Great Basin National Park
About The Tour
Discover Shaka Guide’s Great Basin Tour and step into a geological wonderland where ancient bristlecone pines twist beneath starry skies. Wander through remote landscapes shaped over millennia, revealing dramatic rock formations and rare ecosystems that flourish in this secluded haven. This tour provides a unique chance to experience the rugged ...
Show MoreHere's some of our favorite things you can look forward to!
• Explore Lehman Cave, an underground realm filled with rare speleothems and intricate cave formations
• See Nevada's last remaining Glacier
• Drive up the scenic, high-elevation Wheeler Peak Drive
• Lay back and admire some of the darkest night skies in North America
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO:
Recommended Start Time: Before 8:00 a.m.
Tour Starting Point(s): 4 convenient starts: Ely, Garrison, Pioche, and Delta
Time to complete: 8+ hours
*Wheeler Peak, the main park drive, closes during the winter and shoulder seasons - see our FAQs below for details.*
All Shaka Guide tours come with customer support and a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Tours never expire.
*3+ hours, 90+ audio points are based on all entrances and directions.
Sample Tour Audio
The Whispering Woods
Life By the Sun
A Deep-Rooted Alliance
Tour Stops
Ward Charcoal Oven State Park
Osceola Ghost Town
Swamp Cedar Natural Area
Baker Archeological Site
Great Basin Visitor Center
Mountain View Nature Trail
Rhodes Cabin
Lehman Cave
Lehman Creek Trail
Osceola Ditch Trail
Mather Overlook
Wheeler Peak Overlook
Alpine Lakes Loop Trail
Sky Island Forest Trail
Wheeler Peak Bristlecone Pine Grove
Glacier Trail
Wheeler Peak
Upper and Lower Pictograph Caves
Pole Canyon Trail
Customer Reviews
Hawaiian honeymoon
We researched what we wanted to visit on Kauai but never would’ve been able to do them all without the ShakaGuide driving tour. Clear directions, options for personalization, and so much history. I can’t wait to use it again as we visit National parks on the mainland!
J&MCarr | 1 week ago | iOSBest guide by your side
Shaka Guide is an excellent travel app that we’ve used in Hawaii and in several national parks across the United States. It works especially well for families because it feels like having a personal guide with you throughout the trip. The app provides clear directions, interesting stories, and helpful tips at exactly the right moments, which makes exploring new places much easier and more enjoyable. Whether you’re driving through scenic routes or visiting major landmarks, Shaka Guide adds structure, fun, and educational value to the experience. It has become one of our go-to tools for family travel.
mg19812050 | 2 weeks ago | iOSAnother great tour!
We’ve done several Shaka Tours now on Maui and other islands. Always informative, interesting, and a bit humorous. I always recommended this app to any of my friends traveling to Hawaii. And now with the other National Parks being added to the program, it’s getting even better! Thanks Shaka Guide.
C5_Pete | 3 weeks ago | iOSWhat is Great Basin National Park known for?
Great Basin National Park is known for its stunning landscapes, ancient bristlecone pine trees, and Lehman Caves with unique rock formations. Located in Nevada, the park features Wheeler Peak, glaciers, and scenic trails. It's also famous for ...
Show MoreWhat is Great Basin National Park known for?
Great Basin National Park is known for its stunning landscapes, ancient bristlecone pine trees, and Lehman Caves with unique rock formations.
Located in Nevada, the park features Wheeler Peak, glaciers, and scenic trails. It's also famous for its dark skies, making it an amazing place for stargazing. Visitors enjoy hiking, exploring caves, and learning about nature.
Who established Great Basin National Park?
Great Basin National Park was established by the U.S. Congress and signed into law by President Ronald Reagan on October 27, 1986. This law helped protect the park’s unique landscapes, wildlife, and cultural history. It ensured the preserv...
Show MoreWho established Great Basin National Park?
Great Basin National Park was established by the U.S. Congress and signed into law by President Ronald Reagan on October 27, 1986.
This law helped protect the park’s unique landscapes, wildlife, and cultural history.
It ensured the preservation of important natural features like Wheeler Peak, the ancient bristlecone pines, and Lehman Caves for future generations to enjoy.
How to get to Great Basin National Park from Las Vegas?
To get to Great Basin National Park from Las Vegas, drive about 4.5 hours northeast on U.S. Route 93. Then, follow State Routes 487 and 488 to reach the park. It’s about 290 miles, so plan for gas and snacks along the way. The route takes ...
Show MoreHow to get to Great Basin National Park from Las Vegas?
To get to Great Basin National Park from Las Vegas, drive about 4.5 hours northeast on U.S. Route 93.
Then, follow State Routes 487 and 488 to reach the park. It’s about 290 miles, so plan for gas and snacks along the way.
The route takes you through scenic desert landscapes, making the drive an adventure itself!
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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