Grand Canyon Sunset Tour: Open-Air Jeep & IMAX Movie

Open-air Jeep, two landmark viewpoints, and the canyon ablaze in orange and rust as the sun drops behind the rim

A sunset tour of Grand Canyon National Park in an open-air Jeep Wrangler, with a guide explaining geology, flora, fauna and the area's mining and tourism history at Grandview Point and Pipe Creek Vista. The tour includes entrance fees, round-trip transportation, and a free ticket to the 34-minute IMAX film "The Hidden Secrets" at the National Geographic Visitor Center, viewable before or after the tour. Duration is approximately two hours.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Grandview Point20m
2. Pipe Creek Vista30m

Grand Canyon Sunset Tour Experience

• Travel to Grand Canyon National Park
• Walk along Rim Trail and learn geology
• Photo stop at Grandview Point
• Watch sunset at Pipe Creek Vista
• Watch IMAX film at Visitor Center

The experience

The tour departs in an open-air Jeep Wrangler and hits the Rim Trail first, where you walk a short stretch and hear from your guide about how the canyon's multi-layered sandstone formations took shape. From there, you stop at Grandview Point to photograph the rock formations and learn about the local flora, fauna, and the history of mining and tourism in the area. The real draw comes at Pipe Creek Vista, where you settle in to watch the sunset as light moves across the canyon walls: shadows fill entire gorges while the rock faces turn orange, rust and red.

After the sun drops, you head back to the National Geographic Visitor Center to watch the included IMAX film, a 34-minute overview of Grand Canyon National Park. You choose whether to watch it before or after the tour itself, so the timing fits the rest of your day. All entrance fees and round-trip transportation are built in, and the guide is there throughout to answer questions and point out details most visitors miss on their own.

US residents aged 16 and older need a verified ID on the day of the tour. Non-US residents pay an additional $100 per person, though this fee is waived if you hold an America the Beautiful pass (up to four people). Children from age two are welcome, and the tour suits all fitness levels. Service animals are allowed.

What’s included

• Fully guided tour with an experienced guide.
• entrance fees to Grand Canyon National Park.
• round-trip transportation in an open-air Jeep Wrangler.
• free ticket to the 34-minute IMAX film "The Hidden Secrets" at the National Geographic Visitor Center.

Options for this experience

5 options

5pm: Sunset TourGuide in English · Available from 13 Nov · 17:00

5:30pm: Sunset TourGuide in English · Available from 13 Nov · 17:30

6pm: Sunset TourGuide in English · Available from 13 Nov · 18:00

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4pm: Sunset TourGuide in English · Available from 15 Nov · 16:00

4:30pm: Sunset TourGuide in English · 16:30

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Before you book

Days and timesEvery day5 departure times: the first at 16:00, the last at 18:00

AgesAdult (16 and older) · Child (2 to 15 years)

GroupUp to 9

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Pink Jeep Tours Sedona

Is this one for you?You choose your departure time at checkout (4pm, 4:30pm, 5pm, 5:30pm, or 6pm), so you can pick the hour that aligns with the sunset and the rest of your day in the park. The open-air Jeep means you're exposed to the elements and the full view of the canyon, not behind glass.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (2 to 15 years).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What time does the sunset tour depart?

The tour offers five departure times: 4pm, 4:30pm, 5pm, 5:30pm, and 6pm. You choose the one that works best for your schedule when you book.

What exactly is Pipe Creek Vista and why is it the main stop?

Pipe Creek Vista is a viewpoint on the South Rim where you watch the sunset over the canyon. It's the centerpiece of the tour because the light and shadows at that hour transform the rock formations: the canyon walls blaze with color as the sun descends, making it the most dramatic moment of the day.

Do I need to bring anything or meet anywhere specific?

Bring a verified ID if you're a US resident aged 16 or older. It's required by the National Park Service. The tour includes round-trip transportation, so you'll be picked up and returned to a meeting point. Wear layers, as temperatures drop after sunset.

Is the IMAX movie included, and when do I watch it?

Yes, the IMAX ticket is free with your tour. The 34-minute film "The Hidden Secrets" covers Grand Canyon information, and you can watch it either before the sunset tour or after, depending on what fits your day better.

What's covered in the guide's commentary at each stop?

At the Rim Trail, the guide explains the geology and formation of the canyon. At Grandview Point, you learn about local flora, fauna, rock formations, and the history of mining, hotels and tourism in the area. Throughout, the guide points out details that help you understand what you're seeing.