Great Salt Lake and Antelope Island
1-Day Tour
The trip at a glance
- Duration
- 1 day
- Activity level
- Easy
- Group size
- Small group, up to 14
- Departs from
- Salt Lake City
- Next departure
- Dates on request
What guests said
- 5 out of 5
“We did the Great Salt Lake + Antelope Island tour and absolutely loved it. Ella was an amazing tour guide and made sure to point out the major sites along the way. Highly recommend this tour for anyone looking to visit.”
Erica
- 5 out of 5
“I did the Great Salt Lake & Antelope Island Day Tour out of Salt Lake City on 7 June 2025. The tour was excellent and the guide, Blake was wonderful - he was a really safe driver, very personable, knew all the places to look for wildlife and we saw most animals listed in the tour description. The views from the island were fabulous - the sunset wasn’t too good that night but the views and colours were and I managed to get some wonderful photographs. Thanks Blake for an informative tour and for helping me over those rocks !”
Mary
- 5 out of 5
“We took the half day tour to Antelope Island on the Great Salt Lake. This was a great trip- we only had one chance to get out and see the natural beauty around SLC during our visit. I’m glad we chose this tour. Our guide Blake was knowledgeable not just about the city but about the wild life, plants and geology of the region. He was able to pick out animals for photo opportunities and made sure we saw the best views in the park. The tour was lovely and a great way to squeeze in a lot of nature in half a day. 100% recommend!”
From $110 / person
EasyShort walks on made paths, with the vehicle never far away.Is this trip right for you? ›
Overview
Embark on the ultimate Great Salt Lake and Antelope Island day tour—an immersive blend of adventure, wildlife viewing, and eco-education. Led by an expert local guide, you will explore Utah’s most iconic and timeless landscape while uncovering the fascinating history and ecological importance of the Western United States' largest saltwater lake.
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The Experience: Beauty, History, and Conservation
Antelope Island State Park offers a completely different, magical experience with every changing season. As you hike its unique terrains, your experienced guide will bring the vibrant history of the region to life.
But this tour is more than just a sightseeing trip. The Great Salt Lake is a critical ecological resource and a cornerstone of the Utah economy. Today, it faces unprecedented challenges from a changing climate and prolonged drought. On this tour, you will see firsthand how Mother Nature is adapting, learn about the urgent struggles facing the ecosystem, and discover the inspiring conservation work being done to save this priceless natural wonder.
Sustainable Travel Matters: For every tour purchased, Southwest Adventure Tours proudly donates $5 per person directly to the preservation and restoration of the Great Salt Lake.
Tour Fast Facts
- Duration: 5.5 Hours
- Price: From Adults: $145 | Children: $110
- Location: Great Salt Lake & Antelope Island State Park, Utah
- Inclusions: Expert guide, park entry fees, and island exploration time.
Your Adventure Awaits.
The tour includes pickup and drop-off in downtown Salt Lake City and in Layton District hotels. Enjoy a more personal experience with our small-group tours (minimum of two guests required)
Itinerary
Departure window
7:30 AM to 8:00 AM
Hotel Pick Up in Salt Lake City
8:00 AM
Depart Downtown Salt Lake City
9:00 AM
Arrive at Great Salt Lake/Antelope Island State Park Visitors Center and explore
9 -10:30 AM
Beach at Bridger Bay - Buffalo Point Hike (1-mile round trip)
10:30 AM-12:30 PM
Fielding Garr Ranch for wildlife watching and learning about the historic ranch
12:30 PM
Return to Salt Lake City for drop off
1:30 PM
Hotel drop-offs
Is this trip right for you?
EasyLevel 1 of 4
- Made paths, boardwalks and paved overlooks. Under two miles of walking on any day, and you can sit most of it out.
- Some viewpoints sit above 8,000ft, where the air is thin enough to notice. Nothing is scrambled, roped or exposed.
- Not suitable for a wheelchair or a walker — the ground is even but it is not always paved. Fine with a walking stick. Tell us when you book and we will plan around it.
- Your guide may change or drop a stop for weather, road closures or time. What is walked on the day is their call.
Anything specific — a knee, a hip, a height worry, a wheelchair — is worth one phone call to 800-970-5864. We would rather move you to a different trip than have you on the wrong one.
Tour details
In the price5
- Professional Local Tour Guide
- Comfortable Transportation
- Bottled Water
- Applicable Taxes and Fees
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Meet your driver at your hotel in Salt Lake City for your departure to Antelope Island State Park, traveling in a spacious tour van. You'll visit different points on the island, watching for the 500 buffalo, antelope, deer, coyotes, migrating birds, and other wildlife that live there.
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
- Minimum of two guest required
This tour is available in: English, Spanish, Dutch, German, French, Ukrainian, and Russian.
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SWAT Trip Protection Plan
The SWAT Trip Protection Plan (TPP) gives you the freedom to cancel your tour for any reason up to the day before departure and receive a full refund of your SWAT-collected tour payments. It’s a simple, transparent cancellation waiver designed to provide flexibility for our guests and clarity in our booking process.
What does TPP cover?
SWAT-collected tour and SWAT-sold add-on payments only.
When must I buy?
At initial checkout, cannot add later.
Can I cancel for any reason?
Yes, up to the day before your tour starts.
Is TPP refundable?
No, the 10% fee never refunds.
Can I move my trip?
Yes, once within 12 months at no extra TPP fee.
Read the full Trip Protection terms — eligibility, how to buy, cancelling, rescheduling and refund timing.
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