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Activitate Tucson, USA
Saguaro National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
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Embark on a journey through the majestic Saguaro National Park on our Self-Guided Driving Tour!
In the comfort of your own vehicle, we'll take you on a scenic drive through the towering cacti and stunning desert landscape, providing ample opportunities for photos and unforgettable memories.
Turn your phone into a personal tour guide with this audio-driving tour that shares fascinating insights into the history, ecology, and geology of the park, including the unique wildlife that calls this incredible desert home.
With stops at multiple overlooks and scenic vistas, you'll have plenty of chances to explore and take in the awe-inspiring beauty of this national park.
Whether you're a nature lover, a photography enthusiast, or simply seeking an unforgettable adventure, our Self-Guided Saguaro National Park Driving Tour is a perfect choice.
Book your tour today and discover the wonder of this iconic desert landscape!
*Download the Shaka Guide app to access your purchased tours.*
Pe scurt
- Durată
- 12–13 ore
- Confirmare
- Confirmare imediată
- Bilet
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Grup
- Doar grupul tău
- Persoane pe rezervare
- 1–15
- Ghid audio
- engleză
- Organizator
- Shaka Guide Apps
Ce include
Inclus
- Inclus: Tours NEVER expire
- Inclus: Offline Audio Guided Tour: Hours of audio narration with stories, travel tips and music
- Inclus: Offline map (map and GPS work completely offline - no wifi or data needed)
- Inclus: Take the tour when you want - download the tour and choose the day that works best for you
- Inclus: Tour highlights with activity and restaurant recommendations
- Inclus: Turn-by-turn directions using GPS
- Inclus: Freedom to explore at your own pace - pick the stops you want, skip the ones you don’t
- Inclus: Audio narration that plays automatically as you drive
Nu este inclus
- Nu este inclus: Private transportation
- Nu este inclus: Meals and Refreshment
- Nu este inclus: Parking Fees
Itinerar
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Oprirea 1
2 ore
Nice 4 mile loop hike that summits Brown Mountain, a lower hill that's just outside Saguaro National Park.
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Red Hills Visitor Center
10 min Intrarea nu este inclusă
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
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Desert Discovery Nature Trail
30 min
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.
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Oprirea 4
15 min
A 0.8 mile trail that leads to an impressive overlook above a large expanse of virgin Sonoran desert, with mountains in the background.
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Oprirea 5
30 min
A placid picnic spot with vault toilets and nice desert views.
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Oprirea 6
1 h 30 min
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.
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Oprirea 7
35 min
Stunning Hohokam culture petroglyphs with a backdrop of desert and mountains behind.
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2 ore
Part zoo, part museum, part botanical garden, part art gallery, there's something for everybody at this unique institution, which is one of Tucson's top attractions. This place celebrates everything native to Arizona with natural exhibits and well-kept paths through gardens. Play areas, shows, and more keep the kids entertained as well. About 85% of the Desert Museum is outdoors.
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Oprirea 9
15 min
A stunning scenic overlook of vast desert, with parking and stone structures built by the Civilian Conservation Corps.
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Oprirea 10
5 min
The Saguaro East portion of the tour begins past the Rincon Mountain Visitor Center, at the beginning of the Cactus Forest Drive scenic loop. This is a quick and easy overlook, one of the first along Cactus Forest Drive. For those that are anxious to get out of the car and take a look around, this is a quick introduction to the area. But if time is short, you can press on.
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Oprirea 11
5 min
Another brief stop is in order at this overlook, which has a much more expansive view of the surrounding saguaro forest.
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Oprirea 12
30 min
The Mica View Picnic Area has a few shaded places to enjoy a picnic, but the star is the Mica View Trail. It's an easy, 1.5 mile round trip hike through the saguaros. The path is flat, wide, and made of gravel, making this an ADA-accessible trail.
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Desert Ecology Trail
15 min
This easy, paved trail is under a half mile long, and is one more ADA-accessible path through the desert flora. It doesn't take long to walk through, but you might linger longer to read the interpretive signs, or wait on a bench to see what wildlife appears.
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Loma Verde
1 h 30 min
This trailhead is the gateway to a tangle of trails that extend into the desert. But the most popular trip is to do a loop, combining the Loma Verde, Pink Hill, and Squeeze Pen trails. Together, it's about 3.5 miles round trip, through more saguaros, cacti, and small trees.
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Oprirea 15
5 min
This overlook sits at the base of the Rincon Mountain range, with an open view of the desert ecosystem.
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Javelina Rocks
15 min
Enjoy climbing around these ancient rock formations, which are a window into Saguaro's unique geological history. This is a particularly good spot for enjoying a sunset, with open views of much of the Cactus Forest Loop area.
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Oprirea 17
30 min
This is an easy, one mile round trip hike to what's left of the Freeman family homestead. There's not much in the way of ruins other than the house's foundations, but it's an enjoyable hike nonetheless. The trail makes a loop in a densely vegetated area, where wildlife is abundant.
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Oprirea 18
2 ore
A picnic area with covered tables and a restroom, as well as the Tanque Verde trailhead. The entire Tanque Verde Trail is over 17 miles long, an adventure that crosses through multiple ecosystems between saguaro desert to alpine forest.
Even if you do the first couple miles, you'll see the saguaros disappear and replaced with scrubland. Wide open views, nearby mountains, and incredible scenery make this a fitting grand finale to the tour.
Punct de întâlnire și preluare
Toți participanții se întâlnesc la punctul de întâlnire.
Punct de întâlnire
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The tour of the Tucson Mountain District (West) begins on Route 86 outside of Tucson. The tour of the Rincon Mountain District (East) begins just after the visitor center on Cactus Loop Drive.
Punct de final
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The tour of the Tucson Mountain District (West) begins on Route 86 outside of Tucson. The tour of the Rincon Mountain District (East) begins just after the visitor center on Cactus Loop Drive.
Cum folosești biletul
HOW TO REDEEM YOUR TOUR:
Thank you for purchasing the Saguaro National Park Tour.
Before you start your adventure, you'll need to redeem and download the tour in the Shaka Guide app. Follow the instructions below:
*Please Note: The redeem code is the 10-digit booking reference number on your ticket (located under the barcode).
1. Download the Shaka Guide App in the App Store or Google Play Store (or use the link at the bottom of this email)
2. Open the app and sign in/create your account
3. Go to Support → Retrieve Purchases
4. Tap on Redeem Purchases
5. Enter your Redeem Code (10-digit booking reference number on your ticket located under the barcode)
6. Tap on Redeem Purchases
7. Download your tour(s)
Once you've redeemed your tour, you'll find it under "My Stuff" in the app.
For a smooth ride, download the tour with wifi before you go.
Should you need further assistance or have other questions, email us at [email protected] or call (808) 201-8138
DOWNLOAD THE APP HERE: www.shakaguide.com/download
Anulare
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| Dacă anulezi | Primești înapoi |
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Bine de știut
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Travelers must have a smartphone compatible with the Shaka Guide app.
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The app must be downloaded and the tour redeemed before arrival.
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Strong Wi-Fi or cellular data is required to download the tour in advance.
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Location services (GPS) must be enabled on the device
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Travelers are responsible for securing any required entrance passes, reservations, or permits before starting
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Tour covers both districts — Tucson Mountain (West) and Rincon Mountain (East) — with a ~45 min drive between them through Tucson; no tour narration between the two
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West district starts on Route 86 outside Tucson; East district starts just after the visitor center on Cactus Loop Drive
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No food or restaurants in the park — stock up on snacks and water beforehand
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Time estimate: West district 4–6 hours with stops; East district ~2 hours with stops (more if hiking)
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Drive slowly — snakes and Gila monsters frequently cross or bask on the road
Părerea călătorilor
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