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    2-Hour Guided Hike in the Sonoran Desert

    Tailor the route to your pace on a guided Sonoran Desert hike with snacks and drinks included

    From$222/ person

    Duration

    2 hours

    Includes

    Guide, Snacks, Drinks

    Highlights

    Explore the Sonoran Desert on a two-hour guided hike. Your guide tailors the route to your mileage, terrain, and grade preferences and meets you at the trailhead.

    • Customize mileage, terrain, and grade with your guide
    • Take in views of the Valley of the Sun and Phoenix
    • Use lightweight backpacks provided for the hike
    • Snack on healthy trail bites along the way
    • Stay protected with provided sunscreen
    • Enjoy cold drinks after your adventure

    What's Included

    • Lightweight backpacks
    • Healthy trail snacks
    • Sunscreen
    • Cold drinks

    Things to know

    All ages welcome. Typical route is 3–4 miles with about 700 feet of elevation gain. Wear running or hiking shoes; no sandals; bring reusable water bottles if possible.

    Cancellation policy

    To receive a full refund, travelers may cancel up to 48 hours before the experience start date in the local timezone. No refunds will be given after that time period.

    Meeting location

    Quartz Ridge Trailhead

    Experience provided by Mad Desert Trekking
    Experience provided by Mad Desert Trekking

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    Solo Adult

    $222.40

    1 person

    0

    Two-Three Adults

    $142.56

    Ages 12 and up

    0

    Four-Ten Adults

    $112.91

    Ages 12 and up

    0

    11-30 Hikers

    $112.91

    Ages 12 and up

    0

    31-50 Hikers

    $101.50

    Ages 12 and Up

    0

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    5.0 stars• 411 reviews

    Review summary

    5.0
    Excellent
    411 reviews•Google Maps

    Mad Desert Trekking guides consistently deliver exceptional hiking experiences across Phoenix's desert trails. The team stands out for their impressive depth of knowledge about local flora, fauna, geology, and history, transforming a simple hike into an educational adventure. Guides like Doug, Jay, Curtis, Henry, and Michael come prepared with all the essentials: water, snacks, backpacks, and walking sticks, so you can show up ready to explore without worrying about gear. What really sets this company apart is their attention to the complete experience. Guides pace hikes to match skill levels, making solo travelers and groups alike feel comfortable and safe. Many guides have backgrounds as EMTs or outdoor professionals, adding an extra layer of reassurance. The photography service is a thoughtful bonus that guests rave about, with guides capturing moments throughout the trek and sharing photos afterward. Sunset and sunrise hikes seem particularly popular, offering breathtaking views at Camelback Mountain, Piestewa Peak, and other stunning desert locations. Everyone from first-time hikers to business groups leaves impressed.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Steve Hill an amazing person and new friend took me on a sunset hike on the Quartz Ridge Trail #8a. The views were spectacular especially as the sun sets. Steve is very knowledgeable of the terrain and in hiking you would be in great hands. I strongly recommend Steve if you are looking for a guided hike.

    Photo of Charles Pettineo

    Charles Pettineo

    September 20, 2025

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Steve Hill an amazing person and new friend took me on a sunset hike on the Quartz Ridge Trail #8a. The views were spectacular especially as the sun sets. Steve is very knowledgeable of the terrain and in hiking you would be in great hands. I strongly recommend Steve if you are looking for a guided hike.

    Photo of Charles Pettineo

    Charles Pettineo

    September 20, 2025

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