Top Phoenix Outdoor Activities

Take in gorgeous views of the Sonoran Desert and feel like you’re floating on a cloud during an exhilarating hot air balloon ride from Phoenix. You’ll experience the perfect start to your day followed by Champagne breakfast. Each flight lasts about an hour, with optional round-trip transport from your hotel.

Float over the Sonoran Desert in a hot air balloon! Depart before daybreak to get incredible views of the desert sun as it rises. Be a part of the action as the balloon is inflated to the height of an 11-story building. If the wind is right, you can go inside for amazing photos. Following the flight, be greeted on the ground with breakfast in the desert.

#1 Ranked - We have been the #1 ranked Desert Off-Road Adventures in the Valley every year since 2009! Military-Grade Side by Side ATVs - You get to drive the unique Tomcar, a military-grade UTV ... these are fun, rugged, safe and really soak up the bumpy trails ... making your driving/riding experience extremely enjoyable. No "Helmet Hair" On Our Tours - If you are 18 or over, you will not need to wear a helmet and goggles...making your adventure much more enjoyable. Four Seat Vehicles - we have 4 seat vehicles so family/friends can ride together. Stops Along the Way - We have 3 stops along the way where you will be entertained by our expert guides. They are definitely part of the show! They are the best in the industry. And, you'll have a chance to let everyone in your car drive. Family Friendly Adventure - Our ATV Adventure is fun for the young and old alike. 5 Star Plus Experience - Everyone at Desert Wolf is dedicated to delivering you a 5 STAR PLUS EXPERIENCE!!

Spend time aboard a single-rider ATV during a thrilling off-road tour in the Sonoran Desert. Ride on rugged and rocky trails in the scenic Bradshaw Mountains and cross the Aqua Fria River during the scenic journey. Your guide is knowledgeable about the region's plant life, wildlife, and history, with plenty of stories to share.

The Sonora Desert is at its best light at sunset. See the desert beauty from above with this sunset ride in a hot air balloon under the skilled guidance of your FAA certified pilot. Be treated to views of the desert plants and wildlife as day changes into night. Following the trip, land in the desert and celebrate your adventure with champagne and hors d’oeuvres.

Spend a thrilling day aboard a Kawasaki Teryx UTV during an off-road tour in the Sonoran Desert. Ride on rugged and rocky trails in the scenic Bradshaw Mountains and cross the Aqua Fria River during the scenic journey. Your guide is knowledgeable about the region's plant life, wildlife, and history, with plenty of stories to share.

Enjoy a picturesque hot-air balloon flight over the mammoth Sonoran Desert in North Phoenix on this sunrise flight. Experience stunning 360-degree views of the hottest desert in North America and its surrounding landscape while floating effortlessly across the sky at dawn. Then celebrate with a traditional champagne toast and breakfast after the flight. Transportation to and from the landing site is included.

Enjoy a picturesque hot-air balloon flight over the mammoth Sonoran Desert in North Phoenix on this 1-hour sunset flight. Experience breathtaking 360-degree views of the hottest desert in North America and its surrounding landscape while floating effortlessly across the sky at dusk. Then celebrate with a traditional champagne toast and catered food after the flight. Commemorative flight certificate, plus transportation to and from the landing site is included.

Immerse yourself in Arizona’s natural landscape on a self-guided kayak rental through Saguaro Lake. Booking a rental allows you to explore at your own pace and linger at locations with the best views of the river and wildlife. In addition to free parking, the tour includes a kayaking and safety orientation for all skill levels.

Set out on an adventure with this 4-hour ATV tour through Box Canyon in Florence, Arizona. Travel past the Tortilla Mountains as you follow your guide on a 34-mile (54.kilometer) drive through Box Canyon. Along the way see petroglyphs left over from the ancient Native Americans, as well as an old post office built in the mid-1800s. Pass by the Butterfield Overland Stage Coach Company’s way station from 1860 and an old miners’ building, too.

Visit SEA LIFE Aquarium Arizona in Phoenix with these guaranteed Low Price admission tickets. Step in out of the hot Phoenix weather to immerse yourself in the fascinating world of undersea creatures. Learn about different types of sea life, from tropical sharks to simple sea stars. See the carefully constructed displays, crafted to mimic the animals' natural habitats. Get close-up views of fascinating marine life that typically exist at the bottom of the ocean.

This Grand Canyon day trip combines sights from both land and sky. After departing Phoenix, take a scenic drive including a stop along Route 66. Enjoy a scenic helicopter flight over the Grand Canyon, which follows the Colorado River. Then have plenty of time at legendary Grand Canyon National Park, including a canyon rim driving tour before returning to Phoenix by luxury van. Choose between a small-group or private tour.

Explore the Sonoran desert with a private guide on this half-day tour. Whether you are looking for an easy hike or a challenging traverse over rugged terrain, your guide can accommodate the request. He or she can also put together an educational tour if you are traveling with kids. Dogs are welcome as long as they are leashed.

Soar gently into the desert sunset on a hot air balloon. This experience will stay with you long after the concluding reception has finished, the champagne toast has been drunk, and the gourmet hors d’oerves have been nibbled. Your pilot will carefully plan a flight path based on weather conditions, giving you a safe and exciting ride over the Sonora Desert and metro Phoenix.

Ride the old fashioned Dolly Steamboat through the slot canyon at Canyon Lake and then hit the Apache Trail through the Sonora Desert on this tour from the Phoenix area. After your narrated cruise, visit the small town of Tortilla Flat, taking in views of the rare desert landscape along the way.

Work with our former military personnel at our indoor shoot house. Work with both pistols and rifles as you learn to tactics for clearing buildings. Use the most advanced non-lethal training systems (Ultimate Training Munitions) against 3-D targets or enemy role-players.

Visit the Grand Canyon on this full-day tour from Phoenix. On the way, pass through San Francisco Peaks and the Navajo Reservation, and stop for lunch at the Cameron Trading Post. In the Grand Canyon, travel 25 miles (40km) along the South Rim, taking in Grand Canyon Village, the historic El Tovar Hotel, and several lookout points on South Rim Drive. Includes guide, transportation, and pickup and drop-off from select hotels in Phoenix and Scottsdale.

Discover Phoenix in a fun new way on this 3-hour scavenger hunt. Jump into the middle of an exciting adventure among the historic and cultural sites of the city, from the Herberger Theater Center to the Arizona Center, Heritage Square and other real-life locations around town. Discover both well-known and overlooked sites, solving clues and completing challenges via smartphone while learning the local history of this capital city of Arizona. Teams of 2- to 5-people are welcome.

Soar out over the Sonoran Desert in a hot air balloon on this tour that’s just for you. It will just be you, your friends and your pilot gently floating above the desert landscape. See the plants and spot wildlife that flourish in the desert from your vantage point high above. This sunrise tour is the perfect special occasion activity or a way to make memories with friends.

Experience the beauty of Sedona on a full-day tour from Phoenix. Your tour combines time in town with a driving tour of Arizona's spectacular red rock country outside Sedona. See sights such as the Sonoran Desert, Oak Creek Canyon, Bell Rock, Chapel of the Holy Cross and more. Have ample time to explore downtown Sedona, with time for lunch, shopping, art galleries and more.

You will see some of the most beautiful places in the world all in one day! We will meet at Starbucks at 8am, and head to the gorgeous red rocks of Sedona. Not only is Sedona absolutely stunning, it is thought to have healing powers from the magnetic vortices located there. We will visit the site of an actual vortex, Chapel of the Holy Cross overlooking Bell Rock and Cathedral Rock. Then we'll grab a bite to eat before we head to Flagstaff traveling on one of the most scenic highways in America, 89A. We will stop at Oak Creek Canyon Vista, a gorgeous scenic viewpoint where there is a Native American Crafts Market run by local Native Americans, and then we will head out to view one of the 7 natural wonders of the world, the Grand Canyon! We will arrive at the Grand Canyon in the afternoon to take in this magnificent and breathtaking sight! Then you will enjoy the best sunset in the world, an Arizona sunset, on our drive back to Phoenix!

Our instructors each have over 10 years of providing training to law enforcement and military personnel. They provide great training in a safe and exciting format.

Take the time to enjoy an in-depth experience of Arizona’s natural beauty on a 3-day tour with overnights in Sedona and the Grand Canyon. Admire the red rock country of Sedona and explore the shops and galleries in town. Then marvel at the grandeur of the Grand Canyon as you approach the South Rim and stop at spectacular viewpoints. This semi-independent tour includes some planned activities with a local guide, and includes transportation and accommodation. Enjoy ample free time to explore on your own and customize your experience.

Enjoy extra time to experience the Grand Canyon in depth on an overnight tour from Phoenix. Break up the drive to the Grand Canyon with stops in the red rock country of Sedona and Cameron Trading Post in Navajo Nation. Then head into Grand Canyon National Park for a driving tour along the South Rim with spectacular viewpoints, plus free time to explore. Keep your camera handy for many photo ops of this natural wonder, and hear about its history from your guide. Includes accommodation, transportation, and hotel pickup and drop-off.