Sonoran Desert Jeep Tour at Sunset
Overview
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2 hours
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Our rigorous Sunset Desert Jeep Tour is a bumpy off-road sightseeing tour through the scenic Jeep trails of the Tonto National Forest, north of Scottsdale, Arizona.
Experience a world-famous Arizona sunset (weather dependent) as our professional tour guides teach you about the Sonoran desert flora, fauna, and Native American history. At sunset, we will stop at our panoramic lookout point overseeing the historic Great Western Trail.
This is a public tour (not private). Public tour vehicles: Modified open-air vertical-row (sideways) seating Jeep Gladiator (14 seats) and Jeep YJ (7 seats).
Total duration of this tour ranges from 2 to 3 hours depending on the time of year. Confirm the exact end time with your tour guide before the tour.
Scottsdale Adventure Tours is a special recreation permit-holder through the U.S. Department of Agriculture: Cave Creek Ranger District.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Closed-toed shoes are mandatory.
This is a guide-led tour; guests will NOT be driving the Jeep.
From November to February, bring a coat or jacket. The temperature will drop ~20 degrees after sunset.
Our bumpy off-road Jeep tours are low-speed, jarring rides through rough terrain. Please ensure that every guest in your party understands that this off-road tour is a low-speed, bumpy ride through rough terrain.
Please carefully review our list of health restrictions and requirements. Due to safety concerns, we are unable to accommodate guests who do not meet the tour requirements.
Pregnant individuals are prohibited from participating in this high risk activity.
No Neck Problems.
Not recommended for passengers who get motion sickness.
Weight limit per seat: 275 pounds. Please contact our office at least 24 hours before the tour to make special arrangements.
Must be physically able to climb a step ladder to enter the lifted Jeeps.
Not recommended for passengers with any condition that could be aggravated by a rough, bumpy, and jarring off-road Jeep tour.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Warm clothing (October - March)
Closed-toed shoes (no sandals)
Tour Guide gratuity - contactless gratuity available through Venmo
What To Expect
Tonto National Forest
Our permitted Tonto National Forest trails are connected to North Scottsdale, Arizona. The trailhead is located 15 minutes northeast of our operations office.
Pinnacle Peak Park
Pinnacle Peak is a scenic 3,169 foot granite summit located in North Scottsdale, Arizona
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Sunset Desert Jeep Tour
Reviews
2,521 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Beautiful sunset views!
Marya R,
Oct 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00Loved this tour, our tour guide was friendly and very informative. She shared with us her love of the land and delicious prickly pear margaritas. Highly recommend this tour!
Sunset jeep tour
Rich S,
Sep 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00It was absolutely beautiful! We had a great tour guide “killer” who was very knowledgeable about the local plants & animals. We highly recommend this company!
Killer experience in the desert!
Linda P,
Sep 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00We loved our sunset, off-road Jeep tour led by fun and informative Caz. We learned more about cacti than we could have imagined. We felt safe with her as our driver through the rugged desert terrain. At the plateau, we enjoyed a short hike and a refreshing drink of prickly pear, cactus lemonade. If you’re fortunate enough to get Caz, tell her Vanna says hi.
This was an excellent...
Catherine C,
Sep 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was an excellent tour. Our guide was very good and knowledgeable about the local customs and area. He was a great driver over the treacherous terrain. Beautiful sunset.
Tantalizing Day touring Tonto National Forest
Cathy D,
Sep 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our driver/tour guide was awesome! Whitney was witty and very knowledgeable! The views were beautiful and breathtaking! Whitney had cold water for us and a surprise frozen treat as well.
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