Experience one of the top-rated outdoor activities in Scottsdale with Desert Dog Offroad! For over 27 years, we’ve been Scottsdale’s go-to choice for unforgettable Sonoran Desert off-road tours. Located just minutes from Scottsdale we offer the closest desert trails in The National Forest. Climb into your own 2026 UTV Trail Sport UTV and follow your expert guide across rugged desert terrain. You’ll conquer rock gardens, sandy washes and desert canyons, while surrounded by incredible views of the Arizona desert. This is adventure tourism in Scottsdale at its best! Halfway through the tour, we’ll stop for water and snacks (provided), and drivers and passengers can swap. Along the way, your guide will share fascinating details about the flora and fauna of the Sonoran Desert. We provide everything—buggies, helmets, gators, water, and snacks. You just bring your sense of adventure and discover why we’ve been voted one of the best tours in Scottsdale year after year.
Reviews
Reviews and Rating (Tripadvisor)
5 stars
Reviews by Tripadvisor travelers
Q8304EDbretts, 2/8/2026 4:30:19 PM
I highly recommend Desert Dog! Our guide was Mike and he was really great. He was kind and funny but also very clear about what he needed from us to create a fun and safe outing. I’m a pretty aggressive driver and the speed was just right. Fast enough that you had to stay focused and got to enjoy the machine but not so fast as to be scared. Everything about the outing exceeded our expectations!!
mikehG4812UQ, 2/1/2026 7:20:41 PM
We had a wonderful time! It was a great way to see some amazing sights. Our tour guide, Mike, was friendly, knowledgeable and very professional! We highly recommend this company!!
Camper34709656177, 1/31/2026 10:44:54 AM
What an amazing experience! If you get the chance to do any off-road adventure this is the one you need to choose. Mike was an amazing guide. He made sure everyone was having fun and safe. The sunset ride was absolutely beautiful.
H4606TIsophied, 1/30/2026 10:42:31 PM
The best experience ever!! Mike was a great tour guide! Beautiful views!! 10/10! The desert was a super cool thing to see.
khusbup2026, 1/25/2026 4:17:37 PM
My Boyfriend and I had an absolute blast on the ATV desert sunset tour! The ride itself was a lot of fun and the desert views at sunset were stunning. Our tour guide, Mike, was fantastic—super friendly, knowledgeable, and made sure everyone felt comfortable and had a great time. He really made the experience even better. Highly recommend this tour if you’re looking for something fun and memorable to do in the the Pheonix /Scottsdale area!
Christopher M, 1/9/2026 8:34:10 PM
Mike was a great guide. He drove safely and quickly and we all followed having a ball. Learned a lot about the desert at the break. Awesome time
D9553ZFashleyc, 1/7/2026 11:02:28 AM
Our dune buggy experience in Arizona was absolutely unforgettable! Steve and Parker were fantastic guides—friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about what they do. They made us feel safe while still keeping the ride exciting and full of adventure. The desert views were stunning, and the whole experience was well organized from start to finish. I can’t recommend this enough for anyone looking for fun, excitement, and great people to share it with!!
Richard_T, 1/4/2026 11:27:55 AM
It was very fun, so nice to pilot brand new machinery that takes the bumps pretty good! They split us up into smaller groups which was nice, the views were amazing and so was our guide. Definitely recommend.
Max K, 12/31/2025 9:27:57 PM
Ryan was our guide and it was fantastic. Great tour, his insights into the dessert and all of the things we pasted was a huge added benefit. I would highly recommend it.
taytum0, 12/29/2025 10:09:52 PM
Really fun and totally worth it!! Ryan was an excellent tour guide and he was very knowledgeable! The views were awesome and overall a really fun time for everyone!
- 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
- Transportation can be arranged for an additional fee. Uber and Lyft are not recommended. Call for details.
- Must have valid Drivers License to drive.
- Must be 8 years old to be a passenger
- Weight restrictions per buggy is 400 pounds
- Tour runs rain or shine
Departure point
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.Return details
Experience one of the top-rated outdoor activities in Scottsdale with Desert Dog Offroad! For over 27 years, we’ve been Scottsdale’s go-to choice for unforgettable Sonoran Desert off-road tours. Located just minutes from Scottsdale we offer the closest desert trails in The National Forest. Climb into your own 2026 UTV Trail Sport UTV and follow your expert guide across rugged desert terrain. You’ll conquer rock gardens, sandy washes and desert canyons, while surrounded by incredible views of the Arizona desert. This is adventure tourism in Scottsdale at its best! Halfway through the tour, we’ll stop for water and snacks (provided), and drivers and passengers can swap. Along the way, your guide will share fascinating details about the flora and fauna of the Sonoran Desert. We provide everything—buggies, helmets, gators, water, and snacks. You just bring your sense of adventure and discover why we’ve been voted one of the best tours in Scottsdale year after year.No redemption information available
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