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Off-roading in the Sonoran Desert is a fun and exciting way to explore one of the most biodiverse areas in North America. On a Phoenix ATV tour, you’ll explore saguaro-filled hills, sandy washes, and deep canyons while spotting some exotic wildlife—think javelina, snakes, lizards, and wild horses. Whether you decide to enjoy the scenery from the passenger seat while an expert guide takes the wheel or get a thrill driving the vehicle yourself, you won’t soon forget your adventure-filled day zipping through the desert.

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Guided Arizona Desert Tour by ATV - Centipede Tour
4.8
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Guided Arizona Desert Tour by ATV - Centipede Tour

Spend time aboard a single-rider ATV during a thrilling off-road tour in the Sonoran Desert. Ride on rugged and rocky trails in the scenic Bradshaw Mountains and cross the Aqua Fria River during the scenic journey. Your guide is knowledgeable about the region's plant life, wildlife, and history, with plenty of stories to share.
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  • 2 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$108
Guided Arizona Desert Tour by UTV - Centipede Tour
4.9
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Guided Arizona Desert Tour by UTV - Centipede Tour

Spend a thrilling day aboard a Kawasaki Teryx UTV during an off-road tour in the Sonoran Desert. Ride on rugged and rocky trails in the scenic Bradshaw Mountains and cross the Aqua Fria River during the scenic journey. Your guide is knowledgeable about the region's plant life, wildlife, and history, with plenty of stories to share. Bookings are per vehicle. If your group requires more than one vehicle, please create multiple bookings. Max of 4 people per vehicle.
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  • 2 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$108
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Grand Canyon with Sedona and Oak Creek Canyon Van Tour
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Grand Canyon with Sedona and Oak Creek Canyon Van Tour

Visit Grand Canyon National Park, with a stop for pictures of the Red Rocks of Sedona, on this 13-hour tour from the Phoenix area. On the way, Travel through beautiful Oak Creek Canyon, where you can browse local crafts if you wish. When you reach the Grand Canyon, make stops in the park to see the natural wonder from multiple viewpoints.
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  • 13 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$198
Small-Group or Private Grand Canyon with Sedona Tour from Phoenix
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Small-Group or Private Grand Canyon with Sedona Tour from Phoenix

Journey through stunning Arizona landscapes on this full-day tour from the Phoenix-Scottsdale area. Visit the Grand Canyon and explore Sedona with an expert guide who handles all the driving and logistics, leaving you free to soak in the incredible scenery. Explore highlights of the Grand Canyon, and drive through the Sonoran Desert on this small-group tour. With numbers limited to 13 participants, you can enjoy a more intimate experience of the Southwest's natural beauty.
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  • 13 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$235
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Phoenix Hot Air Balloon Ride at Sunrise
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Phoenix Hot Air Balloon Ride at Sunrise

Enjoy a picturesque hot-air balloon flight over the mammoth Sonoran Desert in North Phoenix on this sunrise flight. Experience stunning 360-degree views of the hottest desert in North America and its surrounding landscape while floating effortlessly across the sky at dawn. Then celebrate with a traditional champagne toast after the flight. Transportation to and from the landing site is included.
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  • 4 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$199
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Morning Hot Air Balloon Ride Over Phoenix
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Morning Hot Air Balloon Ride Over Phoenix

Take in gorgeous views of the Sonoran Desert and feel like you’re floating on a cloud during an exhilarating hot air balloon ride from Phoenix. You’ll experience the perfect start to your day followed by Champagne breakfast. Each flight lasts about an hour, with optional round-trip transport from your hotel.
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  • 3 hours 30 minutes
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$247
3-Hour ATV and Shooting Combo
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3-Hour ATV and Shooting Combo

The Ride & Shoot Combo Tour is the true Arizona experience. Explore the beautiful trails of the Sonoran Desert by ATV and spend some time at our private shooting range with a NRA-Certified Instructor. Glock 9mm and AK-47 are included and other firearms are available on-site for upgrade. You will be with us for up to 4-hours total. Up to 1-hour check-in followed by up to 3-hours of training, riding, and shooting. This is a combo like none else! This option is for single-seat ATVs, to book multi-passenger vehicles for this tour, search for our "3-Hour UTV and Shooting Combo."
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  • 3 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$230
Self-Guided Centipede Desert UTV Rental
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Self-Guided Centipede Desert UTV Rental

Get on a UTV to do some self-guided exploration of the Black Canyon desert in Arizona. You’ll get to do the driving, after a safety briefing before you go. Up to 4 people can ride in the UTV. It’s a 3 hour experience with one hour to check in, and 2 hours to train and go ride through the mountainous and desert landscape. Helmet, goggles, and face mask are all set up for you to use. Bookings are per vehicle. If your group requires more than one vehicle, please create multiple bookings. Max of 4 people per vehicle.
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  • 2 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$108
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3-Hour UTV and Shooting Combo
4.9
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3-Hour UTV and Shooting Combo

The Ride & Shoot Combo Tour is the true Arizona experience. Explore the beautiful trails of the Sonoran Desert by UTV and spend some time at our private shooting range with a NRA-Certified Instructor. Glock 9mm and AK-47 are included and other firearms are available on-site for upgrade. You will be with us for up to 4-hours total. Up to 1-hour check-in followed by up to 3-hours of training, riding, and shooting. This is a combo like none else! This option is for multi-seat UTVs, to book single-passenger ATVs for this tour, check out our "3-Hour ATV and Shooting Combo." Bookings are per vehicle. If your group requires more than one vehicle, please create multiple bookings. Max of 4 people per vehicle.
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  • 3 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$230
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Sidewinder ATV Training Session - Guided ATV Training
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Sidewinder ATV Training Session - Guided ATV Training

Go from beginner to expert ATV driver when you book this group adventure into the Sonoran Desert of Black Canyon City on ATVs, tackling a trail called the “Sindwinder.” You’ll have plenty of instruction before you set off, and you’ll be with a guide the entire time. You’ll learn proper riding technique and practice turns, bumps, and hills until you become an expert on this 1-hour ride.
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  • 1 hour
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$57
Bulldog Canyon Off-Road Adventure Tour
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Bulldog Canyon Off-Road Adventure Tour

Bulldog Canyon is the area of Tonto National Forest north of Usery mountain and south of the salt river. Expect to see beautiful desert scenery including: - Unique plants, cactus, and wildflowers that are native to the Sonoran Desert. - Beautiful Mountain ranges including the Superstition Mountains, Red Mountain, and Four Peaks. Lots of picturesque views of Tempe, Pheonix, and the entire Valley of the Sun. - Wild Animals such as horses, javelina, snakes, lizzards, and birds. - Experience the Adventure of off-roading and being able to travel through deserts washes and rocky paths. - The Tour will take you into wild and rarely traveled places you'd be unlikely to see on your own. - The tour is guided and driven by our experienced tour guides to ensure safety.
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  • 2 to 5 hours
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$150
3 Hour Guided TomCar ATV Experience in Sonoran Desert
5.0
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3 Hour Guided TomCar ATV Experience in Sonoran Desert

Climb aboard a Tomcar, a military-grade UTV, and explore the rugged Sonoran Desert during this guided excursion. Follow your guides through the arid landscapes and enjoy unparalleled views from your open-air vehicle. Stop at a few points to take in the scenery and learn about your surroundings from your guide.
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  • 3 hours 15 minutes
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$219
Box Canyon ATV Tour in Florence, Arizona
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Box Canyon ATV Tour in Florence, Arizona

Set out on an adventure with this 4-hour ATV tour through Box Canyon in Florence, Arizona. Travel past the Tortilla Mountains as you follow your guide on a 34-mile (54.kilometer) drive through Box Canyon. Along the way see petroglyphs left over from the ancient Native Americans, as well as an old post office built in the mid-1800s. Pass by the Butterfield Overland Stage Coach Company’s way station from 1860 and an old miners’ building, too.
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  • 4 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$235
Sonoran Desert UTV Sand Buggy Off-Road Adventure, Scottsdale
4.7
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Sonoran Desert UTV Sand Buggy Off-Road Adventure, Scottsdale

Have an adventure in a UTV Sand Buggy as you go through the desert terrain of the Tonto National Forest and the Sonoran Desert with a guide, so you don’t get lost. Each buggy needs two people, so go with a friend and get ready to have a ton of adrenaline fun. You might see eagles and snakes while you go through sandy washes and curry canyons.
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  • 2 hours
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$360
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Sonoran Desert, Guided UTV Sand Buggy Adventure Tour Phoenix
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Sonoran Desert, Guided UTV Sand Buggy Adventure Tour Phoenix

If you’re ready for an ATV adventure in the Sonoran Desert, this group tour from Phonix is the one for you. You’ll keep costs down by booking this shared trip, but still be able to ride at your own pace on your two-person ATV. Put on your provided helmet, get a lesson on how to operate your ATV, then head into the desert.
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  • 2 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$180
Sidewinder ATV Training & Centipede Tour Combo - Guided ATV Training & Tour
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Sidewinder ATV Training & Centipede Tour Combo - Guided ATV Training & Tour

Experience an adrenaline-filled adventure during this 3-hour excursion that's both a training course and a tour that will take you on the ride of your life. Beginners will benefit from the beginner-friendly Sidewinder test track, where you can practice turns, bumps, and hills until you become an expert. Once complete, explore Arizona's stunning Sonoran Desert with deep canyons and mountains on the more advanced Centipede tour.
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  • 3 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$180
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Sonoran Desert 2 Hour Guided ATV Adventure
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Sonoran Desert 2 Hour Guided ATV Adventure

Take a rip through the Sonoran Desert on four wheels. Your adventure guide knows all the best trails in the area and—after a safety orientation and quick lesson in ATV driving, you’ll be off on an adventure of your own. This tour is a great way to explore the vast Sonoran Desert and have fun with some new friends. Choose from a single or double ATV, or a UTV, which is great for families.
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  • 2 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$320
Sunset UTV Sand Buggy Off-Road Adventure Tour Scottsdale
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Sunset UTV Sand Buggy Off-Road Adventure Tour Scottsdale

Visit parts of the Sonoran Desert unreachable to standard vehicles during this UTV tour, which gives you off-road access to rough-and-tumble desert scenery. Head out in the afternoon, so your ride ends as the sun sets. Highlights include a glimpse of the Four Peaks Mountain Range and Saguaro Lake, plus a river crossing in the rainy season.
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  • 2 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$360
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Four Peaks Off-Road Adventure Tour
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Four Peaks Off-Road Adventure Tour

This is an off-road trip through Four Peaks Wilderness Area. We will be passing Saguaro Lake and entering sandy rolls of through Pobrecito access point. The remainder of the trip will be spent in the Four Peaks Wilderness area which brings you past many different types of landscapes (Huge Boulders, Giant Cactus, Smooth Rocks and Big Desert Washes). The Trip takes 6 hours depending on road conditions and passenger preferences. Four Peaks is an area of the Tonto National Forest. There is a good chance of seeing desert animals such as: horses, coyotes, javelina, and snakes. The peak is much cooler in temperature than Pheonix. You will need to bring a coat or jacket. In the winter there is a good chance there will be snow on the peaks.
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  • 5 to 6 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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Q:Are ATV tours in Phoenix worth it?
A:

Yes, if you're seeking an adventurous way to explore the desert, ATV tours in Phoenix are definitely worth it. They provide an exhilarating off-road experience, offering the chance to witness the natural beauty of the Sonoran Desert from locations not easily accessible by other modes of transport.

Q:How much do ATV tours in Phoenix cost?
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You can book some ATV tours for around US$50 to US$150 per person. Several group tours range from US$200 to US$400 per group. The price often depends on how many people will be adventuring with you.

Q:What do you see on ATV tours in Phoenix?
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ATV tours in Phoenix take you off-road through the stunning Sonoran Desert, where you'll see the unique flora and fauna of the region up close. Along the way, you'll have the chance to take in views of the Bradshaw Mountains and even cross the Agua Fria River on some tours. Typically, the guides are very knowledgeable about the plant life, wildlife, and history of the area and have fun stories to share.

Q:Do you need a license to drive an ATV in Phoenix?
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Yes, you typically need to be 16 years old and have a valid driver's license to operate an ATV on public roads, so be sure to check the tour operator's requirements before booking.

Q:Are helmets required for ATV tours in Phoenix?
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Yes, safety is always a top priority, and helmets will be provided and required on ATV tours in Phoenix. Tour companies will typically provide DOT-approved helmets as part of the tour package to ensure all participants are properly equipped and safe.

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