Vegas Desert Buggy Adventure: Mojave Experience
🎯 Why People Book This
🗺️ The Experience
🤔 Is It Worth It?
- you want hands-on time off the Strip, the kind where you're working a wheel through sand instead of looking out a coach window
- you've got a half-day and want it spent outdoors and active, not in a casino or a museum
- you like the idea of leaving the pavement behind for a few hours without committing to a full-day desert trip
- you want the desert as scenery, not as a driving challenge - if you'd rather sit back and take it in, this is the wrong kind of energy
- you're drawn to the machine more than the terrain; the $299 Supercar Track Experience is built around the vehicle itself, and that's a different appetite entirely
- you'd rather spend your downtime physically out in the Mojave than indoors with art and tea, however good both are at what they do
Tour at a Glance
| Duration | 3 hours |
|---|---|
| Price (from) | $150 per person |
| Departure | Meet at the start point |
| Ages | Ages 16+ |
| Group size | Up to 4 per booking |
| Physical level | Easy (all fitness levels) |
| Languages | English |
| Options | 2 options |
| Operator | Best ATV Tours LV |
| Cancellation | Non-refundable |
| Rating | 5/5 (215 reviews) |
✅ What's Included
- Round-trip transportation from Mandalay Bay Hotel
- Desert buggy tour with brand new vehicles
- Use of helmets and goggles
- Professional tour guide
- Water
- Air-conditioned transport vehicle
- All fees and taxes
❌ Not Included
- Gratuities for guide
- Hotel pickup from other Strip hotels
- Food and additional beverages
- Personal items and souvenirs
🛡️ Practical Info
- Departure / Pickup: Meet at Mandalay Bay Hotel, Front Entrance, Lower Level (Shuttle and Tour Pick Up). Parking is available at the hotel. Boarding begins 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
- Best Time to Visit: Morning departures help avoid peak desert heat; a sunset upgrade option is available for cooler late-day riding.
- What to Bring: Closed-toe shoes (required), long pants (recommended), valid photo ID (required for all guests). Water is provided.
- Free Cancellation: No refund is available. All sales are final.
- Booking Tip: Groups are capped at 2–4 per booking; reserve early to secure your preferred time slot, particularly on weekends.
- Physical Level: Suitable for all fitness levels. Not recommended for travelers who are pregnant, have spinal injuries, or have poor cardiovascular health.
- Minimum Age: 16 years. Guests aged 16–17 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. No driver's license required.
- Good to Know: Alcohol and drugs are not permitted before or during the activity. A valid photo ID is required for all participants.
💡 Insider Tip
LasVegasTour Editorial Review
“What you're buying here is access to terrain you can't legally drive yourself, plus the transport that gets you there from the Mandalay Bay front entrance. The three hours include that round-trip shuttle, so actual seat time behind the buggy is shorter than the runtime suggests. No experience needed and all fitness levels welcome, but skip it if you have a spinal or cardiovascular condition. The all-sales-final policy is the one thing to weigh before booking.”
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need off-roading experience to join this tour?▾
No. The operator states no off-roading experience is required. You drive the buggies yourself through sandy trails and canyons, and a professional tour guide leads the tour. A driver's license is not required, but you must have a valid photo ID. Drinking and drug use are not allowed before or during the activity.
What should I wear for the desert buggy ride?▾
Closed-toe shoes are required for all guests. Long pants are recommended. Helmets and goggles are provided. Expect to pick up some dust during the ride.
Is pickup available from other Strip hotels?▾
No. All guests meet at Mandalay Bay Hotel, front entrance, lower level (Shuttle and Tour Pick Up). Parking is available at the hotel. There is no pickup from other locations. Boarding begins 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
What type of terrain will we cover?▾
You drive through sandy trails and canyons in the Mojave Desert. Transportation to and from the riding location is provided in an air-conditioned vehicle.
Are there age restrictions for this tour?▾
Yes. The tour is for ages 16 to 99. Drivers and passengers aged 16 and over are allowed as long as they are accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. All guests must have a valid photo ID. It is not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health. It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
What happens if it's too windy or stormy?▾
This isn't specified in the tour details; confirm the operator's weather policy when booking. Note that all sales are final and no refund is available for cancellations.
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