Top Phoenix Adventure Tours

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.

“Lake Pleasant Scenic : South-to-North Cruise” Set sail from the southern side of Lake Pleasant and float north into a peaceful, scenic stream. Enjoy stunning views of sparkling waters, rugged cliffs, wildlife and lush riverbanks. Your guide will share fascinating stories about the lake’s history and wildlife, making this the perfect outing for families, friends, and nature lovers. Capture the memories—your captain is happy to snap photos with incredible background so you can take home the perfect keepsake!

The Ancient Ruins UTV Tour is our premier off-road excursion, offering an unparalleled mix of history, adventure, and natural beauty. Over the course of three hours, you’ll travel deep into the Bradshaw Mountains, navigate across the Agua Fria River, and explore the ancient ruins of the Hohokam civilization, all while surrounded by the stunning Sonoran Desert. This tour takes you further into Arizona’s rugged wilderness than any of our other offerings, with plenty of stops for breathtaking views, unique photo opportunities, and moments of discovery. Led by our most experienced guides, this adventure combines expert storytelling with safety and fun. Learn about the area’s rich history, diverse wildlife, and fascinating geology while navigating some of the state’s most thrilling off-road trails. For an exclusive and action-packed desert experience, there’s no better choice than the Ancient Ruins UTV Tour. Sold out or looking for a lower price tour? Search for our "Centipede UTV 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.

Explore Arizona’s Sonoran Desert in a unique, eco-friendly way on this electric bike adventure. Ride premium Bosch and Yamaha mid-drive e-bikes built for both on- and off-road trails, offering comfort even to first-time riders. Enjoy stunning views of Black Mountain and the surrounding landscapes while learning about the local area. This safe, exhilarating experience makes desert exploration accessible, fun, and unforgettable.

Explore the serene beauty of Arizona’s rivers on a guided kayak or flatwater tour. The Lower Salt River offers a scenic desert oasis perfect for all. Guests float in self-bailing tandem kayaks, with two people per boat, while a guide accompanies alongside guests to offer instruction and insights about the Sonoran Desert. The river’s gentle current makes for an easy float. Along the way, there’s plenty of time to swim, play, and enjoy the view, with close encounters with wildlife like wild horses and great blue herons adding to the magic. All equipment is provided, including paddles, dry bags, and life jackets, so you can simply relax and enjoy an unforgettable day on the water. Tours take about four hours including the drive to/from the river and the duration of the tour. Bottled water and snacks, raft/paddles, a life jacket, dry bags, round-trip transportation and National Forest entry fees are included in this trip.

If you’ve ever wanted to raft a river, but don’t know how, get out of the Phoenix heat on a beginner-friendly float. Discover a scenic desert oasis less than an hour from the city. Your guide steers the boat and provides fascinating facts about the flora and fauna of the unique Sonoran Desert. Your whole family can swim, play, or just relax together on this small group adventure.

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.

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.

On this 13‑hour tour from the Phoenix area, you’ll travel through beautiful Oak Creek Canyon—where you can browse local crafts if you wish—then stop for pictures of Sedona’s Red Rocks. Finally, you’ll reach Grand Canyon National Park and visit multiple viewpoints to admire the natural wonder.” This version presents the itinerary in a logical order: the drive and activities first, photo stops next, then the Grand Canyon viewpoints last, for a clearer flow

The Tonto National Forest is the largest in Arizona and the Lower Salt River runs right through its heart. On this tour, admire the natural scenery from the water on a thrilling kayaking excursion. Set out from Saguaro Lake Ranch, paddle along the Salt River, and look out for native wildlife, including the park’s herd of wild horses.

Step back into the Arizona Wild West with this Historic Gold Mine Jeep Adventure. With adrenaline pumping, you enter mine to follow same vein of Gold that prospector “Old Rackensack” chased in 1880. Our Hard-Rock mine allows guests to Safely experience Old-Timers painstaking methods for extracting the elusive precious mineral that had such a profound impact on Arizona’s History. In-route to the Mine, you will explore the Upper Sonoran Desert’s rugged landscape with Flora & Fauna photo stops plus educational narration about Rackensack Canyon’s Archaeological Indian Ruins. After an exhilarating mountainside ride to Summit Studio/Giftshop, you will enjoy complimentary refreshments before heading to mine. Sit back and enjoy the ride with Certified Off-road Desert Guide in our Custom Jeep Gladiator that is weatherized for "Rain or Shine" Tours and exclusively designed for safety, comfort plus maximum visibility of spectacular vistas.

Float over Phoenix and the Sonoran Desert in a comfortable and spacious hot-air balloon with an FAA-certified pilot. Depart before daybreak to get incredible views of the desert landscape during sunrise and be a part of the action as the balloon is inflated. If the wind is right, you can go inside for amazing photos. Upon touchdown, you are greeted with a Champagne toast and a commemorative flight certificate.

Experience Lake Pleasant with a guided morning kayak tour. Have a chance to see the abundant wildlife Arizona has to offer. Lake Pleasant is just that! Enjoy the peace and serenity of the lake in the morning, Mountain views all around you as you paddle the calm waters. Fun for the whole family!

This is a guided tour. Experience Kayaking in a whole new way, under the stars! Launch just before sunset and an experience the best sunset in the U.S. from the water. Then, enjoy the peace and serenity of Lake Pleasant at night with an amazing Neon Vibe. Your kayaks and paddleboards come equipped with neon led lights to light up the water for a party like no other! This is a one of a kind experience that is fun for the whole family.

This is a guided tour. Experience paddleboarding and in a whole new way, under the stars! Launch just before sunset and an experience the best sunset in the U.S. from the water. Then, enjoy the peace and serenity of Lake Pleasant at night with an amazing Neon Vibe. Our kayaks and paddleboards come equipped with neon led lights to light up the water for a party like no other! This is a one of a kind experience that is fun for the whole family.

* Please note this trip has a MINIMUM OF 4pp OR MORE to operate and will show sold out if less than 4pp is inputted on the first booking. Join us for a leisure river float where you can see flora and fauna of beautiful Arizona. Some of the endless possibilities for wildlife sightings could be otters, herons, eagles and wild horses! Enjoy the scenery of cactus lining the banks of the desert scape while rafting along the Lower Salt River.

Limited time offer, lowest price in Arizona! Welcome to a flight experience for beginners in a training biplane from WWII. You will be exposed to flying in an open cockpit biplane over the McDowall Mountains. The Stearman biplane was used 80 years ago to teach the aviation cadets of WWII, so you will be learning in an authentic piece of history. There are only 2 seats in the plane, one for you and one for me. We'll start with a preflight inspection followed by an explanation of the radios and controls. We can fly smooth and level, or we can add in some more energetic maneuvers for those that desire a more thrilling experience. You will be invited to take the controls as part of the experience. From engine start to return will take approximately 30 minutes although the entire experience last about 1.5 hours. This is a unique experience where you will be exposed to the same type of training that the "Greatest Generation" did during WWII. It's like traveling back in time nearly 80 years

Combine thrilling off-road rides with a unique long-range shooting experience in the stunning Bradshaw Mountains. The Sniper Recon UTV Tour takes you through rugged terrain to a private 500-yard shooting range. Guided by expert instructors, you’ll shoot iconic rifles like the Ruger Precision Rifle and Barrett Model 99 at steel targets up to 500 yards away. This adventure is designed for all skill levels, ensuring everyone feels confident while aiming for precision. Enjoy breathtaking views and a mix of adrenaline and skill as you embark on this unforgettable outing. - Duration: 3-hour tour - Shoot two iconic rifles: Ruger Precision Rifle (.308 Win) and Barrett Model 99 (.50 BMG) - Expert guidance from certified instructors for all shooting levels - Minimum age of 18+

Experience majestic mountain shadows and a world-famous Arizona sunset (weather dependent) at our private mountaintop sanctuary within Tonto National Forest. Tours begin with a slow-crawl through Rackensack Canyon and expert guide narration about Unique Sonoran Desert Plants & Ancient Hohokam Indians who inhabited canyon up to 1450 AD. A short time later the “Exhilarating Mountainside Ride” begins as you climb 900 vertical feet over 1.5 miles with absolutely breathtaking views at 4500 foot elevation. The short ride to the top can be a bit dusty & bouncy but is also exciting fun with entertaining narration and educational photo stops along trail. Upon arrival at Summit Studio/Gift Shop you will enjoy complimentary refreshments & relax on patio with jaw dropping vistas or try your hand at Steer Head Roping & Corn Hole. At sunset, experience panoramic unobstructed views of sky which typically changes to shades of pink, red, orange, and purple, with stunning Desert Mountain backdrop.

Discover the stars above the desert of Arizona on a 3-hour walking tour at night that departs from Scottsdale. Get away from the light pollution of the city when you enter the desert, and learn from your guide about basic astronomy and ancient navigation traditions of local indigenous peoples. Telescopes and binoculars are provided for better viewing, along with black lights and flashlights for the walk.

See more of Arizona's stunning natural beauty on a comprehensive full-day tour by air and land that culminates in Monument Valley. Enjoy a scenic flight from Phoenix over Sedona, San Francisco Peaks, the Grand Canyon, and Lake Powell, before landing near Monument Valley. Then take a 4WD tour with a Navajo guide to explore Monument Valley and the Navajo Tribal Park. After the ground tour, try Navajo tacos for lunch before taking in more views on your return flight to Phoenix.

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.