Skip to main content
Beyond Phoenix

Guided Arizona Desert Tour by ATV - Centipede Tour

Recommended by 95% of travelers
Badge of Excellence
Phoenix, USA
Trending
Booked 5+ times in 12 hours.
  • 2 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.8
·
· john_k ·
Jun 2026
Our guide JB gave us great direction and lead us on a really fun trail. Amazing views. Great time. I would recommend anyone to use this company. Well run outfit.
· JAMIE_T ·
Jun 2026
Amazing time !!! Amazing staff’! Plenty of cold water! Beautiful pictures! Felt safe and had so much fun!!

Overview

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.
  • Guided ATV tour, including plenty of riding time
  • Ride off-road through the Sonoran Desert
  • Helmets, goggles, and bottled water provided
  • Choice of several departures throughout the day

What's Included

  • Safety gear (helmet, goggles, face mask)
  • Bottled water
  • Professional guided group tour
  • 3-hours total, 2 hours of riding and training (1 hour for check-in)
  • Hotel pick-up and drop off
  • Guide Gratuities (optional)
  • No deposits. We hold your ID and credit/debit card during your rental.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Arizona Outdoor Fun Adventures & Tours - ATV / UTV Tours & Rentals
    61112 Black Canyon Fwy, New River, AZ 85087, USA

    Search “Arizona Outdoor Fun Tours and Adventures” to find us with GPS apps.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Your ATV tour starts from Rock Springs, a community located in Black Canyon City just north of Phoenix. Check-in with your guide for a safety briefing and training then slip on your helmet and goggles before setting off for the Bradshaw Mountains of the Sonoran Desert.

Travel past saguaro cacti and deep canyons carved by flash floods in the vast desert terrain. Ride off-road over rugged washes and cross creeks.

The ride offers scenic views of the Agua Fria River Valley, and includes plenty of stops to learn about the area from your guide. Hear anecdotes about the Native Americans who once farmed the unforgiving landscape; search for coyotes, bobcats, deer, rabbits, quail, and snakes.
1

Arizona Outdoor Fun Adventures & Tours

2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a strong physical fitness level
  • No skirts or dresses, no open-toed shoes
  • Must be 16+ years old to drive with a valid ID
  • A signed waiver will be required in order to participate
  • All minors must be accompanied by a parent
  • Must be 18+ years old to rent with a valid ID and credit or debit card
  • All guests must speak and understand English
  • For the best experience we recommend booking the early morning tour times, temps are cooler and group sizes are smaller
  • This option is for single-passenger ATVs for ages 16+.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers

Cancellation Policy

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

Traveler Photos

Gallery picture 1 (from a traveler's review)
Gallery picture 2 (from a traveler's review)
Gallery picture 3 (from a traveler's review)
Gallery picture 4 (from a traveler's review)
Gallery picture 5 (from a traveler's review)

Featured review

Mya_M
Our ATV tour was hands down one of the best experiences I’ve had! From start to finish, our guide made everything smooth, fun, and safe. They were super knowledgeable about the trails and scenery, pointing out cool spots and making sure everyone was comfortable no matter their experience level. What really stood out was their energy—they kept the vibe fun the entire time while still being professional and organized. If you were nervous at first, they made sure you felt confident before hitting the trails. The route itself was amazing, with beautiful views and just the right mix of adventure and excitement. If you’re thinking about booking an ATV tour, definitely ask for this guide—you won’t regret it! 10/10 experience, I’d absolutely do it again.

Reviews

4.8
based on 1,464 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Sort by: Most insightful

Most do

Ahmad_w, Jun 2026
Prepare to get dirty,def not a get cute excursion but omg the best atv/utv ive been on. Host BJ was a great tour guide,super friendly and hi energy

Lost in the Wilderness

Sandy_C, Jun 2026
ATV wasn't as easy I thought it would be, so we ended up in the car. That wasn't the issue.... we got lost in the course for roughly 25 - 30 minutes, because the guy in front of us couldn't keep up. Our guide didn't even check to make sure the we were all there. Some how we ended up on what I think was an advanced trail, and wasn't found till later. They should really consider posting signs for situations like this. We were completely blind out there.

Great Tour! Beautiful...

Jessica_T, Jun 2026
Great Tour! Beautiful views! Great guides who were welcoming! Lorenzo was very kind and informative!

Great ride

john_k, Jun 2026
Our guide JB gave us great direction and lead us on a really fun trail. Amazing views. Great time. I would recommend anyone to use this company. Well run outfit.

5 star

JAMIE_T, Jun 2026
Amazing time !!! Amazing staff’! Plenty of cold water! Beautiful pictures! Felt safe and had so much fun!!

Riding dirty

Crista_C, Jun 2026
The tour was guided by our amazing tour guide Lorenzo he was funny and informative. He kept everybody safe as the trails on some parts were challenging but he took us to places to take pictures and gave us water he was our photographer would definitely book again

First solo adventure

Jutatip_N, May 2026
New experience was great, that is my 1st for ATV here. So glad to have experienced with them and others

Guided centipede tour

Katie_W, May 2026
This was a 10/10 experience . Our guides were amazing we attended the 6am tour on 5/24 .. so glad we picked the 6am the temperature was perfect . Our guides were so knowledgeable helpful as well as encouraging . We are already talking about our next experience here next time we come back !

If you haven’t, you SHOULD. Not now, but RIGHT NOW.

Jermaine_W, May 2026
First off, amazing experience, amazing teachers, and amazing atmosphere altogether. I would return to do this 1000 times over. Take my MONEY ! lol.

Fun & Adventurous

Kenosha_G, May 2026
Amazing! Just do it especially if you're nervous. It's not as bad as you think, although it's a bumpy ride with lots of hills!

Fun in the Arizona desert

Donald, May 2026
Alex our guide was great. Very knowledgeable about the trail also the local plants and animals as well. This is a must do activity. Don't miss the chance to come and ATV, UTV, or do one of there combo adventures. Their ride and shoot combo seems interesting. That will have to be my next adventure with them.

Flawless

esosa_a, May 2026
A perfect experience For first timers I recommend the guided I don’t have a single complaint, I absolutely enjoyed my time

Unbelievable Scenery

Terri_M, May 2026
It was extremely fun! Great scenery and picture taking opportunities. They also offered lots of water!!

Our guide was named...

kevin_f, May 2026
Our guide was named Chris. Very nice guy and knowledgeable about the area and made the tour fun would def recommend this and ask for Chris

Although this starts off...

Chris_B, May 2026
Although this starts off slow with the tutorial and test track, the actual trails are great! Our guide Matt was attentive and gave us good information about the desert and surrounding areas. If you have like a controlled sense of danger or just want to do something different from shopping and eating, I recommend doing this.

Great experience for the Aunties!

Kim_B, Apr 2026
Wear clothes you don’t mind getting dusted. Get ready for bumpy roads and twists and turns and it is a blast.

Greatest tour

Thornton_W, Apr 2026
It’s was the best tour ever . I rode the UTV with CHRIS D… SUPER GREAT …. RECOMMEND to anyone coming out to AZ

Great Experience

Mya_M, Apr 2026
Our ATV tour was hands down one of the best experiences I’ve had! From start to finish, our guide made everything smooth, fun, and safe. They were super knowledgeable about the trails and scenery, pointing out cool spots and making sure everyone was comfortable no matter their experience level. What really stood out was their energy—they kept the vibe fun the entire time while still being professional and organized. If you were nervous at first, they made sure you felt confident before hitting the trails. The route itself was amazing, with beautiful views and just the right mix of adventure and excitement. If you’re thinking about booking an ATV tour, definitely ask for this guide—you won’t regret it! 10/10 experience, I’d absolutely do it again.

Fun Times ATV/UTV Riding

Deirdre_B, Apr 2026
We did UTV trail riding today with our friends. Our guide "Matt" was amazing; he was able to answer any question the entire group had. The ride was fun, a bit thrilling, for sure dusty, but that even made it more of an adventure. We even saw a donkey (two donkeys that were hiding by a campsite).

Prompt fast service excellent customer support and organization and expertise of equipment orientation was very helpful

James_R, Apr 2026
It's great staffing are friendly, fresh air always good service excellent prices are exceptionally good compared to other entities

You can take your kids...

Brian_N, Apr 2026
You can take your kids under 16 but you have to take a utv. You have to pay a seat charge for each kid.

Such a fun day

Kathleen_C, Apr 2026
This was super fun and well organized. We opted for the UTVs and were so glad we did. Highly recommend.

Great experience. I loved...

veridiana_s, Apr 2026
Great experience. I loved it. And Mayton is the best guide ever. He is sooooo patient. Thanks Mayton... 💜👍

Exciting and Exhilarating Trail Ride

Shawn_C, Apr 2026
Dusty, but fun, safe, and exhilarating. Great activity for a family that includes children in their upper teens / early 20's. Tour guides were friendly, energetic, and knowledgable.

great

Kimora_W, Apr 2026
very great service and very nice people !!! have a great time. Would come back again i loved the views

I had an incredible...

Tiashia_R, Apr 2026
I had an incredible experience with AZ Outdoor Fun and Adventure Tours! From start to finish, everything was well-organized, professional, and genuinely fun. The staff was friendly and made sure everyone felt comfortable and confident before heading out on the ATVs. They gave clear instructions and safety guidance, which made the ride enjoyable even for beginners.

Cheehooo

Kaung_S, Mar 2026
Hella nice. Be careful its really adventurous but dangerous . I would do it again but i saw a lot of people.

Just do it… you will love it!

Sherie_O, Mar 2026
An unforgettable experience with expert, friendly guides who prioritized safety while ensuring maximum fun. The equipment was top-notch, the UTV’s were thrilling, and the scenery was breathtaking. Their priority besides safety was to make sure we had the best time ever!

Adventurous

Karon_L, Mar 2026
It was great. The views was amazing. Didn’t realize how high we’d be going. I was nervous in the beginning but I really enjoyed myself.

See the Desert up close

Lisa_S, Mar 2026
This is a great way to see the desert up close and personal. You’re able to ride in the Sonorian Desert and it’s unfiltered. My guide was German and he was great, patient, and knowledgeable. Great outdoor adventure.

From $107.74

per person

up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

Book ahead!
On average, this is booked 19 days in advance.

Compare Similar Experiences

1 / 3
Current
Guided Arizona Desert Tour by ATV - Centipede Tour


2 hours
Free Cancellation
From
$107.74
Guided Arizona Desert Tour by UTV - Centipede Tour


2 hours
Free Cancellation
From
$107.74
3-Hour ATV and Shooting Combo


3 hours
Free Cancellation
From
$229.84
ATV Training Session


1 hour
Free Cancellation
From
$57.49