Guided Off-Road Adventures · Since 1997
Arizona ATV & UTV tours
Drive your own 800cc sand buggy across exclusive Sonoran Desert trails no other outfitter can reach, with an expert guide leading every turn. No experience needed, and the closest real off-road trails to Scottsdale and Phoenix.
- Guiding since 1997
- You drive · no experience needed
- 4.9★ from 1,700+ riders
- From $150 / person
Why Desert Dog Offroad Adventures
Guiding the Arizona desert since 1997
Since 1997 we've held exclusive permits to ride Tonto National Forest trails that most Arizona tour companies simply can't reach: rocky canyons, sandy washes and saguaro-studded ridgelines. You drive your own machine the whole way while a CPR-certified guide leads the route and keeps it safe.
Exclusive trailsPermitted Tonto National Forest routes near Scottsdale & Phoenix.
You take the wheelSelf-drive 800cc buggies, swap driver & passenger mid-tour.
Everything includedGuide, safety gear, water, free photos & all trail permits.
4.9★ from 1,700+ ridersReal reviews on Google, TripAdvisor & Yelp since 1997.
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Arizona ATV & UTV tour at a glance
- Price
- $299 per 2-seat buggy ($150 per person) · VIP private from $349 · plus tax & fees
- Duration
- 2+ hours on the trail · 20 to 25 trail miles
- Days
- Open 7 days a week · morning and sunset departures
- Your buggy
- Only your party rides in your buggy, never paired with strangers
- You drive
- Yes, no experience needed
- Ages
- Drive 16+ (valid license) · Ride 8+
- Where
- Sonoran Desert / Tonto National Forest near Scottsdale & Phoenix
- Included
- Expert guide, safety gear, water & snacks, free photos, all trail permits
Good to Know
Arizona ATV tour FAQs
What riders across the Valley ask before they book.
Where in Arizona do you run ATV tours?
We ride exclusive Tonto National Forest trails in the Sonoran Desert just outside Scottsdale and Phoenix, the closest real off-road trails to the Valley, about 45 minutes from Old Town Scottsdale and 50 from downtown Phoenix. See our Phoenix and Scottsdale pages for details.
What is the difference between an ATV, a UTV and a sand buggy?
On our tours you drive a 2-seat side-by-side (a UTV / sand buggy), you sit side by side, buckle in, and steer with a wheel like a car. It’s easier and more comfortable than a straddle-style quad ATV, and no experience is needed.
Are these guided ATV tours, and can I find them near me?
Yes, every ride is a fully guided ATV tour: you drive your own buggy while an expert leads the route the whole way. Guests searching for guided ATV tours, four-wheeler tours or ATV adventure tours near them across the Valley ride with us because ours are the closest desert trails to Scottsdale, Phoenix, Mesa and Tempe. See ATV tours near me to find the nearest trailhead.
Do I need experience, and what are the age requirements?
No experience needed. Every tour opens with a full safety briefing and an expert guide leads the route. Drivers must be 16 or older with a valid license, and passengers must be at least 8 years old to ride.
How much do your Arizona ATV tours cost, and what’s included?
U-Drive tours start at $299 for a 2-seat buggy ($150 per person, or $199 for a single driver); VIP private tours from $349. Every ride includes your machine, an expert guide, all safety gear, water and snacks, free adventure photos and all trail permits. Check live availability & book.
What is your cancellation policy?
Cancellations are handled by phone and must be made at least 48 hours ahead for a refund, less a cancellation fee of $25 per buggy ($50 per buggy on private tours). Cancel within 48 hours for a 50% refund; within 24 hours, or a no-show, there is no refund. To cancel, call (480) 837-3966.
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Loved by riders
Rated 4.9 by riders since 1997
4.9Average rating
1,700+Verified reviews
27+Years on these trails
CPRCertified guides, every ride
Real, verified reviews across Google, TripAdvisor & Yelp
Book your adventureThe Real Desert
Scottsdale was one road in and one road out. We have run the backcountry beyond it since 1997, and we never left. The tour you book online shows you the postcard. Meet the real desert →