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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.
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.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Bottled water
Warm clothing (October - March)
Closed-toed shoes (no sandals)
Tour Guide gratuity - contactless gratuity available through Venmo
2,314 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
patricia B,
Apr 6, 2025
- Viator
What a great experience; Ed was awesome, his knowledge about the desert and the products it produced were wonderful to hear. His wit and sense of humour were great and the ride into the desert was bumpy and exciting. The company thought of everything including blankets and the ability to close up the jeep as the cold air was tough at some points. Wonderful trip highly recommend.
Leslie S,
Mar 27, 2025
- Viator
Our tour guide was great-informative and fun! We enjoyed the trip and had a lot of fun! Very pretty sunset!
Eric L,
Feb 22, 2025
- Viator
Ed was a first rate guide. Highly recommend. Engaging, hands-on, and highly-knowledgeable and informative.
Savanna V,
Jan 1, 2025
- Viator
Worth every penny! Beautiful views, funny and knowledgeable guide, and a little thrill! Jon gave a great tour and amazing experience! Definitely check it out if you're in the area!
juan c,
Dec 26, 2024
- Viator
Super experience!!! Our tour Guide was fantastic . Great view , amazing sunset , all my family was really happy!!!
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