Antelope Island Sunset Wildlife Expedition Great Salt Lake Tour

En bref

Antelope Island Sunset Wildlife Expedition Great Salt Lake Tour est une expérience en petit groupe 5 h – 6 h à Salt Lake City, États-Unis, proposée par Matei Travel. Les voyageurs lui attribuent la note de 4,9 sur 5 sur la base de 56 avis sur Viator et Tripadvisor. Les prix commencent à 114,24 € par personne, et l'annulation gratuite est possible. Inclus : Trekking poles, Applicable Taxes and Fees, Professional guide.

L'essentiel

Durée

5 h – 6 h

Groupe

Petit groupe, 13 voyageurs maximum

Langues

English

Prise en charge

Prise en charge à l'hôtel ou rendez-vous au point de départ

Confirmation

Confirmation immédiate

Voyageurs

1 à 13 par réservation · adulte obligatoire

Âges

Bébé 0–3 · Enfant 4–15 · Adulte 16–99

Annulation

Annulation gratuite (voir conditions)

Options et disponibilités

• Antelope Island Sunset Wildlife Expedition – Great Salt Lake Tour

  à partir de 114,24 €

  Pickup included

  Jours:

  dim.

  Heures de départ:

  14:30

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• Afternoon tour on Friday

  à partir de 114,24 €

  Friday tour Pickup included

  Jours:

  ven.

  Heures de départ:

  14:30

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Les horaires et les prix proviennent du planning en temps réel de l’organisateur et sont confirmés lors de la réservation.

Aperçu

Itinéraire

1. Arrêt 1

   The tour begins with a short introduction to the history of Utah and its unique natural environment. On the way, you’ll see a changing landscape — mountains on the horizon, wide valleys, and the shimmering surface of the Great Salt Lake. As the sun gets lower and the colors become warmer, even the drive feels like a small adventure, with the panorama of Antelope Island slowly appearing ahead.

2. Arrêt 2 · 15 min

   Antelope Island — the largest of the Great Salt Lake’s islands — welcomes visitors with dramatic geology, wide-open landscapes, and a uniquely rich ecosystem. From here, our exploration of the island unfolds.

3. Arrêt 3 · 15 min

   Our first stop reveals the birthplace of the island’s unique brine shrimp industry. These tiny creatures — thriving in water saltier than the ocean — form the foundation of life in the Great Salt Lake. Their incredible ability to survive in such extreme conditions has made them both an ecological treasure and an important economic resource for Utah.

4. Arrêt 4 · 30 min

   A short walk takes us to the Lady Finger Trail Overlook, where the island’s beauty opens up in full view. As the afternoon sun softens the sky, the Great Salt Lake glitters like glass, seemingly melting into the horizon — a stunning and unforgettable introduction to Antelope Island.

5. Arrêt 5 · 40 min

   We take a peaceful walk along Bridger Bay Beach to the water’s edge, where the lake feels calm and quiet, and the atmosphere brings a sense of tranquility and connection with nature. The sand here is unlike any other — you’ll notice its little secret the moment you touch it.

6. Arrêt 6 · 1 h

   Antelope Island’s open plains, hiking trails, and shoreline are home to an impressive variety of wildlife. Here, animals live freely in their natural environment, offering a rare and unforgettable opportunity to observe them up close.
   One of the most remarkable sights is one of North America’s oldest surviving wild bison herds — more than 500 animals roaming the island.

7. Arrêt 7 · 1 h

   The highlight of our tour is a visit to Fielding Garr Ranch — the first permanent settlement on the island and a key part of its history and preservation. Here you’ll hear fascinating stories about the early pioneers, their daily life, and the challenges they faced while building a community in a remote and unpredictable wilderness.

8. Arrêt 8 · 1 h

   To conclude the tour, we visit Buffalo Point Overlook, where you’ll learn about the island’s geology and the origin of the Great Salt Lake — a remnant of prehistoric Lake Bonneville that once covered much of western Utah.
   
   For guests interested in light activity, we offer an easy 25-minute hike along a 5,300-foot trail (1.6 km) with a gradual elevation gain of 216–249 feet (66–67 m). From the summit, a sweeping panorama opens over the shimmering lake, distant mountain ranges, and peaceful island landscapes.
   
   This is the perfect spot to experience the sunset — considered one of the most spectacular in all of Utah. As the sun meets the horizon, the sky fills with warm shades of gold and red, and the lake reflects the changing colors. It’s a calm, unforgettable moment — a chance to enjoy the quiet beauty of nature as the day comes to a close.

9. Arrêt 9

   Return to Salt Lake City with drop-off at convenient locations.

Point de rendez-vous

Notes des voyageurs

Bon à savoir

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Conditions d'annulation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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