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We are on historic Cahuilla, Chemehuevi/Mission,Serrano,
Southern Paiute, Quechan Native Land
Tambien, Esta Tierra fue Mexico
Guided Ecological Adventure Tours
Maniobra Valley Property Services
30 mins east of Indio, CA
50 mins east of Palm Springs
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Ecological Adventure Tours
Fun, thrilling, and enlightening ecological Adventures in Chuckwalla National Monument and Desert Tortoise Linkage Reserve Special Recreation Management Area.
We tread lightly on our journey, traveling 10-25 mph through established roads and approved trails stopping throughout the Maniobra Valley to observe Creosote bush forests, and Drywash Microphyll Woodlands ecosystems.
A special gift is the San Andreas Fault tectonics that have uplifed and exposed marine sediments of the Maniobra Formation, and basalt and volcanic flows of the Diligencia Formation, Orocopia Schist Detachment Fault, and 1.2 billion year old Gneiss metamorphic rocks. Wildlife may or may not be present, based on the time of day and season. ​
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Summer Special 20% off !!
Option 1
The Desert Experience
Eco Adventure
Guided UTV Eco Adventure Tour
Maniobra Valley
2.5 hr
TM
Option 2
Maniobra Valley
Eco Adventure
Guided UTV Eco Adventure Tour
Maniobra Valley
1.5 hr
$175/Adults. Now $140/Adult
$75/youth 17 and under. Now $60
Maximum Capacity 5 people per machine, 10-11 people total with 2 machines.
Minimum 2 people (usually)
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Each engagement is private, when you reserve.
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Only your group per vehicle, unless otherwise stated.
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We Drive, up to 5 people, in Yamaha Viking 6 seater.
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We may allow one of your party to drive a second vehicle if you have a large group that requires another vehicle.
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Not including 5% booking fee, or gratuity.
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For transportation call
By Reservation only
Start Time: 8:00am or 5:30pm
(2 hours before sunset).
*** Inquire for other custom start time if needed.
$95/Adults Summer Special!
$35/youth 17 and under
Maximum Capacity 5 per machine, 10-11 people total with 2 machines.
Minimum 2 people (usually)
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Each engagement is private, when you reserve.
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Only your group per vehicle, unless otherwise stated.
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We Drive, up to 5 ppl, in Yamaha Viking 6 seater.
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We may allow one of your party to drive a second vehicle if you have a large group that requires another vehicle.
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Not including 5% booking fee, or gratuity.
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For transportation call
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By reservation only
Start Time: 8am, 6pm
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You can support Desert Stewards (ATV Experience, Inc.) by purchasing A gift card that can be redeemed by anyone toward the purchase of "The Desert Experience" Guided Ecological Observation UTV tours. This is a way to support our efforts on environmental and social projects.
Experience the Chuckwalla National Monument and Colorado Desert in the Maniobra Valley, 1700 feet above Indio, Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley! We drive mostly, so that you can enjoy the scenery and observe wildlife along the journey. Up to 11 people max, 5-6 per machine. One in your party can drive a second vehicle if over 5 people.
This 20+ mile route allows you to experience exceptional scenery and fun dirt roads and trails transecting this magestic desert landscape south of Joshua Tree National Park. This is a chill and breathtaking cruise through the Maniobra Valley to get close to nature and explore the living and fragile desert ecosystems and the wildlife, reptiles, and plants that are resilient and thrive in the desert climate. Evidence of the San Andreas Fault is clearly visible in the mountains and hills.
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We have a halfway point that can incorporate a brief hike and/or a quiet meditation to connect with Earth energy and ground away from the fast pace.
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Exciting rides! ....but, This is not a rip it up adrenaline experience. Each tour is super fun and offroad worthy, tailored to your group, however, we cruise moderately between 10 and 25 mph on established and approved roads and trails. We engage fragile desert ecosystems to observe and experience connecting with the land, the animals, the plants and each other, with a purpose of peace and preservation of Mother Earth. Our transportation is Yamaha Viking 6 seater.
The Fine Print........
Please Call us if you have a question.
Cancellation Policy:
Desert Stewards will refund the balance of your reservation prior to 72 hours, if requested. Within 72 hours the reservation is non-refundable. However, we do take into consideration emergencies, natural disasters, or other extreme situation on a case by case basis. We will work with you to move the reservation, or refund some or all of the reservation based on time of year and demand.
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Reservation Policy: Reservations are required.
Desert Stewards (ATV Experience, Inc.) will charge your credit card for the balance of the tour reservation when the reservation is made by phone or online. You can cancel 72 hours prior to your event date if necessary. ​
Drugs and Alchohol:
We at Desert Stewards understand you are probably on vacation, enjoying some needed time off, We ask that you refrain from substance prior to the engagement to capture the essence of the connection to the land without any alteration to your energy. Thank you!! Safety first.
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Reservation/Booking Fee: 6% Credit Card transaction fee and booking fee combined. We do not harge tas, as this is a service. So your receipt may say "taxes and fees", yet its just fees, as described. If you
Pricing includes: Helmets, Gloves, Goggles, Bandana, and water. Gratuity is NOT included. There is No Tax for this Service, only processing/reservation fee.
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Capacity: Total 11 people, 5-6 people in each of two UTVs
What you get with each tour!
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1. Outdoor Adventure! Exciting trail riding offroad ecological experience
2. Private experience. Your group only.
3. A human being to facilitate your connection to nature and the Maniobra Valley.
4. We provide: Helmets, bandanas and goggles if desired, and water.
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What to bring!
1. Your individuality and conscious intention.
2. Closed toed Shoes to protect your individuality's toesies.
3. Long sleeves, long pants or leggings, unless you want sunshine or its just too hot for that business.
4. Water Bottle, we have some water too if you don't bring one.
5. Layers in winter months as it gets chilly!
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