Discover the timeless beauty of Petrified Forest National Park with this self-guided driving tour. Journey through an ancient landscape where once-lush forests have turned to stone and vibrant desert vistas stretch as far as the eye can see. Explore trails that wind through the park, revealing a land frozen in time and bursting with geological wonders. Unearth the history of this unique landscape, filled with prehistoric creatures, early human inhabitants, and fascinating fossils.

Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone explores together!

After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point.

New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.

This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit. 


Petrified Forest National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Download GuideAlong's self-guided audio tour to discover a captivating landscape of otherworldly beauty in Petrified Forest National Park. Along the way, hear stories on the geological wonders and unique sights play automatically as you cruise this ancient world. From petrified logs sparkling with crystalline quartz to the brilliant hues of the Painted Desert's badlands, there's breathtaking vistas at every turn. Unearth the park's incredible history, filled with prehistoric creatures, early human inhabitants and fascinating fossils.

Enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace, spending more time at places that interest you.

Stories, tips, and directions play automatically based on your location
Travel at your own pace
Tour offline using GPS. No cell service or WiFi needed
Suggested itineraries for half, full, or multi-day use
Buy once, use forever! No expiry, includes free updates.
Like having a tour guide along for the drive
Purchase one tour per vehicle.


Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Petrified Forest National Park

Our Hoover Dam Kayak Trip is one of the, if not the, Best Dam Trip in the World. Our trip is unique due to our above-and-beyond quest to see as much as we can on this absolutely amazing 12-mile stretch of the Colorado River. We make 4 extra Stops/Hikes/Rain Caves on this trip

Guests could choose to experience ONE of these slot canyons on a day hike during winter, but it is not accessible during summer due to the heat. We see ALL via shortcut kayaking the Colorado River. 

Sauna Cave: 
We'll stop here to discover hot springs deep inside the canyon

Gold Strike Hot Springs: 
We'll hike 5 Minutes to these hot springs for a quick dip, and possibly hike further.

Lone Palm Falls: 
Picture Opp with a 40-foot 96+ degree geothermal Waterfall

Boyscout Canyon: 
We'll explore to see multiple 300+ Foot Horizontal Geothermal Waterfalls

Lunch and Ice Water at Arizona Hot Springs: 
We'll hike about 10 minutes up to this open Hot Spring Slot Canyon

Lastly, Emerald Cave

Finish at Willow Beach



Hoover Dam Kayaking Trip, 6 Hot Springs, 6 Caves, 4 Waterfalls 

Enjoy the freedom to explore at your own pace with this self-guided Emerald Cave kayak adventure in the stunning Black Canyon of the Colorado River. This 3-hour kayak rental gives you plenty of time on the water to paddle independently, take photos, swim, and soak in the dramatic desert scenery.

Launch from Willow Beach and kayak through calm, emerald-green waters as you make your way toward the iconic Emerald Cave, famous for its glowing green reflection when sunlight hits just right. Along the route, discover hidden coves, towering canyon walls, and keep an eye out for local wildlife such as bald eagles and desert bighorn sheep.
You'll be equipped with high-quality kayaks, safety gear, and expert local tips from experienced outfitters, ensuring a smooth and safe experience, even if it's your first time kayaking. 

This flexible adventure is ideal for independent travelers, couples, families, and experienced paddlers who want to explore the Colorado River on their own schedule.


Emerald Cave Self-Guided Kayak Tour in Black Canyon

Experience the ancient wonder of Petrified Forest National Park on our guided tour! 

Our self-guided audio tour will turn your smartphone into a personal guide as it takes you on a journey through time to explore the stunning landscape of this unique national park. 

Marvel at the incredible petrified wood that gives the park its name, as well as the ancient fossils and vibrant rock formations that tell the story of this area's rich geological history. 

We'll share fascinating insights into the park's history and ecology, including the ancient cultures that once called this area home. With stops at multiple viewpoints and scenic overlooks, you'll have plenty of opportunities to take in the breathtaking beauty of this one-of-a-kind national park. 

*Download the Shaka Guide app to access the purchased tours*

Petrified Forest National Park Self Guided Audio Driving Tour

The Grand Canyon National Park Tour by THEPARKGUIDE, is a fully automatic, GPS-guided audio experience on the TravelStorys app. The tour follows you as you drive through the park the South Rim roads from Desert View to Hermit's Rest. You'll understand not just what you're seeing, but the almost incomprehensible forces of time and water that created it.

As you explore, you'll hear the stories behind Grand Canyon's history, learn the science of its landscapes, and discover exactly where to find the best hikes, scenic overlooks, wildlife habitats, picnic spots, and even restrooms—right when you need them. No schedules. No guesswork. No constant phone checking.

You won't just see the Grand Canyon — you'll understand it.

NOTE: This audio-tour purchase does NOT include the national park entry fee.

Grand Canyon South Rim Self-Guided Audio Tour by The Park Guide

Discover the history, events, personalities, wild west, desert animals, plants, geology, agriculture, water management, that only a local can show. Have fun and enjoy a 4WD ride down the Butterfield Stagecoach Route and stop at the location of Dome ghost town and cementery. Learn about and visit with the brave Quachan and Cocopah Indians as pioneers and Spanish explorers invaded their land. Stop alongside harvesters and see up close how 90% of America's salad is grown during the winter. Continue on, see and learn about the creation of the 1st dam that brought irrigation to Yuma, and pass through the WWII Army Yuma Proving Grounds where General Patton trained the soldiers. Traverse Telegraph Pass in comfort and see the winding steep turn-of-the-century roads along the way. Drive past giant agricultural cooling facilities and logistics hubs for refrigerated semi trucks destined for all points in America. Finish up with a drive down main street and pass by the infamous Lutes Casino. 

Yuma AZ Half Day Narrated Historic Sightseeing Tour 

This is a private tour of Tumacácori National Historical Park by a former NPS ranger who worked at the mission in historic preservation and heritage interpretation. The park protects one of the most special places in Arizona for understanding the state's vibrant natural and cultural landscapes.

Tumacacori Mission Private Walking Tour

Private 4WD tour! Free photos! Unbelievable views! Accommodating to each group to make it unforgettable! For groups of 4, please book 2 packages, as each package is for 2 people.

1-Hour Private UWD UTV Off-Road Tour from Dolan Springs

We are the only company that offers this Private Guided Tour with TWO Kayaking and Hiking Guides.

Get ready for our most epic adventure yet. After your hike in to the Colorado River at Arizona Hot Springs, the journey levels up as a second guide paddles 8 miles up the Colorado River against the current and meets you with your kayaks and gear. 

Both guides then help you quickly paddle upriver to Goldstrike Hot Springs, Lone Palm, Infinity Hot Springs, and the Sauna Cave, with up to 13 optional rope climbs up geothermal, 100‑degree, pumping waterfalls.

We get 300+ PICTURES / VIDEOS of your trip. Soak in the medicinal mineral pools, feel the rejuvenating vitality where Healers have bathed for Centuries.

This is perfect if you're not an early riser, or if we're sold out of our Hoover Dam Kayak Tour.

Your Wilderness First Aid Certified ADVENTURE CHILD Guide will lead you through basically 6–7 full-day trips packed into one Epic Day.

Hike in Kayak Out! Arizona Hot Springs, Boyscout, and Goldstrike 

Our Glamping Trip is our most dynamic and intricate trip we offer. We bring all the supplies. 

Guests could choose to hike to just ONE of these slot canyons on a day hike, but we see ALL of them (7 Hot Springs), from a SHORT-CUT via the Colorado River, launching from the base of the Hoover Dam, and giving us WAY more time to explore all these slot canyons and soak in medicinal Hot Springs on this VIP Camping Trip. 

Sauna Cave: we'll stop here to discover hot springs deep inside the canyon

Gold Strike Hot Springs: just a 5-10 minute hike away. Kayaking there and Glamping or Camping, (Dealers Choice) we have more time. 

Boyscout Canyon: we'll get an extra 2-3 hours to go all the way back of this world wonder slot canyon with thousands of feet of geothermal waterfalls dripping from the thousand-foot-high slot canyon walls. 

Arizona Hot Springs Beach: Extra hour to Soak 

Secret Hot Springs and Waterfall. 

Ending at the World Famous Emerald Cave

Ending at Willow Beach, Arizona. 

Private Sightseeing Tours in Arizona