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ATV or UTV 2 Person Guided Offroad Desert Adventure Scottsdale

Scottsdale, USAby Desert Dog Offroad Adventures

  • 2 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Up to 30 travelers
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English

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Overview

Experience one of the top-rated outdoor activities in Scottsdale with Desert Dog Offroad! For over 27 years, we’ve been Scottsdale’s go-to choice for unforgettable Sonoran Desert off-road tours. Located just minutes from Scottsdale we offer the closest desert trails in The National Forest. Climb into your own 2026 UTV Trail Sport UTV and follow your expert guide across rugged desert terrain. You’ll conquer rock gardens, sandy washes and desert canyons, while surrounded by incredible views of the Arizona desert. This is adventure tourism in Scottsdale at its best! Halfway through the tour, we’ll stop for water and snacks (provided), and drivers and passengers can swap. Along the way, your guide will share fascinating details about the flora and fauna of the Sonoran Desert. We provide everything—buggies, helmets, gators, water, and snacks. You just bring your sense of adventure and discover why we’ve been voted one of the best tours in Scottsdale year after year.

What's included

  • Bottled water
  • Photos
  • Gators
  • Snacks
  • Fuel
  • Helmet
  • Professional Guide
  • ATV Sand Buggy
  • Tips are not included. Please tip your guides.

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Tonto National Forest

    2 hours

    Lots of cactus, rock gardens, sandy washes and twisty canyons. Possible wildlife include eagles, wild horses, snakes, spiders and more!

  2. 2

    Lake Saguaro

    Pass by

    Views of Saguaro Lake

  3. 3

    Stop 3

    Pass by

    Four Peaks Mountain Range can be viewed on the tour.

  4. 4

    Stop 4

    Pass by

    Your off-road adventure will be taking you thru The Sonoran Desert which is the only desert where The Saguaro Cactus grows.

  5. 5

    Salt River

    Pass by

    When in the rainy season, there may be river crossing.

  6. 6

    Sonoran Desert National Monument

    Pass by

    Experience The Sonoran Desert as you off-road in Tonto National Forest

Meeting and pickup

Refer to Maps and Directions page on outfitters website. You will receive a text with directions. Arrive 15 minutes before the tour begins. Guides can not wait if you are late. No refunds, for no shows. Uber and Lyft are not recommended to the trailhead. Call the office for transportation.

End point

Refer to Maps and Directions page on outfitters website. You will receive a text with directions. Arrive 15 minutes before the tour begins. Guides can not wait if you are late. No refunds, for no shows. Uber and Lyft are not recommended to the trailhead. Call the office for transportation.

Good to know

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Transportation can be arranged for an additional fee. Uber and Lyft are not recommended. Call for details.
  • Must have valid Drivers License to drive.
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  • Must be 8 years old to be a passenger
  • Weight restrictions per buggy is 400 pounds
  • Tour runs rain or shine

Cancellation policy

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

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