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Las Vegas: Mojave Desert ATV Tour & Lake Mead Trails★ 4.83 (7,545) · 4h
Best value
Las Vegas: Nellis Dunes ATV Tour & Desert Riding 20 Min Strip★ 4.73 (393) · 2h
Top rated
Las Vegas: Beginner ATV Tour & Desert Riding Training★ 4.96 (2,479) · 1h
The 12 best-value of 20 options, side by side
✓ 2026-09-29Real price per person across the 20 options: US$ 95–US$ 1,158 (median US$ 132). With an extra fee to pay on site: 1 of 20. With 100+ reviews: 18 of 20.
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Private experiences (5)
Las Vegas: ATV Eldorado Canyon & 1861 Gold Mine TourYou ride an ATV or RZR through Eldorado Canyon for 75–90 minutes, walk a preserved 1861 ghost town filled with Old West buildings and vintage cars, eat lunch in a shaded zone with games, and tour the inside of Nevada's oldest gold mine at a steady 70 degrees. Photos and videos are included, along with all safety gear, water, and sunscreen. The whole day runs about 6–7 hours from Las Vegas.Is it for me?Book this if you want a full desert day without arranging multiple activities separately—the ATV ride, ghost town, gold mine, and lunch are bundled into one 6–7 hour outing, and the guides handle the pacing so you're not figuring out timing between stops.
Las Vegas: Private UTV Off Road Trails & Yellow Pine MineYou’ll ride private UTV trails past real mining relics near Las Vegas with a local guide leading the way. Feel desert wind on your face thanks to fresh air helmets (no dust mouth here), swap drivers if you want, grab photos at Yellow Pine Mine’s summit, and enjoy cold drinks before heading back — it’s raw Nevada energy with just enough comfort.
Valley of Fire: 2-Person UTV Tour from Las Vegas with LunchYou’ll ride a 2-person UTV through Valley of Fire’s wild red landscapes with a local guide showing you secret trails and ancient petroglyphs. Gear up with helmets and gloves, enjoy lunch in the desert, and feel that mix of adrenaline and quiet moments you can’t get anywhere else near Las Vegas.
Las Vegas: Private ATV Riding in Desert TerrainYou ride your own ATV through Las Vegas desert, controlling your own speed and route with full safety gear included and guides on hand. It's a solo experience — no passengers, no sharing the bike — which means you get the adrenaline and the focus without the distraction. Plan for a physical activity that demands balance and concentration, and expect to feel the ride in your legs and core afterward.Is it for me?Right for riders in good health who want to control their own machine and pace in the desert without sharing an ATV or managing logistics. The physical demand is real — expect impact on your legs and core — which is what makes the focus and stress relief possible.
Mohave Desert Private UTV Tour & Mountain ViewsYou’ll drive your own UTV through Nevada’s Mohave Desert with a local guide, explore abandoned mines near Katherine Mine, and climb up rugged mountain trails for views over an untouched lake. With free photos included and plenty of laughs along the way, it’s an off-road day trip from Vegas you’ll remember long after you shake out the dust.
Up to 2 hours (4)
Las Vegas: Nellis Dunes ATV Tour with Strip PickupYou’ll feel adrenaline kick in as you ride an ATV across real Nevada dunes with Las Vegas shimmering in the distance. Expect hands-on guidance from local experts, plenty of dust (and laughs), plus time to snap photos above the Strip before heading back—maybe still hearing that engine in your ears.
Las Vegas Dunes: ATV Desert Tour with Strip PickupYou’ll ride an ATV across real Las Vegas dunes with a local guide who knows every twist of sand. Feel the desert wind, pause for wild Strip views, and laugh with your group as you bounce along white peaks. Includes pickup from your hotel, all safety gear, and a little slice of Nevada most visitors never touch.
Las Vegas: Self-Guided ATV Rental & Desert TrailsYou arrive at your scheduled time, get fitted with safety gear, run through a 30-minute training on the single-seat ATV, then ride solo through Nevada's rocky trails and sand dunes for two hours. Plan for two and a half hours total on busy days — that extra time is the training and check-in that gets you confident before you head out.Is it for me?Right for riders who want to explore Nevada's desert trails independently without a guide dictating the route. You need moderate fitness and a clean bill of health — the vibration and physical demand aren't light — but if you have that, two hours on your own machine beats any group tour.
Las Vegas: ATV Desert Ride & Ghost Town Saloon StopYou’ll ride your own ATV through Nevada’s Joshua tree desert, tackle winding trails and hairpin turns, then stop for lunch at an authentic ghost town saloon—bullet holes included. Local guides keep things light (and safe), while wild mustangs or burros might cross your path if luck’s on your side.
2 to 5 hours (5)
Las Vegas: Desert ATV Tour & Mojave Trails with PickupYou ride a 450cc ATV for an hour through Mojave Desert trails and canyons, led by a guide who handles the route while you handle the machine. Pickup and return happen at Mandalay Bay's lower level; the whole experience runs about three hours door-to-door. Helmet, goggles, and water are included. Book this if you want to leave the casino floor without planning transport or worrying about whether you can actually do it — the guide and the gear take care of both.Is it for me?Book this if you want to ride ATVs in the Mojave Desert without arranging your own transport from the Strip or worrying whether you can handle the machine — the guide and the gear handle both, and the shuttle pickup at Mandalay Bay means you don't have to navigate getting there yourself.
Las Vegas: Sand Dune ATV Ride & Strip Views with PickupYou’ll feel the desert wind as you ride your own ATV through Las Vegas sand dunes with a local guide leading the way. Hotel pickup makes it easy; safety gear and orientation are included so you can focus on fun (and maybe get a little dusty). Pause for photos with views of the Strip before heading back—those moments stick with you longer than you’d think.
Las Vegas: Dune Buggy Chase 30 or 60 Minutes & Hotel PickupYou drive a custom-built dune buggy through sand dunes just outside Las Vegas for 30 or 60 minutes, with a guide leading small groups through high desert terrain. Hotel pickup and dropoff, all safety gear, water, and a souvenir shirt are included. No experience needed — just a valid driver's license and a minimum age of 16.Is it for me?Book this if you want to drive an actual off-road racer without arranging transport, gear rental, or desert access yourself — the pickup and all logistics are handled, so you just show up with a license and drive.
Mojave Desert: Off Road RZR Tour with Pickup & Local GuideYou’ll tear across raw Mojave terrain in a Polaris RZR with a local guide leading the way—switching drivers if you want—past wild Joshua trees and hidden wildlife. Hotel pickup makes it easy; snacks and all safety gear are included. There’s something about that desert silence that sticks with you long after you’ve washed off the dust.
Las Vegas: Mojave Outdoor Shooting & ATV Combo TourYou’ll get picked up in Las Vegas for an outdoor shooting experience with real military-style weapons in the Mojave Desert—plus optional ATV rides to the Colorado River with local guides. Try everything from sub-machine guns to sniper rifles, then share stories over burgers before heading back dusty and grinning.
Half day and longer (3)
Las Vegas: Valley of Fire ATV & Dune Buggy Chase ComboYou ride ATVs through Valley of Fire's red rock formations and past wildlife, stop for lunch halfway through, then drive a high-performance dune buggy across a 35-mile course with river beds, cliffs, and views of Lake Mead. The day runs about eight hours total, includes a professional guide, and you don't arrange transport or equipment yourself — just show up and ride.Is it for me?Pick this if you want both scenic desert riding and high-speed buggy driving in one day without renting equipment separately or navigating two different sites on your own — the guide and logistics are handled, so you just show up and ride.
Valley of Fire: ATV, RZR & Buggy Desert Ride with PickupYou’ll feel Nevada’s heat on your skin as you drive your own buggy through Valley of Fire’s red rock trails with a local guide leading the way. Expect dusty hands, wildlife sightings if you’re lucky, hotel pickup included, plus lunch under wide desert skies. It’s not just another tour — it’s something that stays with you.
Grand Canyon ATV & Horseback Tour from Las Vegas StripYou’ll get to ride ATVs and horses near the Grand Canyon, see Hoover Dam from a unique angle, and enjoy a laid-back lunch—all with easy Las Vegas hotel pickup. It’s a great way to break out of the city and actually feel that wild desert air.
Frequently asked questions
Can I book with free cancellation?
Yes: 15 of the 20 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.
How long do these experiences last?
Most options last between 2 and 5 hours. There are also shorter and longer formats to fit your itinerary.
Which one is the travelers' favorite?
Las Vegas: Mojave Desert ATV Tour & Lake Mead Trails is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.83 out of 5 across 7,545 reviews.
Are private options available?
Yes, 5 private experiences are available if you prefer a closed group.
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