Top Scottsdale Nature and Wildlife Tours

Benefit from a full-day tour from Phoenix to Antelope Canyon to see more of Arizona’s natural beauty. Take in Route 66, Flagstaff, the San Francisco Peaks, Lake Powell, and a Navajo Trading Post on the way to Antelope Canyon. Then explore Antelope Canyon with a Navajo guide, and see the Colorado River from the Horseshoe Bend Overlook. Meals and hotel pickup and drop-off are included. Choose between a small-group or private tour.

Venture beyond the bustle of the city, and immerse yourself in the Sonoran Desert's rugged scenery, on this off-road Jeep tour from Scottsdale. After meeting your guide in the afternoon, hop aboard your Jeep and set off to discover local landmarks like Tonto National Forest and Pinnacle Peak Park. At your last stop, at a panoramic overview, you can watch the sun set over the saguaro cacti and desert landscapes.

Take a rip through the desert on four wheels. Your adventure guide knows all the best trails in the area and---after a safety orientation and quick lesson in ATV driving, you’ll be off on an adventure of your own. This tour is a great way to explore the vast Sonoran Desert and have fun with some new friends.

The rugged landscape of the Superstition Mountains is not easily conquered, but accessing the dry, cactus-laden desert trails is no problem if you’re riding in a Hummer H1. This extreme adventure gives you a serious adrenaline rush as your guide hurtles you down the Bulldog Canyon trail, enjoying the unspoiled beauty of the desert back country.

Ride a Segway through the Sonoroan desert's winter landscape on this 2-hour tour from Phoenix. Learn about the region's unique plant life, including the giant saguaro cactus, and enjoy the warm, dry, winter weather. No experience necessary, instruction will be provided.

Discover the stars above the desert of Arizona on a 3-hour walking tour at night that departs from Scottsdale. Get away from the light pollution of the city when you enter the desert, and learn from your guide about basic astronomy and ancient navigation traditions of local indigenous peoples. Telescopes and binoculars are provided for better viewing, along with black lights and flashlights for the walk.

Discover Arizona's historic Apache Trail on this half-day excursion. Join a private guide and hike through the Superstition Mountains, taking in the unique scenery and learning about the fauna and flora of the Sonoran Desert. Learn about the Apache tribe and the importance of the trail before heading to Goldfield Ghost Town and Tortilla Flat to conclude the tour.

Spend the day discovering Sedona's natural wonders, cultural attractions, and top landmarks—this all-inclusive tour from Scottsdale makes exploring easy. Following pickup from your Scottsdale-area hotel, travel north to Sedona, where you'll discover its red rocks topography, including highlights like Airport Mesa and the Chapel of the Holy Cross. You'll also have free time to discover the Tlaquepaque arts and shopping village, see uptown Sedona, enjoy a local lunch, and more.

Visit an iconic landmark in the Scottsdale Sonoran Preserve. See Geological features and well as flora and fauna that are unique to the Sonoran Desert. Amazing views of the McDowell Mountains and surrounding areas.

Tour the desert outside Phoenix in an extreme new way. This private tour gives you the use of a side by side off-road vehicle that seats up to four passengers. This isn’t just the road less traveled… go where there isn’t any road at all. Spend half the day going at your own pace, whether you are craving speed, or just looking for a new way to experience the desert.

Enjoy a new way to explore the rugged scenery of the Arizona desert on this small-group, half-day horseback riding tour. Depart in the morning from central Scottsdale (or your accommodation, upon request), and travel to the country estate in a luxurious Mercedes vehicle. Upon arrival, you'll tour the facilities, meet your horse, and get saddled up before heading into nature. Finish the excursion with lunch of your choice (additional expense).

You'll discover the Sonoran Desert from the unique perspective of our Tesla Model X luxury SUV tour vehicle, all while learning about the story of the amazing impact water has on our unique desert culture. How do Phoenix and Scottsdale exist in one of the harshest climates in the world? What is our responsibility to ensure the destination continues to thrive? We’ll unearth the answers to those questions and more as you learn about water conservation and management, sustainable best practices, and appreciation for our unique desert environment. In all the world, there's only one Sonoran Desert. Let's learn how to preserve it for generations to come!

Come with us as we take you on a safe guided hike onto Superstition Mountains. With its fame, fables and folklore we will lead you to the very mountain where the Lost Dutchman's Mine is hidden. The Sonoran Desert is filled with various wildlife as well as, a wealth of photo opportunities. Let us show you our approach towards photography and capture postcard quality photo's during your vacation.

If you’ve ever ridden an e-bike, you know how fun they can be. And if you’re new to the sport, there’s nowhere better to test the waters than the picturesque Arizona desert. Starting at the Sundial town center, set out on an adventure with a local guide. Cruise through the desert, learn about local flora and fauna, and get great photos and video along the way.