Great Salt Lake Safari - Discover Antelope Island

5.0 (190 reviews) 4 h 30 min Free cancellation

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Bison in tall grass — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Great Salt Lake Safari - Discover Antelope Island, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

This is more than a sightseeing drive. Your guides are a Utah locals and former African safari guides who bring a naturalist’s approach to exploring Antelope Island, connecting the wildlife, landscape, ecology, and history into a deeper understanding of the place.

With a maximum of six guests, the experience stays small, relaxed, and personal. We can spend more time watching wildlife, asking questions, photographing a scene, or exploring an interesting stop instead of following the pace of a large bus tour.

Want more flexibility or exclusivity? Our Private Antelope Island State Park Tour is designed for guests who want their group only and greater freedom to shape the pace around photography, birding, family needs, or a special occasion.

Prefer the island at its most atmospheric? Our Great Salt Lake Sunset Safari Tour combines wildlife exploration with evening light, golden-hour photography, and sunset over the Great Salt Lake or visit safariutah.com

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At a glance

Duration: 4 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 6 people
People per booking: 1–5
Guide: English
Operated by: Safari Utah

Ages: Youth (6–16 years) · Adults (17–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Local guide
Included: Use of binoculars
Included: Entrance fees: Entrance fee
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

Not included: Sunscreen and insect repellent are recommended
Not included: To reduce plastic waste, we do not provide bottled water. Please bring a reusable bottle and any food or drinks you may need; extra water is available if needed.

Itinerary

Explore Antelope Island and the Great Salt Lake on a 4.5-hour, small-group wildlife safari led by a Utah local and former African safari guide. With a maximum of six guests, enjoy wildlife viewing, dramatic landscapes, local ecology, history, and time to explore. Highlights: Scenic Drive: Take in panoramic views of the Great Salt Lake and Wasatch Mountains while learning about the island’s history, geology, and ecology. Wildlife: Search varied habitats for bison, pronghorn, mule deer, and other wildlife. Birding: Look for seasonal shorebirds, raptors, owls, waterfowl, and migrating species. Photography: Capture wildlife and landscapes, with guidance on composition and technique when helpful. Ecology: Learn how the Great Salt Lake’s salinity and changing environment shape the wildlife and landscape around it. More ways to experience Antelope Island: Prefer a more flexible private experience or an evening sunset safari? We also offer the Private Antelope Island State Park Tour and Great Salt Lake Sunset Safari Tour. Note: Biting gnats may be present April–June, so we may spend more time viewing from the vehicle while still exploring the island.

Stop 1
Antelope Island State Park
Great Salt Lake

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

There is adequate day parking between the Tracy Aviary and the public swimming pool at Liberty Park(589 E. 1150 S. Salt Lake City). Meet in the NW area near the glass recycling.

End point

There is adequate day parking between the Tracy Aviary and the public swimming pool at Liberty Park(589 E. 1150 S. Salt Lake City). Meet in the NW area near the glass recycling.

Pickup points

Hyatt House Salt Lake City / Downtown
AC Hotel Salt Lake City Downtown
Oakwood at Renaissance
The Grand America Hotel
Little America Hotel
Salt Lake City Marriott City Center
Marriott Salt Lake Downtown at City Creek
Comfort Inn & Suites Salt Lake City I-80 I-15 Downtown
Homewood Suites By Hilton Salt Lake City-downtown
Metropolitan Inn
Element by Marriott Salt Lake City Downtown

and 31 more pickup points

Please be ready 10 minutes before the start time listed on your ticket. Our pick-up window is approximately 15 minutes for multiple hotels, so we may arrive between 10 minutes before and 5 minutes after the stated start time.

If visiting from outside the pickup radius of downtown Salt Lake, please let us know and we'll make arrangements for a meeting point/pickup.

Sunset Tour Times:

Pickup times will vary throughout the year to correspond with timing the sunset so please look for communication through Viator regarding tour start times if booking a sunset tour.

Vehicles:

Tours are mostly conducted in a 6 passenger Chrysler Pacifica minivan. Passengers must be able to step up and down approximately 18 inches into the vehicle and access rear seats.

To help reduce Salt Lake's ongoing air quality issues, we prioritize using electric or hybrid vehicles whenever possible. Smaller groups or solo travelers may ride in a more compact vehicle for a more efficient and eco-friendly experience.