Phoenix Adventures
Perfect experiences to add to your Grand Canyon adventure.
Unique Experiences
Balloons / UTVs / Shooting / ect.
(very little hiking/walking)
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Sunset Balloon Ride
Phoenix Hotel Pickup
Take to the skies with a hot air balloon ride over the stunning Sonoran Desert! Glide past Camelback Mountain and Downtown Phoenix before landing for a gourmet desert feast. Celebrate with a traditional Balloonists Ceremony and savor fine cuisine.
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Guided UTV Desert Tour
Meet in New River (Phx suburb)
Gear up for a wild off-road adventure through the Sonoran Desert in a Kawasaki Teryx UTV! Tackle rugged trails, cross the Aqua Fria River, and explore the Bradshaw Mountains. Enjoy safety training, desert tales, and jaw-dropping views!
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Black Ops Experience
Phoenix
Gear up for a black ops adventure in Phoenix with real-deal military tactics! Led by former military instructors, you'll suit up with tactical gear, body armor, and a laser-equipped AR-15. Clear rooms, breach doors, and tackle targets!
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Apache Trail & Dolly Steamboat
Phoenix hotel pickup
Embark on a narrated 90-minute Dolly Steamboat cruise across Canyon Lake, surrounded by stunning desert scenery. Explore Tortilla Flat, a quirky town of just six folks, then stroll through the Sonoran Desert as your guide unveils secrets of the areas flora and fauna.
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A Day in the Old West
Horseback Ride & Cowboy Lunch
Saddle up for an 8-hour Wild West adventure! Ride the trails on horseback, then try archery, axe throwing, and calf wrangling. Relish a hearty cowboy lunch, complete with hotel pickup and drop-off. Morning or afternoon start. Channel your inner frontier spirit!
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1880's Gold Mine
Carefree (North Phoenix)
Venture into the Wild West on this Historic Gold Mine Jeep Adventure! Explore Arizona’s rugged desert, visit ancient ruins, and step into a 19th-century gold mine. Enjoy scenic photo stops, expert narration, and refreshments at the summit. Ride in style with our custom, weatherized Jeep Gladiator!
Vehicle Tours
Sedone / Jerome / Antelope Canyon / and more
(very little hiking/walking)
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Sedona Day Trip
Phoenix Hotel Pickup
Immerse yourself in Sedona’s red rock splendor on this intimate 10-hour tour from Phoenix. Visit landmarks like Bell Rock, Tlaquepaque Arts Village, and Chapel of the Holy Cross. With small groups, a friendly guide, and hotel pickup.
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Vortex to Vineyards
Sedona & Verde Valley Wineries
Embark on a Sedona adventure exploring iconic red rocks like Bell Rock and Cathedral Rock, plus a visit to the Chapel of the Holy Cross and a world-famous vortex. Savor award-winning wineries with a personal charcuterie platter and VIP-style!
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Antelope Canyon Day Trip
Phoenix Hotel Pickup
Travel scenic Route 66 past Flagstaff’s peaks, Lake Powell, and a Navajo Trading Post. Explore Antelope Canyon with a Navajo guide, marvel at Horseshoe Bend, and enjoy included breakfast, lunch, and small-group camaraderie!
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Sedona's Devil's Bridge
Bell Rock & Chapel of the Holy Cross
Embark on a Sedona car tour from Phoenix, journeying through the stunning Sonoran Desert to Devil's Bridge, Bell Rock, and Courthouse Butte. Explore Sedona's Uptown charm, visit the iconic Chapel of the Holy Cross, and pay respects at the 9/11 Memorial, all in one magical day!
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Tombstone & Bisbee
With Old West Show
Embark on a scenic drive to Tombstone, “the town too tough to die,” with stops at Saguaro National Park’s iconic cactus fields. Enjoy Tombstone’s historic charm, a staged gunfight, and lunch before visiting Bisbee, a restored copper mining town nestled in the mountains.
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Haunted Jerome
Brew & Wine Tour
From Scottsdale to Jerome, once the "wickedest town in the West." Unearth its mining-era tales of miners, bootleggers, and gamblers turned artisans and shopkeepers. Stroll Jerome’s lively streets, savor local flavors, then wine or beer tastings, including Tool’s Maynard Keenan's vineyard.
Air Tours
Tours including helicopter or airplane rides
(very little hiking/walking)
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Monument Valley
Air and Ground Tour
Take flight over Arizona’s splendor, soaring past Sedona, the Grand Canyon, and Lake Powell en route to Monument Valley. Land for a 4WD Navajo-guided tour through tribal lands, marvel at towering formations, and savor Navajo tacos before returning.
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Morning Hot Air Balloon
Hotel Pickup Option
Soar above the Sonoran Desert on a hot air balloon adventure from Phoenix! Bask in panoramic views, tranquility, and morning splendor, followed by a Champagne breakfast. Enjoy a one-hour flight with an experienced FAA-licensed pilot.
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Hot Air Balloon Sunrise
Glendale (West Phoenix)
Float into the sunrise above Phoenix's vast Sonoran Desert on a breathtaking hot-air balloon ride. Revel in 360-degree vistas of the desert's splendor, then celebrate your sky-high adventure with a Champagne toast. Includes transportation to and from the landing site.
Water Adventures
River Rafting & Kayaking
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Guided Kayaking Saguaro Lake
Mesa (East Phoenix)
Paddle through the stunning Saguaro Lake, where the desert kisses the water’s edge. With a safety orientation and paddling tips, your guide leads you to breathtaking views, perfect for beginners and pros alike. Experience Arizona’s serene beauty from the water!
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Salt River Whitewater Rafting
Half-Day
Embark on a thrilling whitewater rafting escapade along the Salt River’s majestic canyon. Begin with safety tips and paddling instructions before tackling class II and III rapids, where waves will drench and delight. Soak in stunning canyon scenery, then shuttle back with unforgettable views!
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Salt River Whitewater Rafting
Full-Day with Lunch
Gear up for a rip-roarin' whitewater adventure on the Salt River, nestled in a breathtaking canyon on the Fort Apache Reservation. Start with a quick safety briefing, tackle class II and III rapids that’ll soak you from hat to boots. Enjoy a mouthwaterin’ grilled steak and veggie lunch to boot!
Hiking Tours
Must self-drive to South Rim / Tusayan
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Sonoran Sunset or Sunrise Hike
Phoenix
Embark on a guided hike through the Sonoran Desert at sunrise or sunset, tailored to your skill level. Enjoy stunning vistas, expert guidance, snacks, water, and safety-first planning—perfect for explorers seekin’ an adventure without the desert’s dangers. A trailblazin’ experience awaits!
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Family Fun Guided Hike
Kids under 10 FREE!
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After Dark Desert Tour
Scottsdale
Embark on a 3-hour night tour from Scottsdale to the Arizona desert, far from city lights. Explore the starlit skies with telescopes, learn ancient navigation lore, and stroll under expert guidance with black lights and flashlights. Perfect for stargazing enthusiasts and curious explorers!
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Camelback Mt. Guided Hike
Phoenix
Conquer Phoenix’s iconic Camelback Mountain with expert Mad Desert Trekking guides. At 2,707 feet, summit for panoramic 360-degree views of the Sonoran Desert stretching 50 miles. This 3–4 hour hike includes pro guides, water, snacks, and gear. Experience Arizona’s best-known peak!
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Sonoran Desert Guided Hike
2 Hours
Join a local guide for a hike through the scenic Sonoran Desert. Ascend switchbacks for panoramic views of Phoenix, Scottsdale, Camelback Mountain, and beyond. Explore unique geological features, native plants, and wildlife, and marvel at desert vistas stretching over 40 miles.
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Desert Classic Guided Hike
Scottsdale
A breathtaking loop through the vast McDowell Sonoran Preserve, led by a certified guide. Ascend switchbacks to panoramic views of Phoenix, Scottsdale, and beyond. Discover unique desert flora, fauna, and dramatic geological features across 30,500 acres.
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