Death Valley from Las Vegas: Private Tour & Badwater Basin

Salt flats 282 feet below sea level: a private Death Valley day from Las Vegas

You're picked up at your Las Vegas hotel and driven 90 minutes into Death Valley National Park with a professional guide in a private, air-conditioned vehicle. You visit Zabriskie Point, Twenty Mule Team Canyon, Artist's Palette, Devil's Golf Course, and Badwater Basin, the lowest point in North America, with an hour of free walking time built in. The driver returns you to your hotel at the end of the day, so you skip the logistics of renting a car and navigating the park alone.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Death Valley National Park3h
2. Zabriskie Point30m
3. Twenty Mule Team Canyon30m
4. Devils Golf Course30m
5. Artist’s Palette45m
6. Badwater Basin30m

Death Valley National Park private tour

• Meet driver at hotel
• Drive 90 minutes to Death Valley
• Explore Death Valley National Park
• Visit Zabriskie Point viewpoint
• Drive through Twenty Mule Team Canyon
• See Devil's Golf Course salt pan
• Drive Artist’s Palette area
• Visit official visitor center
• Explore Badwater Basin lowest point
• Pass through Pahrump town
• Enjoy 1 hour free time
• Return 90 minutes to hotel

The experience

The salt crust of Badwater Basin stretches white and cracked under the desert sun, the lowest point in North America sitting 282 feet below sea level. A private vehicle picks you up at your Las Vegas hotel and drives 90 minutes east into Death Valley National Park, crossing from Nevada into California's Mojave Desert. Your guide meets you in the hotel hall, and then it's just the two of you in a modern, air-conditioned car heading toward some of the most photographed badlands in the country.

The route hits five major stops, each one a different face of the same harsh landscape. Zabriskie Point comes first: an elevated overlook named after a Pacific Coast Borax Company executive, where the badlands drop away in layers of tan and rust. Twenty Mule Team Canyon is a narrow, winding drive through colorful rock that demands attention. Miss the turnoff and you've gone too far. Then there's Artist's Palette, where the soil chemistry creates streaks of purple, green, and gold across the mountainside. The Devil's Golf Course is a sprawling salt pan with jagged white mounds that look like nothing else on earth. And finally Badwater Basin itself, where you can walk out onto the salt flats and stand at the lowest elevation in the United States, with Mount Whitney (the highest peak in the contiguous US) only 84 miles away to the northwest.

After the guided stops, you get an hour of free time to walk around at a location your guide chooses, then the drive back to your hotel. The whole day moves at a private pace. There's no group waiting, no schedule pressure beyond traffic and heat. Death Valley temperatures can spike past 115°F between June and September, so the air conditioning matters, and your guide will remind you to stay hydrated. The tour route can shift depending on traffic or special events, but the core stops stay the same.

What’s included

• Private hotel pickup and drop-off.
• modern, air-conditioned private vehicle.
• professional local tour guide.
• visits to Zabriskie Point, Twenty Mule Team Canyon, Artist's Palette, Devil's Golf Course, and Badwater Basin.
• one hour of free walking time at a guide-selected location.

Options for this experience

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Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 07:30 and 08:00

Book up to2d before

AgesAdult (7 and older) · Under 7: can't be included in the booking

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsNo refund if you cancel.

Prices and times updated 12 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelInfant seats available

Operated by taxiGo Limo Airport Service

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to see Death Valley's main highlights without renting a car or navigating the park yourself: the private vehicle and guide handle the route, timing, and logistics so you focus on the views.

Top questions

How long is the drive from Las Vegas to Death Valley?

The drive is approximately 90 minutes each way from your hotel.

What are the main stops on this tour?

Zabriskie Point, Twenty Mule Team Canyon, Artist's Palette, Devil's Golf Course, and Badwater Basin.

Is the vehicle air-conditioned?

Yes, the tour includes modern, air-conditioned private transportation.

What's included in the tour?

Hotel pickup and drop-off, private transportation, a professional local guide, and one hour of free walking time.

How hot does it get in Death Valley?

Temperatures can exceed 115°F (45°C) between June and September. Stay hydrated and bring sun protection.

Is there a minimum age for this tour?

Yes, the minimum age is 7 years. Specialized infant seats are available.

Can the tour route change?

Yes, the route and duration may be adjusted due to traffic, special events, or other circumstances beyond the operator's control.

Is this tour suitable for all fitness levels?

Yes, it's suitable for all physical fitness levels, though the day involves walking at various stops and exposure to desert heat.