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Top 6 nature & wildlife things to do in Scottsdale

Wildlife, forests, gardens, and the green pockets of Scottsdale that make it bearable in monsoon and beautiful by November. Day trips and short drives where the landscape is the point.

  1. Sunset Jeep tour of the Sonoran Desert, Scottsdale1

    1. Sunset Jeep tour of the Sonoran Desert

    5.0· 2721 reviews· 2 hours

    Two to three hours through Tonto National Forest — an off-road ride ending with a view of the Great Western Trail at sunset, including insights from expert guides.

    The sunset we witnessed was stunning, made even more striking by the clouds. Our guide and driver, Ed, was both knowledgeable and engaging. I highly recommend this tour.Culture796574
  2. Old Town Scottsdale Segway tour — two hours, Scottsdale2

    2. Old Town Scottsdale Segway tour — two hours

    4.9· 455 reviews· 2 hours

    Two-hour Segway tour through Old Town Scottsdale, covering 5.5 miles of historic sights and art installations with a professional guide.

    Riding the Segway was a fantastic experience. It allowed me to explore many intriguing sights while staying on the move, and the breeze from riding made it even more enjoyable.Greg_B
  3. Hole in the Rock and Tempe Lake E-Bike Tour, Scottsdale3

    3. Hole in the Rock and Tempe Lake E-Bike Tour

    4.9· 210 reviews· 2 hours

    Two hours of E-biking along scenic paths to Tempe Town Lake and Papago Park, with a short hike to the iconic Hole in the Rock view.

    An excellent way to explore the local surroundings. The guide possessed extensive knowledge about the area and ensured the tour was enjoyable and secure.David_W
  1. Grand Canyon and Sedona day trip from Scottsdale or Phoenix, Scottsdale4

    4. Grand Canyon and Sedona day trip from Scottsdale or Phoenix

    4.9· 326 reviews· 13 hours

    Thirteen to fourteen hours from pickup to drop-off — Grand Canyon south rim viewpoints, lunch included, followed by a stroll in Sedona with Red Rock vistas.

    This tour was fantastic! Although it makes for a long day, it's absolutely worthwhile. Cody shared a wealth of knowledge about the region. I would definitely do this tour again.Elizabeth_F
  2. Guided UTV desert adventure for two in Scottsdale, Scottsdale5

    5. Guided UTV desert adventure for two in Scottsdale

    4.9· 86 reviews· 2 hours

    Two-hour guided tour across rugged Sonoran Desert terrain with a UTV for two—includes water and snacks along the way.

    This was an outstanding experience, I would rate it a perfect 10 out of 10. Mike was an excellent guide who ensured we felt secure and well-prepared, and he also captured fantastic photos.289hanas
  3. Sunset ATV/UTV tour in the Sonoran Desert, Scottsdale6

    6. Sunset ATV/UTV tour in the Sonoran Desert

    4.9· 127 reviews· 2 hours

    Two hours of off-road adventure in the Sonoran Desert — drive your own ATV/UTV with guided insights on desert flora and fauna as the sun sets.

    Celebrating my 50th birthday with the sunset tour was fantastic. The scenery was incredible, and driving the buggies was a blast. Michelle and the team were wonderful and very accommodating. We look forward to joining another tour in the future.brianrW2268UD

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