Sonoran Desert Jeep Tour

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Scottsdale, USA

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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

What's Included

  • Bottled water

    Meeting Location

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    8711 East Pinnacle Peak Road
    Scottsdale, AZ 85255, USA

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    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
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    2 hours 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

    Pinnacle Peak Park (pass by)

    Pinnacle Peak is a granite summit located in Scottsdale, Arizona.
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    Reata Pass (pass by)

    Reata pass is the last standing buildings of an old western stage coach station from the 1880's.
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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Closed-toed shoes are mandatory.
    • This is a guide-led tour; guests will NOT be driving the Jeeps.

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Sonoran Desert Jeep Tour?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (MST). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-199403P9

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    What's Included

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    • Bottled water

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • 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.
    • 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.
    • Children under the age of 8 must be in car seats. Car Seats are not provided.
    • Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the scheduled tour. Tour leaves promptly.
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 58 travelers

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    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.

    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (MST).
    • This adventure requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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