Big Bend National Park

Descend into the many canyons of the Rio Grande by boat. Float through the spectacular scenery of the international boundary. The water level determines which canyon we float through and whether we float in canoes, kayaks, or rafts. This scenic float is great for all ages. Come explore the Chihuahua...

• Terlingua Ghost Town

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Join us for a fun day of paddling and hiking on the beautiful Rio Grande through Big Bend National Park! The Rio Grande through Hot Springs Canyon makes for a fun and active way to see and learn about the region and make the most of your visit to Big Bend. Guests can expect professional guides, rive...

• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

"Explore Big Bend National Park at your own pace on a self-guided GPS audio driving tour through the Chihuahuan Desert, Chisos Mountains, and Rio Grande. Follow turn-by-turn directions to dramatic viewpoints, scenic drives, historic sites, canyon trails, and iconic stops including Ross Maxwell Sceni...

• Sam Nail Ranch
• Sotol Vista
• Dorgan Sublett Trail
• Homer Wilson Ranch
• Panther Junction Visitor Center
• Rio Grande Village Nature Trail
• Boquillas Canyon Trail

• Service animals allowed, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, This is a self-guided driving tour. Transportation and a driver are not included, so you’ll need your own vehicle or rental car., Begin the tour from one of the designated starting points shown in the Shaka Guide app. GPS-guided directions will take over once you reach the tour route., Download the Shaka Guide app after booking and use the redemption code provided in your confirmation to access your tour., Download the tour over strong Wi-Fi before entering the park. Cell service is very limited throughout Big Bend; once the tour is downloaded, the audio and map work offline., The itinerary is flexible. Stops and hikes are recommendations, not requirements. Skip stops, spend longer at places that interest you, or split the tour across multiple days. Shaka’s internal tour design specifically supports a highly customizable route through the park., Big Bend National Park charges a separate entrance fee. Park admission is paid directly to the National Park Service and is not included with the Shaka Guide tour., Visiting Boquillas del Carmen, Mexico, is optional. Travelers who choose to cross must bring the required valid travel documentation and pay any applicable crossing, transportation, or protected-area fees separately. Port operating days and hours can change, so check current conditions before visiting., Hiking is optional, and trail conditions can change. At Santa Elena Canyon Trail, access requires crossing Terlingua Creek, which may be dry, muddy, or flowing depending on recent conditions. Follow posted NPS guidance and do not cross when conditions are unsafe., Accessibility varies by stop. Because this is a self-guided tour using your own vehicle, accessibility depends on your vehicle and the locations you choose to visit. Some trails and outdoor stops may not be wheelchair or stroller accessible., Bring a fully charged phone. A car charger is recommended for a full day of exploring.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Discover the true American West with this self-guided Big Bend National Park, Texas, driving tour—cruise across vast desert landscapes in the shadow of the Chisos Mountains. Unearth an embattled history of Spanish presidios, raiding parties beneath a Comanche Moon, and cursed silver in the mountains...

• Big Bend National Park - Fossil Bone Exhibit
• Chihuahuan Desert
• Chisos Mountains
• Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive
• Sam Nail Ranch
• Lower Burro Mesa Pour-off Trail
• Homer Wilson Ranch
• Sotol Vista
• Mule Ears Spring Trail
• Terlingua Ghost Town
• Castolon Historic District
• Santa Elena Canyon

• Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Kindly note that an entrance pass is required to visit Big Bend National Park, and it is not included with this tour., Easy to use: GPS-triggered audio plays automatically along the route for a hands-free experience., Private tour: Explore in your own vehicle without crowded buses or large tour groups., At your own pace: Start anytime and pause for hikes, picnics, photos, or scenic stops., Works offline: Once downloaded, the tour works using GPS without Wi-Fi or cellular service., Good value: One purchase covers everyone in your vehicle, not each person separately., More ways to save: Choose a single tour, a nearby bundle, or access to 200+ tours., Download in advance: Download the Tour Guide app by Action and tour while connected to Wi-Fi or a strong cellular signal., Follow the route: Begin at the suggested starting point or join anywhere along the route shown in the app., Lifetime access: Preview the tour before your trip and revisit the stories, photos, and details afterward., Supported devices: iPhone with iOS 15+, Android with version 9+, or a GPS-enabled iPad/tablet with cellular capability., The app’s audio will play through your car’s Apple CarPlay and Android Auto display, while the app’s map will display on your phone. You can connect your phone to the car via Bluetooth to listen to the commentary through the car stereo.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Download GuideAlong’s self-guided audio tour of Big Bend National Park and discover its wild beauty of vast deserts, towering mountains and dramatic canyons. Walk through ancient history at the Fossil Discovery Exhibit, soak in the Hot Springs Canyon’s warm waters, see towering limestone walls carve...

• Persimmon Gap Visitor Center
• Panther Junction Visitor Center
• Hot Springs Historic District
• Rio Grande Village Nature Trail
• Terlingua Ghost Town
• Sam Nail Ranch
• Castolon Historic District
• Dorgan Sublett Trail

• Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, How to Access: After booking you’ll receive an email and text with instructions (search “Download Audio Tour”). Click the link in the email/text to sign in with your preferred Apple or Google account and redeem your voucher code ahead of time., Download The GuideAlong App: Download the free app over WiFi or cellular data and sign in with the same Apple or Google account., Download The Tour: Download the tour in the GuideAlong app under 'My Tours' over WiFi or cellular data., Start The Tour: Open the tour in the GuideAlong app to preview the start locations, tour route and trip planner, or start the tour., Location-Based Stories: Audio commentary plays automatically as you drive using your phone’s GPS chip. Wherever you are and whichever direction you’re going, you’ll hear the best stories and tips., Flexible Travel Date: Tours are a one-time purchase with no expiry or date/time limit. If your plans change to a different day, there’s no need to change your travel date., Tour at Your Leisure: With GuideAlong, you control the pace. Start, stop, and resume the tour any day, anytime, adapting it to your schedule., Driving Tours: Group Savings: One purchase covers everyone in the vehicle, making it a cost-effective way to explore., Works Offline: No internet or cell service is required once the audio tour is downloaded to your phone, so you can relax and tour offline., Bring A Charger: Pack a USB/C car charger for charging and easy sound connectivity, and make sure your device is fully charged., Technical Support: The GuideAlong support team is available daily by toll-free phone, online chat, and email., The app’s audio will play through your car’s Apple CarPlay and Android Auto display, while the app’s map will display on your phone. You can connect your phone to the car via Bluetooth to listen to the commentary through the car stereo.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Big Bend National Park

Why visit one park when you can tour two of West Texas’s rugged icons! This narrated, self-guided driving tour takes you through Big Bend and the Guadalupe Mountains, from the Big Bend entrance to the Chisos Mountains, Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive, Hot Springs, and Santa Elena Canyon, then on to McKitt...

• Big Bend National Park
• Devil's Den Trail
• Chihuahuan Desert
• Chisos Mountains
• Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive
• The Marfa Mystery Lights
• Sam Nail Ranch
• Homer Wilson Ranch
• Terlingua
• Castolon Historic District
• Guadalupe Mountains National Park
• Chihuahuan Desert
• McKittrick Canyon Nature Trail
• Frijole Ranch
• Manzanita Spring
• Devil's Hall Trail

• Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Easy to use: GPS-triggered audio plays automatically along the route for a hands-free experience., Private tour: Explore in your own vehicle without crowded buses or large tour groups., At your own pace: Start anytime and pause for hikes, picnics, photos, or scenic stops., Works offline: Once downloaded, the tour works using GPS without Wi-Fi or cellular service., Good value: One purchase covers everyone in your vehicle, not each person separately., More ways to save: Choose a single tour, a nearby bundle, or access to 200+ tours., Download in advance: Download the Tour Guide app by Action and tour while connected to Wi-Fi or a strong cellular signal., Follow the route: Begin at the suggested starting point or join anywhere along the route shown in the app., Lifetime access: Preview the tour before your trip and revisit the stories, photos, and details afterward., Supported devices: iPhone with iOS 15+, Android with version 9+, or a GPS-enabled iPad/tablet with cellular capability., The app’s audio will play through your car’s Apple CarPlay and Android Auto display, while the app’s map will display on your phone. You can connect your phone to the car via Bluetooth to listen to the commentary through the car stereo.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Embark on a guided tour of Big Bend National Park. Explore the Chihuahuan Desert, historic sites, and Santa Elena Canyon. Book now!