Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
ID: GYG16428-16428
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Country: Guadeloupe
Description
Ride from the desert floor to the pristine wilderness of the Mt. San Jacinto State Park on the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway. Enjoy great views on your way up to restaurants, a natural exhibit area, and more.
From top to bottom, the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway delivers a scenic and educational journey as you travel through 5 transitional zones. Some have compared it to taking a ride from Mexico to Alaska in just 10 minutes. See for yourself as you ride up to the top, where spectacular views await!
The 2.5 mile (4 kilometer) ride from the Valley Station (elevation 2,643 feet, or 805 meters) to the Mountain Station (elevation 8,516 feet, or 2,596 meters) transports you from the warm desert sands to cool mountain air, with temperatures that are generally 30-degrees cooler than on the ground.
The tramway is the threshold of the 14,000-acre Mt. San Jacinto State Park, a natural place with some of the last pristine wilderness in Southern California. In the winter, try cross-county skiing or snowshoeing. Rental equipment is available at the Adventure Cether, snow conditions permitting. During the summer months, camping, guided nature walks, and 54 miles (87 kilometers) of hiking are available.
There are 2 dining options at the Mountain Station: Peaks Restaurant offers upscale contemporary cuisine with a spectacular view of the desert floor, and Pines Cafe is a cafeteria-style restaurant that offers a casual dining experience.
Also at the top are gift shops, a Natural History Museum, and 2 documentary-style movies on the history of the tramway and the Mt. San Jacinto State Park.
Highlights
- Enjoy spectacular views as you ride from the desert floor to a pristine alpine forest
- Take a hike on the 54 miles (87 kilometers) of hiking trails
- Go snowshoeing and cross-country skiing in the winter if the weather permits it
- Dine at the top of the tramway and take advantage of shopping opportunities at the gift shops
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Temperatures at the Mountain Station are generally 30 degrees F cooler than the desert floor. It is a good idea to bring along a sweater in the summer and jacket in the winter.
Present your voucher at the ticketing booth to receive your timed tram ticket.
The Valley Station, Mountain Station, and tram cars are handicap accessible.
Sorry, pets are not allowed.
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You are required to bring and wear a mask
The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway is located at 1 Tram Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262 (3.5 miles/5.6 kilometers off of Highway 111 at the end of Tram Way).
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.