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Where to Ride: the 15 Best Desert Quad Safaris in the USA

29 tours  ·  from $54 a head

The 15 best desert quad safaris in the USA you can book today, with what each costs per head, how long you are on the machine and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason, so start there.

Half-Day Mojave Desert ATV Tour from Las Vegas - The meeting point and ride to the staging area
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Half-Day Mojave Desert ATV Tour from Las Vegas

1.Half-Day Mojave Desert ATV Tour from Las Vegas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7,350 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $100Our pick

Leave the Strip for a 4-hour guided ATV outing near Lake Mead. You get about 1.5 hours on a private desert track, with an ATV, helmet, goggles, gloves, instruction, and round-trip transport. Guides such as Koby, Kurt, Casey, Alex, and Kenny are often praised for patient coaching and lively Nevada stories. Riders must be at least 18.

“No need to have experience they explain so well how to use the atvs and it was a great time very family friendly”

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Nellis Dunes ATV Tour from Las Vegas - What the ride itself feels like
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Nellis Dunes ATV Tour from Las Vegas

2.Nellis Dunes ATV Tour from Las Vegas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,967 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $95Best value

Leave the Las Vegas Strip for a guided ATV ride across the Nellis Dunes. You will receive safety instruction, ride your own single-rider ATV, stop for photos above the desert, and return by shuttle. Guides such as Harry, Kenny, Logan, Casey, and Micah help first-time riders get comfortable. Expect dust, heat, and a strict age limit of 18.

“Kurk and the team was very knowledgeable and Friendly.... They made the ride very comfortable for first time riders. Because of them ill be doing ATVing again. I 1000% recommend”

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Las Vegas Desert ATV Experience - Riding a 450cc ATV through sandy trails
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Las Vegas Desert ATV Experience

3.Las Vegas Desert ATV Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,358 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $109

Leave Mandalay Bay for a guided Mojave Desert ATV ride on sandy trails and canyon routes. You’ll learn the controls, complete safety training, and ride a 450cc ATV with guides such as Sierra, Nina, Ciara, and Brian. No experience or driver license is required, but you must be 18 or older, carry photo ID, and wear closed-toe shoes.

“It was unexpectedly more than great from the start , our guide was friendly and throw gave us a little bit history about Vegas on the way and the experience itself was breathtaking especially around sunset and after”

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3 Hour Guided TomCar ATV Experience in Sonoran Desert - Meeting near New River, north of Phoenix
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3 Hour Guided TomCar ATV Experience in Sonoran Desert

4.3 Hour Guided TomCar ATV Experience in Sonoran Desert

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,947 reviews · 3 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $236

Drive or ride in a four-seat military-grade Tomcar across the Sonoran Desert near New River, north of Phoenix. Guides such as Derek, Ken, Ross, and Jodi lead you over rocky climbs, downhill tracks, and smoother stretches, with stops to discuss plants, wildlife, and local history. Helmets, goggles, and dust gaiters are included.

“Great adventure! There were several spots along the way so everyone in our party had the opportunity to drive and look at landscape around us! Beautiful and exhilarating experience! Our tour guide Bo was awesome! We felt safe and he was very knowledgeable.”

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Las Vegas Dunes ATV Tour - Safety instruction before the engines start
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Las Vegas Dunes ATV Tour

5.Las Vegas Dunes ATV Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,477 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Ride a new Polaris ATV for 60 minutes through Nellis Dunes, just outside Las Vegas. Your guide provides instruction, a helmet, goggles, gloves, and shuttle transport from the Strip. The route suits beginners best, while guides such as Mike, Vic, Asia, and Harry have earned praise for patient, safety-focused instruction.

“My tour guide was very nice and experience. I had a great time on the ATV tours in the dunes. The 2 hour tour was perfect.”

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Guided Arizona Desert Tour by ATV - Centipede Tour - The practice course tells you what comes next
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Guided Arizona Desert Tour by ATV – Centipede Tour

6.Guided Arizona Desert Tour by ATV – Centipede Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,386 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $107

From Rock Springs, north of Phoenix, you’ll train on a single-rider ATV before riding rocky Bradshaw Mountain trails, desert washes, and creek crossings. Guides such as Mike, Andrew, and Hunter explain cacti, wildlife, Native American farming, and local terrain. Expect about two hours of riding, plus check-in and training.

“We had a great time! The training and practice course was a good way to understand what was in store for you on the ride.”

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Desert Off-Road UTV Tour, 2 hours, 2 people per vehicle - Following a guide through Tonto National Forest
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Desert Off-Road UTV Tour, 2 hours, 2 people per vehicle

7.Desert Off-Road UTV Tour, 2 hours, 2 people per vehicle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,251 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Drive a late-model Can-Am or Honda UTV through more than 25 miles of Tonto National Forest near Fort McDowell. Guides such as Karson, Spencer, Johnny, Anna, and Luke lead small groups over dusty desert trails, stop for photos and local stories, and help first-time drivers feel at ease. Sunset departures bring the best light.

“We had never done anything like this before so we did not know what to expect. It was a little scary at first, following a person you never met through rough terrain, unable to see beyond the dust, but our guide Spencer was the best! In no time at all he gained our trust and respect, always checking back on us, leading us on the most challenging courses safely and confidently. Each time we stopped he had a story to tell and taught us something new about the Sonoran Dessert. Thank you Spencer for a day we will never forget 🤩”

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Guided Arizona Desert Tour by UTV - Centipede Tour - The Sonoran Desert from the driver’s seat
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Guided Arizona Desert Tour by UTV – Centipede Tour

8.Guided Arizona Desert Tour by UTV – Centipede Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,216 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $107

Take a guided Kawasaki Teryx UTV ride from Black Canyon City into the Bradshaw Mountains. You’ll cross the Agua Fria River, pass giant saguaros, climb rocky trails, and stop for desert facts and photos. Guides such as Jesse, Matt, Mayton, and Tyler are often praised for safe driving tips, humor, and local wildlife knowledge.

“Our guide, JB, was very knowledge and provided us with information about the area we were traveling through. Safety was a top priority! The scenery along the route was spectacular. Being in the desert, it can get dusty at times, so you are provided with goggles and a hoodie. All in all, it was an excellent experience!”

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Las Vegas Sand Dune ATV Tour in Las Vegas - Riding the dunes for 30 or 60 minutes
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Las Vegas Sand Dune ATV Tour in Las Vegas

9.Las Vegas Sand Dune ATV Tour in Las Vegas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,036 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $124

Ride a single-rider ATV across the Las Vegas Dunes after hotel pickup, safety training, and practice laps. Guides such as Mike, Charlie, Ryan, Brandi, and Tito lead the rides, with photo stops, bottled water, helmets, goggles, and a free group photo included. Choose a morning or afternoon departure, but book early in summer.

“Great experience! The whole team was very helpful, friendly and just plain fun. Charlie and Michael are definitely the blackest, baddest motherfathers. Thank you all! When you are in New York I will teach you to drive ATV through Manhattan. 😁”

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UTV Dune Cruise and Surf at Coral Pink Sand Dunes - The UTV ride brings the dunes to life
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UTV Dune Cruise and Surf at Coral Pink Sand Dunes

10.UTV Dune Cruise and Surf at Coral Pink Sand Dunes

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 785 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $139

You’ll ride UTVs across Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park, stop at a bluff and Bigfoot’s Hideout slot canyon, then sandboard or sled down Star Dune. Guides such as Drew, Mikey, Jack, and Tim keep the pace fun and help with photos, safety, and repeat runs. Sandboards, water, and the ride back uphill are included.

“ROAM made our Coral Pink Sand Dunes adventure first class. We got to zip around in a UTV / dune buggy, explore a mini slot canyon, and go sand surfing. ROAM took excellent care of us and made sure we had a fun and safe adventure. We did the 10am tour and had plenty of time to get to Kanab for Peek-a-Boo slot canyon in the afternoon.”

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Ancient Ruins Tour - Guided Arizona Desert Tour by UTV - Ancient Hohokam Ruins Along the Route
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Ancient Ruins Tour – Guided Arizona Desert Tour by UTV

11.Ancient Ruins Tour – Guided Arizona Desert Tour by UTV

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 684 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $150

Take a three-hour guided UTV ride from New River into the Bradshaw Mountains. You’ll tackle rocky trails, tight turns, water crossings, desert terrain, and ancient Hohokam ruins. Guides such as Matt, Sami, Bryan, and Nate add practical driving help, geology, wildlife, and local history along the way.

“Everything was easy from, making a reservation, to the communication, to finding the meeting location, to checking in. Our guide, Sami was great. She took us on a lot of fun UTV routes. She pointed out some desert wildlife. She explained a lot about the desert plants and the geographic history. She showed us some ancient ruins. Took us to several vista lookout spots. All in all it was a great few hours cruising around the beautiful desert with my son. He particularly enjoyed getting muddy on the trails. I would highly recommend this to our company.”

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Las Vegas: Guided Las Vegas Desert ATV Tour - A careful 20-minute safety briefing
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Las Vegas: Guided Las Vegas Desert ATV Tour

12.Guided Las Vegas Desert ATV Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 677 reviews · 3 hours · from $109

Meet at Mandalay Bay for a small-group ATV tour into the Mojave Desert. You’ll get a safety lesson, helmet, goggles, water, and about an hour on the trails. Guides such as Ronin, Dustin, Wolf, Saxon, and Ciera are praised for patience and humor. Morning and sunset departures are available.

“This was definitely super fun and I would totally recommend it. Nina was our tour guide she was awesome!!!’”

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Scottsdale & Phoenix 2 Hour Desert Guided ATV Tour - Getting fitted and learning the ATV
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Scottsdale & Phoenix 2 Hour Desert Guided ATV Tour

13.Scottsdale & Phoenix 2 Hour Desert Guided ATV Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 485 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $235

Take a two-hour guided ATV ride through Tonto National Forest near Scottsdale. You’ll practice first, then follow desert trails past Sonoran plants, mountain views, a lake, and Weavers Needle. Guides including Tom, Mitch, Spencer, and Devo are praised for calm instruction, safety, photos, and adjusting the pace for beginners or confident riders.

“Colton made the trip amazing! He was an excellent guide and we had so much fun! The trails were so fun and the scenery was beautiful!”

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Thrilling 2-Hour ATV Off-Road Adventure In The Nellis Dunes - What the two-hour schedule really includes
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Thrilling 2-Hour ATV Off-Road Adventure In The Nellis Dunes

14.Thrilling 2-Hour ATV Off-Road Adventure In The Nellis Dunes

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 381 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $155

Trade the Las Vegas Strip for Nellis Dunes, where you ride a single-passenger ATV through sand, washes, canyon trails, and rocky desert terrain. Pickup is offered from select hotels, and guides such as Angel, Gabby, Remy, Chewy, and Amont are praised for patient instruction and close attention to safety. Expect two hours overall, with about one hour behind the handlebars.

“Guides were the best - took care of us and made sure we were safe - great experience - would absolutely do this again with them”

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Self-Guided Centipede Desert UTV Rental - Following the paper map through the desert
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Self-Guided Centipede Desert UTV Rental

15.Self-Guided Centipede Desert UTV Rental

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 378 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $107

Take up to three friends in a self-guided UTV near New River, north of Phoenix. Allow up to three hours for check-in, safety training, and riding. You receive a paper map, helmet, goggles, face mask, and water. Drivers must be 16 or older, and passengers must be at least four.

“We upgraded to guided and were super impressed with the whole experience. Guide Bryan was energetic and thorough. We will definitely book again.”

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New in Desert Quad Safaris in the USA

★ 5.0Sonoran Desert: Guided 2-Hour UTV Adventure11 reviews
★ 4.5Sonoran Desert: Beginner ATV Training & Desert Tour ComboFrom $1708 reviews
★ 4.4Kanab: Coral Pink Sand Dunes Sunset UTV, S’mores and StarsFrom $1349 reviews
★ 5.0Greater Zion: Sand Hollow Dunes ATV TourFrom $13918 reviews
★ 4.9Sonoran Desert Guided ATV TrainingFrom $5429 reviews
★ 4.9Sand Dunes + Sunset + Peekaboo Slot Canyon9 reviews
★ 5.0Greater Zion: Sand Hollow Dunes ATV TourFrom $13958 reviews
★ 5.0Greater Zion: UTV Surf and Dune Ride at Sand Hollow DunesFrom $13925 reviews

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