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Death Valley tours, or self-guided
Checked Oct 26, 2026 · Source: NPS + NOAA
The NPS lists 3 self-guided tours, 2 visitor centers and 3 guided-style activity tags for Death Valley (checked Oct 26, 2026). Commercial tour operators pay the NPS fee: $15 for commercial entrance - per person and $100 for commercial entrance - mini-bus. 1 road or trail alert is active. Compare a real quote in the calculator.
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What commercial tours pay the NPS
| Vehicle size or group | NPS fee | Notes from NPS |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial Entrance - Per Person | $15 | 1 - 15 Passenger Vehicle: $15 per person. In addition to the entrance fees listed below, additional permits are required for commercial groups, special park uses (weddings, memorialization, group events, etc.), commercial film and photography, research, and more. |
| Commercial Entrance - Mini-bus | $100 | 16 - 25 Passenger Vehicle: $100 In addition to the entrance fees listed below, additional permits are required for commercial groups, special park uses (weddings, memorialization, group events, etc.), commercial film and photography, research, and more. |
| Commercial Entrance - Motor Coach | $200 | 26 + Passenger Vehicle: $200 In addition to the entrance fees listed below, additional permits are required for commercial groups, special park uses (weddings, memorialization, group events, etc.), commercial film and photography, research, and more. |
| Entrance - Non-commercial Groups | $15 | Non-commercial Groups (e.g., Scout groups, church groups, etc.) entering in a vehicle with a capacity of 16 persons or more are charged per-person for each person on board, not to exceed $200. |
Source: nps.gov fees for Death Valley, checked Oct 26, 2026. This is the fee operators pay, not what you pay them.
Self-guided tours the NPS publishes
Highlights: 3 Hour Driving Tour
Learn about the powerful forces which have shaped Death Valley and some of the incredible plants and animals which call this extreme place home. This is a self-guided driving tour starting from Time: 3–5 h. 5 stops.
Star Wars Film Locations Tour of Death Valley
Have you ever dreamed of visiting Tatooine? Then you've come to the right place! Two movies from the famous Star Wars series, Episode 4 - A New Hope, and Episode 6 - Return of the Jedi, were filmed… Time: 5–7 h. 7 stops.
Golden Canyon Hike
Golden Canyon is one of the most popular hikes in Death Valley, and for a good reason- it is incredible! Walk between towering golden walls and learn about some of the many changes which have… Time: 1–3 h. 7 stops.
Source: NPS API tours, checked Oct 26, 2026. These cost nothing beyond entry.
Guided-style activities the NPS tags here
- Guided Tours
- Horse Trekking
- Junior Ranger Program
Source: NPS API activity tags, checked Oct 26, 2026. A tag means the activity exists, not that a company runs it daily.
Visitor centers
- Furnace Creek Visitor Center (passport stamp): Furnace Creek Visitor Center is the central hub for all things Death Valley. Here you can pay the park entrance fee, speak with a ranger about trip plans or questions…
- Stovepipe Wells Ranger Station: Talk with a ranger and pay the park entrance fee. Note: This is a contact station, not a full visitor center. Hours vary- not open every day. Please call: (760) 786-3200
Source: NPS API visitor centers, checked Oct 26, 2026.
Road and trail alerts that affect tours
Park Closure Some Roads Closed due to Flood Damage
A storm on 10/22 caused flooding in several areas of the park, which washed debris across roads. Details on nps.gov
Source: NPS API alerts, checked Oct 26, 2026. Check the park page before you drive.
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