Things are different in the desert. The sky is bigger. The stars are brighter. The sunsets stop you in your tracks. We still have real cowboys and rugged mountains and the kind of cactus most people see only in cartoons. Projected against this rich backdrop is a panorama of urban sophistication: resorts and spas that drop jaws and soothe souls. Stadiums and arenas worthy of the world’s biggest sports spectacles. Restaurants with inspired cuisine and inspiring patio views. Golf courses that beckon players year round. Shopping centers as stylish and eclectic as the fashions they house.
This is the Valley of the Sun — Arizona’s urban heart and America’s sunniest metropolis. With over 350 days of sunshine annually, the Valley presents the perfect opportunity to venture outdoors. Situated in the heart of the unexpectedly lush Sonoran Desert, the opportunities for adventure are endless. Explore the area’s rugged mountain parks, climb its iconic rocks, soar above the desert landscape, and float down the scenic rivers. Whatever your passion, you’ll find it here!
Here are our recommendations for Valley adventures:
Arizona Canyoneering - Dry
This dry Arizona canyoneering adventure will have you hiking, rappelling, scrambling and sometimes rock climbing through one of our spectacular slot canyons (October thru March).
Duration: Approximately 3-5 hours in the canyon depending on group numbers and pace (not including transportation time).
Arizona Canyoneering - Wet
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. (April - September).
Duration: Approximately 3-5 hours in the canyon depending on group numbers and pace (not including transportation time).
Full-day Arizona Rock Climbing
This guided full day rock Scottsdale, Arizona climbing adventure is perfect for experienced climbers or larger groups; we tailor each climb to your abilities.
Duration: 6+ hours
Half-day Arizona Rock Climbing
These half-day guided Arizona rock climbing adventures in Scottsdale are perfect for beginners or advanced climbers; we tailor the routes to your abilities and preferences.
Duration: 3-4 hours
Intro to Outdoor Rock Climbing in Scottsdale
Want to learn more about outdoor rock climbing? This private class will "teach you the ropes". We teach you how to be a safe climber that's capable of following someone else up the rock.
Duration: Full day
Scottsdale & Phoenix Rappelling
Embark on an exhilarating adventure with us, mastering the art of rappelling. Learn fundamental techniques for safe descents while crafting unforgettable memories that will last a lifetime. Join in the thrill!
Duration: 3-4 hours
Private Guided Scottsdale Mountain Biking
These thrilling private, guided mountain bike tours in the deserts outside of Scottsdale are perfect for any rider - we'll tailor the ride to your abilities & preferences.
Duration: approximately 3 hours.
Private Mountain Biking — The Express Tour
This private guided mountain bike tour is designed for those who want to mountain bike, take in the Sonoran Desert and get it done quick. Do you just need a guide? We can do that as well.
Duration: Approximately 1.5 hours of "in-the-saddle" time.
Scottsdale Road Biking - Half Day
Guided road bike tours that are perfect for the avid cyclist, the visiting triathlete, or the casual road biker. We'll tailor these rides to your abilities and preferences.
Duration: Half Day - 3-3.5 hours
Sonoran Cruisin' Phoenix Bike Tour
Enjoy a relaxing bicycle tour through Phoenix's Sonoran Desert. This paved route cycling tour is perfect for those that don't want to ride off-road. This is perfect for families.
Duration: approximately 1.5 hours of "in-the-saddle" time.
Guided Scottsdale Sunrise & Sunset Hikes
Start or end your day with a guided hike in a classic Sonoran Desert setting while enjoying our spectacular sunrises or sunsets. They're real, and they're spectacular
Duration: approx. 2 hours of on-trail time.
Half-day Scottsdale & Phoenix Hiking
One of the best ways to enjoy any environment is by hiking; this half-day tour will get you just far enough into the desert to enjoy some serenity and sweeping views. Sunset hikes are available on long, warmer summer nights.
Duration: 2.5-3-hours of on-trail time.
Scottsdale Express Hike
This short guided hike is the perfect way to get some exercise and see the Sonoran Desert up close. Your guide will tailor the trail difficulty to your abilities & fitness level.
Duration: approx. 1.5 hours of on-trail time.
Arial Flight over Phoenix & Scottsdale
The Valley of the Sun is a sprawling metropolis situated in the middle of the vast Sonoran Desert. Get a feel for the size of our wonderful city from the air.
Duration: Approximately 45 minutes
Colors and Canyons (Van & Helicopter tour)
This guided scenic van tour will showcase all that is Arizona as you travel from Scottsdale & Phoenix to the Grand Canyon where you'll get to see the canyon from a helicopter.
Duration: Full day (approx. 12-13 hours)
Custom Arizona Helicopter Flight
Create your own custom helicopter flight. We can do private tours to the Grand Canyon and beyond. Are you staking a mining claim (yes, we've done that) we can help.
Duration: Custom
Desert Lakes Helicopter Flight
Highlights include Red Mountain, the Superstition Mountains, Weavers Needle, Salt River Canyon, Saguaro Lake, Canyon Lake, Four Peaks and the McDowell Mountains
Duration: 40 Minutes
Evening Balloon Flight
View the Sonoran Desert from the air as the sun goes down, complete with candlelight hors d'oeuvres and breath taking views.
Duration: Flight time is approximately 60 minutes (adjustments may be required due to weather conditions).
Fountain Hills Helicopter Flight
This Scottsdale based helicopter flight will take you over some of Arizona's iconic topography on your way to one of the world's tallest fountains.
Duration: Flight time is 30 minutes.
Morning Phoenix Balloon Flight
Leaving from Phoenix, take a hot air balloon ride over the majestic Sonoran Desert, complete with champagne brunch and breath taking views.
Duration: Flight time is approximately 60 minutes (adjustments may be required due to weather conditions); the entire experience is approximately 3 hours.
Night Helicopter Flights in Scottsdale
Come fly with us on a unique guided helicopter flight after the sun sinks below the horizon and we take to the sky to see the impressive luminance of the Phoenix city lights. This is a truly romantic flight for two!
Duration: 30 Minutes
Scottsdale & Paradise Valley Helicopter Flight
Fly over Paradise Valley’s impressive homes and green golf courses, then soar around Squaw Peak Mountain and famous Camelback Mountain, one of the most iconic locations in Phoenix.
Duration: 15 minutes
Spring Training Helicopter Fly-Over
Phoenix/Scottsdale is home to one of the greatest national pastimes - baseball's Spring Training. Tour the fields and watch your team's action from the air.
Duration: Flight times range from 45-90 minutes
Sunset Helicopter Flights in Scottsdale
Arizona is legendary for the stunning colors of the sun as it sets over the desert sky. Now you can capture the “magic hour” with a unique view from above. Whether you are looking for a romantic experience or a great photographic opportunity this is the flight for you. Departure times vary based on time of year.
Duration: 30 Minutes
Advanced Hummer Tour
This Phoenix-based adventure will test the limits of the Hummer while simultaneously showcasing the biologically diverse Sonoran Desert. Buckle up and hold on!
Duration: 3-4 Hours
Apache Trail Tour
The Apache Trail was originally a trade route used by (you guessed it), the Apaches. It winds through mountain passes and showcases some of the most dramatic landscapes Arizona has to offer. You'll quickly learn why the Apaches were able to hide from the calvary.
Duration: Half day - approx. 4 hours
Colors and Canyons (Van & Helicopter tour)
This guided scenic van tour will showcase all that is Arizona as you travel from Scottsdale & Phoenix to the Grand Canyon where you'll get to see the canyon from a helicopter.
Duration: Full day (approx. 12-13 hours)
Grand Canyon Day Tour with Sedona
This guided scenic road tour will take you from Phoenix or Scottsdale to the Grand Canyon, traveling through the ever-changing and diverse topography of Arizona.
Duration: Full day - approximately 12 hours.
Grand Canyon Express- From Phoenix & Scottsdale
Do you want to visit the Grand Canyon but don't want to spend time at other scenic attractions? This is the tour for you! Maximize your time at the Crown Jewel of the Natural Wonders of the World.
Duration: Full day - approximately 12 hours.
Off-Road 4x4 Blazer Tour
Are you an adventurer who wants to experience the Great Wide Open without getting rocked right out of your seat? Come experience the Sonoran Desert in a Chevy M1009 Blazer.
Duration: Approximately 3.5-4 hours
Private Guided Horseback Adventure
Wanna get away? Experience the best private horseback riding Phoenix has to offer. You'll also get to play cowboy games in an authentic Western town.
Duration: Riding time is about 1-1.5 hours, however the total duration depends on how long you play the cowboy games.
Scottsdale & Phoenix ATV Tour
An exhilarating guided ATV Tour in the Sonoran Desert is just minutes from Scottsdale & Phoenix. You'll rip around on an ATV as fast as you're willing to go - we promise, the guide will go faster.
Duration: Up to four hours, including transportation (approx. 2 hr trail time)
Scottsdale & Phoenix UTV Tour
Strap on your helmet for this heart-pounding, guided 4x4 tour of the Sonoran Desert just outside Phoenix & Scottsdale. This white-knuckle adventure will have you on an adrenaline high for the rest of the day.
Duration: Approximately 2 hours of on-trail time.
Scottsdale 4x4 Dune Buggy Tour
An exhilarating ATV/Dune-buggy tour in the Sonoran Desert is just minutes from Scottsdale & Phoenix. You'll rip around as fast as you're willing to go, but we promise — the guide will go faster.
Duration: approximately 2 hours on the trail
Scottsdale Desert Jeep Tour
Guided 4X4 Jeep tours of the Sonoran Desert run by trained naturalists. This is the perfect combination of adventure, nature and the Wild West. Suitable for kids and grandparents.
Duration: Approx. 4 hours, including transportation time.
Scottsdale Margarita & Taco Tour
This guided Scottsdale Foodie tour will showcase tastes of the Southwest; Your guides will lead you via a luxury cart and teach you about the 6 distinct discricts stopping at their favorite eateries.
Duration: 3-hours
Scottsdale Wine or Beer Tour
Cruise around Scottsdale in a luxury cart and visit some of the best wine or beer tasting rooms in town. You'll learn more about Scottsdale than any other tour.
Duration: 3-Hours
Sonoran Desert Hummer Tour
Experience the capabilities of the H1 Hummer as you explore rugged trails and roads in the Sonoran Desert under the shadow of the Four Peaks Wilderness.
Duration: Approx. 3-4 hours.
Sonoran Desert Stargazing Tour from Scottsdale
Witness the grandeur of the Desert sky and attend a presentation by a professional Astronomer. Be careful though - you might end up wanting to buy a telescope.
Duration: Approximately 4 hours, including transportation
Scottsdale Margarita & Taco Tour
This guided Scottsdale Foodie tour will showcase tastes of the Southwest; Your guides will lead you via a luxury cart and teach you about the 6 distinct discricts stopping at their favorite eateries.
Duration: 3-hours
Scottsdale Wine or Beer Tour
Cruise around Scottsdale in a luxury cart and visit some of the best wine or beer tasting rooms in town. You'll learn more about Scottsdale than any other tour.
Duration: 3-Hours
Guided Phoenix & Scottsdale Rafting
Water in the desert is the most precious resource and it's not uncommon to see our native fauna on the shores where the water meets the land.
Duration: Approximately 1.5-2 hours on the water, depending on water flow
Lake Kayaking - Phoenix & Scottsdale
Enjoy this flat-water kayaking float as you investigate the shores of Saguaro Lake. It's amazing to see water in the desert and it's not rare to see wild animals.
Duration Approximately 1.5-2.5 hours on the water.
Lake Stand Up Paddle Boarding
The stand up paddleboard (SUP) tour is perfect for first-timers & beginners; taking place on the still waters of Saguaro Lake this is the perfect introduction to the sport.
Duration: Approximately 1.5-2 hours on the water; depends on group pace.
River Stand Up Paddle Boarding
This guided SUP tour will have you paddling along the scenic Salt River. Because water in the desert is the most valuable resource it's likely you'll see wildlife. Keep your eye out for wild horses!
Duration: Approximately 1.5-2 hours on the water
Scottsdale & Phoenix River Kayaking
Looking to cool off a bit - try our guided Scottsdale & Phoenix kayaking tour on the lower Salt River. See a new side of the desert and get some exercise. Look for wild horses!!
Duration: Approximately 2-3 hours on the water.
Phone: 480-722-0360
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