Top Palm Springs Outdoor Activities - page 2

Set off on an exciting journey through Palm Springs! Explore the city’s fascinating past, from its beginnings as a stylish desert retreat to its fame as a getaway for movie stars. Uncover the stories behind the Movie Colony neighborhoods, admire the distinctive architecture, and learn about the town’s first Mexican restaurant. Along the way, snap fun selfies, tackle intriguing questions, and even challenge yourself to decode scrambled words. And be sure to take a moment to soak in the breathtaking views!

The San Andreas Fault is one of the world’s best-known fault lines—and this small-group tour will help you discover it up close. Pick between morning and afternoon start times, make your own way to the Indio departure point, and set off via open-air Jeep. You’ll discover the region’s dramatic scenery, will learn about desert habitats and the local Cahuilla people, will visit a desert oasis, and much more.

Enjoy walking in beautiful downtown Palm Springs while following clues on your smartphone and solving interesting puzzles. Play the game on your smartphone with your group as the game guides you through the city. Score points for correct answers and try to get the high score on the leaderboard. See major attractions as well as less-known gems of Palm Springs on this unique scavenger hunt experience. Play any time that fits your schedule! There is no in-person guide you have to wait for! See downtown, the Palm Springs Art Museum, Forever Marilyn statue, site of the Oasis Hotel, the Plaza Theatre, and many other Palm Springs sights. Your group of 2 to 6 people works together to solve the 23 challenges on the scavenger hunt. Wear comfortable shoes! You'll walk about 2 miles along this scavenger hunt experience. Explore the city at your own pace Enjoy fun challenges with family and friends Discover Palm Springs' hidden gems and historic sights Perfect for all ages

We start this experience with a beautiful desert nature walk at one of the hidden gems inside the JT national park. The trail we visit offers a 1.4 mile loop, friendly for all age ranges/activity levels. Designed to activate the mind and body, the landscape offers the ideal space to discuss the local flora, fauna, geology, geography, as well as, the elemental energies and how they converge in Joshua Tree creating a natural energetic vortex. Allowing time to relax the mind, settling deeper into nature through meditation, along with, establishing personal intentions with Cacao, followed by the charging powers of sound vibrations to further connect with our intentions. Using a variety of instruments/sound frequencies designed to heighten the meditative state. A safe space to fully immerse in the healing qualities of sound, therapeutic properties of nature and the abundance of the moment.

From Elvis Presley and Liberace to Marilyn Monroe, see the former homes of celebrities on this bike tour of Palm Springs. Explore several neighborhoods in Palm Springs as you pass by the homes of old Hollywood and more contemporary celebrities. Your guide knows the best and most scenic routes to make the most of your ride.

Join us on a fun filled day in Joshua Tree National Park. Our guides will lead you on some amazing rock scrambles inside the Joshua Tree Park. You will get to explore some of the amazing areas of Joshua Tree and scramble up some huge rock formations where you will get to see great views of the park and take amazing photos. You will be guided by experienced local guides who will navigate you through colossal rock formations that reveal breathtaking views of the park's unique desert landscape which is filled with lots of Joshua Trees. This is an advanced hands-on activity and is perfect for those who appreciate the beauty of nature and seek adventure. A great engaging outdoor experience. Capture unforgettable moments as you scramble and conquer the iconic rocks of Joshua Tree National Park, as you explore different rock formations and areas in the park.

A safe introduction to paintball shooting, great for both kids and adults. Enjoy shooting a paintball gun at targets at our paintball target shooting range located close to the Coyote Dry Lake in Joshua Tree, CA. We've selected fun targets to shoot and we will show you a quick demonstration of how to hold and fire a paintball gun, how to use the safety, and how to load the paintballs. The instructor will be close by if you have any questions. If you would like additional paintballs you can purchase more at the range. This is not a paintball arena, you will not be shooting a people but rather at targets which will be set up for you. This is an easy activity that people of all ages can enjoy.

Explore the uncanny landscape of Joshua Tree National Park with a tour from Palm Desert, near Palm Springs. Enjoy the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle as you navigate soaring granite formations and groves of the park’s famously spiky trees, and capture unforgettable images of terrain. Trace a gentle trail into the rocks at Hidden Valley and Keys View, watch for the park’s reclusive wildlife, and experience the unique beauty of one America’s most remarkable national parks.

Escape into the enchanting desert and unlock its transformative magic. Island Tribe Wellness presents curated experiences in a safe and therapeutic sanctuary, allowing you to connect with the desert's healing vastness. Amidst ample space and time, discover your true essence, release limitations, and be reborn anew. This immersive 1.5 hour hour journey is tailored to liberate, heal, and reconnect you with your inner self. Experience the power of Sound Therapy and Breathwork to release blocked energies and trauma. Energize your being with Energy Balancing Yoga, transitioning into serene stillness. Embrace relaxation and embark on this profound Desert Healing Experience. Reserve your place today.

Get an introduction to the fun sport of archery near beautiful Joshua Tree National Park during this private experience, which has everything you need. Start with a beginner bow and a bucket of arrows to shoot from any distance you choose, with guidance on the proper form to aim and shoot. When you are ready, you can move up to a more advanced bow and heavier arrows.

Swap the hustle and bustle of city life for an adventure in the Mojave Desert. With this off-road UTV tour, there’s no need to worry about getting lost as your helmet has a built-in intercom system for clear communication with your guide. Take in the desert views and expand your off-road driving skills with a diverse route that goes through sand and over rocky terrain with plenty of dips, climbs, twists, and turns along the way.

Learn the rock-climbing basics against the one-of-a-kind backdrop of Joshua Tree National Park's otherworldly scenery: this small-group, beginner-friendly tour makes climbing accessible. In the morning, make your own way to the Joshua Tree Visitor Center, meet your guide, and get ready to explore. You'll get acquainted with the park's famed climbing options when you attempt to scale a granite rock face. First-hand guidance, support, and equipment are all provided.

The unsinkable Titanic is going down – but, you heard the captain mention a hidden lifeboat over dinner. This unique Titanic-themed escape room is a great way to break out of your normal routine. Enjoy an exciting night out with friends or family, solving this exciting game, at Palm Springs’ largest escape room.

Picture this: You step into Palm Springs colorful downtown, as I—Tara, your live game-show host—handcraft an epic, one-of-a-kind adventure just for you. No boring checklists here—this is an immersive thrill ride blending local stories, laughs, and desert mojo! Unleash your inner sleuth and dive deep: Chat up friendly locals for hidden lore, snap epic photos/videos/audio of quirky challenges, and unearth Palm Springs's local only tales. Couples? Families? Rowdy crews? Everyone wins—ages 8 to 80, explorers to Instagrammers, it's pure, addictive fun that sparks joy and stories you'll retell for years. Team up to connect like never before. Your crew + me (your game host in your pocket) + Palm Spring's playground = non-stop co-created magic. Race (or cruise) at your pace, crack missions, high-five strangers—watch bonds tighten over goofy triumphs. Past players rave: "Best day ever!" "Laughed till we cried!" Who's ready to make your desert legend?

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 All Shaka Guide tours come with customer support and a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Tours never expire. *Download the Shaka Guide app to access your purchased tours.*

Opt for this Palm Springs windmill tour, and try something a little different from your typical celebrity homes or San Andreas Fault tours you’d usually do in Palm Springs. This self-driving windmill tour allows you to explore the evolution of wind turbines on a private wind farm from the comfort of your own vehicle. The tour allows you to exit at each stop and guides you with a curated app with audio.

Explore California's Best with Shaka Guide's California Audio Tour Bundle! Discover Lake Tahoe's clear waters, Joshua Tree's otherworldly landscapes, Yosemite's majestic beauty, Death Valley's unique geology, and many more! With our GPS audio tours, you're guided to hidden gems and iconic sights. Explore at your own pace and let the journey begin! Whether you're traversing the serene landscapes of Lake Tahoe, exploring the unique desert terrain of Joshua Tree, marveling at the stark beauty of Death Valley, or admiring the majestic peaks and waterfalls of Yosemite, Shaka Guide ensures a rich and informative journey. Book your California adventure today! *Download the Shaka Guide app to access your purchased tours.*

Take a leisurely bike ride in the desert. This guided mountain bike tour will take you down a gentle grade along the San Andreas Fault where the Mojave Desert transitions into the Colorado Desert. Enjoy beautiful views of the desert landscape as you pedal along the paved path.

Joshua Tree National Park offers some of the best rock-climbing in the national park system—there are over 9,000 climbing routes in the park alone, with options for beginners, not-so-beginners, and absolute pros. On this tour, you’ll work with certified climbing guides to choose the route that’s best for you, spending a half-day climbing, summitting, rappelling, and getting to know this beloved national park with your own two hands.

Experience the magic of Palm Springs from the sky on a scenic hot air balloon adventure featuring stunning sunrise or sunset views over the desert and surrounding mountains.

The vast Mojave Desert can be a tricky landscape to explore on foot, so save time and energy with this exciting off-road adventure in an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) or a utility task vehicle (UTV). To ensure you don’t get lost, the trip includes a high-tech helmet that’s equipped with an intercom system to communicate with the group and guide.

Team up with friends or family for a fun vampire-themed escape room. Test your teamwork and challenge your puzzle-solving abilities as you collect clues and work out how to escape. As you unravel the vampire love story, set in 17th-century Salem, learn how the husband-to-be was turned into a vampire and then locked out of his coffin—it’s your job to help him open it!

Experience the magic of hot air ballooning over Palm Springs with Palm Springs Balloons. Soar peacefully above the Coachella Valley at sunrise, enjoy stunning desert and mountain views, and celebrate your adventure with a traditional champagne toast after landing.

Joshua Tree is quickly becoming one of America’s most popular national parks – and for good reason. With trails ranging from simple to strenuous, easily accessible rock formations, an epic scenic overlook, and old pioneer history dotted across the open desert, there’s something for everyone. On Shaka Guide’s Joshua Tree National Park Tour you’ll experience the best this spot has to offer at 20 hand-picked stops. Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on the Joshua Tree National Park Tour! • Check out the quirky and oddly shaped Joshua Trees • Hike at Split Rock Loop Trail • Take a selfie at Intersection Rock • Ask questions and learn about the park’s flora at Joshua Tree Cultural Center • Watch the sunset at Keys View All Shaka Guide tours come with customer support and a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Tours never expire. *Download the Shaka Guide app to access your purchased tours.*