Guided Half-Day Tour to Shoshone Falls & City Tour

Explore Shoshone Falls, historic Twin Falls, and the stunning Snake River on this guided half-day tour. Discover hidden streams, waterfalls, and pioneer culture.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Twin Falls - Your interpretive guide will take you on a drive though the historic Old Town and Warehouse District of Twin Falls.

In 1904, our town was founded and built and became home to shops, restaurants, theaters and more. This historic area has been restored much to its original state and refreshed with modern features, perfect for a leisurely visit after your tour.

Take a short stroll through the Downtown Commons and immerse yourself in our art culture as you experience aspects of Idaho’s history as told through colorful murals and statues.

  • Shoshone Falls - Take a short drive to Shoshone Falls, known as “the Niagara of the west”. There, you will find yourself surrounded in ancient volcanic geologic history as your interpretive guide takes you back in time more than 15,000 years when Lake Bonneville overflowed its rim some 300 miles away ripping away Idaho’s terrain and creating this stunning natural wonder ranked as one of the top three waterfalls in the United States.

Walk down onto the main viewing platform for an up close experience and spectacular views just yards from the top of the flowing falls. This famous waterfall stands 212 feet high and spans 950 feet across the Snake River Canyon.

  • Perrine Bridge - Spanning 1,500 feet across the Snake River Canyon, the I. B. Perrine Memorial Bridge is at a height 486 feet above the Snake River. It is the only bridge in the United States where B.A.S.E. jumping is legal without a permit every day of the year, attracting jumpers from all over the world to its rails.
  • Buzz Langdon Visitor Center - Inside the center, you’ll find everything you need for your trip in Southern Idaho. Discover historic photos, watch informative videos, and learn more about the four national park properties in our area. Talk to staff for maps, travel guides, lodging deals and locals-only recommendations.

The Center’s floor-to-ceiling windows offer views of the Snake River & the Snake River Canyon, the 486-feet-tall Perrine Bridge, and the historic Evel Knievel jump site.

  • Twin Falls Warehouse Historic District - Take a drive through Twin Falls’ Historic Downtown, City Center and Warehouse Districts listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2000.

See the iconic silos where in 1915 Twin Falls Milling and Elevator Company stored and distributed food and flour throughout the country and beyond.

Pass by our beautiful historic churches situated all around the Twin Falls City Park, known as one of the most inviting parks in the state of Idaho.

Learn the history of how Twin Falls came to be through the eyes of the pioneers who transformed the sagebrush wasteland into what has become one of the fastest growing cities in Idaho.

Hear how the visionary I.B. Perrine harnessed the Snake River to create one of the largest agricultural areas in Southern Idaho.

  • Evel Knievel Snake River Canyon Jump Site - On September 8th, 1976, the famous daredevil, Evel Knievel, attempted to jump across the Snake River on his final jump. Though the jump was not successful (Evel landed in the bottom of the Snake River Canyon and was safely rescued), his jump ramp is still visible from the I.B. Perrine Memorial Bridge and accessible via a paved walking path along the Snake River Canyon Rim o
  • Snake River Canyon Trail - Walk along the Snake River Canyon Trail as you make your way to the overlook platform for views of our two beautiful golf courses located in the canyon while watching kayakers and paddle boarders making their way to Pillar Falls and the mighty Shoshone Falls.

Watch as B.A.S.E. jumpers “fly” off the the I. B. Perrine Memorial bridge right before your eyes as the descend on their 28 second ride into the Snake River Canyon.

  • Shoshone Falls Park - Located at Shoshone Falls, this lovely park sits adjacent to Shoshone Falls. Here you can purchase snacks and souvenirs to commemorate your trip to Shoshone Falls.

Learn about our local history and culture through interpretive boards including the construction of the Shoshone Falls Powerplant and Dam.

Built in 1907, Shoshone Falls was the first power plant in Idaho’s Magic Valley. It was acquired by Idaho Power in 1916 and rebuilt in 1921. Shoshone Falls Power Plant is located on the Snake River near Twin Falls, Idaho, at river mile 614.7. The plant includes a diversion dam and a powerhouse.

What's Included
  • Bottled water
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • All fees and/or taxes
What's Not Included
  • Snacks
  • Lunch
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • On-board restrooms
  • On-board WiFi
Additional Information

Do you go crazy over Natural Wonders? Do you like American history and pioneer culture? Then this is the perfect Big Green Adventure for you! Come along on this scenic tour to Shoshone Falls - the “Niagara of the West”.

Drive though the historic Old Town and Warehouse District of Twin Falls, 1904, newly restored and refreshed with modern features.

Stop at Twin Falls Dam and Waterfall where were natural springs burst through basalt lava rock to expose “hidden streams and hanging gardens”.

Next, stop at Shoshone Falls where 15,000 years ago an ancient lake overflowed its rim some 300 miles away ripping away Idaho’s terrain and creating this stunning natural wonder ranked as one of the top three waterfalls in the United States.

Our last stop is our Visitor Center. Shop for souvenirs, experience the Perrine Memorial Bridge at a breathtaking height of 486 feet and take in the grandeur of our famous canyon and Snake River below.

Location
Twin Falls
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Y799gzkathyt
Aug 10, 2024
Hidden Gems! - What a great tour, Twin Falls Idaho is a hidden gem! We stopped there on our driving vacation and was extremely surprised the hidden gems of Idaho! Both the sites and our tour guide! Big Green Adventures (Gabrielle) was amazingly… she was knowledgeable and detailed about the beautiful (and breathtaking) area of Twin Falls! She knew the history, little antidotes, and a great photographer!! We had a blast getting to know the area..Thanks for making our trip such a great experience!
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Maureen_h
Jul 30, 2024
Tour of Twin Falls - Great tour of Twin Falls, very experienced and knowledgeable guide. I highly recommend booking a tour!
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Betty_h
Jul 29, 2024
Outstanding way to start your day! - Gabrielle was outstanding with her history and knowledge of the area. We would recommend the city tour to everyone who lives and visits there. You need her to show you the way. Start your trip with her, and come back for more. We will!! Betty and Mary from WI.
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N9517kklauried
Jul 29, 2024
Best Experience Ever!!! - We had two tours scheduled, and enjoyed ourselves soooo much, we booked a third tour with Big Green Adventure Tours. Other than Craters of the Moon, we also did the Guided Half day tour to Shoshone Falls and Twin Falls, and the Guided half day Scenic Tour - Off the Beaten Path. We have done tours all over the world and I believe this might have been our best experience with a tour and guide. Our guide was entertaining, as well as, informative. Highly recommend this experience. She even gave us suggestions of places to visit on our days that we did not have tours booked.
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Rebeccarl9093um
Jul 26, 2024
Twin Falls tour - Today's city & falls tour of Twin Falls was an unexpected delight. Gabriella gave us so many interesting stories & details that there was never a dull moment. I loved it!
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Beverly_m
Jul 12, 2024
Shoshone Falls and Twin Falls Local Area half Day Tour - We were pleased with the sights we saw. Tour guide paced the trip well and shared much information about the area. Shoshone Falls were spectacular. Just wish guide had kept her personal political views to herself.
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214paulam
Jul 12, 2024
A great way to spend half a day - Very enjoyable tour. Gabrielle was great and gave us a lot of information on local history and geology. She had cold water and ice towels to combat the summer heat. I highly recommend her tour.
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K3343givictorb
Jul 12, 2024
Very good experience - Excellent tour with Gabrielle, on time, very professional and friendly Knowledgeable about the state, specially for a Californian!!!
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Michaelni1157xo
Jul 10, 2024
Wonderful tour in Twin Falls - This was a wonderful tour that gave us the opportunity to see several beautiful falls areas and learn so much about Twin Falls - It truly helped fall in love with Twin Falls. we have already recommended it to others. It also gives you information on what to spend more time with that is not on the tour. Gabrielle is a wonderful tour guide who takes great diligence to make sure the customers get their money's worth on the tour Loved it!
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Jsktucson
Jul 24, 2024
Shoshone Falls are a must-see! - Fun little city tour. We were impressed with the cleanliness and upkeep of the area. The Shoshone Falls were the best falls we saw on this trip, and they were next to a tidy little park. Gabrielle is very personable and knowledgeable.
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