Sonoran Desert Hiking: Experience Arizona's Stunning Sky
5.0
226 Ratings
Phoenix
Experience the stunning beauty of Arizona's Sonoran Desert with Mad Desert Trekking. Join us for a sunrise or sunset hike and discover the secrets of this unique landscape. Book now!
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Starbucks - Experience a breath-taking Arizona sunrise or sunset in the Sonoran Desert. We’ll customize the hike to your mileage, terrain and grade preferences.
  • 2 hours
  • Meet your guide at the trailhead.
  • Difficulty scale: Easy to difficult—you pick the level!

Experience an incredible sunrise or sunset in the Sonoran Desert of Phoenix. Ascend to a mountain viewpoint for a great view of the Valley of the Sun and the Phoenix Metro Area and see the Sonoran Desert for more than 40 miles to the west.

What's Included
  • Sunscreen
  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
  • Cold beverages after hiking
  • Backpacks
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Take in a breathtaking sunrise or sunset in the unique Sonoran Desert in Phoenix, Arizona, guided by a fun-loving, knowledgeable, local from Mad Desert Trekking. Discover the cause behind the extraordinary sunrises and sunsets in Arizona.

Wondering why you should schedule your Sonoran Desert sunrise or sunset hiking journey with Mad Desert Trekking?

Our priority is to ensure every expedition is filled with fun. Moreover, our expert guides will reveal hidden secrets of the region that are only known to few.

We supply everything you require for your hiking journey, including:

  • Provision of backpacks
  • Sunblock
  • Bottled water
  • Energy drinks
  • Trail munchies
  • Plus, refreshing beverages after completing your hike.

Your safety is our utmost concern. We promise a safe, pleasant, and unforgettable Sonoran Desert encounter.

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 use the parking lot to the west. Uber and Lyft offer convenient drop-off service at the Starbucks.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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(226 Ratings)
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Kimrr4997wd
Jun 9, 2024
Wonderful - This was my first time hiking and I had a wonderful hike with Henry in May 2024. He did a great job! I would highly recommend him as your hiking guide.
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Laurata6221fn
Jun 3, 2024
Amazon hiking tour - I had sundown hiking tour. It was an amazing 2 hour hiking trip. Liz is a wonderful tour guide. She is knowledgable and cares about guests. I will definitely go tours with them again next time in Phoenix.
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Kimberley
Jun 2, 2024
Don’t miss opportunity to see this sunset! - Cooper was my guide through the Sonora desert for a sunset hike. Here on a business trip, I really only had one day to make the most of sightseeing in the Phoenix area. I’m really glad I chose this tour. Cooper was extremely knowledgeable about the area, its history, and every type of plant we passed, and every type of animal we did, or possibly could have come across. Luckily, we saw way more plants than critters! If you are in decent physical shape, the hike will get you a little bit winded, but it is 100% doable. Don’t be afraid to try it. We made small stops along the way to look at specific plants, or just take in the amazing views. 360° panoramic views of the Sonora dessert and surroundings were breathtaking. I think I said “wow” like a million times. Booking the trip was easy, and communication before hand gave me all the information I need to know to plan for the hike. My trip ended up being a small group, and by small, it was just me, but I felt extremely comfortable and safe the entire time, and Cooper made it a really enjoyable experience.
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Louise_m
Jun 1, 2024
Awesome Sunset Hike - We had such a great hike with Cooper. He had a lot of knowledge about plant and animal life in the area. He brought water, snacks, sunscreen. The hike itself was not too tough, yet not too easy. And, of course the sunset was beautiful.
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Chelsea
May 27, 2024
Perfect “Easier” Hike for Vacationers - Wonderful hike with Jay for us amateur out of towners! I researched a lot of Phoenix area hikes and this was the right one! Perfect if you want a shorter hike with views of the city and nature. Jay was so knowledgeable of history and plants, we loved learning all about it! He brought water, snacks, poles, and head lamps, added some Liquid IV to my water when I got lightheaded. Made sure we were safe on the hike and waiting for our Uber after. Jay is also an expert photographer, he captured lots of great pics of us. We accidentally left our water bottles in his pack and Jay went above and beyond to get them back to us. We’d love to go on another hike with Mad Desert Trekking next time we’re here.
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V2668ewalana
May 21, 2024
Standout experience - Truly a standout experience. The scenery and sunset were beautiful. Our guide Jay made it really special, super nice guy, very prepared and very knowledgeable! And found the perfect balance of sharing his knowledge and managing the experience. Highly recommend!!
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Joymcfarland
May 14, 2024
Good hike with an awesome guide! - The hike was nice and on a trail that was not busy with other tourists. Liz the guide was very personable and knowledgeable. I highly recommend this experience and you will be lucky if you have Liz as a guide.
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Melinda_m
May 8, 2024
Gorgeous hike up to swoon worthy sunset! - What an awesome experience! Being in town for a conference we wanted to also enjoy the spectacular scenery, but where to go? Enter Mad Desert Trekking! Liz was a fantastic guide, knowledgeable about the local flora and fauna, super kind, and set a pace we could manage without making a big deal about me stopping every few feet to take photos, even taking some of my friend and I. No need for a selfie, whaaat?!? Wonderful tour and worth every penny!
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Paultr9826pi
May 6, 2024
Sunset Hike - We had an incredible Sunset hike! Our guide, Liz, was friendly and informative! She made the hike perfect for our family. We took breaks when we needed and still made it to the top of the mountain for the perfect family photo as the sunset behind the mountains. We highly recommend this to anybody looking for an adventure. Ask for Liz when you make your reservations!!
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Scottmoney10
May 6, 2024
Henry is the best - Henry is the man! My wife and I did his guided sunrise hike and had the best time. He was so knowledgeable of the plant life and the history of the area. He was very nice and was great about going at our pace. We highly recommend.
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