Grand Canyon South Rim: Full-Day Audio Driving Tour
2.5
2 Ratings
Flagstaff
Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Grand Canyon South Rim on a full-day audio driving tour. Explore at your own pace with a personal guide through your smartphone!
Duration:
12 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
learn more
Highlights
- Little Colorado River Overlook - View the Little Colorado River Overlook.
- Tusayan Ruins and Museum - Archeological site and interpretive museum of ancient Puebloan village circa 1100 AD.
- Lipan Point - At 7,360 feet above sea level, Lipan Point offers some of the most expansive and clear views of the entire canyon.
- Navajo Point - Navajo Point offers a great view of Desert View Watchtower, as well as panoramic vistas to the west and a view north up the Colorado River.
- Grand Canyon Desert View Watchtower - Explore this Mary Colter-designed structure. Also offers gift shop, grocery store and ice cream parlor services.
- Moran Point - Named for famed nature artist Thomas Moran, Moran Point is an excellent place to see the vibrant colors of the Grand Canyon Supergroup and basement rocks like Vishnu Shist.
- Grandview Lookout Tower - Fire lookout tower built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1936. It is approximately 10 miles east of the Tusayan Ranger District Office and houses an observation deck and informational signage.
- Buggeln Picnic Area - Enjoy a picnic lunch in the shady ponderosa pine forest while stealing glances of the canyon through the trees.
- Grandview Point - Viewpoint along Desert View Drive that once housed the Grandview Hotel, Pete Berry’s mining enterprise. From here, you can hear the Hance Rapids below.
- Duck on a Rock Viewpoint - Viewpoint along Desert View Drive that features a Kaibab limestone formation that has eroded into the shape of a duck.
- Twin Point Overlook - Two quick pullovers for taking in more great canyon views.
- South Kaibab Trail - The trailhead located at Yaki Point that connects to the Bright Angel Trail before descending to the canyon floor.
- Pipe Creek Vista - The first viewpoint on Desert View Drive.
- Mather Point - Named for Stephen Mather, the first director of the National Park Service, Mather Point is located a short walk from the Grand Canyon Visitor Center and parking areas.
- Yavapai Geology Museum - From Mather Point, walk less than a mile along the flat, paved Rim Trail to the Yavapai Geology Museum. Here you’ll learn more about the geology of the Grand Canyon through interpretive panels and a topographical relief map of the entire canyon. The museum used to be the Yavapai Observation Station, so it offers some of the best panoramic views you’ll see all day. Also has a gift shop on site.
- Grand Canyon Village - The Grand Canyon Village was the first spot at the South Rim to offer tourist accommodations. With over 120 years of history here, you can explore the historical buildings and Native artwork, shop for souvenirs and grab a bite to eat at iconic restaurants like Fred Harvey Burger Diner.
- Verkamp’s Visitor Center - A visitor center, curio shop, and family home that’s been in the park for over a century.
- Hopi House - Commissioned by the Fred Harvey Company in 1904, Mary Colter built this “Indian Arts Building” in the style of a 1,000 year-old Native American Pueblo village dwelling. These days it houses local Native American art and a gift shop.
- El Tovar Hotel - The first luxury hotel built on the South Rim in 1905.
- Bright Angel Lodge - Built in 1935 as a “moderately priced” alternative, the luxury El Tovar, Bright Angel Lodge offers historic rooms, cozy cabins, two restaurants, a gift shop, and instant access to the South Rim.
- Lookout Studio - Mary Colter designed the Lookout Studio in 1914 as a refuge for tourists and artists to sit, relax, and gaze out at the beauty of the canyon. Today, tourists can still do just that, but now there is an added bonus of a gift shop.
- Kolb Studio - The original photography studio of Emery and Ellsworth Kolb is now an art gallery, bookstore and curio shop.
- Grand Canyon Railway Depot - Before the time of automobiles, the trains were the lifeblood of the canyon, bringing in tourists and supplies. Check out the original log depot with signs and memorabilia to get a feel for the train depot’s heyday.
- Desert View Drive - There are many surprising viewpoints and overlooks down the 26-mile Desert View Drive.
What's Included
- Tours NEVER expire - enjoy at your leisure
- Offline Audio Guided Tour with captivating stories, travel tips and music
- Fully offline map with GPS - no need for wifi or data
- Download the tour and take it on your ideal day
- Curated highlights featuring activities and dining options
- GPS-enabled turn-by-turn directions
- Tour at your own pace with the freedom to choose your stops
- Seamless audio narration that activates as you drive
What's Not Included
- Private transportation
- Meals and Refreshment
- Parking fees
- Entrance Fees
Additional Information
Experience the awe-inspiring grandeur of Grand Canyon’s South Rim with our GPS guided audio tour. Venture at your pace, in your own vehicle, soaking in mesmerizing scenes of the South Rim’s Grand Canyon with recommended pauses at hiking trails, viewpoints, and historical landmarks! Our knowledge-packed audio guide will offer insights into the canyon’s rich past and intriguing geological formation as you navigate - it’s like having a personal tutor right on your smartphone!
You’ll get ample chances to stop, get off your vehicle and immerse in the grandeur of South Rim! With Shaka Guide, you get to dictate your exploration pace. Simply pause the app and venture. The tour resumes from where you paused once back in your vehicle! Our guide is a blend of education, exploration, and adventure, promising a memorable tour.
Location
Flagstaff
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
2.5
(2 Ratings)
5 stars
4 stars
3 stars
2 stars
1 star
