Las Vegas: Nellis Dunes ATV Tour & Desert Riding 20 Min Strip

Twenty minutes from neon, you're riding sand dunes in the Mojave

You get a full safety briefing, helmet and protective gear, and one hour of guided ATV riding through sand dunes and desert trails with a small group. The guide handles navigation and pacing while you focus on the ride. Pickup and return timing work around the Strip, and the whole experience takes a few hours from check-in to finish.

Step-by-step itinerary

ATV tour in Nellis Dunes desert

• Check in for ATV tour
• Attend full safety briefing
• Gear up with helmet and goggles
• Receive riding instruction and guidance
• Ride ATV across sand dunes and trails
• Enjoy panoramic desert and mountain views
• Capture photos of Vegas desert scenery

The experience

What happens when you drive twenty minutes out of Las Vegas and trade the Strip for open desert? You end up on an ATV in the Nellis Dunes, a 10,000-acre off-road area where the only noise is your engine and the only view is rolling sand and distant mountains. The tour starts with a safety briefing and gear check (helmet, goggles, gloves), then your guide leads you straight into terrain that looks nothing like the city you just left. No experience needed. The guide walks you through the controls and pacing before you hit the trails.

The ride itself is about an hour of actual riding time, and it moves. You're crossing desert washes, climbing sand dunes, and hitting sections where you can feel the ATV respond under you. The guide sets the pace and picks the route, so you're not figuring out where to go. You're just riding. The landscape shifts as you go: wide-open flats, then narrow canyon trails with rock walls on either side, then back out to views that stretch to the mountains. It's the kind of place where the air is dry and clear and you can see for miles, which is exactly why people come out here instead of staying poolside.

The whole thing (check-in, briefing, gear, riding, and getting back) takes a few hours, and you'll want to wear closed-toe shoes and bring sunscreen. The minimum age is 16, and you do need to sign a waiver when you arrive. Bottled water is included, which matters because the desert heat is real. If you've got back or spine issues, or if you're pregnant, this one isn't the right fit. But if you want to get off the Strip and actually move your body in a way that feels different from a normal day, this is straightforward and direct.

What’s included

Your tour includes a full safety briefing and hands-on instruction, helmet and protective gear (goggles and gloves), one hour of guided ATV riding through the Nellis Dunes, bottled water, and all fees and taxes. You'll navigate sand dunes, desert washes, and canyon trails with mountain views throughout the ride.

Information

Lasts 2h, runs every day, 4 start times, from US$ 95 per person, with a live guide in English and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesMonday to Thursday: 09:00, 11:00, 13:00 and 15:00Friday to Sunday: 09:00, 11:00 and 13:00Another time? ›

GroupUp to 502 private ›

Live guideEnglishOther languages ›

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.4 with pickup ›

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AgesAdult (16 to 80 years) · Under 16: can't be booked

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Las Vegas ATV Tours

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to get off the Strip and ride without arranging your own vehicle or equipment. The guide handles the route and pacing, which is what makes a beginner feel confident in the desert.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How far is the Nellis Dunes from the Las Vegas Strip?

About 20 minutes by vehicle from the Strip.

Do I need ATV experience to book this tour?

No. The tour is beginner-friendly and includes a safety briefing and hands-on instruction before you ride.

How long is the actual riding time?

One hour of guided riding through the dunes and desert trails.

What safety gear is provided?

Helmet, goggles, and gloves are included. You must wear closed-toe shoes.

What is the minimum age?

16 years old. All riders must sign a waiver upon arrival.

Is water provided?

Yes, bottled water is included.

Who should not book this tour?

It's not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnant travelers, or those with limited physical fitness. You need moderate fitness to ride safely.

How long is the total tour duration?

A few hours total, including check-in, safety briefing, gear setup, one hour of riding, and return.