Colorado River, Phantom Ranch, and expansive canyon vistas.
45 min
Pipe Creek Vista
A viewpoint overlooking Pipe Creek Canyon.
30 min
Grandview Point
The final stop where you watch the sunset over the canyon.
60 min
Meeting point
DEPARTURE LOCATION IS IN TUSAYAN, AZ - NOT GRAND CANYON VILLAGE. PLEASE USE GOOGLE MAPS FOR DIRECTIONS. DEPARTURE LOCATION: Parking lot in front of Tusayan Fire Dept, between IMAX Theater & Wendy's. Departure Location is the town 1 mile south of south entrance gates of Grand Canyon National Park.
End point
DEPARTURE LOCATION IS IN TUSAYAN, AZ - NOT GRAND CANYON VILLAGE. PLEASE USE GOOGLE MAPS FOR DIRECTIONS. DEPARTURE LOCATION: Parking lot in front of Tusayan Fire Dept, between IMAX Theater & Wendy's. Departure Location is the town 1 mile south of south entrance gates of Grand Canyon National Park.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.