Mojave Desert ATV Riding: 2.5-hour RZR Adventure

Take the wheel through remote desert terrain you won't reach on foot

Guided ATV riding in the Mojave Desert near Las Vegas puts you in control of a Polaris RZR for 2.5 hours of off-road driving through rugged trails, Joshua trees and rock formations. The tour includes a safety briefing, vehicle orientation, and the option to switch drivers so both passengers can ride and drive. Hotel pickup and drop-off are available, and all safety gear, water and snacks are provided.

Step-by-step itinerary

Polaris RZR Mojave Desert Adventure

• Explore Nevada countryside in Polaris RZR
• Drive through desert with Joshua trees
• Return to Base Camp
• Head back to the Strip

The experience

You spend 2.5 hours driving a Polaris RZR through terrain most people never see: rolling hills, vast open desert, and the iconic Joshua trees scattered across the landscape. The experience starts with a 30-minute safety briefing and orientation at Base Camp (about 25 to 30 minutes south of the Strip), then a shuttle ride to the trail head. Once you're in the driver's seat, you navigate the rugged Mojave on your own, with your guide leading the way in another vehicle. If you're riding as a passenger, you're in the RZR the whole time, gripping the handhold and feeling every dip and rise of the terrain.

The tour includes stops to learn about the desert's unique ecosystem: the protected desert tortoise, the plants adapted to extreme heat, the geology that shaped the landscape. Water and snacks keep you fueled through the ride. If your group includes two drivers, you can switch partway through, so both of you get time at the controls. The vehicle damage deductible insurance is optional but available with a temporary credit card hold. Passengers who don't drive skip this entirely.

You'll be dusty when you return to Base Camp (the operator's note is blunt about that), so plan to clean up before heading back to your hotel. The whole outing, including the briefing and shuttle time, runs about 4 hours from pickup to drop-off. Closed-toe shoes, long sleeves and a valid driver's license (if you're driving) are non-negotiable. Helmets are provided and required the moment the engine starts.

What’s included

• Guided Polaris RZR tour through the Mojave Desert with vehicle orientation and safety briefing.
• bottled water and snacks.
• all required safety equipment including full-face helmet.
• hotel pickup and drop-off (if selected).
• the option to switch drivers during the ride (on multi-seat options).
• all fees and taxes.

Options for this experience

4 options

Passenger ride on the Mojave off-road routeUp to 3 people · Guide in English · No fixed timeFree parking. Please meet us at the Base Camp at your scheduled reservation time. Address: 21016 S. Las Vegas Blvd., Jean, NV 89019 (Google Maps). Off-road ride-along adventure, with a choice of 1 front passenger seat or 2 rear passenger seats. Passenger only, no driving adventure, with water and light snacks. Side-by-side off-road vehicle where you ride as a passenger, with no driving. A fully off-road adventure in pure scenic style. Passenger only, no driving: if you select this passenger-only option (riding with our guide, no driving), all adult passengers need some form of valid ID.

Off-road vehicle for 4 seats, with round trip transportationUp to 4 people · Guide in English · 10:30, 11:00 and 12:00Round trip transportation, with pickup from select Strip hotels. If your hotel isn't on the list, pick the closest one to you and we'll collect you there. Guided off-road tour, water and light snacks. Side-by-side off-road vehicle where you do the driving. Pickup is included.

Passenger Mojave ride with round trip transportationUp to 3 people · Guide in English · 10:30 and 12:00Round trip transportation, with pickup from select Strip hotels. If your hotel isn't on the list, pick the closest one to you and we'll collect you there. Off-road ride-along adventure, with a choice of 1 front passenger seat or 2 rear passenger seats. Passenger only, no driving adventure, with water and light snacks. Side-by-side off-road vehicle where you ride as a passenger, with no driving. An off-road adventure in pure scenic style. Passenger only, no driving: if you select this passenger-only option (riding with our guide, no driving), all adult passengers need some form of valid ID. Pickup is included.

Off-road vehicle for 2 seats, with round trip transportationUp to 2 people · Guide in English · 10:30, 11:00 and 12:00Round trip transportation, with pickup from select Strip hotels. If your hotel isn't on the list, pick the closest one to you and we'll collect you there. Guided off-road tour, water and light snacks. Side-by-side off-road vehicle where you do the driving. Pickup is included.

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Before you book

Days and timesTuesday to SundayDepartures at 10:30, 11:00 and 12:00

Book up to2h before

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Under 12: can't be booked

GroupUp to 12

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 9 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Vegas Off Road Tours

Is this one for you?Book the drive experience if you want to control the RZR yourself through the desert. The passenger ride works if you'd rather sit back and watch the landscape roll past without operating the vehicle. The 2-seat or 4-seat options let both drivers in your group take turns at the wheel. The passenger-only option removes the vehicle damage hold and the need for a second driver's license.

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Top questions

Can I drive the RZR if I've never done this before?

Yes. The safety briefing and vehicle orientation at Base Camp cover everything you need, and your guide leads the way in another RZR so you're not navigating alone. You must be at least 18 years old with a valid driver's license to operate the vehicle.

What's the difference between the passenger ride and the drive experience?

The passenger ride means you sit in the RZR with the guide driving: no driving, no vehicle damage hold required. The drive experience puts you behind the wheel for the 2.5-hour trail portion, and if you choose the 2-seat or 4-seat vehicle option, a second driver in your group can switch with you partway through.

How rough is the terrain, and will I get hurt?

The trails are rugged but designed for RZR riding. The vehicle handles hills and rock formations, and you're strapped in with a harness and seatbelt. The tour isn't recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, neck problems, or poor cardiovascular health. Otherwise it's suitable for all fitness levels. Minors must be at least 12 years old and able to grip the handhold firmly and plant their feet on the floorboard.

Do I need to arrange my own transport to the desert?

Hotel pickup and drop-off from Las Vegas are included in most options. If you prefer to meet the group at Base Camp (21016 S. Las Vegas Blvd., Jean, NV), free parking is available there, and you can use Google Maps to find it: other mapping apps sometimes point to the wrong location.

What should I wear and bring?

Wear comfortable, long-sleeved UPF clothing and closed-toe, closed-heel shoes. These are required. Bring a valid driver's license if you're driving, or a valid ID or passport if you're a passenger. A full-face helmet is provided and must be worn whenever the RZR is running. If you're paying for the reduced vehicle damage deductible insurance, bring a credit card for the temporary hold.