Phoenix, Arizona is surrounded by sun-scorched mountains, canyons, rock and desert – perfect for exploring in style on one of these top ATV tours.
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All-terrain vehicles are a thrilling way to explore the American Southwest’s remarkable, yet precarious, wild spaces. Follow exciting dirt tracks through the cacti-studded scrubland, dusty arroyos and rocky escarpments of the Sonoran Desert in vehicles robustly built to handle the challenging terrain. These top, guide-led tours around Phoenix, Arizona offer a range of locales, as well as the option to travel as a passenger or to get behind the wheel of the ATV yourself.
Sonoran Desert: Guided Self-Drive ATV/UTV Tour
Head into the Bradshaw mountains north of Phoenix for desert wildernesses and impressive views of the arid countryside on this guided tour. You can expect at least two hours out in this wilderness; plenty of time to possibly spot resident wildlife such as deer and rattlesnakes. Prices listed are for guided drives. For self-drive ATVs, the price is roughly double. You can choose between an ATV, aka quad bike, or the more robust UTV, which has more protective metal bars around passengers and often holds up to four people. Discounts are usually available on this tour for advanced bookings. From $206 per group (max 2 people).
Box Canyon and Pinal Mountains Half-Day ATV Tour
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The main benefits of a longer ATV tour near Phoenix are the opportunity to get deeper into the wilderness of the Sonoran Desert, to reach lesser-visited landmarks and get more experience for your money. But in addition to that, this tour covers 40 miles of dirt trails, stops by Native American petroglyphs, and an old waystation for stagecoaches that would pass through this hostile land. Box Canyon is a ravine to the southeast of Phoenix offering a perfect blend of arid landscapes, impressive rock formations and dilapidated old buildings to discover. From $235 per person.
ATV and Shooting Combo Tour
This 3-hour tour combines the thrills of riding an ATV with the challenge of a sharp-eyed session at a shooting range. You’ll begin with an exhilarating ATV ride through the rugged trails of the Sonoran Desert, soaking in the stunning scenery as you navigate the terrain. Then, head to a private shooting range where you’ll receive expert guidance from an NRA-Certified Instructor. Try your hand at a Glock 9mm and AK-47, with additional firearms available for upgrades. This half-day tour packs excitement, skill-building, and unforgettable memories into one all-action experience adventure. From $234 per person.