Sunset ATV/UTV Guided 2 Person Off-Road Tour Scottsdale
Description
Just minutes from Scottsdale, Desert Dog Offroad takes you on a one-of-a-kind sunset adventure in the Sonoran Desert. For more than 27 years, we’ve been Scottsdale’s longest-running off-road tour company, and our guided ATV/UTV U-Drive buggy tours in the Tonto National Forest are the perfect way to end your day in Arizona. Your adventure begins as the sun begins to fall behind the mountains, filling the desert sky with golden and fiery hues. Behind the wheel of your own ATV/UTV sand buggy, you’ll follow our expert guides across the winding desert trails. Along the way, our local guides share stories about the plants, wildlife, and secrets of the evening desert, making this more than just a ride—it’s an authentic Arizona experience. At the midway point, we’ll stop for water and snacks (provided), giving everyone a chance to swap drivers and soak up the stunning desert views. If you're looking for the best sunset tour in Scottsdale, see why Desert Dog Offroad delivers!
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The Sonoran Desert is a magical place where you will experience the flora and fauna of the desert. It is never the same and always unpredictable. The minimum amount of people to book this tour is 4 people.
Views of Saguaro Lake can be seen from this tour.
Four Peaks Mountain Range can be viewed from this tour.
Your off-road experience will be taking you thru The Sonoran Desert which is the only desert where The Saguaro Cactus grows.
When in the rainy season there may be river crossing on the trail.
Experience The Sonoran Desert as you off-road in Tonto National Forest.
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Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Tour runs rain or shine
- Must have valid Drivers License to drive.
- Must be 8 years or older to be a passenger
- Transportation can be arranged for a fee. Uber and Lyft are not recommended
Reviews(134)
Mike was an exceptional tour guide. He was incredibly knowledgeable, humorous, and professional. The photographs he took of us were truly remarkable. I highly recommend the Sunset Tour.
Thank you for the wonderful five star view! The sunset tour is magnificent and Mike is a great guide. Hope you get to visit with us again.
Thank you to Desert Dog Tours for a unique and enjoyable, off-road experience through the desert. We did not know what to expect, but this exceeded our expectations. Mike, our guide was professional, funny, kind, and knew so much information about the animals and Fana in the desert. If you are in doubt, I absolutely recommend booking with them!
Thank you for the wonderful five star review. We are so excited we exceeded your expectations! Hope you get to visit with us again!
I’ve never done anything like this before and was a bit nervous, but I had so much fun! Totally worth the money!
Thank you for the wonderful 5 star review and awesome recommendation!
We were all at the age of 70. Don’t let age stop you from experiencing this . Wear your sun glasses . Our buggy over heated but Parker , our guide was so good . Don’t panic
Thank you for the wonderful five star review! Parker will be delighted to hear you enjoyed the tour with him!
Had a great time. The guides were all super fun. Will defiantly recommend this adventure to everyone.
Thank you for the 5 star review!
This tour was an absolute highlight of my Bachelorette Trip to Scottsdale in April. Mike and his team were 10/10 on experience, photography, and everything in between. The views were unreal and it was exactly what I was looking for. We got lost getting there and they waited for us despite being late. I also wasn’t feeling the best and Mike still made sure I had the best experience possible, giving me the full Bride treatment. Will highly recommend this tour for anyone visiting the area!!
Thank you so much for the amazing review! We're honored that your Desert Dog Offroad adventure was a highlight of your Scottsdale bachelorette trip! Mike and the team love going the extra mile to make every experience special, and we're so glad they were able to make sure you had the full bride treatment despite the travel hiccups and not feeling your best. The Sonoran Desert truly provides some unforgettable views, and we're thrilled it was exactly the adventure you were looking for. We'll be sure to share your kind words with Mike and the team—they'll love hearing them! Thank you for recommending us to future visitors. We wish you all the best and hope you'll come back and ride with us again someday! 🏜️👰🚙💍✨🐾
Mike was our tour guide and it was a great experience!! It was so fun, the views we saw were beautiful, he provided snacks and water. I would still say bring a waterbottle or Gatorade or something. Defff an experience worth booking!!
Thank you for the 5 star review!
10000/10 Chris was wonderful he made the experience 10x times better. He made sure we were all safe and even took pics for us
Thank you for the wonderful 5 star review! Yes, Chris is Awesome! Hope you get to visit with us again!
We went on an off road sunset dessert side by side adventure. Wow, what a blast! Three side by sides, driven by three couples, followed our guide, Don, on a 2 hour drive into the desert. We hit most every type of terrain you can think of - it was so fun. We stopped twice, and the last stop was at sunset. Just gorgeous! I had never driven a side by side off road like that. If you like thrills, this is your adventure. Don was an incredible guide - patient with novices like us, kind, and trustworthy. TIPS: you get dirty on this adventure in the ATVs, Use the bathroom before you get to the adventure.
Thank you for the awesome review! We’re so glad you had such a blast out on the sunset tour with Don. Nothing beats exploring the Sonoran Desert, tackling all kinds of terrain, and finishing the adventure with a beautiful Arizona sunset. We love hearing that first-time side-by-side drivers felt comfortable and confident throughout the ride. Don will definitely appreciate the kind words! And those are great tips too — the desert definitely likes to leave its mark with a little dust and adventure! Thanks again for choosing Desert Dog Offroad for your Scottsdale off-road experience. We’d love to have you back for another ride soon!
We went on an off road sunset dessert side by side adventure. Wow, what a blast! Three side by sides, driven by three couples, followed our guide, Don, on a 2 hour drive into the desert. We hit every type of terrain you can think of - it was so fun. We stopped twice, and the last stop was at sunset. Just gorgeous! I had never driven a side by side off road like that. If you like thrills, this is your adventure. Don was an incredible guide - patient with novices like us, kind, and trustworthy. TIPS: you get dirty, pee before you get to the adventure.
Thank you for the fantastic review! We’re thrilled you and your group had such an unforgettable time exploring the Sonoran Desert with Don. From rocky trails to sandy washes and an incredible Scottsdale sunset, it sounds like you experienced the full off-road adventure! We love hearing that first-time drivers felt comfortable and had a blast behind the wheel. Don truly does an amazing job making every tour fun and memorable. And yes — getting a little dusty is all part of the adventure! Thanks for sharing the helpful tips for future riders too. We appreciate you choosing Desert Dog Offroad and hope to see you back in Arizona for another off-road tour soon!
