Covered Wagon Adventure: Unique Eco Tour Experience
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206 Ratings
Palm Desert

Embark on a one-of-a-kind eco adventure with Covered Wagons in the enchanting Palm Springs Desert. Experience the breathtaking wilderness, enjoy live entertainment, dancing lessons, games, and delicious food. Book now!

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • 34301 Washington St - Embark on an eco-friendly adventure into the stunning Sonoran Desert aboard a mule-drawn Covered Wagon! Journey into a 30,000-acre Oasis Wilderness Preserve, exclusively accessible to Covered Wagons!
    Your knowledgeable naturalist guide and Wagon Master Driver will both entertain and educate as you explore the rugged canyon…
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What's Included
  • Dinner
  • All Fees and Taxes
What's Not Included
  • Gratuity for guide, servers and entertainment.
Meal Options
  • Great BBQ with All The Trimmings! - Slow Cooked Brisket or Tri-Tip, Smoked Chicken, Coleslaw, Cowboy Beans, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Fresh Breads, and Seasonal Pie with Whipped Cream!
Additional Information

Experience a genuine Eco Tour in California with our wagon and mule adventures through ancient wilderness. For a similar experience, you’d need to travel to Colorado or Montana in the summer. This is a truly unique western adventure. Where else in the world can you embark on a mule-drawn wagon tour into the desert wilderness? Nowhere but here!
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Location
Covered Wagon Tours
Exit the 10 Fwy at Washington St. in Palm Desert. We are 4.0 Miles north from the freeway exit on Washington & 2.5 Miles past Del Webb Blvd. Look for the sign on right. Make a right after the sign at the driveway. Take the short desert road to the parking at the top, Welcome to Covered Wagons!
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Kathyni1740kj
Jun 6, 2026
Highlight of our trip to Indio - This was a fun experience. The guide was knowledgeable and personable. There was a real family atmosphere. The food was very good. I enjoyed learning about the desert plants and the area. The music was fun. Even though we did not join the dancing it was fun. The 2 teenagers with us enjoyed the games and the whole experience.
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Danny_m
May 29, 2026
A tast of the old west. - Had a great time fun and informative. Nice friendly staff, owners are on sight greating the guest. Food was good and plenty BBQ to go around, you will get full. Plenty of non alcoholic drinks. So if you need a beer bring your own. Had a great time and you will too.
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A2644jpfrankm
May 10, 2026
Come for the tour and stay for the hospitality - It was great. The guides, entertainment, servers, operator and everyone embody hospitality. It was our first time. The tour was interesting. Our guide, Paul, was knowledgeable and cares about the desert. The food was good. We especially liked the chicken. The music, singing and dancing was fun even though we don't really dance. We both cannot say enough about the warm hospitality.
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Yashica_a
Apr 26, 2026
An Unforgettable Desert Oasis – Well Worth the Drive! - This experience was absolutely worth the drive from Orange County! We booked the later tour to accommodate our travel time to Indio, and it was the perfect way to spend an evening. From the moment we arrived, we were transported back in time. The grounds are beautifully set up like an authentic wagon-era camp. While waiting for our tour, we enjoyed live music with some truly amazing vocalists and tried our hand at the outdoor games—though I learned the hard way that I definitely can’t rope a steer, even a stationary one! A few highlights from our trip: BYOB: We loved that we could bring our own adult beverages to enjoy throughout the evening. The Tour: Fun, engaging, and packed with interesting history about the grounds and the local area. The Vibe: Returning from the tour just as the sun was setting was magical. The temperature was perfect, and the BBQ dinner was delicious and fit the theme perfectly. Entertainment: The music under the tent and the family-style seating made for a great social atmosphere. We enjoyed this experience so much that we were already wishing they offered an overnight camp option! If you’re looking for a unique, high-quality adventure, I highly recommend this tour. We will definitely be back!
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Cathy_a
Apr 23, 2026
Thumbs up - It was an amazing time!! The grandkids absolutely loved it. The 6 year old gave it thumbs up. He liked the cowboys, food and dancing. I would do it again!!!
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Venture25946494299
Apr 20, 2026
The whole experience was worth every penny and more! - What a fantastic tour! George, our guide, knew so much about the San Andreas Fault, the Hidden Oasis, and the myriad of geology, flora and fauna at the Coachella Valley Preserve. I knocked off an item on my bucket list at the fault line and saw my first true oasis. The covered wagon tour was so much fun! The bbq dinner was delicious, and the country music throughout the evening was some of the best I've ever heard. The whole experience was worth every penny and more! Thanks for a stellar evening of memories, y'all! Yeehaw!! We cannot wait to come back for another wonderful experience!
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Kinga_b
Apr 12, 2026
Great family friendly... - Great family friendly activity. The music, dancing and show were very fun. The staff were very attentive.
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Davidsn2903eq
Apr 4, 2026
Bucket list must do. Believe me. Awesome - The staff was wonderful. Food was absolutely delicious. The ride was awesome, and when you get to the palms for a walk, you learn alot and your on the san Andreas fault line. George and the mules were great. Barn dancing and fire at night under the stars. The sunset was absolutely amazing while you eat dinner outdoors in the desert. I would recommend it to everyone. We had a great evening experience. Arrived at 5 and left at 930. Please ck this off your bucket list.
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P6027kcjenniferz
Apr 3, 2026
The BEST time!! - My family of four went on the covered wagon experience April 1st and thoroughly enjoyed our time. My adult children said this was the "highlight of their trip". None of us knew exactly what to expect going in, but were amazed by how organized everything was and how fun it was every step of the way. The musicians were entertaining and engaging. The barbecue and desert were delicious! I would highly recommend this excursion to anyone looking for an unique experience.
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Mnknkids
Apr 2, 2026
Great evening activity for couples or families. - It was a wonderful evening, activities available until we went out on the wagons. Informative stop on the fault line at the palms. Then a wonderful meal with singing and interactive dancing.
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