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

4.8(221)2 hFree cancellationBy Desert Dog Offroad Adventures

About this activity

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.

What's included

✓Bottled water
✓Photos
✓Snacks
✓Gators
✓Fuel
✓Helmet
✓Professional Guide
✓ATV Sand Buggy

Not included

✕Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Refer to Maps and Directions page on outfitters website. You will receive a text with directions. Arrive 15 minutes before the tour begins. Guides can not wait if you are late. No refunds for no shows. Please call the office to arrange transportation. Uber and Lyft are not recommended.

Good to know

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.
Weight restriction per buggy is 400 pounds
Tour runs rain or shine

Cancellation policy

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

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