Top Phoenix 4WD Tours

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"

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.

Hop aboard a UTV for an adventure 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. Keep an eye out for wildlife: All sorts of animals live in the area, from coyotes and deer to bobcats and rabbits.

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.

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.

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.

When visiting the Scottsdale or Phoenix area, this is an exciting off-road/racing styled adventure in Arizona's Sonoran Desert you won't want to miss! With a guide, drive through some of the finest off-road trails, washes, and hillsides aboard a sand buggy for an adrenaline-filled adventure.

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 AR-15 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-passenger ATVs for ages 18+. To book multi-passenger vehicles for this tour, search for our "3-Hour UTV and Shooting Combo."

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.

Join us for an unforgettable adventure to Antelope Canyon, one of Arizona's most breathtaking natural wonders. Located just outside Phoenix, this stunning canyon is famous for its surreal rock formations, mesmerizing light beams, and breathtaking photography opportunities. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the natural beauty of Antelope Canyon.

Escape Phoenix and journey through Arizona’s most diverse landscapes on this full-day adventure to Page. Travel from desert terrain to the alpine beauty of Flagstaff, including a scenic stop at Buffalo Park, known for its sweeping views of the San Francisco Peaks. Continue to iconic landmarks including Cameron Trading Post, Glen Canyon Dam Overlook, Toadstool Hoodoos Trail, and the unforgettable sunset at Horseshoe Bend.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

Get ready to embark on an adventure through the Sonoran desert just outside of Phoenix! On this adventure you will get the exhilarating thrill of conquering challenging terrain in our air conditioned jeeps. We will travel up and down through a canyon full of breathtaking panoramic views. We will have numerous stops along the way so you can get the perfect photos, take in the views, and learn about the desert plants and wildlife. The adventure culminates in watching our beautiful and infamous Arizona sunsets.

Check off two adventure experiences in one time-saving outing, all thanks to this half-day Phoenix ride-and-shoot outing, hosted right in the Sonoran Desert. Get out in nature and off-road when you travel aboard a utility-task vehicle (UTV). Then, round out the experience with time at a shooting range, hosted by a certified instructor.

Board our Custom Jeep Gladiator and head ten minutes North into Tonto National Forest for off-road slow-crawl through Rackensack Canyon. Your expert desert guide will identify unique plants of the rugged Upper Sonoran Desert along with discussion of the Canyon's Ancient Indian Ruins. You then climb 900 vertical feet over 1.5 miles into Chaparral Vegetation zone with breathtaking views at 4500 foot elevation summit. The short ride to the top can be a bit dusty & bouncy but is also exhilarating fun with entertaining narration and educational photo stops along trail. At the Rammed Earth, Mountain Top Studio you will enjoy complimentary snacks with free time to relax on patio while taking in jaw dropping vistas or try your hand at Steer Head Roping, Cornhole and Horseshoes before return trip to Civilization.

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 ATV Training Session 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 ATV Tour.

Join our private tour from Phoenix to discover the breathtaking beauty of Wupatki and Sunset Crater National Monuments. Explore the ancient ruins of the Sinagua people at Wupatki, featuring stunning red-rock outcroppings and remarkably preserved walls. Visit Sunset Crater, a unique cinder cone volcano with a rich history and stunning scenery. Enjoy a personalized experience with expert guides, comfortable transportation, and small group sizes. Highlights: - Ancient Wupatki ruins with over 100 rooms - Sunset Crater's unique volcanic landscape - Expert guides and personalized experience - Small group sizes for a more intimate tour

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.