Bombay Beach Salton Sea and Salvation Mountain Guided Art Tour

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7 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Explore the unique landscapes of Bombay Beach and the vibrant Salvation Mountain on this guided tour from Palm Springs. Experience the quirky art installations along the Salton Sea's shoreline, including the Deserted Drive-In and colorful murals that reflect the community's spirit. Enjoy a delicious lunch at the iconic Ski Inn before heading to Salvation Mountain, where you'll learn about its cultural significance and the dedication of its creator, Leonard Knight. This tour combines art, history, and environmental insights for a memorable day out.

- Guided exploration of Bombay Beach with insight into local art and ecology
- Visit stunning art installations at the Salton Sea, perfect for photos
- Lunch at the historic Ski Inn (not included in tour price)
- Approximately 7.5 hours duration with comfortable shuttle transport

What's Included

1 bottle small of water will be provided
Granola Bar and Fruit

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet us at the Free Downtown Parking Garage

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    Bombay Beach Arrive at Bombay Beach and start exploring the art installations along the shoreline. This picturesque spot is home to some of the most Instagram-worthy art pieces, blending natural beauty with local creativity. Guided Exploration: Your guide will share insights into the art installations and the environmental impact of the Salton Sea on the surrounding communities. Learn about the challenges the area faces and how artists are creatively responding to the region’s unique character. Explore the Bombay Beach Community Art Installations Next, you’ll explore the Bombay Beach community art scene, which features vibrant murals, sculptures, and installations that reflect the spirit of the area. The community's artistic expression captures the essence of the area’s surreal and often under-appreciated beauty Lunch at the World-Famous Ski Inn After exploring the art installations, we will head to the Ski Inn, (lunch not included)

    4 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Salvation Mountain After lunch, we’ll head to Salvation Mountain in Slab City, a true desert landmark. This vibrant, hand-painted mountain is a symbol of hope, faith, and love, created by Leonard Knight over several decades. 2:30 PM – Explore Salvation Mountain Take a guided tour of Salvation Mountain and learn about the fascinating history behind the mountain’s creation. Your guide will share the story of Leonard Knight’s dedication to the art project, and the cultural significance of this iconic site.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Hopscotch USA

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Day Trips
Full-day Tours
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Romantic Tours
Art Tours
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Small Group
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