Cynthia’s Heritage Safari

Cynthia’s Safaris offers Amargosa Valley and Death Valley hikes and tours.  The American Southwest during the 1800’s and early 20^th century is the most romanticized history of the of the United States.  This safari focuses on our local “wild west” history and is designed for couples, families, and friends.  It features exploration of 2 fascinating valleys of the American Southwest: The Amargosa Valley and Death Valley.  Cynthia’s Basecamp is in the heart of this country and sits among the remnants of a 20^th century boomtown.  Ruins of mines of gold, silver, lead, iron, talc, and gypsum riddle our landscape.  Abandoned railroad beds furnish our off-road routes.  Our hikes follow ancient human footpaths.  Just to get to Cynthia’s Basecamp you must drive along the 1829 route of the Old Spanish National Historic Trail.

YOUR ROOM

Cynthia’s Basecamp offers a variety of guest rooms interwoven to be adjoined or to stand alone.  Cynthia will configure your room(s) according to group size and preferences. 

YOUR MEALS

Prefix menus are designed with guest dietary restrictions in mind, such as allergies and medical conditions. Meals can be tailored to meat-eaters, vegetarians, or vegans.

BOOKING YOUR SAFARI

Our base rate is the same for one or two people. Additional guests in your party can be added at the end of the booking process just before payment options.

Once you arrive, you will get a better feel for the area and your desired takeaway along with the current weather conditions, which often dictates the timing of your itinerary.  Be sure to bring layers of clothing, a headlamp, closed toe shoes, and water bottles (2 liters per person at least).  We provide all gear needed for your guided off-road adventure driving our desert vehicles. There is Wi-Fi at Cynthia’s Basecamp, but no cell phone reception within a 40-mile radius.  Your room is like a standard hotel room…only in the middle of desert.  Basecamp has a common room with a shared guest refrigerator.  Bring your favorite snacks, lunch items, and beverages.  Water is drinkable at Cynthia’s Basecamp.  Your region of exploration is half the size of Belgium, population 435.  There is little human development, most are remnants from the gold rush and mining heyday.  Full moonscapes are epic, our dark night skies are indescribable.

We accept credit and debit cards. Payment in full is required to secure your booking. We have a 21-day cancellation policy. For additional information, please visit our Terms of Service page.