Sonoran Desert Jeep Tour
Overview
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2 hours
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Our rigorous Sonoran Desert Jeep Tour is a low-speed, bumpy sightseeing tour of the scenic Sonoran desert via the Tonto National Forest. Your professional tour guide, who is a certified off-road driver and the only driver throughout your Jeep tour, will teach you about the Sonoran desert flora and fauna on the most scenic trails in the Scottsdale area.
Vehicles used: Jeep YJ (7 seats).
Scottsdale Adventure Tours is a special recreation permit-holder through the U.S. Department of Agriculture: Cave Creek Ranger District and the U.S. Department of the Interior: Bureau of Land Management.
Be aware that there is an weight limit of 275 lbs per person
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 Jeeps.
From November to February, we strongly recommend warm clothing.
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. Ensure each guest in your party reads and understands the tour requirements. There will be no refunds issued to guests who fail to read and understand the health restrictions and requirements of this tour.
Children under the age of 8 must be in car seats. Car Seats are not provided.
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the scheduled tour. Tour leaves promptly.
No Neck Problems.
Not recommended for guests who easily get motion sickness.
Weight limit per seat: 275 pounds. Please contact our office 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 can be aggravated by a bumpy off-road ride through rough terrain.
Pregnant individuals are prohibited from participating in this high risk activity.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Tonto National Forest
The trailhead is located 15 minutes northeast of the Pinnacle Peak General Store. Off-Road Jeep Adventures is a commercial permit holder through the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Cave Creek Ranger District
Pinnacle Peak Park
Pinnacle Peak is a granite summit located in Scottsdale, Arizona.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Options
Sonoran Desert Jeep Tour
Reviews
917 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Afternoon desert tour with good friends
buzzring,,Jan 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was our second time taking friends from out of town on the desert tour. We did the sunset tour last time and the day tour this time. Both were very good. The sunset was nice for the evening views. We felt like the day tour was more informative and a little more relaxed as we were not trying to “time” the sunset views. Our guide Brian was exceptional.
Fabulous
Jeanette M,,Jan 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Alan the guide was amazing ! He was very knowledgeable! Any fitness can do the tour! I loved the Apple. Cider! You will love the desert and the sunset !
Highly recommended
janetsG776WB,,Jan 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic time and Brian was a wonderful tour guide!! He was super knowledgeable and interesting and made the experience great!
Beautiful and informative jeep tour
naomisharon123,,Jan 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were a group of 15 spanning 3 generations and everyone has a wonderful time. The tour was fun, informative and beautiful. Our guides, Allen and Caz, were very easygoing, knowledgeable and patient. We highly recommend!
Whitney was a fantastic guide!
C7708RQjenniferm,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Whitney was fantastic! Incredibly knowledgeable, lots of fun, and made our trip a blast!
Fun jeep tour
L8843KHmariad,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our cousin group had a great time on this jeep tour! It was about 2 hours, and so interesting to learn about the forest. Our guide Whitney was fantastic. Vibes were immaculate! I would definitely do this again.
Fun Time in the Desert
O8312YXmelissaa,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such a great experience! It was a fun ride with breathtaking views. Our guide, Whitney, was very knowledgeable and a joy!
Great Tour with Whitney
218deanat,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had so much fun on this tour! Whitney made sure we learned a lot and laughed a lot and she was an amazing photographer for us. She was a great guide!
Fun off roading through beautiful nature with an amazing guide
263eitanp,,Jan 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing time with a great guide. Saw some cool cacti, learned so stuff about the desert and the Native American tribes, and had fun bumping through the trails in the Jeep
Jeep tour in Scottsdale
WendyM68,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ed did a great job navigating the crazy dirt road into the Tonto National park For a gorgeous sunset. He was filled with lots of tidbits on the desert ! Highly recommend!
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