The adventure begins the moment you board your Big Red Jeep and depart on a 40-minute journey through the lush agricultural lands at the Eastern end of the Coachella Valley. 

Discover why this part of the valley is called the Salad Bowl as your guide explains the importance of agriculture to the economy of the Palm Springs area.  On the way you will pass lush Polo Grounds, the Martinez Landslide, and fields of Date Groves, grape vineyards, and other crop fields.

As we work our way East, you will enjoy incredible views of the Salton Sea, the second largest inland body of water in the United States, where over 400 species of migratory birds rest and nest on their migratory path along the pacific flyway. 

Then we are on to the awe-inspiring painted hills. Thrust up by tectonic collisions and cut into endless mazes by erosion, these steep-walled canyons offer some of the most spectacular scenery, tortured rock formations, and amazing colors seen in the desert.  

Tour Advisories: 

• Guests with neck or back injuries and women who are pregnant are advised to consult with their doctor before taking any Jeep Eco-Tour.  
• There are NO RESTROOMS available on this tour.
• Due to BLM restrictions, guests must hike (through sometimes deep sand) into some of the canyons on this tour.  Therefore,  proper walking/hiking shoes are required for this adventure. The amount of hiking can be adjusted on this tour according to guest preference and ability.   Hikes range from easy to challenging (based on guest preference).

Additional Information

Tour Minimums / Maximums:

• This tour has a 2 person minimum.

• If you are a single traveler please call (760) 779-1837 to inquire about joining an existing tour.

Tour Advisory: 

• Guests with neck or back injuries and women who are pregnant are advised to consult with their doctor before taking any Jeep Eco-Tour.

• There are NO RESTROOMS available on this tour once you get into Painted Canyon.

Things to Bring:

• Wear closed-toe shoes with rubber soles (such as tennis shoes or hiking boots).  Sandals and shoes with high heels are not recommended.

• Wear comfortable clothing - we recommend you dress in layers as desert temperatures can change quickly.  In the cooler months (November through March), we suggest you bring a light sweater or jacket. 

• Bring a hat and sunglasses and apply sunscreen before the tour.

• Don't forget your camera or video camera and make sure your batteries are charged up and you have plenty of film.  

Tour Inclusions: 

• 4-hour naturalist-guided jeep eco-tour

• Guided nature walk (geared to the abilities of the guests in the jeep)

• Granola snack and bottled water

• Any applicable land use or admission fees

Exclusions: 

• Guide gratuity is not included by is appreciated. Suggested gratuity is 15%.

Cancellation Policy:

• There is a 5% cancellation penalty for cancellations received at least 48 hours prior to your scheduled departure. 

• There is no refund for cancellations received within 48 hours of the scheduled tour departure or for no-shows.

Reservations:

• Advanced reservations are required for this activity.

• Two (2) days advance notice is required for online bookings.

• To make reservations for tours departing within 48 hours, please call Desert Adventures Tour Reservations Desk Toll Free at 1-888-440-5337 or Locally at 1-760-324-5337.

Tour Departure Location:

• This tour departs from the Ralph's Parking Lot on Jefferson Street in Indio:  

49908 Jefferson St
Indio,  CA 92201

There is plenty of FREE PARKING.

• From the I-10 Freeway (heading East from Palm Springs):

• Exit the freeway at the Indio Blvd. Exit
• Take Indio Blvd. approximately .7 miles to Jefferson Street
• Turn right (South) on Jefferson Street  
• Continue on Jefferson Street for approximately 4.1 miles
• Ralph's Grocery Store will be on your left just before the intersection of Jefferson Street and Avenue 50.  

• From Hwy 111 (traveling East from Palm Springs):

• Take Hwy 111 East to Jefferson Street in Indio
• Turn Right (South) onto Jefferson Street
• Continue on Jefferson Street for approximately 1.5 miles
• Ralph's Grocery Store will be on your left just before the intersection of Jefferson Street and Avenue 50.  
  

If you have difficulty finding us, please give our office a call at 760-324-5337.

Hotel pickup is NOT AVAILABLE on this tour.  If you require hotel pickup, please see our 3-hour San Andreas Fault Jeep Tour option (for guests staying in Palm Desert, Indian Wells, La Quinta, Indio, or Rancho Mirage) or our Indian Canyons Jeep Tour Option (for guests staying in Rancho Mirage, Cathedral City, or Palm Springs). 

 

The adventure begins the moment you board your Big Red Jeep and depart on a 40-minute journey through the lush agricultural lands at the Eastern end of the Coachella Valley. 

Discover why this part of the valley is called the Salad Bowl as your guide explains the importance of agriculture to the economy of the Palm Springs area.  On the way you will pass lush Polo Grounds, the Martinez Landslide, and fields of Date Groves, grape vineyards, and other crop fields.

As we work our way East, you will enjoy incredible views of the Salton Sea, the second largest inland body of water in the United States, where over 400 species of migratory birds rest and nest on their migratory path along the pacific flyway. 

Then we are on to the awe-inspiring painted hills. Thrust up by tectonic collisions and cut into endless mazes by erosion, these steep-walled canyons offer some of the most spectacular scenery, tortured rock formations, and amazing colors seen in the desert.  

Tour Advisories: 

• Guests with neck or back injuries and women who are pregnant are advised to consult with their doctor before taking any Jeep Eco-Tour.  
• There are NO RESTROOMS available on this tour.
• Due to BLM restrictions, guests must hike (through sometimes deep sand) into some of the canyons on this tour.  Therefore,  proper walking/hiking shoes are required for this adventure. The amount of hiking can be adjusted on this tour according to guest preference and ability.   Hikes range from easy to challenging (based on guest preference).

Things To Bring

Things to Bring:

• Wear closed-toe shoes with rubber soles (such as tennis shoes or hiking boots).  Sandals and shoes with high heels are not recommended.
• Wear comfortable clothing - we recommend you dress in layers as desert temperatures can change quickly.  In the cooler months (November through March), we suggest you bring a light sweater or jacket. 
• Bring a hat and sunglasses and apply sunscreen before the tour.
• Don't forget your camera or video camera and make sure your batteries are charged up and you have plenty of film.

Inclusions

Your adventure includes a jeep eco-tour with an expert naturalist guide, guided nature walk (geared to the abilities of the guests in the jeep), granola snack and bottled water, and any land use or admission fees.

Exclusions

Guide gratuity is not included by is appreciated. Suggested gratuity is 15%.

Cancellation Policy

There is a 5% cancellation penalty for cancellations received at least 48 hours prior to your scheduled departure. There is no refund for cancellations received within 48 hours of the scheduled tour departure or for no-shows.

Departs

Daily

Unavailable Dates

Christmas Day, Thanksgiving

Pickup/Departure

This tour departs from the Ralph's Parking Lot on Jefferson Street in Indio:

49908 Jefferson St
Indio, CA 92201

There is plenty of FREE PARKING.

From the I-10 Freeway (heading East from Palm Springs):

Exit the freeway at the Indio Blvd. Exit
Take Indio Blvd. approximately .7 miles to Jefferson Street
Turn right (South) on Jefferson Street
Continue on Jefferson Street for approximately 4.1 miles
Ralph's Grocery Store will be on your left just before the intersection of Jefferson Street and Avenue 50.

From Hwy 111 (traveling East from Palm Springs):

Take Hwy 111 East to Jefferson Street in Indio
Turn Right (South) onto Jefferson Street
Continue on Jefferson Street for approximately 1.5 miles
Ralph's Grocery Store will be on your left just before the intersection of Jefferson Street and Avenue 50.

If you have difficulty finding us, please give our office a call at 760-324-5337.

Hotel pickup is NOT AVAILABLE on this tour. If you require hotel pickup, please see our 3-hour San Andreas Fault Jeep Tour option (for guests staying in Palm Desert, Indian Wells, La Quinta, Indio, or Rancho Mirage) or our Indian Canyons Jeep Tour Option (for guests staying in Rancho Mirage, Cathedral City, or Palm Springs).

Drop-Off

Same as departure.

Additional Locations

Palm Springs, CA, United States
Cathedral City, CA, United States
Rancho Mirage, CA, United States
Palm Desert, CA, United States
Indian Wells, CA, United States
La Quinta, CA, United States
Indio, CA, United States
Desert Hot Springs, CA, United States
Thousand Palms, CA, United States
Coachella Valley, CA, United States
CA, United States
Greater Palm Springs, CA, United States