Top Las Vegas Nature and Wildlife Tours

Swap the bright lights of Las Vegas for a day trip to the magnificent nature spots of Lower Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend. Don’t worry about getting lost when exploring these vast outdoor wonders, as a Navajo Indian guide shows you around and entertains you with commentary about local geology, history, and culture. Highlights include the sandstone wall of Antelope Canyon and views of the Colorado river.

Experience the serenity of Emerald Cave, a picturesque natural attraction on the Colorado River. This kayaking tour takes a small group max of 12 people paddling up the river with a guide. Stop for snacks and swimming along the way. Round-trip hotel transport is provided from Las Vegas to Willow Beach in Arizona.

Fly from Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon in a sightseeing helicopter, touch down deep in the canyon for a Champagne toast, and explore the scenic desert landscape in luxurious style. This Grand Canyon helicopter tour includes plenty of flying time, hotel pickup and drop-off in Las Vegas, and drinks and snacks on a private bluff inside the Grand Canyon.

Immerse yourself in the rugged, wide-open beauty of the Nevada desert and experience true cowboy hospitality on a sunset horseback ride through Red Rock Canyon. With an expert wrangler leading the way, ride along a winding mountainous trail through desert shrub and inspiring rock formations. After watching the sun set over Las Vegas Valley, enjoy a campfire barbecue complete with grilled meats, corn on the cob and cowboy s’mores. Includes round-trip transfers from select Las Vegas hotels.

There's nothing better than getting a little dirty when you come to Las Vegas and the most fun way to do it is on an adrenaline-fueled ride through the Primm and Hidden Valleys on a RZR tour. During this adventure departing from Las Vegas, follow your experienced adventure guide over mountain and desert terrain while driving your own juiced-up RZR 1000s which are under a year old. This tour is the longest available and includes all safety equipment and round-trip transportation from Las Vegas hotels.

Try the newest adrenaline-fueled attraction in Las Vegas by soaring down the Fly LINQ zipline. Take in the views from 12 stories above the LINQ promenade on a zipline that begins near Las Vegas Boulevard and ends at the High Roller. Position yourself in a seated position then enjoy the ride with others on ziplines next to you.

Trade the Strip for the Las Vegas Dunes—and enjoy a fun-filled and fast-paced excursion—on this all-terrain vehicle tour. Following pickup directly from your hotel, head to the departure facility where you’ll watch a safety video, get fitted with gear, and go for a few practice laps. Then, hit the dunes: choose between a 30- or 60-minute ride, and speed along in your ATV while your guide captures photos.

Ride in a specially-equipped buggy through the Nevada desert during this adrenaline-fueled activity departing from Las Vegas. On your own or with friends, navigate through the area's most challenging terrain wearing full safety gear. 'Rolling Stone' named this excursion as Vegas' Best Near-Death Experience! Round-trip transportation from Las Vegas hotels is included.  Please Note: Price displayed is a per person rate based on a 30-minute, two-seater buggy; see tour options for details.

Off-road ATV/RZR/Gold Mine Adventure Tour is 45 min. from Las Vegas where you will explore Eldorado Canyon & 1861 World Famous Techatticup Gold Mine. One-of-a-kind memorable half-day tour with the best tour guides! Include lunch, round-trip hotel pickup, riding gear, photos, sightseeing included. No experience needed Ride a fully automatic ATV or Razors.

Experience the excitement of unloading clips into targets during this outdoor shooting experience in Las Vegas. Choose from more than 80 different guns, including full-automatics, Western-style, and more. Learn about operations and safety from your expert guide and instructor and then start shooting the targets! Take home photos from the shooting line free of charge and enjoy transportation included in the package.

Discover the ultimate shooting experience in Las Vegas. Explore this 5-acre facility filled with military vehicles, tanks and helicopters. Then take aim with one of two shooting packages. The GI Joe features a Glock 17 (20 rounds), full-auto Uzi (25 rounds) and an AK-47 full-auto assault rifle. The Tactical Force features a Glock 17 (20 rounds), full-auto MP5 (25 rounds), full-auto M4 assault rifle (25 rounds) and a 12-guage shotgun (five rounds). Professional instructors, eye and ear protection plus a hotel pickup and drop-off in a Humvee are included.

Go off-roading in the Mojave Desert on an adventurous RZR tour from Las Vegas that puts you behind the wheel of a powerful 4-wheel-drive vehicle. You'll suit up in safety gear and a radio-equipped helmet, then rev the engine as you roar over desert trails and follow parched river beds. With pickup and drop-off from select Las Vegas hotels, this tour gets you out of the city and deep into the wild, scenic Mojave.

Fly over the Pahrump valley in a colorful hot air balloon on this exciting tour. Get a bird's-eye view of the stunning desert and mountain scenery, located about an hour away from the Las Vegas Strip. Soar as high as 10,000 feet—one of the highest flights available in the area—for unparalleled views. Upon landing, enjoy a Champagne toast to commemorate your scenic flight.

On the outskirts of Vegas, once the neon lights fade and the sound of traffic is replaced by the rush of the wind, the Valley of Fire is a geologic wonder that’s best explored on two feet. On this Valley of Fire hiking excursion, marvel at Native American petroglyphs that are believed to be 3,000 years old, and enjoy the multihued desert scenery in Nevada’s oldest state park. Pass Lake Mead and the Moapa Indian Reservation. This small-group tour has a variable duration—depending on the difficulty of hike you choose.

Saddle up for a scenic and leisurely Wild West horseback ride led by expert wranglers. After your expedition, revitalize with a hearty cowboy-style pancake and egg breakfast. Your tour includes round-trip hotel transport from the Las Vegas Strip to a working horse ranch where you’re treated to gorgeous views of the desert landscape.

Enjoy a fast-paced, active way to discover the Las Vegas Dunes on this beginner-friendly all-terrain vehicle tour. Pick from several departure times, meet your shuttle right on the Strip, and set off with just a small group for company—you'll be transported to the departure point for an orientation and safety demonstration. Then, zip off into the dunes on your ATV, and follow your guide into the rugged desert scenery.

Hop in your dream car and forget the speed limit with this driving experience in Las Vegas. Choose from 20 different supercars and race around the road course. All necessary equipment will be provided, as well as race coaching, a safety briefing and some practice runs.

See the bright lights of the Las Vegas Strip and the surrounding region during this nighttime helicopter flight. Soar over this famous stretch of Las Vegas Boulevard with an exclusive sightseeing tour of Sin City’s downtown skyline and beyond, including the Bellagio, the Mirage, and the Fremont Street Experience. Your flight covers approximately 20 miles (32 kilometers). There are a variety of departure times available throughout the evening to fit into almost any schedule. Hotel pickup and drop-off by Mercedes Sprinter is included (if option selected). ** Please note weight restrictions on the helicopter ** ** Please note: Effective for bookings made from March 17, 2022, the price displayed does not include a USD5 per person fuel fee. This fee is payable direct to the supplier on the day of your tour **

Get away from the glitz and pavements of Las Vegas and get ready to ride the trails of the McCullough Mountain Range, Hidden Valley, and the Roach Dry Lakebed. This no-experience-required all-terrain vehicle (ATV) adventure tour takes you into the Hidden Valley. Just a short ride from the Strip, this is the longest ATV tour in Las Vegas.

See two iconic desert landmarks in one day with this full-day tour from Las Vegas. At Antelope Canyon, follow your Navajo guide through the sculpted slot canyon. At Horseshoe Bend, an easy 1.5-mile round-trip hike makes it easy to explore on your own. On the way there and back, drive past Lake Powell, Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument, Virgin River Gorge, Glen Canyon Dam Overlook, and Kanab.

Ride an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) in the Mojave Desert on this half-day tour from Las Vegas. Rumble through Hidden Valley National Monument past lava beds to viewpoint overlooks. With all equipment and orientation provided, all you need is a thirst for heart-pounding adventure, and your tour guide supplies the rest. Includes round-trip air-conditioned transport from Las Vegas to Jean, Nevada.

You can’t visit Las Vegas without taking in the spectacular sight of the majestic Hoover Dam! A true marvel, the dam was constructed in less than five years during the Great Depression by thousands of men who ventured into Black Canyon to harness the power of the mighty Colorado.

Enjoy a rugged, high-octane counterpoint to Las Vegas' glitzy Strip on this small-group all-terrain vehicle experience. Pick between morning and afternoon tour times, meet your shuttle directly on the Strip, and head into the rugged Las Vegas Dunes. After an introduction and safety briefing, grab your gear, hop aboard your ATV, and follow your guide through the region's desert scenery.