Death Valley National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
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Palm Springs, USA
6 to 8 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Instant confirmation
Overview
Death Valley is one of America’s most evocative national parks, with desolate desert landscapes, dramatic mountain ranges, and of course, the lowest point in North America. Let Shaka Guide lead the way!
We take you to many of the park’s most fascinating and awe-inspiring places.
Plus, we’ll discover some surprising references to popular culture. You don’t know what you don’t know about Death Valley!
Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on the Death Valley National Park Tour!
• Take in views of Badwater Basin at Dante’s View
• Walk along of field of sand dunes at Mesquite Flat Sand Dunes
• Watch the sunrise, or set, at Zabriskie Point
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What's Included
- Tours NEVER expire
- Offline map (map and GPS work completely offline - no wifi or data needed)
- Take the tour when you want - download the tour and choose the day that works best for you
- Tour highlights with activity and restaurant recommendations
- Turn-by-turn directions using GPS
- Freedom to explore at your own pace - pick the stops you want, skip the ones you don’t
- Audio narration that plays automatically as you drive
- Offline Audio Guided Tour: Hours of audio narration with stories, travel tips and music
- Your Own Private Transportation
- Optional: Meals and refreshment
- Optional: $30 per vehicle Entrance Fee
- Optional: Parking Fees
- Optional: Entrance Fees
Meeting Location
Meeting point
Death Valley Junction
CA 92328, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Journigan’s Mill
This is the first stop on Emigrant Canyon Rd, the optional detour toward the Wildrose Charcoal Kilns. There’s not much left of this former processing plant from the early 20th century, but the foundations, empty tanks, and other relics may interest photographers and history buffs.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Wildrose Campground
The second stop on Emigrant Canyon Rd, this former campground for the Civilian Conservation Corps is a good place to stretch your legs as you make the long drive toward the charcoal kilns. Walk through the remaining campground buildings, located right off the road.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Charcoal Kilns
Ten unusual, beehive-shaped charcoal kilns are lined up in a row thousands of feet up in the Panamint Range. Step inside one and you may still get a whiff of that charcoal!
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Stovepipe Wells Village
If you plan to eat a meal or buy gasoline within the park, we recommend doing it in Stovepipe Wells, a wayside with visitor services and accommodation.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Mesquite Flat Sand Dunes
The only sand dunes you’ll see on the tour! You can view the dunes from the parking lot, but it’s more fun to explore the dunes on foot and wander among the mesquite trees for some social media-worthy pictures. This is a top pick for sunsets and stargazing, too.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Devils Cornfield
There’s a peculiar patch of Arrowweed near the Mesquite Flat Sand Dunes that appears like bunches of corn in a field. There’s not much to look at, but a small parking area allows visitors to safely park and get a closer look.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Salt Creek Interpretive Trail
A 0.5-mile boardwalk runs along the Salt Creek wetland, a critical watering hole for critters and home to the endangered Salt Creek Pupfish. The easy trail is down a dirt road.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Harmony Borax Works
Explore what's left of the earliest mining operation in Death Valley. Placards throughout the short path interpret the various buildings and mechanisms required to process borax. You'll also see one of the wagons pulled by the famed 20-mule teams.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Mustard Canyon
Though there’s no actual stop, you can take a detour into a small canyon with an unusual yellow tinge. Before driving this road, check with the park for the road's current conditions. In normal circumstances, this dirt road is reasonably well-maintained but still bumpy, and not advisable for vehicles with low clearance.10. Furnace Creek Visitor Center
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Furnace Creek Visitor Center
A must-stop for information, flush toilets, a water refill station, and a museum with excellent displays on the natural and human history of Death Valley.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The Ranch at Death Valley
Furnace Creek is the only place to eat a meal and get gas within the park. Prices are higher here, but you’ll find an ice cream parlor, buffet-style restaurant, and Wild West-themed saloon. There’s also an excellent General Store with souvenirs and a small grocery section. And if you want to know more about the area’s mining history, you can visit the Borax Museum.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Devil's Golf Course
Enjoy the otherworldly shapes of Death Valley’s salt flat, down a short dirt road from Badwater Road. There’s no trail, and you’ll want to make sure you have sturdy shoes if you wander into the ‘golf course.’ That salt can hurt!
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Badwater Basin
The lowest point in North America, and the highlight of a trip to Death Valley. There's a boardwalk by the parking lot, but you're welcome to wander into the valley on the Badwater Basin trail. Go as far as you'd like into the interior of Death Valley's famed salt flats, but it's about 1 mile in to reach the cool geometric shapes in the salt, making this a 2-mile round trip hike.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Natural Bridge Trail
The trail to the natural bridge rock formation is flat, but rocky. It's about 1 mile round-trip from the parking lot to the bridge and back.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Artist's Drive
Artists Drive is a one-way road that ascends up toward the Black Mountains into a twisty canyon. The drive itself is fun, as you maneuver through a tight desert landscape. But the highlight is a stop along the road called Artists Palette, where minerals in the rock create a colorful cliff. You can explore on foot for a closer look.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Golden Canyon Trailhead
This is one of the most popular hikes in the park, taking hikers through a lifeless canyon. It's about 3 miles, or 5 kilometers round-trip to the Red Cathedral cliff formation.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Zabriskie Point
One of the most iconic views in the park, overlooking rock formations Red Cathedral and Manly Beacon. This spot is also noted for its film history and its role as the album cover for U2's Joshua Tree. The walk from the parking lot to the overlook is short and paved, but steep.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Twenty Mule Team Canyon
Like Mustard Canyon, this is a dirt road adventure into a tightly curving canyon. And there’s no specific stop, but it’s about a 15-minute detour from the main tour route. Before driving this road, check with the park for the road's current conditions. In normal circumstances, this dirt road is reasonably well-maintained but still bumpy, and not advisable for vehicles with low clearance.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Dante's View
A truly stunning sight to behold. Ascend over 5,000 feet to this overlook directly above Badwater Basin. From here, you’ll see the lowest point in North America with the dramatic Panamint Range looming over it on the other side of the valley. And on clear days, you can see the Sierra Nevada beyond, including Mt. Whitney–the highest point in the lower 48 states. This is a popular sunset and stargazing spot.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Optional Starting Point: • West Entrance of Death Valley National Park near Panamint Springs.
- Get Started Easily: • Book Your Tour: Receive a confirmation and easy instructions via email. • Download the App: Follow the simple steps in your email. • Redeem the Tour: Use the redeem code in your email to redeem the tour in the app. • Prepare Ahead: Download the tour using strong Wi-Fi.
- Begin Your Journey: • Select Your Tour: Go to the My Stuff tab in the Shaka Guide app to launch the tour. • Start the Tour: Select the tour starting point and follow the GPS instructions. • Follow Shaka Guide: Stick to the suggested route and speed for the best experience.
- Why Choose Our Audio Tour: • Cost-Efficient: One tour for the entire vehicle—no per-person fees! • Ultimate Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume on your schedule. • Convenience: Use the tour any day, over multiple days if needed.
- Top Features: • Hands-Free: The tour works automatically - GPS-activated stories, directions, and music play as you drive for a seamless experience. • Works Offline: No need for continuous wifi or data. • Reliable Support: Get help via call, chat, or email.
- Private and Personalized: • Crowd-Free: Enjoy a private tour with just your group. • Customizable Stops: Pick the stops you want and skip the ones you don’t!
- The Ultimate Guided Tour: • Detailed Itinerary: Includes travel tips and recommendations. • Engaging Narration: Captivating stories and history.
- What Our Users Say: • “A fantastic way to explore! Easy to use and very informative.” • “Loved the flexibility to stop and go as we pleased. Highly recommend!”
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Death Valley National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour?
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
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Activity code: C-102020P55
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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Q:
What is the cancellation policy for the Death Valley National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour?
A:Apr 2025
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PDT).
Q:
What's included in the price?
A:
Apr 2025
The following is included:
- Tours NEVER expire.
- Offline map (map and GPS work completely offline - no wifi or data needed).
- Take the tour when you want - download the tour and choose the day that works best for you.
- Tour highlights with activity and restaurant recommendations.
- Turn-by-turn directions using GPS.
- Freedom to explore at your own pace - pick the stops you want, skip the ones you don’t.
- Audio narration that plays automatically as you drive.
- Offline Audio Guided Tour: Hours of audio narration with stories, travel tips and music.
The following is NOT included:
- Your Own Private Transportation.
- Optional: Meals and refreshment.
- Optional: $30 per vehicle Entrance Fee.
- Optional: Parking Fees.
- Optional: Entrance Fees.
Q:
What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025
Q:
My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:
If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025
Q:
Is this an accessible tour?
A:Apr 2025
Accessibility information for the Death Valley National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Q:
Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Death Valley National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Tours NEVER expire
- Offline map (map and GPS work completely offline - no wifi or data needed)
- Take the tour when you want - download the tour and choose the day that works best for you
- Tour highlights with activity and restaurant recommendations
- Turn-by-turn directions using GPS
- Freedom to explore at your own pace - pick the stops you want, skip the ones you don’t
- Audio narration that plays automatically as you drive
- Offline Audio Guided Tour: Hours of audio narration with stories, travel tips and music
- Your Own Private Transportation
- Optional: Meals and refreshment
- Optional: $30 per vehicle Entrance Fee
- Optional: Parking Fees
- Optional: Entrance Fees
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Optional Starting Point: • West Entrance of Death Valley National Park near Panamint Springs.
- Get Started Easily: • Book Your Tour: Receive a confirmation and easy instructions via email. • Download the App: Follow the simple steps in your email. • Redeem the Tour: Use the redeem code in your email to redeem the tour in the app. • Prepare Ahead: Download the tour using strong Wi-Fi.
- Begin Your Journey: • Select Your Tour: Go to the My Stuff tab in the Shaka Guide app to launch the tour. • Start the Tour: Select the tour starting point and follow the GPS instructions. • Follow Shaka Guide: Stick to the suggested route and speed for the best experience.
- Why Choose Our Audio Tour: • Cost-Efficient: One tour for the entire vehicle—no per-person fees! • Ultimate Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume on your schedule. • Convenience: Use the tour any day, over multiple days if needed.
- Top Features: • Hands-Free: The tour works automatically - GPS-activated stories, directions, and music play as you drive for a seamless experience. • Works Offline: No need for continuous wifi or data. • Reliable Support: Get help via call, chat, or email.
- Private and Personalized: • Crowd-Free: Enjoy a private tour with just your group. • Customizable Stops: Pick the stops you want and skip the ones you don’t!
- The Ultimate Guided Tour: • Detailed Itinerary: Includes travel tips and recommendations. • Engaging Narration: Captivating stories and history.
- What Our Users Say: • “A fantastic way to explore! Easy to use and very informative.” • “Loved the flexibility to stop and go as we pleased. Highly recommend!”
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