Overview
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5 hours
Mobile ticket
Just north of Palm Springs lies one of nature's majestic creations, Joshua Tree National Park. In the comfort of an enclosed, climate-controlled vehicle your guide will take you on an extensive all paved road tour through the stunning rock formations and otherworldly landscape of the Mojave Desert.
This activity has a 2 person requirement for the tour to run. If you are a single rider, please call first.
NOTICE: EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2025 ALL JOSHUA TREE TOURS WILL REQUIRE GUESTS TO PAY THEIR OWN $15 ENTRY FEE UPON ENTERING THE PARK. ENTRY FEES WILL NO LONGER BE INCLUDED IN THE BIG WHEEL TOURS PRICING. PLEASE COME PREPARED WITH A FORM OF PAYMENT (CREDIT CARD) TO ACCOMMODATE THIS NEW POLICY. THANK YOU!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately (may be 15-20 degrees cooler in the park)
Age limit of 6 years old
Do you have any physical limitations or food allergies we should be aware of?
What To Expect
Keys View
If guests would like to see a stunning lookout from over 5000 feet, this is the place!
Hidden Valley
If guests would like to do a short nature walk this is a great and easy chance to stretch the legs
Options
Departure
What‘s Included
Professional guide
Bottled water
Snacks
Driver/guide
Live commentary on board
Gratuities
Entrance fee to Joshua Tree National Park is $15 per person starting January 1, 2025
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
302 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Ron was an amazing...
Jennifer C,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Ron was an amazing guide-very knowledgeable, friendly, and easy to talk to. Joshua Tree is unbelievably unique and gorgeous!
A Great Way to Explore Joshua Tree and All its Wonders
O8721MObrianh,May 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic experience with our guide Jeff. He was very knowledgeable, attentive, and outgoing. He stopped everywhere we asked so we could look around and take pictures. I would recommend this tour to anyone wanting to explore Joshua Tree, especially for the first time.
Loved loved loved!
Experience729502,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We loved every minute of our tour! Our guide Ron was incredible. So knowledgeable and enjoyable. Made a point to be super accommodating of our disability. We had a blast.
Captain Ron is the BEST!
667stuartd,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Captain Ron was a phenomenal guide and driver on our 5 hour tour of Joshua Tree National Park. So informative and kept us engaged the entire time. Park was stunning! Highly recommend!
This tour should NOT be missed!!
Culture20874499829,Mar 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a fantastic tour we enjoyed yesterday of Joshua Tree National Park with Jeff as our guide! He was amazingly well-informed and entertaining. The tour was all we had hoped it would be and more! My husband and I are in our mid-80's and I would highly recommend this tour for Seniors! All in all what a wonderful day learning about this beautiful place!
Most Excellent Tour With Jeff!
Joanne K,Feb 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide Jeff is excellent because he has an in depth knowledge of the desert, geology, history, vegetation as well as the Joshua Tree National Park. The adventure sparks dialogue with all in attendance. Jeff makes the experience unique to the participants. The Big Wheel vehicle is comfortable, clean and safe. There is ample opportunity for photographs and exploring. The scenery is breathtaking. Well worth it!
Great tour and tour guide
309harriets,Jan 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide, Sarah Wedner, was excellent- knowledgeable, accommodating and fun. We had a great drive and walk in Joshua Tree- a memorable experience
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Jacqueline M,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Ben our guide was very informative and good humored. We saw great highlights in Joshua tree. Ben was knowledgeable about the geologic history as well as history of residents of the park
A great way to get an overview of what the Park has to offer
Pradeep P,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Sarah is a very knowledgeable and passionate guide. Professional service and a new, clean vehicle. We were able to get a very good overview of the park experience, given the short time we had scheduled for the weekend. Took very personal care of us, a family of four, including a lot of water and a selection of snacks. Would highly recommend.
An absolute must for solo travelers
matthewgB1031SU,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This experience is an absolute must. Joshua Tree is probably the most beautiful site I've seen and I was so happy to have been guided through this experience with Big Wheel Tours. Ben was an incredible tour guide and was fortunate enough to learn so many things from him about the topography to the area and town of Joshua Tree. He was the absolute best at making this an incredible experience. While Joshua Tree is easy enough to tackle on your own, I loved that I had this experience to really make the most of the park.
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