Grand Canyon South Rim Tour

Duration
8-12 hrs
Audio Points
233
Tour Stops
24

About The Tour

A place that needs no introduction, welcome to The Grand Canyon. More specifically, the South Rim. This massive National Park spans over 1.2 million acres and 1,904 square miles. With so much to do, we’ve hand-picked the best stops so you can make the most of your day. We’ll take ...

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A place that needs no introduction, welcome to The Grand Canyon. More specifically, the South Rim. This massive National Park spans over 1.2 million acres and 1,904 square miles. With so much to do, we’ve hand-picked the best stops so you can make the most of your day. We’ll take you through the South Rim stopping at overlooks, hikes, scenic drives, museums and more!

Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!

• Take a selfie at the Grand Canyon Welcome Sign
• Watch the sunrise at Mather Point
• Hike to Grand Canyon Village
• Explore Hermit Road
• Visit Yavapai Geology Museum

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO:
Recommended Start Time: Before 8:00 a.m. - this tour packs a lot in!
Tour Direction(s): Clockwise - northbound; Counterclockwise - southbound
Tour Starting Point(s): Flagstaff, AZ and Williams, AZ (northbound route only) and Page, AZ (southbound route only)
Time to complete: Approximately 1-2 days

*There are free, mandatory shuttles at Yaki Point and Hermit Road - don’t worry the tour will still work!*

You can find more information about the shuttles in our tour FAQ’s below!

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Sample Tour Audio

HOW TO MAKE A GRAND CANYON
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HOW TO MAKE A GRAND CANYON PT II
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HOW TO MAKE A GRAND CANYON
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Tour Stops

Little Colorado River Gorge Overlooks
Tusayan Ruins
Lipan Point
Navajo Point
Desert View Watchtower
Moran Point
Grandview Lookout Tower
Buggeln Picnic Area
Grandview Point
Duck on a Rock Viewpoint
Twin Overlooks
S. Kaibab Trailhead
Pipe Creek Vista
Mather Point
Rim Trail to Yavapai Geology Museum
The Grand Canyon Village
Verkamp’s Visitor Center
Hopi House
El Tovar Hotel
Bright Angel Lodge
Lookout Studio
Kolb Studio
Train Depot
Desert View Drive

Tour Route


Customer Reviews

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Blue Ridge Parkway

Excellent narration!!

Tracker Dee | 2 hours ago | iOS

I keep using this app again and again

For 5 vacations now I’ve used this app for tours and love it. So informative and an easy way to see the sights.

Gatess | 2 hours ago | iOS

Shaka Provided a Rich Experience—Big Bend Nat’l Park

There isn’t enough space to fit in all the benefits of Shaka Guide’s tour of Big Bend National Park. The GPS locator is accurate, and the narration is superb. Get ready for Park history, including but not limited to paleontology, geology, and land ownership. Stories of the past abound, interspersed with music that fits the topic and the period being talked about by the narrator. We learned so much more than any of the Parks’s 3 (very nice) Visitors Center could possibly teach us, plus, you learn while you’re touring—super efficient and entertaining! I cannot recommend Shaka Guide’s more heartily—regardless of which tour you choose.

Firstnten | 1 day ago | iOS

Great value. If you are hiring a car in Hawaii, you MUST download this app. It is fantastic. We did the North Shore tour. The directions were awesome, funny, and informative. We made a few wrong turns, driver error, and it would have been great for the app to recognise we had gone off course, but we quickly realised we had left the "blue line" in the navigation, and got back on track fairly quickly. Overall, it made our day so much better for the guidance it provided.

MnT Nullarbor | 1 day ago | Android

Great!

Wouldn’t have made the drive without it! worked great with no service and the storytelling was great. The only this is that the lava tube was closed so might be worth an update. Also maybe pointing out that the Nahiku Marketplace is really small bc we drove right past it thinking the line of food trucks wasn’t it haha

Beesknees681 | 2 days ago | iOS

Petrified Review Great

They did an awesome job of the Petrified Forest National Park. A great balance of facts, info and history.

Stevobadevo | 2 days ago | iOS

Poipu Kauai

I thought the information was good, the stories interesting but I found that if we veered off the path of the guide, it was difficult getting back to the exact spot on the guide. Using mile markers would be helpful. We were in Poipu Kauai.

Zig and | 2 days ago | iOS

Road to Hana-Maui, HI

Audio Tour was Great!! If had any suggestions.. maybe an update- says places don’t take credit cards only Cash.. that has changed.

Hawaiian Honeymoon | 2 days ago | iOS

Great app

Best day highly recommend

1234mjs | 2 days ago | iOS

You have to have this for Hana!

This absolutely made our trip to Hana! An almost 10 hour round trip adventure was filled with fun, music and history. We had a perfect day that I didn’t have to plan a thing for.

Storitowle | 2 days ago | iOS

Where is the entrance to South Rim Grand Canyon?

The South Rim entrance is located near the town of Tusayan, Arizona. The Grand Canyon South Rim entrance is one of the primary access points to the iconic Grand Canyon National Park. This entrance provides visitors with access to the most popu...

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What is the highest elevation in Grand Canyon South Rim?

The elevation of the Grand Canyon South Rim varies depending on the specific viewpoint, but it generally ranges from around 6,800 to 7,000 feet above sea level. This elevation contributes to the diverse ecosystems found within the canyon, from ...

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What are things to do in Grand Canyon South Rim?

The Grand Canyon South Rim offers a wealth of activities for visitors. Beyond admiring the breathtaking viewpoints, you can explore the visitor centers to learn about the canyon's geology and history. On Shaka Guide’s Grand Canyon South Rim To...

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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.
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Tour FAQs

Where does the Grand Canyon South Rim Tour go?
The Grand Canyon South Rim Tour has 29 stops. Check out the itinerary here for a complete list of stops and if you’re looking for more information to help plan your trip, here’s what you need to know before you go!
What should I pack for the Grand Canyon South Rim Driving Tour?
Headphones - Required for listening while on shuttles!Charger - Very important!Layered Clothing - Easy on and off layers are a must for changing canyon temperatures.Refillable Water BottlesHiking/Walking SticksGood Shoes/BootsCrampons/Spikes - Trails may be icy, even in the Spring.Blacklight - Bring one if you want to spot the scorpions that live in the canyon.SunscreenSnacksHats/SunglassesCamera/Phone Cleanser - The bottom of the canyon can be very dusty.
What should I budget for the Grand Canyon South Rim Driving Tour?
$10 per person: Snacks$10-15 per person: Lunch$20-30 per person: Dinner$35.00 per vehicle: Grand Canyon Weekly Park Pass
What are the park hours on the Grand Canyon South Rim Driving Tour?
The park is open 24 hours a day, but the visitor center, shuttle and other services have varying hours of operation. Learn more here: https://www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/hours.htm 
What do I need to know about the South Rim shuttles?
From March through November there is a mandatory shuttle along Hermit Road. Yaki Point has a mandatory shuttle all year round meaning no person vehicles are allowed on these roads. https://www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/shuttle-buses.htm. If you are taking the tour, the audio will work on these shuttles! Just put on some headphones and listen to interesting stories as you go. 
Can I join the Grand Canyon South Rim Driving Tour en route?
Yes! Feel free to join the tour along the route. Just make sure that you follow the numbers in chronological order from where you are starting from.  If you don’t begin at one of the tour starting points you’ll miss a few stories, but you’ll still have a great experience. 
Can I take the Grand Canyon South Rim Driving Tour in the opposite direction?
Yes! The tour is available in both northbound and southbound routes. The northbound tour begins in either Flagstaff, AZ or Williams, AZ and the southbound tour begins in Page, AZ.
Other Questions? Contact us!
​​Still have questions? Send us an email at aloha@shakaguide.com or give us a call at 1-888-250-2261.

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