Tempe Attractions & Things to do

Experience an incredible sunrise or sunset in the one-of-a-kind Sonoran Desert in Phoenix, Arizona, with a fun, experienced, local Mad Desert Trekking guide. Find out why Arizona's sunrises and sunsets are truly amazing.

Why should you book your Sonoran Desert sunrise or sunset hiking adventure with Mad Desert Trekking?

We approach every trip with fun in mind. Plus, our pro guides will show you the secrets of the area that few people know about.

We will provide everything you need for your hiking adventure, including:
- Use of backpacks
- Sunscreen
- Bottled water
- Sports drinks
- Trail snacks
- Plus, cold beverages after finishing your hike.

Our number one priority is your safety. We guarantee a safe, enjoyable and memorable Sonoran Desert experience.
Duration: 2 hours.

Through the first portion of our tour, the bike path nestles up to golf courses, well manicured parks, frisbee golf courses, multiple lakes, and a popular skate park called "The Wedge".

On the way to Tempe Town Lake we ride under a few tunnel underpasses and enjoy a some gradual inclines and declines on the bike path. Then you'll cruise by the Tempe Marina and see the boats as you take the bike path towards Papago Park.

The scenery makes a dramatic shift to an iconic desert landscape as we enter Papago Park. We usually see road runners (birds) on this portion of the tour, meep meep! The smooth concrete bike path meanders through a unique frisbee golf course that is rocky with maroon colors.

Ahead on a hill top, we see an on oddly placed pyramid; the tomb of George W.P. Hunt, Arizona's first Governor. Then we make our way to The Hole in the Rock. Your group will hop off your bikes and leave them with the tour guide and walk about 5 minutes up the trail to the look out point.
Duration: 2 hours.

Designed for Adults as we ride with few stops for talks. Enjoy the Quad City Ebike Tour where we Ride Scottsdale, Tempe, Phoenix, and a touch of Mesa. Your guide let you ride while stopping at key points for highlights and history of the area. Discover what Scottsdale and the Valley of the Sun has to offer and tips on Arizona Outdoor Adventure.
Let's ride and explore 18-20 miles of the Scottsdale Greenbelt, Tempe Town Lake, and Papago Park. Book your group e-bike tour today! We can provide a pre-planned tour or your group can have a customized e-bike tour with us. At Greenbelt Bike Tours we specialize in group experiences.
Duration: 2 to 3 hours.

See and experience the very best tourist sights found within Phoenix. This tour is a photo sightseeing tour, is fast paced and includes a robust walk in the Sonoran desert.

Free photo lessons are offered.

See our amazing and colorful street art that reflects our passion and respect for artists and their concepts of life here in Phoenix and the amazing experience of the Sonoran desert that surrounds our metro area.

You'll see examples of our neighborhoods that boast spanish and modern architecture design.

Come and see firsthand how we live here and see what makes Phoenix one of America's most visited cities.
Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes.

This tour has it all! Cruise with the only authorized Cyrusher tour operator in the country, with our easy-to-ride FAT Tire E-Bikes! NO PEDALING REQUIRED. Experience Historic Old Town Scottsdale, The Scottsdale Waterfront, Camelback Mountain, and EVERYTHING Scottsdale has to offer, all while cruising on easy to ride Cyrusher Kommoda E-Bikes (Training Provided)! Be prepared for ample photo opportunities, and the sunny Scottsdale weather, on this ultimate adventure!
After your private one on one training session in a controlled environment where guests become comfortable with operating the Fat Tire E-Bikes safely, our professional tour guides lead you through Old Town Scottsdale to a jaw dropping, pedestrian-only, 11.5 mile pathway that brings you to 10 of the most sought after, picturesque locations Arizona has to offer. Be prepared for ample photo opportunities, and the sunny Scottsdale weather, on this ultimate Arizona adventure.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

What Makes This Tour Unique:

Immerse in Papago Park's Beauty: Discover one of Phoenix's most expansive parks, an urban oasis in the Sonoran Desert.

Unique Scenic Path: Stroll a beginner-friendly, one-mile trail featuring spectacular views and hidden gems.

Iconic Landmarks: Visit Hole in the Rock, Four Peaks, Hunts Tomb, and spot the Phoenix Zoo along the way, with perfect photo opportunities.

Local Insight: Learn fascinating facts about the area’s flora, history, and unique geological features from knowledgeable guides.

Rejuvenating Yoga Finale: Conclude with an all-levels yoga session, soaking in panoramic desert views for the ultimate relaxation.

Seasonal Experience: Available exclusively from November to April, offering the best weather for desert exploration.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

Take a super fun, guided two-hour hike in the Sonoran Desert with Mad Desert Trekking. We’ll customize the hike to your mileage, terrain and grade preferences.
- 2 hours on the trail
- Meet your guide at the trailhead
- Difficulty scale: Easy to strenuous—you choose the level!

Explore the awesome Sonoran Desert in Phoenix, Arizona, with a fun, experienced, professional local Mad Desert Trekking guide. Experience the energy of hiking through the Sonoran Desert, the most diverse desert in North America. We love this beautiful trail ... and we know you will, too.

We approach every trip with fun in mind. Plus, our pro guides will show you the secrets of the area that few people know about.

We provide everything you need for your hiking adventure:
- Use of backpacks
- Sunscreen
- Bottled water
- Sports drinks
- Trail snacks
- Plus, cold beverages after finishing your hike.

Our number one priority is your safety. We guarantee a safe, enjoyable and memorable Sonoran Desert experience.
Duration: 2 hours.

The Tour is the perfect introduction to Phoenix’s impressive and world-renowned craft beverage scene. On this compact, three and a half hour adventure, you will go behind-the-scenes, drink with the locals, and taste a variety of up to 12 delicious beers at three of Phoenix’s best craft alcohol producers. All while enjoying a tasty snack to soak up all those delicious suds.
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes.

Experience even more of the fantastic Sonoran Desert and have extra fun with a sustained guided hike of three to four hours. We’ll customize the adventure to your mileage, terrain and grade preferences. Explore the amazing Sonoran Desert in Phoenix, Arizona, fun, experienced, local Mad Desert Trekking guide.

We love the Sonoran Desert ... and we know you will, too.

Why should you book your Camelback Mountain hike with Mad Desert Trekking?

We approach every trip with fun in mind. Plus, our pro guides will show you the secrets of the area that few people know about.

We will provide everything you need for your hiking adventure, including:
- Use of backpacks
- Sunscreen
- Bottled water
- Sports drinks
- Trail snacks
- Plus, cold beverages after finishing your hike.

Our number one priority is your safety. We guarantee a safe, enjoyable and memorable Sonoran Desert experience. The minimum age for this experience is 12. Let's Camelback Mountain!
Duration: 4 hours.

Great views from the Valley of the Sun famous Hole in the Rock as you bike and then Hike! Enjoy the Scottsdale Greenbelt Park system and head into the Rio Salado Tempe Town Lake and Papago Park as we meet and take you for a fun 12-mile 1.45-hour tour. Your tour includes a history of Tempe Town Lake, Papago Park, the Valley of the Sun, and the Rio-Salado Salt River development project.
Included: Guided tour, bikes, neck gaiter & backpack to use for your water and personal items. We will ride on some dirt paths.
Required: Good riding ability and ability to control a bike on a dirt path and enjoy a short hike.
Duration: 1 hour 55 minutes.

We offer group E-Bike Rentals and Self Guided Tours that are great for people of all shapes and sizes.

Let us know where you would like to start your rental, and we will deliver the E-Bikes Directly to you at the time of rental start.
Duration: 4 to 8 hours.

While you're in town, it only makes sense to see the beauty surrounding the Phoenix and Scottsdale area! Yoga With April offers a unique way to experience the nature surrounding our cities.

I offer yoga classes outdoors at some of the most popular desintations! Each location offers amazing views, trails nearby, and restaurants to fuel up after class. Class time(s) range from 6am-7pm. If you're looking for a sunrise or sunset hike, I have you covered!

Yoga mats will be provided, and class can accommodate 1-20 students. This is a perfect way to connect with your travel group, work colleagues, or 1:1 time to truly find a Zen moment.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment!

Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!

Duration: 2 hours.

Experience Scottsdale from our 14 passenger van. Our comprehensive Scottsdale city tour covers over 50 miles of historical and cultural sites. In addition to major landmarks, your Tour Guide will take you to sites where historical events occurred, such as the site where German soldiers dug a tunnel to escape a WWII prisoner of war camp.


Duration: 3 hours.