Saguaro National Park Tour
About The Tour
Explore an iconic landscape of the American Southwest at Saguaro National Park. Hike across wide open vistas, see the remnants of ancient civilizations, and enjoy the unique plant and animal life of the Sonoran Desert. It's a great way to experience Saguaro National Park on your own time and with ...
Show MoreHere are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!
• Explore spectacular saguaro cactus forests on a lovely loop hike, the Brown Mountain Trail.
• Learn about desert adaptations and survival, and perhaps get a peek at a roadrunner while strolling through the Desert Discovery Nature Trail.
• Get close up views of mysterious petroglyphs, believed to be created by the ancient Hohokam culture, at Signal Hill.
• Visit the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum! Part zoo, part museum, part botanical garden, part art gallery, there's something for everybody at this unique institution.
• Enjoy climbing around ancient rock formations at Javelina Rocks, a window into Saguaro's unique geological history.
Sample Tour Audio
The Creation of the Park
Amazing Saguaros
Abandoned Mines
Tour Stops
Sonoran Desert Overlook (Saguaro East)
Javelina Picnic Area (Saguaro East)
Freeman Homestead Trail (Saguaro East)
Javelina Rocks (Saguaro East)
Rincon Mountain Overlook (Saguaro East)
Loma Verde Trailhead (Saguaro East)
Desert Ecology Trailhead (Saguaro East)
Mica View Picnic Area (Saguaro East)
Cactus Forest Overlook (Saguaro East)
Brown Mountain Trail (Saguaro West)
Gates Pass Scenic Lookout (Saguaro West)
Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum (Saguaro West)
Signal Hill Petroglyphs (Saguaro West)
Sendero-Esperanza Trailhead (Saguaro West)
Ezkiminzin Picnic Area (Saguaro West)
Valley View Overlook Trail (Saguaro West)
Desert Discovery Nature Trail (Saguaro West)
Red Hills Visitor Center (Saguaro West)
Customer Reviews
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I first used Shaka Guide about 5 years ago in Maui for the Road to Hana and it provided some of the best memories we have from that trip! I loved it so much that I was excited when it started expanding to more locations. I’ve since used it when I went solo to Saguaro National Park and now again with my family in Rocky Mountain National Park. It truly never disappoints! The recommendations are always spot on, it’s SO easy to use, and the stories they tell along the way are always so interesting! I’ve already recommended this to anyone I know traveling and will continue to use it for my next adventures! It’s the BEST driving guide!!
caitmmcd | 1 week ago | iOSUsed it to tour Mount Lemmon and the Saquaro national Park. It worked great and took us to the best sights to see!
Britt Galbraith | 3 weeks ago | AndroidSaguaro National Park
Made the park experience extremely enjoyable. Highly recommend.
Tegibdtjde | 6 months ago | iOSFirst time user…😎
We drove through Saguaro National Park and to the top of Mt. Lemmon using the Shaka app. It was really nice to have some audio references as you move across the parks. The music was not so good as it didn’t fit the theme of the story being til. Something more Native American would really tie it all together.
Tucson visit | 9 months ago | iOSArizona Bundle
We used the app when we toured Oahu. We felt that we saw everything we wanted plus extra fun there, so we decided to try the app for our family vacation to Arizona. So far, we’ve enjoyed Saguaro National Park (East and West!) and Mount Lemmon scenic drive. We love the confidence we have in where to go and what to see, and that the app takes away the concern that we might miss something important. We also love learning interesting facts about the places we visit. We will absolutely continue to use this app for future trips and we will recommend it to friends and family!
Reader#345023564 | 1 year ago | iOSI used this app while @ the Saguaro National Park and it was so amazing! so much information and tracking to keep you entertained! I will use it again for more exploring!
Mandy Beavers | 1 year ago | AndroidI have lived in AZ my whole life and learned more about geology, history, and ecology on the Mt. Lemmon Tour than I ever did in school!
Dayna | 1 year ago | AndroidIncredible app. Loved your Mt Lemmon experience. And downloaded a bunch others. Highly recommend this app if they have a guided tour for a road trip you are doing. They tell you so much information and where to stop.
Jamie Anderson | 2 years ago | AndroidMt.Lemmon
We just completed the Mt. Lemmon Tour and thoroughly enjoyed it including the music during breaks. In the springtime we did the Monument Valley Tour. Another excellent tour!!!
mjj131 | 2 years ago | iOSGreat tour
Visited Tucson and took the Mount Lemmon tour. It was a great way to spend the day. Loved the history and tour stops. If we had longer I would have definitely done the Saguaro park tour as well, but it’s definitely on the agenda when we visit again. I can’t recommend this app enough.
spunXtain | 3 years ago | iOSWhere is Saguaro National Park?
Saguaro National Park is located in southern Arizona, about 12 miles or 25 minutes from Tucson. It is divided into two separate districts: the Tucson Mountain District (west) and the Rincon Mountain District (east). Both districts showcase...
Show MoreWhere is Saguaro National Park?
Saguaro National Park is located in southern Arizona, about 12 miles or 25 minutes from Tucson.
It is divided into two separate districts: the Tucson Mountain District (west) and the Rincon Mountain District (east).
Both districts showcase the iconic saguaro cactus and offer distinct landscapes and experiences.
How many days to spend in Saguaro National Park?
We recommend spending at least one day in Saguaro, if not more. One day is sufficient to appreciate the highlights, but extending your stay allows for deeper exploration and a chance to see both districts. Shaka Guide’s Saguaro National Park t...
Show MoreHow many days to spend in Saguaro National Park?
We recommend spending at least one day in Saguaro, if not more. One day is sufficient to appreciate the highlights, but extending your stay allows for deeper exploration and a chance to see both districts.
Shaka Guide’s Saguaro National Park tour takes about 4-6 hours to complete, depending on the number of stops you make.
Can you drive through Saguaro National Park?
Yes, you can drive through Saguaro National Park. Both districts offer scenic drives with pull-offs and viewpoints for photo opportunities and short walks. On Shaka Guide’s Saguaro National Park Tour, you’ll explore the Tucson Mountain Distric...
Show MoreCan you drive through Saguaro National Park?
Yes, you can drive through Saguaro National Park. Both districts offer scenic drives with pull-offs and viewpoints for photo opportunities and short walks.
On Shaka Guide’s Saguaro National Park Tour, you’ll explore the Tucson Mountain District with a tour guide right in your car!
What is an Audio Tour Guide?
Think of us as your personal tour guide in an app. Our tours provide everything a guided tour does, but with the freedom to explore on your terms. Here's how it works:
- GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk.
- Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
What is an Audio Tour Guide?
Think of us as your personal tour guide in an app. Our tours provide everything a guided tour does, but with the freedom to explore on your terms. Here's how it works:
- GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk. Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
- The app works offline so even with spotty service we'll get you where you need to go.
- The app works offline so even with spotty service we'll get you where you need to go.
Pretty cool huh? We think so! Check out our tours and let's explore together.
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