Explore Native American Culture and History in the Grand Canyon
The Grand Canyon area is rich with American Indian culture and history, and interesting cultural points and historic ruins are spread throughout the area. Add another dimension to your vacation to the Grand Canyon when you explore the impact that the American Indians had on this area.
On the Indian Painting Safari Jeep Tour, visitors will experience the ancient home of the early native residents of Arizona. This activity includes a tour of the Kaibab National Forest and a visit to the ancient Indian Paintings. Your tour guide will take you to the paintings and provide a narrated tour with background and historical information about the paintings. In total, the tour takes approximately 90 minutes to complete and includes a Jeep tour as well as light hiking in the Kaibab National Forest.
For a self-guided tour of ancient ruins, put a visit to the Homolovi Ruins State Park on your itinerary. Located in Winslow, Arizona, this park contains ruins from the Hopi tribe. This park features a visitors center full of information about the ruins and Hopi tribe, and it provides more than enough information for your visit. The Homolovi Ruins State Park also has camping available on site.
More Hopi ruins can be found at the Tusayan Ruin Walk near the Grand Canyon Village. This trail features pueblo dwellings and remnants of the early settlers of this area. Park rangers are on hand for guided tours of the ruins, and self-guided tour information is available as well. The trail is connected to the Tusayan museum. This interactive walk will take you back in time as you see how the early ancient settlers of this area lived.
Jeep Tours Provide a Fun Way to Explore the Grand Canyon
The range of options for ways to tour the Grand Canyon are endless, from helicopter tours to donkey rides to hiking, but Jeep tours are a fun alternative. Jeeps can handle the rough terrain, putting you close to the wildlife and scenery surrounding the Grand Canyon. A popular choice for families and a variety of visitors, these Jeep tours are sure to give you a memorable visit to the Grand Canyon.
The Grand Sunset Safari Jeep Tour
This tour will take you exploring at one of the most beautiful times for day at the Grand Canyon: sunset. Perfect for a romantic evening activity, this Jeep tour will take you to the South Rim of the canyon. You will be able to climb an observation tour, from which you will see amazing views of the Painted Desert, the Grand Canyon, and the San Francisco Peaks. Your drive through the Kaibab Forest will also give you chances to see native wildlife. With plenty of opportunities for sightseeing and picture-taking, this tour is sure to provide a memorable experience.
Indian Painting Safari Jeep Tour
This fascinating tour provides an exploration of the Kaibab Forest outside of the Grand Canyon. You will receive an educational look at the Indian Paintings in the area as a knowledgeable guide provides an informative narration. Your drive in the Jeep will take you through the Kaibab Forest giving you ample opportunities for picture taking and wildlife viewing. You will see the various cave paintings and markings of the Indian tribes that used to live the area. This tour provides a relaxing day enjoying the wild beauty of the Kaibab Forest and native Indian markings.
Rim Walk & Indian Paintings Jeep Tour
This tour combines the best of the Indian Paintings Jeep Tour as well as an awesome Grand Canyon Experience. This Jeep tour will take you through the Kaibab forest and to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon and allows you to hike up to explore the Indian paintings as an informative guide provides background information on the paintings and markings. A trip down an old stagecoach trail along the rim of the canyon will provide breathtaking views. This tour promises a complete Grand Canyon experience.
