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Mesa Verde National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour

Durango, USA
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Booked 5+ times last week!
  • 10 to 11 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

    What's Included

    • Hours of audio narration with stories, travel tips and music
    • Audio narration that plays automatically as you drive
    • Turn-by-turn directions using GPS
    • Freedom to explore at your own pace
    • Offline map (no wifi or data needed)
    • Tours NEVER expire
    • Meals and Refreshments
    • Private Transportation
    • Entrance fee - Standard Park Fee (price varies)
      $15.00 per person
    • Parking Fees
    • Balcony House - $8 per adult

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting points

    Select a meeting point

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Operating hours

    • 09/30/2024 - 05/12/2027

      Monday - Sunday : 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM

    Itinerary

    1

    Mesa Verde National Park Entrance Sign

    5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    2

    Mesa Verde Visitor and Research Center

    30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    Entrance Station Kiosk (Pass By)

    3

    Mancos Valley Overlook

    5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    Morefield Campground (Pass By)

    Prater Ridge Trail (Pass By)

    4

    Knife Edge Trail

    1 hour Admission Ticket Free

    5

    Point Lookout Trail

    2 hours Admission Ticket Free

    6

    Montezuma Valley Overlook

    5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    7

    Park Point Overlook Trail

    15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    8

    Geologic Overlook Trail

    5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    9

    Far View Sites

    45 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    10

    Cedar Tree Tower

    30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    Spruce Canyon Trail (Pass By)

    Petroglyph Point Hike (Pass By)

    11

    Spruce Tree House

    5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    12

    Chapin Mesa Archeological Museum

    30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    13

    Spruce Tree House

    30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    14

    Pithouse

    5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    15

    Navajo Canyon View

    5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    16

    Square Tower House

    5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    17

    Pithouses and Villages

    10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    18

    Mesa Top Sites

    5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    19

    Sun Point Pueblo

    5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    20

    Sun Point View

    5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    21

    Oak Tree House

    5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    22

    Fire Temple

    5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    23

    Sun Temple

    10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    24

    Cliff Palace

    45 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    25

    House of Many Windows

    5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    26

    Hemenway House Overlook

    5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    27

    Balcony House

    1 hour Admission Ticket Not Included

    28

    Soda Canyon Overlook Trail

    1 hour Admission Ticket Free

    29

    Window to the Past

    5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    30

    Fire Recovery Viewpoint

    10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    31

    McElmo Canyon

    5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    32

    Rock Canyon Tower View Trail

    5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    33

    Wetherill Mesa Kiosk Trail

    10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    Wetherill Mesa (Pass By)

    Long House (Pass By)

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Most travelers can participate
    • 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!”
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

    Reviews

    5.0
    based on 5 reviews
    Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

    It’s perfect for...

    Susan_W, Oct 2025
    It’s perfect for traveling at your own pace. Excellent information! Loved the tips provided to help plan the visit.

    Response from Host, Oct 2025

    Mahalo for your wonderful feedback! 🌺 We’re so glad you loved the flexibility and tips from the tour — that’s exactly what we aim for, helping travelers explore at their own pace while discovering hidden gems along the way. Hope you join us again for another adventure soon!

    The Shaka tour was so...

    Erin_C, Jun 2025
    The Shaka tour was so amazing. Told us all the good places to stop and helped us find a beautiful hike we would have otherwise drove by.

    Response from Host, Jun 2025

    Aloha! 🌺 We're so happy to hear you enjoyed the Shaka Tour and found some hidden gems along the way — especially that beautiful hike! Thanks for letting us be part of your adventure. Hope to join you on your next trip too!

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