Sonoran Desert, Guided ATV/UTV 2 Person Sand Buggy Tour Phoenix

Recommended by 94% of travelers

Phoenix, USA

Great choice

5+ bookings last month.

2 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.8

· Mark_G ·

May 2025

Don our tour guide was awesome. His knowledge of the desert landscape was second to none. He put the safety of the tour front and center. I would highly recommend booking any outdoor adventure with Don

· Krystian_S ·

Oct 2025

we were originally supposed to take the morning ride, but the operator asked if we’d be willing to switch to the sunset tour…so glad we did! the views were gorgeous and our guides were so informative about the desert. they were patient, willing to take pictures, and overall made sure the experience was safe and enjoyable. be ready for the dust!!

Overview

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.

Easy to find departure point
Drive or ride your 2-person ATV
Keep costs down with this small group tour
Tour for around 2 hours, then the rest of the day is free

What's Included

Snacks
ATV Sand Buggy
helmets
Gators
Photos
Professional Guide
Bottled water
Fuel

Tips are not included. Please tip your guides.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

HFV4+RW Mesa
HFV4+RW2 Mesa, AZ, USA
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

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Tonto National Forest

2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Lake Saguaro (Pass By)

Four Peaks (Pass By)

Sonoran Desert (Pass By)

Salt River (Pass By)

Sonoran Desert National Monument (Pass By)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level

Transportation can be arranged for an additional fee. Uber and Lyft are not recommended. Call for details.
Must have valid Drivers License to drive.
Weight restrictions per buggy is 400 pounds
Tour runs rain or shine
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Krystian_S

Reviews

4.8

based on 17 reviews

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Nice family adventure.

Grant_B, Mar 2026

It was good - Mike was great. It was very dusty but the trail was fun. Could have more areas of going a bit faster - the size of your was good - only five quads plus leader - Only one water break - and we could have switched up who was in the quad behind the leader to share the dust.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thanks so much for riding with us and for the thoughtful feedback! We’re really glad to hear you had a fun time and that Mike made the experience great for your group — he loves sharing the desert with our guests. The trails we run are considered technical desert terrain, which means they have a lot of natural features like rocks, washes, and turns. Because of that, we keep speeds controlled to make sure everyone stays safe while still enjoying the adventure. The dust is definitely part of the Sonoran Desert experience, but we appreciate the suggestion about rotating positions in the lineup so everyone can share the lead spot. We’ll absolutely keep that in mind for future tours. We’re happy you enjoyed the smaller group size as well — keeping our tours limited helps create a more personal experience out on the trail. Thanks again for joining us, and we hope to have you back out riding with Desert Dog Offroad Adventures again soon! 🌵🏜️

We had a great time!! ...

Dana_T, Feb 2026

We had a great time!! Mike was fun and energetic and an excellent tour guide, He shared his knowledge of the desert and history of the mountains which we appreciated. 10our of 10 for entertainment!

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Thank you for the wonderful 5 star review and a 10/10!

Amazing Experience

Jaime_I, Jan 2026

This is our first time in Arizona. Mike made our experience so special. We were lucky that we had a beautiful afternoon/evening so we could enjoy the surroundings.

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Thank you for choosing Desert Dog Offroad Adventures for your first Arizona experience! 🌵 We’re so glad Mike made your tour special and that you had such a beautiful afternoon to enjoy the desert views. Hope to see you again on your next visit! 🌅🚙

fun ride in the desert!

Krystian_S, Oct 2025

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Thank you for the wonderful 5 star review! We are so happy you enjoyed the Sunset Adventure! The views are amazing!

Fabulous time!

Jeanne_A, Jul 2025

It was great. So much fun! And Mike, our guide was fabulous! The sunset was beautiful. I wonderful experience!

Response from Host, Jul 2025

Thank you for the fabulous review! We're so glad you had an awesome time with us out in the beautiful Sonoran Desert. Come back and ride with us again soon!

UTV excursion in Tonto National Forest

Mark_G, May 2025

Response from Host, May 2025

Thank you!

UTV Ride of a Lifetime

Judy_K, May 2025

The UTV ride in the Sonoran Desert was very fun! It was very windy during our UTV ride, but we had a blast cruising through the desert!

Response from Host, May 2025

Thank you!

A Christmas to remember

Nkemakonam_N, Dec 2024

Amazing experience. My kids and I had a blast. We will definitely do this again. ...................

Response from Host, Dec 2024

Thank you for the 5 star review of our ATV Sand Buggy Adventure! I love your title, " A Christmas to Remember". You're very welcome! Hope to see you again.

Do it once

Alexa_B, Nov 2024

Fun to do one time. Good content opportunity. Very shaky and dusty ride. Everyone in the group rides in a straight line and you have to follow very closely to the person in front of you. Overpriced for what it is, but also fun to experience once.

Response from Host, Nov 2024

Alexa, Thank you for your review. Our trails are the smoothest trails in The Sonoran Desert and groomed on a regular basis. Also, off-roading is dusty that's why we supply gators for you. And I agree it's a great content opportunity because of the magnificanet views!

Dirty and exciting ride!

Patricia_H, May 2024

The guides were great. Very informative and stressed safety. If I visit Arizona again, this will be #1 on my to do list again. Had a blast.

Response from Host, Jun 2024

Awesome! We look forward to seeing you again!

Lifetime memory

Patricia_L, Apr 2024

Enjoyed this experience with my daughter and granddaughters as part of my birthday celebration trip. Our guide was great - friendly, patient, helpful, informative and so knowledgeable. Desert Dog so accommodating to schedule us around the inclement weather. Sunset pictures to remember for a lifetime.

Response from Host, May 2024

What a wonderful Birthday Celebration! We are so happy to be part of your wonderful memory!

Awesome Experience

Thomas_L, May 2023

This was a great experience! Ryan was knowledgeable, fun, and safe. The ATVs were really cool and we learned a lot about the desert as well!

Response from Host, May 2023

Sweet review! Hope you get a chance to hit the trails with us again!

Best excursion in the desert!

Taylor_M, May 2023

We had THE best time exploring the desert. Our guides Aiden and Ryan were excellent. Worth every penny. Make this excursion a priority if traveling to the Phoenix/Scottsdale area. Be prepared to get dusty, but worth the fun!