Scottsdale ATV or UTV 2 Person Guided Sand Buggy Off Road Tour

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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   Tonto National Forest

   2 hours

   The beautiful Sonoran Desert awaits as your clipping along in a 400cc, 2 seated Sand Buggy. This is no boring ATV tour! Rock gardens, desert washes and water crossing awaits. Adrenaline junkies wanted!

2. 2

   Lake Saguaro

   Pass by

   Views of Saguaro Lake can be seen on this tour.

3. 3

   Stop 3

   Pass by

   Four Peaks Mountain Range can be viewed from this tour.

4. 4

   Stop 4

   Pass by

   Your off-road experience will be taking you thru The Sonoran Desert which is the only desert where The Saguaro Cactus grows.

5. 5

   Salt River

   Pass by

   When in the rainy season there may be river crossing on the trail.

6. 6

   Sonoran Desert National Monument

   Pass by

   Experience The Sonoran Desert as you off-road in Tonto National Forest.

• 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.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.