Goodbye glitz of Palm Springs, hello simpler days. With this tour, you’ll leave behind modernity for a true eco-adventure, hopping on a mule-drawn covered wagon through the Sonoran Desert. With a naturalist leading your way, explore the vast landscapes of the Coachella Valley, returning to the ranch for music, yard games, BBQ, dancing, campfire marshmallows, and desert views under the stars. This exciting adventure begins and ends at Washington St, in Thousand Palms, California. For more information or to book this activity, click here.

  • Explore the Sonoran Desert with a naturalist
  • Ride a mule-drawn covered wagon like the Old West pioneers
  • Sit down to fresh BBQ and roasted marshmallows around the fire
  • Back at the ranch, play yard games, barn dance, go for a nature walk, and more

Experience an eco adventure into the beautiful Sonoran Desert like the early pioneers, on a mule-drawn Covered Wagon! Ride into a 30,000 acre Oasis Wilderness Preserve accessible and exclusive to Covered Wagons! Your on-board naturalist guide and Wagon Master Driver will entertain and educate you as we explore the rugged canyon landscapes, palm oases, flora & fauna and wildlife of this ancient Desert Wilderness created by the geological wonders of the San Andreas Fault. Your senses will be captivated as you travel through this ancient land that is as unchanged as when nature created it! A guided nature walk is included and optional. This activity lasts about 3 hours and costs $129.00.

As you return to the ranch, enjoy watching the desert sunset sink over the San Jacinto Mountains from the best view in the Coachella Valley! Continue the evening playing horseshoes, roping and cornhole. Enjoy live western music, learn a barn dance, dine on fantastic BBQ, & Dessert that is included! Enjoy the enchanted desert lighting all under the sunset, moon and stars. End this unique experience roasting marshmallows over an open campfire. Its time to enjoy the good old days. They are still here at Covered Wagons and we can’t wait to see you! For more information or to book this activity, click here.

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