The 15 Best Joshua Tree Tours from Los Angeles

Joshua Tree National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour - Samuelson’s Rock and Willow Hole

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 762 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) Our pick

Explore Joshua Tree by car with offline GPS audio stories, park history, scenic stops, and a bonus Hidden Valley walking tour for $16.99.

“We debated between hiring a tour guide or going on our own with this audio guide and we are so glad we used the Viator Guide. It knew our route/location, without having to touch the screen it prompted us with interesting info about our exact location in the park allowing us to go our own pace! I will definitely be looking for other guides like this when we travel!”

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Joshua Tree National Park Scenic Tour

2.Joshua Tree National Park Scenic Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 499 reviews · 3 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $159

Review of the Joshua Tree Scenic Tour from Palm Springs, with geology, rock formations, Keys View, practical tips, costs, and who should book.

“Amazing area to watch. Hope that there were will be more walking experience. We enjoyed the excursion”

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Joshua Tree National Park Offroad Tour

3.Joshua Tree National Park Offroad Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 427 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $220Top rated

Escape Joshua Tree crowds on a five-hour 4x4 tour with a local guide, backcountry roads, desert wildlife, snacks, and wide-open Mojave views.

“Great tour with a great guide. Jeff was very knowledgeable and made the tour very fun and safe. Got to see a lot and still get out take lots of good pictures”

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Joshua Tree Open Air Hummer Adventure

4.Joshua Tree Open Air Hummer Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 408 reviews · 3 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $179

Ride an open-air military Hummer through Joshua Tree, with a guide, big desert views, short walks, snacks, and warm layers advised.

“Our guide, Bob, was excellent. That, and the magnificent splendor of the park, are the only positives. Don't be fooled by a picture of a hummer sitting in front of a Joshua tree. This 3 hour tour never leaves a paved road on which you could drive your own car. Further, an entire hour of the tour is spent on reaching the park entrance from the meeting point and returning. About an hour is spent walking around magnificent rocks where people are climbing and learning some interesting facts about Joshua trees, other flora and the park's geology. The other hour is spent climbing to an amazing vista, with some time…”

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Joshua Tree National Park Driving Tour

5.Joshua Tree National Park Driving Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 296 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $220

Review of the five-hour Joshua Tree driving tour from Palm Springs, with Keys View, Hidden Valley, guide insight, hikes, costs, and practical tips.

“The tour was great - it was just the 2 of us who booked the tour and our tour guide Jeff. He tailored the experience for us so we went on a hike during the tour and also went to some sightseeing spots. We spotted a snake and some lizards during the hike which was cool. Also since it was just our party in the tour, we spent the time we need at various locations according to how long we wanted. Jeff was good company and made sure to drop us off to where we could catch our transfer bus. I recommend this experience!”

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Half-Day Guided Hike in Joshua Tree National Park

6.Half-Day Guided Hike in Joshua Tree National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 120 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $335

Review of a private, customizable Joshua Tree hike with naturalist guides, quiet trails, rock scrambling, park insight, and practical booking tips.

“We had a fantastic half day in Joshua Tree with Sarah. We are a family of 4, Sarah called a couple of days before to ask about what we wanted to see and fitness levels and planned the day around that. We scrambled over rocks and hiked off the beaten track and it was fantastic. Sarah shared so much information about the desert, which was super interesting and kept both the adults and a 10 and 11 year old engaged for 4.5 hours. We had a great morning and highly recommend this experience.”

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Professional Stargazing Tour in Joshua Tree

7.Professional Stargazing Tour in Joshua Tree

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 119 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $200

Stargaze beneath Joshua Tree’s dark skies with expert guides, powerful telescopes, cozy loungers, blankets, and hot drinks.

“Dress warmly in the winter months. They have blankets and hand warmers. It’s an unforgettable experience.”

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Joshua Tree National Park Sightseeing Adventure Tour

8.Joshua Tree National Park Sightseeing Adventure Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 76 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $99

Explore Joshua Tree’s ancient boulders, desert plants, Skull Rock, and Keys View on a flexible small-group tour from $99.

“Dress in layers as it can get cold in the high desert. Be prepared to scramble on some fun rocks. Very doable.”

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Beginner Group Rock Climbing in Joshua Tree National Park

9.Beginner Group Rock Climbing in Joshua Tree National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 70 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $240

Learn rock-climbing basics in Joshua Tree with patient guides, small groups, top-rope climbs, and hands-on instruction for $240.

“It was so cool we got to do this just the two of us with a guide, we got a lot more climb time and personal attention. We learned a lot and loved it!”

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Private 1-Hour Archery Session Near Joshua Tree National Park

10.Private 1-Hour Archery Session Near Joshua Tree National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 59 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $28Best value

Learn beginner archery on a private Joshua Tree range, with desert views, patient instruction, flexible distances, and a low $28 price.

“Super strange, its a random guys house off a dirt road. It is super remote, felt so unsafe and strange. There aren't any nearby homes either. I thought this was more of a professional experience. I could have bought my own equipment and done the same thing at home.”

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Rock Climbing Trips in Joshua Tree National Park (4 Hours)

11.Rock Climbing Trips in Joshua Tree National Park (4 Hours)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 56 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $255

Review of Stone Adventures’ private Joshua Tree climbing tour, with certified guides, gear, route choices, pricing, and practical booking advice.

“This was such an awesome experience in Joshua Tree! My spouse and I have never been rock climbing but we enjoyed it and Connor, our guide, was absolutely phenomenal. His instructions were clear, patient, and safe! Would definitely recommend.”

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Private Sightseeing Adventure Tour of Joshua Tree National Park

12.Private Sightseeing Adventure Tour of Joshua Tree National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 51 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.)

Explore Joshua Tree from Palm Springs with a private guide, easy hikes, ancient rocks, Keys View, hotel pickup, and a flexible pace.

“Our private tour of Joshua Tree National Park was a fun and memorable experience for our family group of five adults ranging in age from 31 to 79—myself, my spouse, our son and daughter-in-law, and my sister. Our guide, Jim, was outstanding: friendly, engaging, and knowledgeable about the park and the Palm Springs area. Jim tailored the tour to our interests, set a comfortable pace, and suggested the best spots for photos—many of which he took for us. We had a bit of an auspicious start to the tour: upon arriving at the Visitor’s Center, our phones alerted us to an earthquake detected in the area. We weren’t sure how…”

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Palm Springs and Joshua Tree Self-Guided Driving Audio Tours

13.Palm Springs and Joshua Tree Self-Guided Driving Audio Tours

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 43 reviews · 3 to 5 hours (approx.)

Explore Palm Springs and Joshua Tree by car with location-triggered stories, offline maps, celebrity homes, desert trails, and park history.

“This was a great summary of the sites. Although I ended up not following directly, I appreciated the summation of sights and descriptions provided.”

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CreativeSoul ScavengerHunt(Hidden Valley,Joshua Tree)Remote Host

14.CreativeSoul ScavengerHunt(Hidden Valley,Joshua Tree)Remote Host

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 40 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $33

A creative, remotely hosted Joshua Tree scavenger hunt with WhatsApp missions, family fun, and a one-mile walk through Hidden Valley.

“This was one of the best scavenger hunts we have been on. Tara called the day of and walked us through the hunt. This hunt did not use GPS, and there was no actual "treasure" to find and no treasure map, but we found gold with this hunt. The one mile loop had fun twists and turns and the hunt for clues was challenging enough to be fun, but not so challenging that it was frustrating. We had a lot of fun and met some interesting people along the way. I highly recommend this hunt to everyone. Try something new with your family. It is a lot of fun.”

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Family Rock Climbing Trips in Joshua Tree National Park (4 Hours)

15.Family Rock Climbing Trips in Joshua Tree National Park (4 Hours)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $255

Review of a four-hour private family climbing trip in Joshua Tree, with certified guides, child gear, tailored routes, costs, and practical tips.

“We had a great morning rock climbing! Ryan was a true professional, explaining everything from the plant life to the climbing culture with all of us. We felt extremely safe climbing at Jellystone with our daughters (6 and 9). They both responded differently to the challenge and Ryan was great with all of it. When our younger daughter felt fearful coming down, he was able to support her beautifully. When others in our group were ready for a bigger challenge, he was able to provide it. This was a fantastic way to take advantage of the chance to rock climb at Joshua Tree National Park with younger kids and everyone…”

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