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Sonoran Desert Jeep Tour at Sunset

Overview
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.

City: Scottsdale
Sun 11 May
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Starting at $180.00
Sun 11 May
Starting at $180.00
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What's Included
Bottled water
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 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.
What To Expect
1
Tonto National Forest
Our permitted Tonto National Forest trails are connected to North Scottsdale, Arizona. The trailhead is located 15 minutes northeast of our operations office.
2
Pinnacle Peak Park
Pinnacle Peak is a scenic 3,169 foot granite summit located in North Scottsdale, Arizona
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Reviews (1000)
charliefN5599KI
Mar 2025
Ed was an amazing driver and very pleasant to be around. Very fun trip and was happy to have such a fun and outgoing tour guide.
K1996UCwillf
Mar 2025
We had Ed Mitchell as our tour guide and he was fantastic. The views and taking the bumps hard was so fun and would recommend
347addies
Mar 2025
Whitney is an amazing tour guide and had a perfect playlist to accompany the experience. 10/10 would recommend Ps. She’s great at taking pictures!

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