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1-2 Hour Sonoran Desert Private Guided Hiking Tour
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1-2 Hour Sonoran Desert Private Guided Hiking Tour

By Arizona Adventure Guides
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Ages 10-75
Duration: 2h
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Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
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  • Use of Back Pack
  • Guided Tour
  • Snacks
  • Sunscreen
  • Water & Water Bottle
  • Entry/Admission - Pima-Dynamite Trailhead


Start:
  • 28777 N Pima Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85262, USA
    From Hwy 101 take Pima North. Pass Dynamite & proceed 1/8 of a mile. Entrance is on the right. When you turn into the Pima Dynamite Trailhead look for a red four door lifted jeep & your tour guide. Our guide will text you a link to the exact location the day before your tour.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Near public transportation
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 297622P6

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not recommended for travellers with back problems
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
    • Most travellers can participate
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 297622P6

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    • 28777 N Pima Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85262, USA
      From Hwy 101 take Pima North. Pass Dynamite & proceed 1/8 of a mile. Entrance is on the right. When you turn into the Pima Dynamite Trailhead look for a red four door lifted jeep & your tour guide. Our guide will text you a link to the exact location the day before your tour.
    • 1
      Our guide is an experienced hiker and will take you on a unforgettable, super fun, beautiful hike.
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    • Arizona Adventure Guides
      246
      Scottsdale, United States
      Joined in January 2021
    • alexisgR308FT
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Fun desert morning ride!
      We had a blast on our desert mountain bike tour! Paul was a fantastic guide, shared fun knowledge about the area and tailored the ride to our preferences. Highly recommend 🌟
      Written 25 January 2025
    • codybF3130JK
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Absolutely awesome time.
      Absolutely awesome. Paul let me control the pace and gave options on trails. Pointed out vegetation, animals, etcc… Excellent experience!
      Written 23 January 2025
    • H2910ZIstevel
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Nice and existing
      I really enjoyed this bike ride, Paul was amazing. Mountain biking was the perfect way to be immersed in the Arizona desert. He really customized the ride to my skill level as we had options on which paths to take. I highly recommend this adventure to everyone
      Written 21 January 2025
    • Y4392WYsarahk
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Exceeded our expectations!
      This bike excursion is totally worth it!! Highlight of our trip to Scottsdale. My husband and I are athletic but beginner mountain bikers — Paul tailored the experience to us. Having a guide definitely made navigating the trails way more enjoyable. He brings all the gear so all you have to do is show up. Highly recommend booking!
      Written 18 January 2025
    • CoachkarenV
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Another great bike trip in the desert
      Paul is the perfect tour guide. He communicates well before and during the trip. This was our second time because we enjoyed the first one so much. Equipment was great and he tailored the experience to our capabilities and interests. We learned so much about the desert.
      Written 16 January 2025
    • liztiz
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great Experience
      Paul was a great tour guide. Very knowledgeable about the area and flora and fauna. I learned a lot. He is also an accomplished off rode bike rider so I felt I was in good hands. Next time I am in the PHX area I will be calling Paul to set up another ride, it was a blast!
      Written 15 January 2025
    • Global04672899563
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great Afternoon Under the ☀️
      Great experience in an unbelievable location. Highly recommend having Paul take me out. It was action packed and Paul knew the area extremely well. I hope to do it again. Well worth it.
      Written 12 January 2025
    • dmikeyh
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      A great 3 hours, rolling through the Sonoran Desert with Arizona Adventure Guides
      I found myself with a half day to spare in Scottsdale. I fancied some fresh air and also an opportunity to take in the unique, Arizona terrain. This Mountain Bike ride hit the bill. Paul, the owner of 'Arizona Adventure Guides' is an amazing guide. I met him (by arrangement) at the Trailhead entry point to the national park. He provides all you need - the quality bike, helmet, water and a small rucksack for spare water and to stash your mobile phone. The next three hours were spent rolling through the network of Park trails, visiting different areas of interest. Paul is very personable and incredibly knowledgable of the local area, the wildlife and the fauna. There was nothing seemingly that he didn't know and I learned a lot. In terms of the physical challenge, Paul tailors the route, distance and level of difficulty to the guest. It was clear that safety is of paramount importance. There were regular track junctions where we paused and Paul described route options. As a result, this trip is a great choice for all, irrespective of cycling ability and fitness. There are options to do shorter trips if needed. I would thoroughly recommend Paul and Arizona Adventure Guides and took a lot from the trip. I know that Paul also does hiking trips, so a good option might be to combine a hike with a bike ride
      Written 12 January 2025
    • Jim B
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Biking Pleasure
      This was a fantastic experience. Paul is a personable, Professional and knowledgeable guide. He makes sure that you are able to safely and pleasantly tour the area and learn about the amazing Sonoran desert. He knows the intricacies of the trails so that all skill levels of riders can experience their time on the bikes as they wish. Paul supplies, everything, including enthusiasm and a joy for guiding. This is a fun, enjoyable learning experience. You’ll want to do it again.
      Written 10 January 2025
    • abbyhF1042UG
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Amazing bike & hike!!
      Amazing experience! I felt safe with our guide on the roads, he have lots of heads up on stops and directions! He was very knowledgeable and really funny! I learned a lot AND had a phenomenal time!!
      Written 24 December 2024
    • Jim M
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great time riding mountain bikes in the desert!
      Paul, the guide and owner, provided an excellent adventure for my son and me. He was well organized, prompt, and the equipment was in good condition. He made sure that our equipment and bikes were all adjusted correctly and led us to the trail. Also, he worked with us on the level of trail difficulty, which made it interesting and fun. It is probably best to have some level of fitness and comfort with riding a bike as the paths can be narrow and sandy at times, but that is half the fun. Paul provided interesting insights regarding the landscape and plants along the way at stopping points, so we also learned a couple of things during the ride. I would engage his services again if we want to go mountain biking or hiking in the area.
      Written 21 December 2024
    • edmoncan
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Solo Desert Tour
      Paul was a great tour guide- I learned a lot about the local vegetation and he tailored the ride to suit my ability level and provide me with a few challenging trail features. I would highly recommend!
      Written 29 November 2024
    • KarenK660
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Fabulous guided bike tour in the desert
      Paul was an amazing tour guide.Safety was always top of mind.Bikes were a perfect fit-thank you! Lots of opportunity to take pictures and view the wonderful landscapes! Paul has a great knowledge of desert vegetation including the many types of cactus! We would highly recommend this activity and would do this again when we are in Az.
      Written 21 November 2024
    • Trip617346
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Stop scrolling and book with Paul!
      Excellent guide, great equipment and a really fun time. Paul has everything you need and is very attentive. He adjusts the ride according to your needs/wants. This ride can be for beginners or experienced riders. Hands down I would do this again. I’m a 52 YO midwesterner who was on a girls trip and wanted to get out and do some biking-perfect morning riding.
      Written 20 November 2024
    • victoriaz754
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Awesome bike trip!
      Paul was an awesome guide for us and tailored the trip to our experience level. He took us to beautiful areas on the trail, and we had multiple opportunities to enjoy the views and take pictures. He also provided interesting facts of the area and gave us insight on other areas to see on our trip. We would definitely take a tour with Paul again and recommend him highly.
      Written 20 November 2024
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    Manuela B
    Montreal, Canada1 contribution
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Dec 2024 • Solo
    Nice discovery walk of flora and some fauna of the Arizona deserts.
    Very well explained and guided by pleasant and knowledgeable Paul, who also can provide a mountain bike tour in the same area.
    The park is nice, but quite flat ( not a challenging hike if you are expecting some kind of intensity or altitude gain), close to the city and to some electrical lines.
    The park is home to some crested saguaro - a rare species - worthwhile discovering.
    Sunset was beautiful to watch through the trees, cacti and the mountains
    Written 11 December 2024
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    jeannie rose r
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Paul is wonderful! A few friends and I did this tour and it was a highlight of our trip. Paul’s passion for the area is contagious. We highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to experience the beauty of this area and learn a lot along the way.
    Written 28 January 2024
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    Gerald S
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Oct 2023 • Couples
    Paul was a knowledgeable and attentive guide who took his time to explain the area scenery, history, plants and animals.

    Never felt rushed. We thought we had the entire hike to ourselves!

    Highly recommended for anyone wanting to see spectacular Arizona countryside.
    Written 29 October 2023
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    Jennie S
    6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    May 2023 • Friends
    Beautiful hike that gives you the desert and greenery all in one! Paul is a great guide that takes care of this guests (you pretty much just need to show up and he will have everything you need!) and he obviously loves the environment. You will only be disappointed if you come to the Phoenix area and don’t take this your :)
    Written 24 May 2023
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    teetime0663
    Boston, MA7 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Paul was an excellent guide. His knowledge of the trail and local plants made the 2 hr hike go really fast. Next time I plan on scaling a mountain since he made this experience so enjoyable.
    Written 2 December 2022
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    Alina d
    Chicago, United States6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Apr 2021 • Couples
    Such a fun adventure trail for adults and kids alike. This trail has it all: gorgeous views, runing water in the creek, beautiful wild flowers, and blooming cacti. Paul shared his knowledge about desert plants and animals and unraveled a prickly pear heart mystery. One of our favorite parts of this adventure was his Creosote bush trick.
    Written 1 May 2021
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    Julie C
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Feb 2024 • Family
    My husband and I booked a tour with Paul and were very happy we did! We realized we had an afternoon open and called Paul to ask if he could accommodate us the following day and he made it work. He met us at Jewel of the Creek and it was absolutely stunning. Paul was pleasant, knowledgeable and very professional. He taught about the desert with real appreciation and we learned so much from him. He also provided water, sunscreen and offered snacks. During the hike, Paul suggested different levels of trails to take, depending on our comfort and energy levels. I would highly recommend this hiking tour with Paul. He would accommodate for all ages and skill levels and it is a cool and fun experience!!!!
    Written 27 February 2024
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    Jim A
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Feb 2024 • Family
    Paul took our family (with 2 teenage boys) for a 2 hr hike through Jewel of the Creek. Paul made it interested and fun for the boys with descriptions of the flora and fauna of the area. Great way to spend an afternoon! Highly recommend the experience!
    Written 27 February 2024
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    Dantavia H
    Miami, FL4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Sept 2021 • Friends
    This hike was Truly breathtaking! Paul was such a knowledgeable and energetic guide! He took his time to explain the terrain. His love for nature was evident in his attention to detail. Paul guided us to many picture worthy locations and took the time to take great pictures of the whole group! It was a once in a lifetime experience and I can’t wait to come back! Thank you Paul!!
    Written 4 September 2021
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    Carolyn Clansy M
    Houston, TX13 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Sept 2021 • Couples
    I haven’t hiked in a number of years. I absolutely loved this beautiful trail and strongly recommend it for hikers of all levels. Paul an amazing guide. He was professional, knowledgeable and personable. This was a 5 star excursion!
    Written 19 September 2021
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