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Sonoran Desert Jeep Tour

Overview
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
City: Scottsdale
Wed 04 Mar
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Starting at $210.00
Wed 04 Mar
Starting at $210.00
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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 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.
  • 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.
What To Expect
1
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
2
Pinnacle Peak Park
Pinnacle Peak is a granite summit located in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Reviews (817)
rxr143
Mar 2025
Allen was an amazing tour guide. Our whole family enjoyed the experience. We saw amazing views of the desert and learned a lot about the plant and wildlife. The off-road trekking was a highlight for us!
franknX475AK
Mar 2025
The desert tour was fun and educational. Our tour guide, Steve, was very knowledgeable and made this a highlight of our trip. I highly recommend the experience.
Abby K
Mar 2025
Ed gave me and my boyfriend Ryan the best experience! He went at a pace that was perfect for two people who get car sick, lol. He was so knowledgeable and genuinely a really cool dude. He also was nice enough to take some really good photos of us! If you get Ed to be your driver you’re in luck and I guarantee you’ll have a great time!!!

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