Guided Tours

Rangers and volunteers share in-depth knowledge about the mission's history and environment.

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Tumacácori Mission Church and Grounds

January through March
Daily, 11:00 a.m.

Tours begin at the visitor center and last approximately 45 minutes. When staffing permits, additional tours may be given during the winter season and at other times of the day and year: Call, email, or inquire at the visitor center information desk.

Will you be missing the guided tour? Use the self-guided tour offered in English and español, to read or to listen.

Calabazas and Guevavi Missions Tour

January - March
1st and 3rd Wednesdays, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Reservation Required - $25 per person

Special tours are offered to two missions historically associated with Tumacácori, Los Santos Ángeles de Guevavi and San Cayetano de Calabazas. Their fragile ruins, protected by the National Park Service, are normally closed to the public and can be visited only as part of these special reserved tours. See more details at Calabazas and Guevavi Tours.

Bird Walks

2nd and 4th Saturdays, January - April, 8:30 a.m. (January and February), 8:00 a.m. (March and April)
Come explore birding hotspots in habitats from the courtyard garden to the Santa Cruz River. Participants will need to wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water. Beginners welcome. While bringing your own binoculars is recommended, the park has several pairs of binoculars available for loan to participants.

Special Walks for Beginning Birders!
2nd Saturdays, October - December, 8:30 a.m.

The River Made Me Tour

2nd and 4th Wednesdays, January - March, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Ranger-led tour of Tubac history begins at the Tubac Presidio State Historic Park. Reservations required - call the Tubac Presidio at 520-398-2252.

Moonlight Hike in the Park

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Friday, November 4
Thursday, January 5
Thursday, February 2

Hike two miles on the Anza Trail by the light of the moon. Meet at the Anza Trailhead across from the Tumacácori Post Office. Find out more about Sunrise, Sunset, and Night Sky Programs.

Special Reserved Tours and Programs

Special tours, school programs, and special interest talks may also available by advanced request. For further information about these offerings, please email us or call the park at 520-377-5060.