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Home/Destinations/Phoenix/Phoenix desert adventure
Desert adventure · Phoenix itinerary

Phoenix Desert Adventure: The Best Itinerary

Phoenix is a hub for desert thrills. Here is how to explore them — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Balloon
  2. 2ATV
  3. 3Antelope Canyon
  4. 4Hiking

The sky

A sunrise balloon flight.

The dunes

Off-road ATV riding.

The canyons

Antelope Canyon and trails.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Phoenix — prices per person.

Desert Off-Road UTV Tour, 2 hours, 2 people per vehicle
Scottsdale
Desert Off-Road UTV Tour, 2 hours, 2 people per vehicle
5.0(1,673)·2 hours
from$179/ person
via Viator
2 Day: Grand Canyon, Antelope Canyon, Horseshoe Bend, Zion Tour
Las Vegas
2 Day: Grand Canyon, Antelope Canyon, Horseshoe Bend, Zion Tour
5.0(807)·2 days
from$400/ person
via Viator
Balloon flight + Grotto breakfast + Pyramids tour from Mexico City
−7%
Mexico City
Balloon flight + Grotto breakfast + Pyramids tour from Mexico City
5.0(731)·7–8 hours
from$113$121/ person
via Viator
Desert Off-Road UTV Tour, 2 hours, 2 people per vehicle
Scottsdale
Desert Off-Road UTV Tour, 2 hours, 2 people per vehicle
5.0(410)·2 hours
from$179/ person
via Viator
Secret Antelope Canyon & Horseshoe Bend Tour
Page
Secret Antelope Canyon & Horseshoe Bend Tour
5.0(456)·2h 30min
from$156/ person
via Viator
Hot Air Balloon Flight in Teotihuacan at Sunrise All-Inclusive
−5%
Central Mexico
Hot Air Balloon Flight in Teotihuacan at Sunrise All-Inclusive
5.0(119)·9 hours
from$122$130/ person
via Viator
Scottsdale & Phoenix 2 Hour Desert Guided ATV Tour
Scottsdale
Scottsdale & Phoenix 2 Hour Desert Guided ATV Tour
5.0(500)·2 hours
from$235/ person
via Viator
Antelope Canyon Photo Boating Excursion 2 hours
Page
Antelope Canyon Photo Boating Excursion 2 hours
5.0(238)·2 hours
from$199/ person
via Viator

Phoenix desert adventure — FAQ

What is the best adventure tour in Phoenix?
A Sonoran Desert ATV ride and a sunrise hot-air balloon flight are the top adventures.
Can you visit Antelope Canyon on an adventure trip?
Yes — long day tours reach Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend near Page.
Is the Sonoran Desert good for adventure?
Yes — it offers ATV riding, ballooning, hiking and rafting.

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