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Death Valley Sunset and Stargazing Tour from Las Vegas

4.9(617)1 hour
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Description

Experience Death Valley National Park tours ideal for small groups seeking a personalized adventure from Las Vegas. Explore iconic landmarks including Dante’s View, Badwater Basin, Artist’s Palette, and Zabriskie Point while watching a stunning golden sunset over Death Valley’s unique desert landscape. Finish with an unforgettable stargazing experience under some of the darkest skies in the U.S., viewing the Milky Way and constellations on this exclusive desert night tour. - Stargazing takes place one hour and 30 minutes after sunset. - Please note that many stars may not be visible at night with a bright moon, heavy cloud, or raining. - If a road is closed due to a natural disaster within the national park and we cannot visit, we will visit another location.

Tour Options

Death Valley Sunset and Stargazing Tour from Las Vegas
  • Pickup included

Itinerary

10 min

After hotel pickup on the Las Vegas Strip, begin your adventure with a commemorative photo at the iconic Death Valley National Park sign—a perfect memento of your journey into one of the most unique landscapes on Earth.

Admission included30 min

Enjoy sweeping panoramic views of Death Valley from Dante’s View, a breathtaking overlook perched 5,476 feet above the valley floor. From here, you’ll spot expansive salt flats, rugged desert terrain, and the lowest point in North America. Fun fact: this stunning location was used as the setting for Mos Eisley in the original Star Wars!

Admission included30 min

Badwater Basin sits at an astonishing -282 feet below sea level, making it the lowest point in North America. A wooden Sea Level sign mounted high on the cliff face shows just how far below sea level you’ve descended. Here, the salt flats stretch endlessly, with natural salt formations crystallizing year-round across the valley floor.

Admission included60 min

Marvel at the stunning sedimentary hills of the Black Mountains, where nature puts on a colorful show. Known as Artist’s Palette, this vibrant landscape features swirling hues of pink, gold, green, and purple that look like they’ve been brushed onto the rock by hand. It’s a breathtaking stop that feels like stepping into a living painting.

Admission included60 min

Zabriskie Point offers one of the most iconic views in Death Valley National Park, overlooking the golden badlands near Furnace Creek. Just a short paved walk leads you to a panoramic vista of striking canyons, rugged gulches, and wave-like formations. It's an unforgettable spot to witness the vibrant colors of the desert landscape, especially at sunset.

30 min

Experience some of the clearest and most awe-inspiring stargazing in the world, far from the bright lights of Las Vegas. Your exact stargazing location will vary based on sunset time and weather conditions, ensuring the best possible celestial views. Under Death Valley’s dark skies, you'll witness a dazzling display of stars, planets, and constellations. - Stargazing may not be possible on nights with a full or bright moon, or on cloudy days.

15 min

Take a quick rest stop in Pahrump to stretch your legs and recharge. This small desert town offers a convenient break before continuing your journey back to Las Vegas betwen 10pm-1am.

Highlights

Bottled water
All Fees and Taxes
Hotel Pick-up and Drop off
Professional Tour Guide
Death Valley Tour with Stargazing

What's included

Included
Bottled water
All Fees and Taxes
Hotel Pick-up and Drop off
Professional Tour Guide
Death Valley Tour with Stargazing
Not included
Gratuities
Meals

Pickup Locations & Times

Pick-up time. January - February 9am / March - May 10:30am / June - August 12:30pm / September - October 11am / November - December 8:30am. The tour guide will send you the pick up time and information by text or email the day before the tour.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Stargazing takes place one hour and 30 minutes after sunset.
  • Please note that many stars may not be visible at night with a bright moon, heavy cloud, or raining.
  • If a road is closed due to a natural disaster within the national park and we cannot visit, we will visit another location.
  • unable to accommodate service dogs
  • Only people under 70 years of age and without health problems can participate.

Reviews(617)

4.9
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