Top Scottsdale Outdoor Activities - page 2

Let’s Roam is the #1 app-led scavenger hunt company. Walk to all the best landmarks and hidden gems, answering trivia questions and solving challenges. Work with your team or compete against them, as you learn new facts and create memorable experiences. Let’s Roam Scavenger Hunts are great as an everyday activity, or for bachelorette parties, birthday parties, corporate team building events and more! Each player chooses an interactive role, with challenges varying by person.

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).

Hop on an electric bicycle for a leisurely and informative tour of Scottsdale. Known for its upscale vibe, spas, resorts, and golf courses, the city's surrounding natural beauty is equally impressive. This eight-mile morning ride is perfect for first-time visitors and getting acquainted with the city. A state-of-the-art earbud system allows you to hear your tour guide's safety instructions and historical narration.

Join a small group for a high country canyoning tour that takes you into the heart of Arizona’s natural wonders. Your guide might lead you through a pine forest, down rocks in a slippery wonderland, through the cool waters of natural pools, and rappelling down a 40-foot waterfall. This active tour is suitable for people with high levels of fitness, and includes the use of necessary equipment.

Try skydiving without the death-defying heights and high price-tag of jumping from an airplane! This indoor skydiving experience at iFly Phoenix simulates the adrenaline rush of a freefall in the safe and adjustable environment. Enter the state-of-the-art vertical wind tunnel and benefit from one-to-one assistance from your instructor as you master basic manoeuvres, soar high into the air, or (depending on your experience level) perform thrilling aerial stunts.

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.

Enjoy an active and adventurous way to explore some of the Sonoran Desert's most impressive scenery on this private, half-day mountain biking tour. Choose from multiple start times, from morning to afternoon, and make your way to the Scottsdale meeting point. After getting acquainted with your mountain bike, grab your helmet and gear and head off into the desert, past towering cacti and rolling mountains.

Explore Scottsdale from the seat of a comfortable and easy-to-use e-bike. Our location is near several biking trails to ensure a stress-free ride without cars or traffic. We offer top-of-the-line e-bikes with a battery range of 45 miles, belt-driven drivetrain for smooth riding, and excellent reliability. Put your cares aside and enjoy the beauty of Scottsdale.

Peddle through up to 20 miles of green parkland during this small-group e-bike tour of Scottsdale. Cover more sights in less time with a battery-powered assist, cruising through sights like Tempe Town Lake and Papago Park. Guided tours are capped at six people are include bottled water, helmets, and face guards.

Spend some time in the great outdoors and explore the Sonora Desert by mountain bike. Alongside a private guide, zip through the Valley of the Sun on two wheels and take in the beautiful views. No matter your riding experience or your age, this tour has something for everyone to enjoy.

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.

Discover some of Arizona’s most dramatic desert scenery—and get up close and personal with the sights—on this off-road Jeep excursion. Following morning or afternoon departure from Scottsdale, travel with your guide into the desert via Tonto National Forest, and head to highlights like Pinnacle Peak Park and the Verde River. As you go, your guide will point out the plant and animal species that call the region home.

The Spy Experience is a real-world adventure that was previously only available to military, police, and private investigators involved in real criminal and intelligence gathering operations. This training has been modified and condensed to provide citizens the same experience and to learn covert techniques and tactics at a basic level. These missions are not only fun, but provide participants real-world personal protection skills through learning counter-surveillance activities. This type of experience is found no where else. If you like escape rooms, this adventure brings it to a whole new level!

Get off the beaten track and explore the wonders of the Sonoran Desert by bike with this guided half-day ride through the Valley of the Sun. Pedal through the scenic McDowell Mountains along a trail selected to suit your skill level, covering more ground than on foot and taking in the unique flora and fauna of the McDowell Sonoran Preserve along the way.

Do something incredible when you visit Phoenix. This canyoneering experience will take you places most people never get to go, deep into the red rock canyons outside Scottsdale. This day long adventure takes you rappelling into pools of water, slipping down slides carved from the rock, and hiking short distances in the desert.

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. Your driver expertly navigates the rugged terrain in the off-road vehicle, crossing dirt, mud, water, and rock with ease.

Take a guided hike in Scottsdale’s Sonoran Preserve up to Tom’s Thumb, an iconic granite landmark. This is about a three hour hike, where your guide will take you through the desert, showing you the flora and fauna. You’ll see the saguaro cactus forest, and other amazing geological formations and beautiful views of Scottsdale.

Experience everything Scottsdale has to offer as we take you to see Scottsdale’s breathtaking scenery, numerous multi-million dollar art installations, Camelback Mountain, America’s Original Artwalk, and of course, The World Renowned Scottsdale Waterfront District. This tour also provides plenty of information about the historical background of Old Town Scottsdale and the western culture which still remains. Leave behind the stress of learning to ride a Segway and our professional tour guide will take you on one of the highest acclaimed and reviewed tours in the country! With more than 30 points of interest on this more than 10 mile route, you will walk away from the tour with several suggestions for local food, activities, and places to visit ensuring you experience Scottsdale and everything it has to offer.

Immerse yourself in the dramatic scenery of the Sonoran Desert, and get up close and personal with the sights when you explore on two wheels, on this private mountain biking tour. Pick between morning and afternoon tour times, and make your own way to the departure point in Scottsdale. After grabbing your mountain bike, helmet, and other gear, follow your guide into the desert, and learn all about its wildlife, history, and more.

Suitable for all experience levels, this private cycling journey lets you explore the Sonoran Desert by Marin Performance Hardtail Mountain Bike. Helmet, gloves, bottled water, and snacks are included, so you can simply show up and enjoy the ride. Get hands-on support from a medically-trained cycling guide. Tours are timed to coincide with the sunset, so sublime views are guaranteed.

Hiking the Superstition Mountains in the Sonoran Desert is no easy task, and many difficulties could arise if you try to go alone. Instead, book this Superstition Mountains Wilderness Hiking Private Tour and go with a guide who knows the routes well. A guide keeps you and your private group on route and shows you the best highlights of the area.

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.