Back-Road Safari: Grand Canyon Wildlife

Embark on a thrilling Grand Canyon Safari and experience a scenic back-road wildlife adventure. Spot elk, deer, and rare bird species while enjoying panoramic views and guided walks along the rim.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Grand Canyon South Rim - Voted best and most unique 3 hour tour at Grand Canyon.
    Stroll along the rim while your local guide shares a wealth of information about the Grand Canyon including geological formations, trails, mules and the rich history.
    Tour includes Tusayan pick-up, south entrance gate detour during exclusive 30 minute back-road…
What's Included
  • Complimentary bottled water
Additional Information

Step into custom-designed, comfortable safari vehicles featuring forward-facing bucket seats and expansive panoramic windows.
Bypass the congested traffic at the south entrance gate by taking the scenic 4x4 route – we’ve held back-road Forest permits since 1993!
Observe elk, deer, and rare bird species in their natural habitats!
Explore the breathtaking…

Location
408 AZ-64
Arizona 64
USE GOOGLE MAPS. The parking lot in front of the Tusayan Fire Department, located in Tusayan, Arizona. South of the IMAX Theater, between the Wendy's and IMAX. Check in time is 9:15 am. Departure time is 9:30 am.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Jeanne_r
Sep 30, 2025
Great Views - Our guide, Sheila, was extremely knowledgeable about the Grand Canyon, the plant life, and the animal behavior. She had great personal knowledge and showed our group some unique formations within the Grand Canyon. On our tour, a ram climbed up the side of the canyon and actually jumped onto the walkway directly in front of us.
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Melissa_h
Sep 30, 2025
Unforgettable experience - An unforgettable experience at the Grand Canyon! The views were absolutely breathtaking, and everything was well-organized from start to finish. Truly a must-see and a highlight of our trip.
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264nealm
Sep 26, 2025
Amazing tour - What an amazing trip. Our guide, Sheila, was awesome. She was informative, safe, and was great to talk with. She explained so much as we went in and all the stops we made. My wife and I had a great time.
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Alyssapj8201lz
Sep 22, 2025
5 stars! - Sheila was amazing!!! I wouldn’t have wanted to see the Grand Canyon any other way. She showed and taught us everything we needed to know. 5 stars all around!
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Casey_s
Sep 22, 2025
Grand canyon greatness - Werner was a great tour guide. He capitalized on time given, and was very knowledgeable of the area.
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April
Sep 19, 2025
Girls trip 2025 - We had a wonderful time on our ride into the Grand Canyon. We had an awesome guide, Tyler. Would highly recommend asking for Tyler if you are in the Grand Canyon area.
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Brittneysp3418di
Sep 3, 2025
Wonderful Back Road Tour - Our experience was wonderful! Our tour guide was knowledgeable and friendly! She helped with pictures, suggestions, and history of the area! The ride was comfortable and the water included was a nice touch. We had a great time!
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Jessica_n
Aug 25, 2025
You won’t regret doing this tour! - I loved this tour. Werner was absolutely wonderful. His knowledge regarding history, geology and everything else regarding the Grand Canyon was impressive. The tour was about three hours long and we hit three spots to look around. We did the backroad option and went through the forest which was lovely. We saw lots of wildlife, which was exciting as well. My only gripe was that the tour was not longer. 😅 I didn’t want the tour to end.
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Go42519646033
Aug 21, 2025
Unforgettable Grand Canyon Experience with Werner - We had the absolute pleasure of touring the Grand Canyon with Werner, and it was one of the best travel experiences we’ve ever had. From start to finish, he was knowledgeable, professional, and genuinely passionate about the region. What made the tour so special was the personal touch Werner added. He shared stunning photos he had taken over the years, which really helped us see the canyon from different perspectives and appreciate its beauty even more. His stories and insights brought the history, geology, and culture of the area to life in such a memorable way. Werner was also incredibly attentive to our group — making sure everyone was comfortable, answering all our questions, and keeping the experience both educational and fun. If you’re visiting the Grand Canyon, I can’t recommend Werner enough. He turned a beautiful trip into an unforgettable adventure!
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Laura_c
Aug 17, 2025
Great experience for... - Great experience for first time seeing the canyon. Worth the money and saved time by seeing more than what you would than no tour. Friendly and informative tour guide.
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From $120
up to 12 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).