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

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Desert Dog Offroad Sand Buggy Adventure — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 30 people
People per booking: 1–30
Guide: English
Operated by: Desert Dog Offroad Adventures

Ages: Adults (8–99 years)

What is included

Included

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

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Tonto National Forest

2 hours

The beautiful Sonoran Desert awaits as your clipping along in a 400cc, 2 seated Sand Buggy. This is no boring ATV tour! Rock gardens, desert washes and water crossing awaits. Adrenaline junkies wanted!
Lake Saguaro

Passing by

Views of Saguaro Lake can be seen on this tour.
Stop 3

Passing by

Four Peaks Mountain Range can be viewed from this tour.
Stop 4

Passing by

Your off-road experience will be taking you thru The Sonoran Desert which is the only desert where The Saguaro Cactus grows.
Salt River

Passing by

When in the rainy season there may be river crossing on the trail.
Sonoran Desert National Monument

Passing by

Experience The Sonoran Desert as you off-road in Tonto National Forest.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

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.

End point

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.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

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