Camelback Mountain Attractions & Things to do

Take in the beautiful Arizona Sonoran Desert like never before! Floating 2,000-5,000 feet over the desert in a hot air balloon, the 360 degree unobstructed views and peacefulness of flight is breathtaking. Following your 45-60 minute hot air balloon flight, guests are treated to chilled champagne and catered fare in the heart of the desert, the perfect start to the day.
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes.

Take in the beautiful Arizona Sonoran Desert at sunset like never before! Floating 2,000-5,000 feet over the desert in a hot air balloon, the 360 degree unobstructed views and peacefulness of flight is breathtaking. Following your 45-60 minute hot air balloon flight, guests are treated to chilled champagne (or sparkling cider) and a fruit + cheese plate in the desert, the perfect end to the day.
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes.

Book anywhere from one to 14 seats on this two-hour pub crawl of Old Town Scottsdale (min. six Sun-Thurs), where your certified party bike captain will bring you and your merry band of companions to three of our partner bars, where you'll receive exclusive drink specials and cut-the-line access! And with adult beverages legal on our party bike (available at our on-site booze store), all eyes will be on you as you're raising your cans and solo cups while pedaling and partying at the best that Scottsdale has to offer!
Duration: 2 hours.

Experience everything Scottsdale has to offer as we take you to see Scottsdale’s breathtaking scenery, numerous multi-million dollar art installations, Camelback Mountain, America’s Original Artwalk, and of course, The World Renowned Scottsdale Waterfront District. This tour also provides plenty of information about the historical background of Old Town Scottsdale and the western culture which still remains. Leave behind the stress of learning to ride a Segway and our professional tour guide will take you on one of the highest acclaimed and reviewed tours in the country! With more than 30 points of interest on this 10+ mile route, you will walk away from the tour with several suggestions for local food, activities, and places to visit ensuring you experience Scottsdale and everything it has to offer.


Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.

Experience Scottsdale's Ultimate Exploration tour! Enjoy the sunny Scottsdale weather and be prepared for ample photo opportunities as you roll through eccentric and historically rich Downtown Scottsdale on your own personal Segway transporter. Experience the beautiful scenery and several art installations, while learning about the historical background of Old Town and the culture which still remains. After your private training session in a controlled parking lot, our professional guide will take you through Historic Old Town, the renowned Arts District, and the beautiful Scottsdale Waterfront. With more than 30 points of interests on this 5.5 mile route, you will walk away from the tour with several suggestions (and our exclusive Passport to Savings!) for local food, activities, and places to visit ensuring you experience everything Scottsdale has to offer.
Duration: 2 hours.

Enjoy a scenic hot air balloon flight over the Sonoran Desert viewing 1000's of species of flora, fauna, and wildlife. At altitude touring the majestic views of the surrounding Phoenix metro valley. See sights from altitude such as the McDowell Mountain Regional Park, Downtown Phoenix & Tempe, Camelback Mountain and much more. At the end of your flight, celebrate with a traditional post flight champagne toast and fresh fruit. -will not see the full Sunrise. It’s called a sunrise boots first thing in the morning.


Duration: 4 hours.

This tour combines the excitement of e-biking with the thrill of hiking the Cholla Trail.

We ride to the Greenbelt bike path, an amazing gold star rated path. At almost every turn there are mountain views and bodies of water in our view. After a few miles of riding, we'll cross the Arizona canal and ride into Paradise Valley, the most expensive zip code in area. Celebrities, professional athletes and business magnates live there.

As we safely ride on a meticulously designed route, we'll travel on slow safe streets through Paradise Valley to the Cholla Trail head on Camelback mountain. This is the most popular easy hiking trail in all of Scottsdale. This is an easy hike and gives you the chance to experiences Camelback without getting worn out and tired.

Once we finished our hike, we're back on the bike path headed toward McCormick Ranch. We'll see hidden gems and learn some fun facts in McCormick Ranch that you would definitely miss without a tour guide.
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.

Explore the world-famous Camelback Mountain—the most popular peak in Phoenix, Arizona, with a fun, experienced, local Mad Desert Trekking guide. Experience the thrill and accomplishment of summiting the highest mountain in Phoenix. We love Camelback Mountain ... and we know you will, too.

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

1. We approach every trip with fun and adventure in mind.
2. Our pro guides will show you the secrets of Camelback Mountain that few people know about.
3. All Mad Desert Trekking guides maintain either Wilderness First Responder or EMT certifications.

We will provide everything you need for your hiking adventure, including:
- Use of backpacks
- Sunscreen
- Bottled water
- Sports drinks
- Trail snacks
- Cold beverages following your hike

Our No. 1 priority is your safety. We guarantee a safe, enjoyable and memorable Camelback Mountain hiking adventure!

Mad Desert Trekking

Rad Guides | Bigger Experience | More Adventure
Duration: 3 hours.

** LISTED RATE IS PER GROUP** Enjoy a private tour of the Metro Phoenix area for your group of up to five guests. The tour can be customized from 3 to 6 hours. The itinerary can be tailored to suit your desires of what you would like to see along the route. Typical points of interest could include Downtown Phoenix, the Capitol area, Scottsdale, Arizona State University, Glendale, the Biltmore area and more.  There are options to spend some free time in places such as Old Town Scottsdale, the State Capitol Building, or Catlin Court in Glendale. Route options and local venues can be discussed at booking. Admissions to venues is additional.
Duration: 3 to 5 hours.

Save money with our most popular option, where groups of up to 14 people can book the entire Scottsdale party bike for a two hour fun-filled private pedal party! With exclusive drink specials and cut-the-line at our partner bars, and adult beverages legal on our party bike (available at our on-site booze store), all eyes will be on you as you're raising your cans and solo cups while pedaling and partying at the best that Scottsdale has to offer!
Duration: 2 hours.

What could be more fun than riding around in a golf cart while you discover a new city; and then hiking for around 30 minutes or less on the most popular easy trail to stunning views of the Southwest?

We designed this tour because that idea sounds like a lot of fun. You get to experience Old Town Scottsdale and you also get do some hiking on Camelback without burning yourself out. After the hike, you'll just hop in back in the golf cart and be driven back through Old Town to our starting point. Also, all along the way your tour guide will share fun facts and local history. To the put the cherry on top, you won't have to worry about parking at Camelback when you hike it. There is usually around 1 mile of cars parked on the street at the Cholla Trail head. That means that you often time, you will need to walk a mile, just so you can get the hike started. Our thoughts on that are... pass.

Our golf cart is a brand new 2025 Club Car with comfortable seats and smooth riding.
Duration: 2 hours.

Camelback Mountain is one of the most popular hikes in the entire Phoenix area due to its breathtaking views of the valley.

What truly sets our hiking adventures apart is your guide/instructor – a perfect blend of enthusiasm, knowledge & experience (with a mild obsession of nature facts).

They're not just about showing you the trail; they're about helping you connect with nature, with each other and with your inner warrior.

Though this can be a challenging hike, those who enjoy a challenge, a sense of adventure or who are looking to add some outdoor fitness to their vacation, bachelorette party, team retreat or unique date, this is the perfect option.

Combining the endurance and strength needed for hiking plus the stress-relieving, stretching yoga session with a view makes for not only a balanced experience but a memorable one.

You and your group will you have the most unique photos and you’ll learn a lot about the area while having fun!
Duration: 3 hours.

With over 30 points of interest, you'll see million dollar waterfront homes, Arizona lakes, views of Camelback, McDowell and Mummy Mountains, Arizona canals, major league baseball fields, 100 acres of pristine green space, fun tunnel underpasses that we ride in, PGA rated golf courses, the Grove in the exclusive neighborhood McCormick Ranch, unique Sonoran Desert botanicals, prairie dogs and even bald eagles. But that's not everything, there's more.​​
We travel on a World-Class-Gold-Level rated bike path know as the Greenbelt. We don't bike on the streets and our guests love it. This creates a much more relaxing and stress free vacation experience. If you like beautiful scenery, this tour is perfect for you! We also promise that you will see beautiful locations that many visitors and locals don't even know exist.

With your tour guide you will easily travel between 15 - 20 miles. You'll use our audio system to hear your tour guide's safety instructions and historical narration.
Duration: 2 hours.

Explore the famous architecture, modern art, and desert views that make the cities of Phoenix and Scottsdale such a magical sight. This half-day tour showcases the city's tremendous diversity of culture, scenery, and history, set against the backdrop of the Sonoran Desert. Your pickup begins your excursion to explore the historic Arizona State Capitol building, Old Town Scottsdale, the incredible architecture of the "Jewel of the Desert" at the Arizona Biltmore, and one of the beautiful mountain parks in the Valley.

Duration: 5 hours.

Our buses can accommodate up to 15 guests.
All ages are welcome, however, you must be 21+ to consume alcohol. We have the bluetooth stereo sound, LED lighting, A/C, a cooler for BYOB, and a cool retro vibe feeling!

Duration 2 Hours

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2 hour Bar Hop in Old Town Scottsdale, ASU, or other areas of the Scottsdale/Phoenix metro area. We can provide a road map for your group to hit up some of the area's best locations or we can also be self-directed to your choice of bars/restaurants or other establishments of your choosing. A pickup or meeting place can be arranged. If you require additional hours that can be customized
Duration: 3 hours.