Things are different in the desert. The sky is expansive, the stars are brilliant, and the sunsets will stop you in your tracks. Here, rugged mountains and iconic Saguaro cacti meet the "Valley of the Sun"—Arizona’s urban heart and America’s sunniest metropolis.
Boasting over 350 days of sunshine annually, the Phoenix and Scottsdale area is a premier destination for world-class resorts, inspired cuisine, and professional sports. But the real magic lies just beyond the city lights in the unexpectedly lush Sonoran Desert.
Situated in a landscape of jagged peaks and scenic rivers, the opportunities for outdoor exploration are endless. Whether you are seeking a peaceful desert escape or a heart-pumping challenge, our expert guides help you:
Climb Iconic Rocks: Scale the famous formations of Camelback Mountain and the McDowell Sonoran Preserve.
Hike Rugged Mountain Parks: Explore miles of scenic trails through vibrant desert flora.
Soar & Float: Experience the desert from above in a hot air balloon or drift down our scenic desert rivers.
Custom Itineraries: From half-day excursions to multi-day desert immersions.
Whatever your passion, the desert is calling. Let 360 Adventures lead the way.
Here are our recommendations for Valley adventures:
Arizona Canyoneering - Dry Canyons
This dry Arizona canyoneering adventure will have you hiking, rappelling, scrambling, and rock climbing through one of our spectacular slot canyon.
Duration: Full-Day
Arizona Canyoneering - Wet Canyons
Wet Arizona canyoneering is a wet adventure wonderland. You'll hike, wade, swim, scramble, rappel and maybe even cliff-jump through one of our amazing canyons.
Duration: Approximately 3-5 hours in the canyon.
Arizona Rock Climbing - Full Day
This guided full day rock Scottsdale, Arizona climbing adventure is intended for experienced climbers and/or groups 5+; we tailor each climb to your abilities.
Duration: 6+ hours
Arizona Rock Climbing - Half Day
These half-day guided Arizona rock climbing adventures in Scottsdale are tailored to you (and your group's) climbing abilities.
Duration: 3-4 hours
Beginner Outdoor Climbing Course
Learn foundational outdoor rock climbing skills in Arizona’s Sonoran Desert with expert guides.
Duration: 2 Full Days
Scottsdale & Phoenix Rappelling
Experience an exciting guided rappelling adventure in Phoenix with desert scenery, city views, and professional guides & equimpent.
Duration: 3-hours
Scottsdale Desert Singletrack: Guided Mountain Bike Tour
These thrilling, guided mountain bike tours in the deserts outside Scottsdale are perfect for any rider—beginner to advanced.
Duration: Approximately 3 hours.
Guided Scottsdale Road Biking
Ride Scottsdale roads with expert guides on customized road biking tours, featuring scenic routes, challenging climbs, and high-performance equipment.
Duration: 2.5–3 hours.
Old Town Scottsdale & Waterways E-Bike
Explore Old Town Scottsdale, canal paths, and scenic greenbelts on a guided pedal-assist e-bike tour with local stories, photo stops, and easy riding.
Duration: Approximately 2–2.5 hours.
Camelback Mountain Summit Hike
Summit Camelback Mountain with a local guide on a very strenuous 3–4 hour hike via Echo Canyon or Cholla Trailhead.
Duration: 3–4 hours
Hidden Valley Adventure: Fat Man’s Pass & Petroglyphs Hike
Hike South Mountain’s Hidden Valley, exploring Fat Man’s Pass, caves, petroglyphs, and scenic viewpoints with an expert guide.
Duration: 3–4 hours of on-trail time.
Scottsdale Sunrise & Sunset Desert Hikes
Start or end your day with a guided hike in Scottsdale’s Sonoran Desert. Enjoy breathtaking sunrise or sunset views with expert guides.
Duration: Approximately 2–3 hours.
Arizona Mountaintop Helicopter Landing
Touch down atop a remote Arizona mountain for breathtaking views and unforgettable photos on this private helicopter adventure.
Duration: Approximately 45 minutes.
City Lights Helicopter Flights in Scottsdale
Soar above Phoenix and Scottsdale at night on a romantic helicopter flight, admiring the breathtaking city lights after sunset. This is perfect for couples!
Duration: 30 Minutes
Desert Lakes Helicopter Flight
Fly over Arizona’s stunning desert landscapes on a 40-minute helicopter adventure featuring mountains, lakes, and historic landmarks.
Duration: 40 Minutes
Fountain Hills Helicopter Flight
Soar above Fountain Hills on a scenic helicopter flight, enjoying stunning desert landscapes and unforgettable aerial views of Arizona.
Duration: 30 minutes.
Grand Canyon South Rim Ground & Helicopter Tour
Guided Grand Canyon South Rim day tour from Phoenix/Scottsdale with luxury ground transportation and a 45-minute helicopter flight over the canyon.
Duration: Full day (approx. 12–13 hours)
Phoenix Balloon Flight - Evening
Float over the Sonoran Desert in the cooler evening hours for panoramic views, wildlife spotting, and a celebratory champagne toast with gourmet treats after landing.
Duration: Flight time is approximately 60 minutes (adjustments may be required due to weather conditions).
Phoenix Balloon Flight - Morning
Float above the Sonoran Desert in the morning for 360° views, wildlife spotting, and a post-flight champagne or cider toast with a seasonal continental breakfast.
Duration: Flight - 60 minutes; approx. 3 hours total tour time.
Scottsdale Highlights Helicopter Flight
Lift off from Scottsdale Airpark for a quick scenic helicopter tour over Camelback Mountain and Paradise Valley’s luxury neighborhoods, estates, and golf courses.
Duration: 15 minutes
Scottsdale Sunset Helicopter Flight
Experience a breathtaking Scottsdale sunset helicopter tour. Soar over historic Arizona landscapes and stunning desert beauty.
Duration: 30 Minutes
Spring Training Helicopter Tours
Soar above Arizona's Cactus League Spring Training. Witness your favorite MLB teams like the Diamondbacks, Cubs or Rockies from a thrilling helicopter perspective!
Duration: Flight times range from 45-90 minutes
Apache Trail Tour from Phoenix & Scottsdale
Apache Trail tour from Phoenix/Scottsdale with Goldfield, Tortilla Flat, and a 90-minute Dolly Steamboat cruise on Canyon Lake.
Duration: Approximately 8–9 hours
Grand Canyon Day Tour with Sedona
Discover the Grand Canyon and Sedona on a guided day tour from Phoenix, featuring stunning vistas, expert narration, and unforgettable experiences.
Duration: Full day - approximately 12 hours.
Grand Canyon Express- From Phoenix & Scottsdale
Full‑day Grand Canyon South Rim tour from Phoenix & Scottsdale with scenic Route 66 drive, expert guides, and iconic canyon viewpoints.
Duration: Full day - approximately 12 hours.
Grand Canyon South Rim Ground & Helicopter Tour
Guided Grand Canyon South Rim day tour from Phoenix/Scottsdale with luxury ground transportation and a 45-minute helicopter flight over the canyon.
Duration: Full day (approx. 12–13 hours)
Off-Road 4x4 Blazer Tour
Hit rugged desert terrain on a military 4x4 Blazer tour through breathtaking Sonoran landscapes near Scottsdale & Phoenix
Duration: Approximately 3.5–4 hours.
Scottsdale Hummer Tour - Advanced
Conquer extreme Sonoran Desert terrain in a military-grade Hummer H1. Professional guides navigate steep, rugged trails for an adrenaline-packed Scottsdale off-road adventure.
Duration: 3-4 Hours
Scottsdale Margarita & Taco Tour
Discover Scottsdale's best margaritas and tacos on a guided walking tour through Old Town. Sample authentic Southwest flavors while exploring local hotspots with insider guides.
Duration: 3-hours
Scottsdale Wine or Beer Tour
Discover Scottsdale's wine and craft beer scene on a luxury cart tour. Visit three handpicked venues, enjoy tastings and appetizers, and explore Old Town with local guides.Duration: 3-Hours
Sonoran Desert ATV Tour
Ride deep into the Sonoran Desert on a guided ATV adventure featuring rugged trails, desert scenery, and fun off-road terrain beyond the pavement.
Duration: 2-hours on the trail
Sonoran Desert Dune Buggy Tour
Grab a friend and rip across the Sonoran Desert in a powerful 800cc dune buggy, tackling sandy washes and twisty canyons with epic scenery.
Duration: 2-hours
Sonoran Desert Hummer Tour
Explore 20 miles of rugged Sonoran Desert in a military-grade Hummer H1 with expert guides and thrilling terrain.
Duration: Approx. 3-4 hours.
Sonoran Desert Jeep Adventure
Ride a rugged Jeep into the Sonoran Desert for wildlife, legends, and local history with an expert naturalist guide, shade, and cold drinks.
Duration: Approx. 3 hours.
Sonoran Desert UTV Adventure
Explore rugged Sonoran Desert trails in a high-performance UTV with a pro guide, scenic viewpoints, and fun terrain in the Tonto National Forest.
Duration: Approximately 2 hours of on-trail time.
Scottsdale Margarita & Taco Tour
Discover Scottsdale's best margaritas and tacos on a guided walking tour through Old Town. Sample authentic Southwest flavors while exploring local hotspots with insider guides.
Duration: 3-hours
Scottsdale Wine or Beer Tour
Discover Scottsdale's wine and craft beer scene on a luxury cart tour. Visit three handpicked venues, enjoy tastings and appetizers, and explore Old Town with local guides.Duration: 3-Hours
Tempe Craft Beer Adventure
Explore Tempe’s craft beer scene with guided tastings, local breweries, and a fun, flavorful tour through Arizona’s brewing culture.
Duration: 4.5 hours
Arizona Canyoneering - Wet Canyons
Wet Arizona canyoneering is a wet adventure wonderland. You'll hike, wade, swim, scramble, rappel and maybe even cliff-jump through one of our amazing canyons.
Duration: Approximately 3-5 hours in the canyon.
Guided Salt River SUP Adventures
Explore Arizona’s Salt River on a guided stand-up paddle board tour. Enjoy stunning desert views and watch for wild horses!
Duration: Approximately 2–3 hours.
Saguaro Lake Paddle Board Adventures
Discover Arizona’s desert beauty from the water on a guided stand-up paddle board tour. Perfect for all skill levels!
Duration: Approximately 2–3 hours.
Saguaro Lake Scenic Kayak Tour
Kayak scenic Saguaro Lake on a relaxing guided tour. Enjoy stunning desert views and learn about the importance of water in Arizona.
Duration: Approximately 1.5–2.5 hours on the water.
Salt River Kayaking: Scenic Desert Float & Wildlife Experience
Looking to cool off? Enjoy a guided Scottsdale & Phoenix kayaking tour on the Salt River. See a new side of the desert and watch for wild horses!
Duration: Approximately 2–3 hours on the water.
Salt River Scenic Rafting Tour
Float the Salt River through Tonto National Forest, spotting wild horses and bald eagles while enjoying Arizona’s stunning desert-water contrast.
Duration: Approximately 1.5–2 hours on the water, depending on water flow.
1. Scottsdale Bachelor & Bachelorette Adventure: Green Tier
Experience the desert without the grind. This adventure offers effortless Scottsdale bachelor and bachelorette adventures—from Jeep tours to balloon flights—paired with an epicurean food tour. A relaxed, scenic, and professionally curated celebration
Duration: Full day
2. Scottsdale Bachelor & Bachelorette Adventure: Blue Tier
Elite Scottsdale bachelor & bachelorette day: hiking, UTV/ATV, kayaking, SUP or e-bike tours, then luxury food, wine, beer & spirits tastings—no bar crawl.
Duration: Full Day
3. Scottsdale Bachelor & Bachelorette Adventure: Black Diamond Tier
Black Diamond Scottsdale bachelor & bachelorette: challenging hikes, mountain biking, rock climbing, rappelling or canyoneering options—then luxury food, wine & spirits tastings. Elevated, not messy.
Duration: Full day
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