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
940 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The tour is boring, I...
Mohan P,Apr 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour is boring, I give 3 star The tour guide was very good, I give 5 star to her. I will not recommend on friends .
Exceeded all expectations - my family of 4 learned so much and had a blast
jessicagM6798LX,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jay was EXCELLENT! We lucked out and got a private family tour with him (we didn't book private but numbers just worked out that way) and we learned so much. It was me, my husband and two girls (11 and 8). Going into it I was wondering if the cost was going to be worth it, and the tour exceeded all expectations. We learned about scottsdale, the desert, cactus plants and so much more. We also got some incredible family pics which will probably be our next holiday card. Thank you SO MUCH!
Adventurous Jeep Tour
A559CMsusand,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Whitney was an amazing driver & tour guide. Very knowledgeable!!
Highlight of our trip
claudiaoZ8983FP,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was the highlight of our trip! Family of four, two kids under age 10. Brian was incredibly accommodating, fun, knowledgeable and fantastic with the kids. You could tell he loves what he does! We were so lucky to have him as our guide. I felt he went above and beyond. I would book again and I would request Brian because he was absolutely fabulous! The tour itself was fun to ride on the jeep and the views once at the plateau were incredible!
Family fun in the desert
garymC7563RT,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very educational and great guide. Had a lot of fun with our kids. Plateau lookout was beautiful
Awesome Experience!
GrandTour731926,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00David, our guide, was absolutely fabulous. He was so knowledgeable and friendly the entire tour and both of my boys and husband really enjoyed chatting with him. You could tell he really enjoyed giving tours and sharing all of his knowledge about Arizona, the wildlife, the plants, etc. I also loved the fact they took photos of our crew. As a mom, you never get a lot of family photos on vacation. (IYKYK!) Would highly recommend this to anyone (as long as you can handle some bumps!) and would highly recommend David!
Scottsdale highlight
Margaret B,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00David was a fantastic guide who was very knowledgeable about the plants, wildlife and sights on our tour. He welcomed our questions and was engaging with every one in the group. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting the Scottsdale area.
Memorable. Educational. Beautiful.
D792BCstevend,Mar 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00David is the best. Had a great time with him.
Great time!
sydsilm,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Brian was awesome! Great experience! Ten out of ten, recommend!
Awesome tour!
marynW6950UV,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide Brian was awesome! Very personable and interacted with us throughout, he even took photos for us. When you book this tour, ask for Brian!
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