Saguaro National Park: Scenic Drive with Self-Guided Audio

Recommended: Purchase one tour per car. Everyone can listen at the same time!

Start by downloading the Action Tour Guide app, which will function as your personal tour guide, audio tour, and map. Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! Note: This 21+ mile-long tour covers the essentials of Saguaro National Park in 2-3 hours.

This self-guided driving tour features both West and East Saguaro National Park. Start by downloading the Action Tour Guide app, which will serve as your personal tour guide, audio tour, and map, all in one!

Once downloaded, your journey through West Saguaro National Park starts adjacent to 4960 W Ajo Highway in Tucson.

As you drive, dig into the secrets behind the park’s majestic mountains. Learn how they began as mere mud and hear about the tectonic changes that shaped them! Then see the Old Tucson Theme Park, a movie set turned into a totally unique theme park.

Next, stop at the Gates Pass Scenic Lookout for enchanting views of Tucson’s ancient rock formations. You’ll meet Thomas Gates, the pass’s namesake and hear about his eclectic life as a pioneer, gambler, entrepreneur, and prison superintendent!

As the journey continues, take in the grand Saguaro cacti. Uncover how they sustain the park’s wildlife, and how the Tohono O’odham once used these iconic succulents!

Next stop is the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, featuring all kinds of exhibits about the natural wonders of the desert.

Get to know rugged homesteaders like Emilio Carillo, whose successful cattle ranch attracted a rather greedy gang and nearly cost him his life!

For more drama, you’ll learn about the area’s mining history and unearth stories full of embezzlement, greed, and kidnapping!

The journey continues onto the Valley View Overlook Trail, one of the most popular (and scenic) hikes in the whole park.

As you drive on, get the wild story behind the park’s formation, covering eight decades!
Discover the mysterious petroglyphs of Signal Hill and get acquainted with Geronimo, who lived not far from this very park!

The East Saguaro Tour begins at the Rincon Mountain Visitor Center in Tucson. Get the stories of the Hohokam, then stop at the breathtaking Sonoran Desert Outlook.

Next, you’ll find out just how courageous the bighorn sheep really are! Hear how they can scale cliffs and balance upon precipices.

Speaking of wildlife, you’ll also get some ferocious facts about the local mountain lions.As you continue, you’ll reach the Cactus Forest Trail, an incredible path through the park’s famous cacti.

Stop by the scenic Riparian Overlook, then continue on to the famously beautiful Tanque Verde Ridge Trail. Your tour concludes here.

After booking, you can check your email before downloading the Action Tour Guide app, enter your unique password, and access your tour. The preceding steps require good internet/wifi access. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there.

New, extra validity — now, it’s yours for an entire year! Use multiple times over multiple trips!

This is not an entrance ticket to attractions along the route. Check opening hours before your visit.

Points of Interest along the Saguaro:

• Old Tucson Theme Park
• Detour
• Brown Mountain Trail
• Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum & King Canyon Trail
• Homesteaders of Saguaro National Park
• Mining District Drama
• Desert Discovery Nature Trail
• Hugh Norris Trail
• Signal Hill
• Hugh Norris Trail
• brown mountain
• Sonoran Desert
• Cactus Forest
• Ocotillo
• Mica View Trailhead
• Cactus Forest Trail
• Loma Verde Trail &Â Garwood Dam
• Rincon Mountains
• Killer Bees!
• Javelina Rocks
• Tanque Verde Ridge Trail

Benefits Over Live Guides and Group Tours:

• This is a flexible and self-led tour that uses location-sensing technology as you drive.
• The tour features in-depth audio narration that plays as you drive.
• You can purchase just one tour for the entire car and use it as many times as you wish.
• The audio tour is valid for one year after download, and you can use it as often as you want within that time.
• Once downloaded, the tour works completely offline, and you can tour your way by choosing when to start, stop, fast-forward, or rewind.
• If you need any help, you can always reach out to a real person via call, chat, or email.

You're purchasing a self-guided tour, not an entrance ticket. It begins at any of these entrances: 1- The Northeast Entrance at Rincon Mountain Visitor Center, 3693 S Old Spanish Trail, Tucson. 2- The southwest Entrance at South Kinney Road, 4960 W Ajo Hwy, Tucson. Before arriving, download the Action Tour Guide app on your device and enter the unique password provided. Ensure you have a strong Wi-Fi or data connection for the initial setup. As you reach the starting point, the audio tour will automatically activate. Simply follow the audio prompts and the path laid out. For assistance during your tour, visit our Help page at Action Tour Guide FAQ (https://actiontourguide.com/faq/). ***Please check the reservation requirements and entry times for the park well in advance to ensure a smooth experience.***

What's included

• Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
• Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
• Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
• Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
• Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!
• Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
• Great value: purchase per car, not per person. More affordable than bus or guided tours!
• Easy-to-use app: download the Action Tour Guide App onto your phone
• Unique password: access your tour on the Action Tour Guide App

What's not included

• Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
• Food/Drinks

Know before you book

• Embark on a self-guided journey with the Action Tour Guide app, serving as your comprehensive guide, audio narrator, and map in one convenient package.
• Secure a vehicle prior to the tour. A single purchase is sufficient for the entire vehicle, not requiring individual bookings per passenger.
• Post-booking, expect an email containing the Action Tour Guide app download link and a unique password to unlock your exclusive tour access.
• Experience a tour crafted by local experts, brought to life through the storytelling of creative writers and the voice of professional narrators.
• Engage with animated videos at numerous stops, offering visual insights into unseen aspects, from historical scenes to hidden interiors.
• Your purchased tour remains valid for one year from the booking date, offering flexibility should your travel plans evolve—no need for booking adjustments within this period.

Know Before You Go

If the password is not in your inbox shortly after booking, please retrieve it at https://actiontourguide.com/redeem/.

For optimal performance, download the app and select tours via a reliable internet connection prior to your adventure.

If you encounter any issues, contact us without delay! We're dedicated to providing swift assistance: https://actiontourguide.com/faq/

Important Information: How to Access Your Audio Tour
When you book your audio tour between9 AM and 6 PM EST, you’ll receive an email within 30 minutes containing your password and a link to download the app. Bookings made outside these hours will receive the email the following day.

For the best experience, we recommend downloading the app and tour(s) while connected to a strong internet connection. Once you're ready, head to the designated starting point listed in the app.

If you encounter any issues, don’t hesitate to contact us! We're here to assist you promptly. Visit ourFAQ page for more information or reach out for support.