Petrified Forest National Park Self Guided Audio Driving Tour
Overview
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.
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What's Included
- Tours NEVER expire
- Offline map (map and GPS work completely offline - no wifi or data needed)
- Take the tour when you want - download the tour and choose the day that works best for you
- Tour highlights with activity and restaurant recommendations
- Turn-by-turn directions using GPS
- Freedom to explore at your own pace - pick the stops you want, skip the ones you don’t
- Audio narration that plays automatically as you drive
- Offline Audio Guided Tour: Hours of audio narration with stories, travel tips and music
- Private Transportation
- Meals & Refreshments
Meeting Location
Holbrook
AZ 86025, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Puerco Pueblo
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The Tepees
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Blue Mesa
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Agate Bridge
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Jasper Forest
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Crystal Forest Trail
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Rainbow Forest Museum
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Travelers must have a smartphone compatible with the Shaka Guide app.
- The app must be downloaded and the tour redeemed before arrival.
- Strong Wi-Fi or cellular data is required to download the tour in advance.
- Location services (GPS) must be enabled on the device
- Travelers are responsible for securing any required entrance passes, reservations, or permits before starting
- Park open 8 a.m.–5 p.m. daily; 28-mile scenic drive takes ~45 min without stops
- Arizona doesn't observe Daylight Savings Time, but the nearby Navajo Reservation does — confirm your time before arriving
- One restaurant in the park: Painted Desert Diner (north entrance); snacks also available at the south entrance gift shop; three picnic areas if you bring your own food
- One gas station in the park (north end) — cheaper to fill up outside the park
- Removing petrified wood is strictly prohibited
- Bonus stop: Winslow, AZ is less than an hour away — notable for its historic railroad hotel and Eagles "Take It Easy" tribute
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Activity code: C-102020P91
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