Saguaro National Park: Self-Guided Driving Tour
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Tucson
Embark on a self-guided driving tour through the majestic Saguaro National Park. Explore towering cacti, stunning desert landscapes, and unique wildlife. Book your tour today!
Duration: 5 hours, 45 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Red Hills Visitor Center - This visitor center is a wealth of information about the west side of Saguaro National Park, the TMD. There are also good restrooms, a museum, activities, a gift shop, and a theatre.

Park entrance fee per vehicle
good for 7 Days

  • Desert Discovery Nature Trail - An interpretive trail near the park entrance that is paved, flat, and easy for strollers or wheelchairs. The 0.4 mile loop may have flowers and birds, as well as reptiles.
  • Valley View Overlook Trail - A 0.8 mile trail that leads to an impressive overlook above a large expanse of virgin Sonoran desert, with mountains in the background.
  • Ez-Kim-In-Zin Picnic Area - A placid picnic spot with vault toilets and nice desert views.
  • Sendero Esperanza Trailhead - This trail offers a stunning route to reach Mt. Wassen, the highest point of the TMD. Along the way one can see saguaros and other desert plants, as well as possibly wildlife as well, reptiles, birds, and possibly mammals, like jackrabbits and javalinas, or even mountain lions.
  • Signal Hill - Stunning Hohokam culture petroglyphs with a backdrop of desert and mountains behind.
  • Brown Mountain - Nice 4 mile loop hike that summits Brown Mountain, a lower hill that’s just outside Saguaro National Park.
  • Gates Pass Scenic Lookout - A stunning scenic overlook of vast desert, with parking and stone structures built by the Civilian Conservation Corps.
What's Included
  • Tours never expire
  • Offline audio guided tour with hours of narration, stories, travel tips, and music
  • Use offline map with GPS - no wifi or data required
  • Download the tour and select the most convenient day
  • Includes tour highlights, activities, and restaurant recommendations
  • Turn-by-turn GPS directions
  • Customize your experience with the freedom to choose your stops
  • Automatic audio narration as you drive
What's Not Included
  • Private transportation
  • Meals and Refreshment
  • Entrance Fee: Saguaro Nation Park Visitor Center - $25 per vehicle to enter the park
  • Parking Fees
Additional Information

Embark on a journey through the awe-inspiring Saguaro National Park with our Self-Guided Driving Tour! From the comfort of your own car, we guide you on an picturesque drive amidst the towering cacti and breathtaking desert landscape, offering plenty of opportunities for snapshots and lifetime memories.

Transform your phone into a private tour guide with our audio-driving tour that delivers captivating insights into the park’s history, ecology, and geology, including the unique creatures inhabiting this amazing desert. With numerous stops at panoramic overlooks and stunning vistas, you’ll have numerous opportunities to discover and appreciate the breathtaking beauty of this national park.

Whether you’re an avid nature enthusiast, a photography lover, or simply on a quest for an unforgettable experience, our Self-Guided Saguaro National Park Driving Tour perfectly fits the bill. Book your tour now and unravel the astonishment of this legendary desert landscape!

Location
Arizona 86
Route 86 outside of Tucson. Early start is recommended.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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660bradleyj
Nov 6, 2023
Fantastic Tour of Saguaro - Incredible tour of Saguaro National Park, my wife and I absolutely loved it. Certainly worth every penny for a great experience!
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Melvin_l
Mar 27, 2023
The Best Seguaro Self Guided Tour - This was the perfect self guided tour with just the right amount of stops and beautiful views! A great way to spend the morning!
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Susanrk6160hj
Mar 21, 2024
Frustrated - Sadly, the directions of where and how were not clear and we ended up at the wrong entrance and forfeited our audio experience. Very confusing!!
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