Scottsdale's Ultimate UTV Desert Safari: Breathtaking Thrills!
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Looking for one of the best things to do in Scottsdale? Desert Dog Offroad, just minutes from Scottsdale, has been offering guided offroad adventure tours in the Sonoran Desert for over 27 years! Explore the closest desert trails to Scottsdale in your very own 2026 Trail Sport UTV while an expert local guide leads the way. This is a smile-a-second Scottsdale adventure across some of Arizona’s most exciting terrain. At the midway point, we’ll stop for water and snacks (provided), and drivers and passengers can swap to keep the fun going. Along the tour, you’ll discover the unique flora and fauna of the Sonoran Desert. Desert Dog Offroad provides everything you need—buggies, helmets, gators, water, and snacks. You just bring your sense of adventure and get ready for an authentic Scottsdale desert experience. Whether you’re visiting for a family vacation, bachelorette party or corporate adventure, this is one of the most exciting and accessible off-road tours near Scottsdale.
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5 stars
Reviews by Tripadvisor travelers
I7448YCallanf, 3/2/2026 10:15:31 PM
Michelle was great over the phone getting us signed up and answering questions. Ryan was great during instructions and handling the trail ride. Thank you!
U2822VFra, 2/21/2026 11:49:47 PM
This was by far a memory I’ll remember forever. Riding in the middle of the desert with my best friend was something I’ll cherish as I go back to Miami. Special thanks to Mike for being so kind, informative and helpful! He helped make this a great experience for the both of us. Cannot recommend this enough! Thank you again!
Marcy_M, 2/12/2026 4:05:21 PM
We took the 4:00 trip. The temperature was perfect. We were hopeful for an awesome sunset but or course the clouds did not cooperate. Our guide was great. Ryan shared all kinds of facts with us about the desert and took us on a fun tour of the desert. We had a blast.
frankmL3750KE, 2/8/2026 10:29:38 AM
Amazing tour guide with cool facts about the desert trails, sick and awesome views as well. The buggies were so much fun!
Doneshia B, 2/6/2026 12:07:14 PM
My husband and I had so much fun! We had a great time riding…Mike was an outstanding tour guide. He was very hospitable with a good sense of humor. We plan to participate again upon our return to Arizona.
Scott_C, 1/27/2026 11:23:08 AM
They should know that we haven’t rode wheelers in 25 years so there was some anxiety but after the safety talk and how to follow each other and how to operate the vehicles was very fun my wife ended up having to drive cause I had a reason I could not and my wife drove like a champ when I sent my daughter a picture of it her response to it was no way and I had as much fun not driving watching her tear it up thanks to our guide Ryan and the info he shared with us that we did not know some of it about Cactus some of it about mines and rock up by 4 Peaks would highly recommend going with Desert Dog there machines were newer seats were so comfortable, they give you a helmet with a clear visor on it to protect your eyes and your sunglasses you also get a face cover for the dust.,don’t hesitate go have some fun.
89donv, 1/20/2026 10:46:27 AM
Excellent guide, lots of fun information about the area! Nice machines, good trails, beautiful area.
Vacationer598742, 1/19/2026 8:12:38 AM
Fun, dusty, beautiful views and well run!
Kim_E, 1/18/2026 10:30:19 AM
We just enjoyed this experience on Jan. 16, 2026 while we were in Phoenix for our sons’s club volleyball tournament. It was better than we could ever have imagined-Chris was a fabulous tour guide, teaching us about the area and its history. The dune buggies were amazing to drive! Our 17 year old had more fun with this than driving ATV’s in Honduras last summer. We highly recommend this tour-sunset was beautiful!
zachgW8220AQ, 1/17/2026 10:10:42 PM
5 stars isn’t enough for these guys. Enjoyed it. My first time in the desert and glad I got to use these guys
- 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
- Must have valid Drivers License to drive.
- Transportation can be arranged for an additional fee. Uber and Lyft are not recommended. Call for details.
- Weight restriction per buggy is 400 pounds
- Tour runs rain or shine
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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. Please call the office to arrange transportation. Uber and Lyft are not recommended.Return details
Looking for one of the best things to do in Scottsdale? Desert Dog Offroad, just minutes from Scottsdale, has been offering guided offroad adventure tours in the Sonoran Desert for over 27 years! Explore the closest desert trails to Scottsdale in your very own 2026 Trail Sport UTV while an expert local guide leads the way. This is a smile-a-second Scottsdale adventure across some of Arizona’s most exciting terrain. At the midway point, we’ll stop for water and snacks (provided), and drivers and passengers can swap to keep the fun going. Along the tour, you’ll discover the unique flora and fauna of the Sonoran Desert. Desert Dog Offroad provides everything you need—buggies, helmets, gators, water, and snacks. You just bring your sense of adventure and get ready for an authentic Scottsdale desert experience. Whether you’re visiting for a family vacation, bachelorette party or corporate adventure, this is one of the most exciting and accessible off-road tours near Scottsdale.No redemption information available
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