Sonoran Desert Hike: Customizable Guided Adventure

Experience a customizable guided hiking adventure in the Sonoran Desert with Mad Desert Trekking. Choose your difficulty level and explore the diverse landscape of Phoenix, Arizona.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights

Experience one of the classic Sonoran Desert hikes in Phoenix, Arizona. This hiking adventure is fun for hikers of any age.
Your Mad Desert Trekking guide will meet you in the near the trailhead, and hike with you on an amazing route into the Phoenix Mountains. Experience the incredible mountain up close and personal. Ascend the switchbacks for…

What's Included
  • Complimentary bottled water
  • Assorted snacks
  • Refreshing cold beverages post-hike
  • Sunscreen provided
  • Carbonated drinks available
  • Backpacks included
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Experience an exciting, expert-led two-hour trek through the Sonoran Desert with Mad Desert Trekking. We will tailor the hike to match your preferred distance, landscape and level of difficulty.

  • Spend 2 hours traversing the trail
  • Begin your journey with your guide at the trailhead
  • Difficulty level: From easy to challenging - the choice is up to…
Location
Starbucks
East Lincoln Drive
Your Mad Desert Trekking guide will meet you at Starbucks, 3165 E. Lincoln Drive, Phoenix, near the trailhead to the Phoenix Mountains Preserve. Please park in the larger parking lot to the west. Uber and Lyft will conveniently offer drop-off service to the Starbucks.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
5.0
(83 Ratings)
5 stars
4 stars
3 stars
2 stars
1 star
Dianemm5292gh
Aug 3, 2025
Great hike with amazing views. Started at 7:00am in order to beat the high temperatures. It was very my tolerable this time of - This hike was a great experience. The views are amazing. My guide was Henry and I highly recommend him as a guide. He will adjust the pace depending on your preference and activity tolerance. I thought it was just the right challenge for me. Truly enjoyed this hike and felt like I got some exercise as well! Many nice pictures opportunities along the way as well.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
747marykates
Jul 22, 2025
Fantastic early morning hike - Mike Hopkins was so accommodating and gave us a lot of information about the area, including flora & fauna. Also gave us a very informative history lesson of the area. He took lots of pictures for us. The hike was amazing and the views were spectacular!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Marisaoneal31
Jul 22, 2025
Great hiking trip with Mike Hopkins - Mike Hopkins did a fabulous hiking tour! We appreciated all punctual and well prepared he was. The information he provides is endless. Would highly recommend this tour and Mike as a tour guide.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Hoda_h
Jun 23, 2025
Mike was a great guide.... - Mike was a great guide. He contacted us beforehand. Communication was great. Accommodated us and the heat! He created a great photo album and video for our experience.
Review provided by Viator
Pjohnides
Jun 22, 2025
Incredible guide and hike! - Our guide Curtis was awesome. He made our hike informative and fun. His preparation pre hike made a big difference. Iced water bottles, cooling towels and even a portable mister when we hit the summit. What a view and what a way to start our day!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
D7108bemarky
May 26, 2025
Chitown hustle does Camelback. - Earlier this week, my wife and myself hiked Camelback Mountain with a guide from Mad Desert Trekking. We have done some elevated/vertical hikes previously, Camelback Mountain was certainly an extreme event for us. Good guides recognize their clients ability! Mike H. provided a great experience making the climb both informational and safe. I would highly recommend Mike H. and Mad Desert Trekking for a great experience at Camelback.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
C9175ihj_rgens
May 10, 2025
Breathtaking trip with a very good Guide - Amazing tour to the Sonoran desert in Phoenix Arizona! Jay Schaeffer is a Top Guide!!! He was very well prepairde! He was very Knowlebel anpleasend! the landscape and the view was breathtaking! It was a very good trip!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Jenniferwg102ef
Apr 30, 2025
Sunset Hike - Josh was an amazing tour guide and took us on a hike that provided beautiful views and interesting facts about the area. I would highly recommend!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Chad_l
Apr 20, 2025
Hiking - Awesome. Great tour guide Henry kids loved it and goes at the perfect pace. He provided electrolytes and snacks if needed and very experienced
Review provided by Viator
Alyssadv1313oh
Apr 14, 2025
Great experience! - Jennifer was an amazing guide! She taught us about the wildlife and nature of the area while also making sure we were doing well on the hike. It was a mild to moderate hike nothing too intense. I had a great time!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
From $99
up to 10 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).