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Great Salt Lake Tours (Antelope Island, Saltair)

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Great Salt Lake Tours

Select a guided trip to avoid navigating the expansive parks yourself. Tours range from quick 45-minute boat rides to 5.5-hour wildlife safaris.

View from the back of a boat on Great Salt Lake towards mountains.Most booked

Boat tour45 min4.7 (1,061)Free cancellation

45 Minute Great Salt Lake Boat Tour

Exclusive Excursions is happy be on The Great Salt Lake, which is the saltiest body of water in the Western Hemisphere. Come enjoy this experience by actually going out...

  • Lake history and stories
  • Bottled water
  • Big smiles and a laugh

From$39per person

Best for: a quick budget-friendly overview

A herd of bison grazing in the golden light on Antelope Island.Top rated

Guided tour4 h 30 min4.8 (414)Free cancellation

Great Salt Lake Wildlife Experience

This tour allows you to experience the vast beauty and quietude of Utah while being close to Downtown Salt Lake City. You get to see wildlife in its natural...

  • Private transportation
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Use of Binoculars

From$145per person

Best for: spotting local wildlife easily

Peaceful sunset view along the shoreline of Great Salt Lake with mountains.Best value

Guided tour5 h to 6 h4.9 (58)Free cancellation

Antelope Island Sunset Wildlife Expedition Great Salt Lake Tour

This tour combines wildlife, history, and stunning scenery in one experience. You’ll see free-roaming bison, pronghorn antelope, deer, and more than 250 bird species in...

  • Trekking poles
  • Applicable Taxes and Fees
  • Professional guide

From$126per person

Best for: breathtaking golden hour photography

Close-up of a bison's head grazing in the dry grass.Small group

Guided tour4 h 30 min5.0 (191)Free cancellation

Great Salt Lake Safari - Discover Antelope Island

This is more than a sightseeing drive. Your guides are a Utah locals and former African safari guides who bring a naturalist’s approach to exploring Antelope Island,...

  • Local guide
  • Use of binoculars
  • Entrance fee

From$150per person

Best for: nature lovers and bird watchers

Tour photo

Day trip6 h to 7 h5.0 (5)Free cancellation

Pink Lake & Giant Salt Crystals – Great Salt Lake Adventure

This unique tour offers the perfect way to experience Utah — to feel its spirit, history, and landscapes in one unforgettable journey. Begin at the fascinating...

  • Applicable Taxes and Fees
  • Professional guide
  • Comfortable transportation from/to a hotel/location

From$179per person

Best for: seeing unique salt formations

Tour photo

Activity4 h4.5 (10)Free cancellation

Salt Lake Antelope Island Dark Sky Experience

Embark on an unforgettable celestial adventure with Southwest Adventure Tours! Our Salt Lake Antelope Island Dark Sky Experience whisks you away from the city lights to...

  • Guide: In-person: English
  • Bottled water
  • All Fees and Taxes

From$145per person

Best for: stargazing away from city lights

Prices are per person and change based on platform demand and season.

What will it cost your group?

Enter your group and compare totals on both platforms. From-prices; children are priced as adults unless the listing gives a child rate.

OptionViator totalGetYourGuide total
boat tour$39Compare
wildlife experience$145Compare
sunset expedition$126Compare
safari tour$150Compare
pink lake adventure$179Compare
dark sky experience$145Compare

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Compare durations and departure locations.

OptionDurationViator fromGetYourGuide fromRatingBest for
boat tour45 min$39Compare4.7 (1,061)a quick budget-friendly overview
wildlife experience4 h 30 min$145Compare4.8 (414)spotting local wildlife easily
sunset expedition5 h to 6 h$126Compare4.9 (58)breathtaking golden hour photography
safari tour4 h 30 min$150Compare5.0 (191)nature lovers and bird watchers
pink lake adventure6 h to 7 h$179Compare5.0 (5)seeing unique salt formations
dark sky experience4 h$145Compare4.5 (10)stargazing away from city lights

How to choose

  • If you want to see bison and antelope: take the
    Close-up of a bison's head grazing in the dry grass.
    Great Salt Lake Safari - Discover Antelope Island4 h 30 min 5.0 (191)from $150
    or
    A herd of bison grazing in the golden light on Antelope Island.
    Great Salt Lake Wildlife Experience4 h 30 min 4.8 (414)from $145
    .
  • If you are short on time: take the
    View from the back of a boat on Great Salt Lake towards mountains.
    45 Minute Great Salt Lake Boat Tour45 min 4.7 (1,061)from $39
    at the marina.
  • If you want late afternoon photography: take the
    Peaceful sunset view along the shoreline of Great Salt Lake with mountains.
    Antelope Island Sunset Wildlife Expedition Great Salt Lake Tour5 h to 6 h 4.9 (58)from $126
    .
  • If you want to see pink water and salt crystals: take the
    Tour photo
    Pink Lake & Giant Salt Crystals – Great Salt Lake Adventure6 h to 7 h 5.0 (5)from $179
    .

Ticket questions

How long does a Great Salt Lake tour take?

Guided bus and minibus tours from Salt Lake City typically last between 2 and 5.5 hours. A quick boat tour at the marina takes just 45 minutes.

Do tours include the Antelope Island entrance fee?

Many guided tours include the $15 state park fee. Always check the specific tour inclusions before booking to ensure the fee is covered.

Where do guided tours depart from?

Most half-day wildlife tours pick you up directly from downtown Salt Lake City hotels. The boat tour departs directly from the Great Salt Lake State Park marina.

From Viator

Recent reviews

4.8

414 reviews of the wildlife experience on Viator

Jarred was an excellent guide who added to the experience with some surprising facts along with a great sense of humor. The boat was a pontoon-style boat, well kept, and very comfortable. The lake was calm, making for a serene trip with slow cruising speed. We really enjoyed it!
Jones6192026-10Viator
Phenomenal experience on the Great Salt Lake! Super highly recommend for the views and excellent tour guide.
K9207HYmichaelb2026-10Viator
Not a lot of time in the sun. No need for extra sunscreen or hat. Mostly popping in and out of tour van. The hike at the end is a little steep for older people but there is still a good view if you don’t go to the top. Bring water.
Tracy_M2026-08Viator
wildlife experiencefrom $145 on Viator
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