Join us for a gorgeous State Park tour exclusive just to us!! This tour takes you to an abandoned quicksilver mining community chock full of history and geology. Our experienced and knowledgeable guides will give you lots of interesting information regarding the mining days, what was involved, as well as information on geology, flora, and fauna. The adventure takes place in an open-air, safari-style jeep so you can sit back and relax and let our guides do all the work!

Trip Details

Price

$91 per person

Full deposit is required at the time of booking. Our cancellation policy is as follows: Full refund- cancellations made within 48 hours of booking minus a $25 cancellation fee. 50% refund- cancellations made after 48 hours of booking and at least 8 days prior to trip date, minus a $25 cancellation fee.

No refund- cancellations made within 7 days of trip.


Departure time

3HR TOUR

Winter, Fall & Spring (October 1 – April 30) at 9:00 a.m. and at 1:30 p.m

6HR TOUR

Summer (May 1 – September 30) at 8 a.m.

Winter, Fall & Spring (October 1 – April 30) at 9:00 a.m.

 

 

 

 


Meeting point

Far Flung Outdoor Center. Click here to see how to find us. Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour is scheduled to leave – if you’re running late, give us a call to let us know.


Duration

3 hours


Availability

Tour runs daily and year-round


Required minimum age

6 years old


Included

  • The friendliest expert guides
  • Safari-style Jeep
  • Iced water

Not Included

  • Texas sales tax at 8.25%
  • Gratuities

About the vehicle

We use Jeep YJ Wranglers for all our 3-hour tours that have been specially designed for Far Flung. These “safari-style” vehicles have covered tops to protect against the sun and open sides for great viewing and picture taking.

Frequently Asked Questions

Spring (March – April) day: 75-90°F, night: 45-60°F

Summer (May – September) day: 85-100+°F, night: 70-80°F

Fall (October – December) day: 70-85°F, night: 45-60°F

Winter (January – February) day: 55-75°F, night: 30-50°F

Rainfall averages 10-12 inches per year, with the majority of rainfall during the months of July – September.

Because the trip will take us through primitive areas of Big Bend, bathroom facilities are limited. Your choice of restroom will be bushes or large rocks! You will have access to the Far Flung Outdoor Center restrooms before and after the trip.

Many guests ask us whether tipping the guides is appropriate. If you believe the guide exceeded your service expectations, please feel free to leave a tip. They will certainly appreciate it 😊

Full deposit is required at the time of booking. Our cancellation policy is as follows: Full refund- cancellations made within 48 hours of booking minus a $25 cancellation fee. 50% refund- cancellations made after 48 hours of booking and at least 8 days prior to trip date, minus a $25 cancellation fee.

No refund- cancellations made within 7 days of trip.

It is rare that FFOC will cancel a trip, but in the event we do, all money (including deposits) will be refunded.

Trip participants must understand and appreciate that riding in an off road vehicle involves some risk. These risks include, but are not limited to 1) forces of nature, including extreme heat, cold, hail, rain and lightning 2) possible roll-over or loss of control of a Jeep driven by others related to excessive speed, rough, steep or narrow trails and collisions with other vehicles, boulders, vegetation, wild animals, livestock or other man-made or natural objects 3) accident or illness without access to immediate evacuation or availability of medical supplies and the inadequacy of medical attention once provided.
All participants will be required to sign a waiver before partaking in any Far Flung activity and must agree to abide by all rules related to off road safety as outlined by Far Flung Outdoor Center and/or its guide staff.

A Preview of Your Trip

Get Out & Explore

Fresh coffee & merch

While you’re at the Far Flung Outdoor Center, start your day off right by indulging in a fresh cup of coffee, homemade muffins, bagels, and kolaches at our on-site coffee shop. Once you’re recharged and ready to go, head on over to our retail shop, pick up some merch, and head out into Big Bend wearing your new threads!