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Beginner/Int Riders Private Solo Sonoran Desert 1.5 Hour Mountain Bike Adventure

Beginner/Int Riders Private Solo Sonoran Desert 1.5 Hour Mountain Bike Adventure

Overview

This tour is unique because it is a solo, private tour with you and your guide one on one. We will not add anyone to this tour. Safe, fun and all about the ride.

City: Scottsdale

Sun 23 Feb

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Starting at $270.00

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Sun 23 Feb

Starting at $270.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

PEDAL REQUESTS ARE AVAILABLE. SPD, EGG BEATER, CRANK BROS.

Full finger mountain bike gloves

We offer a variety of snacks on trail that are gluten free, vegan, vegetarian, non gmo and dairy free, kosher as well.

Helmet for safety

sunscreen

Wild Bunch Desert Guides bike specific water bottles included.

2019 Mountain Bike

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Face masks provided for travellers
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons

What To Expect

McDowell Sonoran Preserve

True, beautiful Sonoran Desert scenary. Beautiful Sonoran Desert flora and fauna.

Cancellation Policy

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

Traveler Photos

Reviews (4)

adventuresofbink

Dec 2021

I had the opportunity to take a private mountain biking tour with Wild Bunch Desert Guides in October 2021. Coordinating my tour details was a breeze with Laurel at the helm. I received all of my details with my confirmation in an email with my guide's name, where I would be able to find him and the trailhead location. They did also offer transportation but I was traveling by car, regardless, so I opted to meet him there. The details in the email also went over what the tour included as far as snacks and gear. There were, of course, all of the details regarding Covid-19, health and safety guidelines and cancellation information. On the morning of the tour I arrived 15 minutes early as advised and found Don, my guide, quickly because of Laurel's details. He was amped and excited for the day and the tour. We spoke about my previous mountain biking experience, or lack thereof and what our loose plan was for the day. I had previously notified Laurel that I had minimal experience and would probably fall into the beginner category. Don provided me with a souvenir water bottle, a day pack to hold my personal belongings/items during the tour, a helmet, full finger gloves and a hard tail mountain bike. He had me ride the bike up and down the parking lot access road to make sure it felt comfortable and to familiarize myself with the brakes. I looped around and felt confident with the bike as it was. Don loaded up and lead me down the spur trail. He pointed out trail features and possible obstacles as well as guided me on how to handle them when it came to my body and pedal positions. After the one steep uphill climb we hit the ground "biking" and were cruising around the sandy curves of the park. Along the way Don pointed out natural features, names of rock formations and provided plenty of desert facts, as well as dad jokes. He was so upbeat and happy about the entire area I smiled the entire tour. He was happy with my bike handling and took me on a bit of a more difficult trail as we continued through the park. He'd stop occasionally to capture my photo while riding and even got a couple of videos, too. We parked our bikes and took a break atop a rock formation and he showed me the more difficult trails that climb and hop down the boulders. After our break we hit the trail again, at a faster pace which he had me set. He was encouraging as I was making my way up a slick, pebble-covered climb, I didn't make it up without stopping while I was trying to heed his directions. He asked if I wanted to give it an additional shot, heck yes! He told me how to approach the climb and how much speed I needed to hit the base with, he verbally guided me around the obstacles and cheered as I made it up and over it. We cruised back to the parking lot, Don capturing video of me as we rode. Back at the van we chatted about the great ride and he let me know he considered me almost an intermediate rider :) He was kind, the trip went off without a hitch and the communication pre and post tour was perfect. I was also able to obtain my photos through their website! Overall, there was nothing better I could have expected.

Response from Host

Dec 2021

Thank you so much for this awesome review. I am always greatful when guests take time to write long ones to hit every angle of my small business. This is one of the best written ones and we appreciate you so much for all the detail. Your welcome for a great day out there with Don - it's what we do. I sincerely appreciate this so much. Take care and we will see you again. I appreciate you, Laurel

Matt C

Jun 2021

Solo tour was fantastic! Jay (and Dan - shadowing for the day) were great...knowledgeable of the trails and desert fauna. Mindful of the pacing and even received a couple tips to improve my ride. Frequent stops for picturesque views and trails for all different experience levels of mountain biking...Great communication with Laurel pre and post trip...all items provided as stated and Covid guidelines in place...Recommend!

Response from Host

Jun 2021

Thank you Matt so much for choosing Wild Bunch Desert Guides for your mountain biking adventure. We are so glad you came out and had an awesome adventure with us. We want to make sure everyone has the time of their life and we are glad we were able to hit all of your expectations. Thank you for choosing my small business. Sincerely, Laurel

Jennifer G

Apr 2021

Thank you Laurel and Matt for the pretty last minute scheduling of a private mountain bike tour for our son! He loved it and we were so glad he got to experience it!

Response from Host

May 2021

Jennifer, Thank you for taking the time to write this review. The trend this year is last minute so thank you for thinking of us. I appreciate the kind words and we hope to have you back again soon. Very sincerely, Laurel