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150–180 minutes
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Wild Desert Tours
Wild Desert Tours
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8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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Discover Southern California's hidden jewel, as you drive some of the top engineered, off-road vehicles through a challenging and unexpected course in the Mojave Desert. Our goal is to provide Southern California and surrounding areas with one of the most amazing off-roading experiences and be globally recognized. Our guides lead the tours and provide expertise should anything go wrong (e.g., tire puncture, broken belt, etc.). Through our live-communication helmets, tour guides also are able to provide instruction for upcoming turns, hidden dips, and terrain variations. Based in Helendale California, Joshua and his team, continue to provide 5-Star experiences on a daily basis. Drive some of the latest vehicles by Can-Am on our adrenaline-filled terrain, and see what all the hype is about!
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4WD Tours
1–2 hours
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4WD Tours
3 hours
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4WD Tours
2–3 hours
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4WD Tours
3 hours
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Meg D
5 contributions
May 2021
My friends and I did the 42-mile tour with our guide Ray. We had the BEST time! We booked the 4pm tour and it was hot but once you get going it feels amazing and we got to catch the beginning of the sunset.
There were three of us and we all wanted to drive so we took turns to drive. Ray had the course split up so we could safely switch drivers, take pictures, and have some water.
Ray was a great guide. One of my friends was a bit more nervous to drive and he could not have been more patient, kind, and encouraging. He communicated well and made us laugh (not always easy to do). One of the headset radio's stopped working partway through the trip when my friend was driving, he brought us to a safe space to pull off and quickly switched out her headset, then off we went again.
I'll admit the video you watch before you ride made me nervous, but once in the gear and on the trail I always felt safe. The vehicles are well maintained and you can tell this company cares about keeping its customers safe and its vehicles in the best condition.
We didn't get too dirty, just a nice dusting. They have an air compressor back at the garage where you can blow off the excess dirt before getting back into your car. They also have a bathroom with a shower, which we didn't use but I was presently surprised they offered this.
If you are looking to try our dune buggies this is the place!
There were three of us and we all wanted to drive so we took turns to drive. Ray had the course split up so we could safely switch drivers, take pictures, and have some water.
Ray was a great guide. One of my friends was a bit more nervous to drive and he could not have been more patient, kind, and encouraging. He communicated well and made us laugh (not always easy to do). One of the headset radio's stopped working partway through the trip when my friend was driving, he brought us to a safe space to pull off and quickly switched out her headset, then off we went again.
I'll admit the video you watch before you ride made me nervous, but once in the gear and on the trail I always felt safe. The vehicles are well maintained and you can tell this company cares about keeping its customers safe and its vehicles in the best condition.
We didn't get too dirty, just a nice dusting. They have an air compressor back at the garage where you can blow off the excess dirt before getting back into your car. They also have a bathroom with a shower, which we didn't use but I was presently surprised they offered this.
If you are looking to try our dune buggies this is the place!
Written May 31, 2021
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Andi G
Los Angeles, CA31 contributions
Feb 2021 • Couples
My husband and I came here for my bday. We found this for a safe outdoor adventure. It was everything we wanted. A 28 miles driving adventure w/ bumps, turns and small jumps. This is great for anyone looking for out of the city fun. Ask for tour guide Ray he’s the best!!! Thanks for the laughs and screams.
Written February 5, 2021
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JennySchro
Cleveland, OH112 contributions
Aug 2024 • Family
We really enjoyed our tour through the desert! We appreciated that the guides had Bluetooth communications with us, so we could follow the different terrains. My suggestion is if you’re prone to motion sickness, you may want to take something in advance because there are a lot of bumps. Overall, great tour!
Written August 7, 2024
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Rafael N
Santa Clarita, CA2 contributions
Jul 2020 • Family
Had an amazing time celebrating my son’s 18th birthday today! We enjoyed our time driving the Can-Am Maverick X3. Our tour guide Ray was awesome and very knowledgeable of the area. We will definitely be back again!
Written July 8, 2020
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Gregory Brito
1 contribution
Feb 2021 • Couples
Ray was amazing. Super welcoming and informative. He made the riding experience amazing. Typically on rides where you have to follow someone the tour guides are overbearing and lack excitement. Ray was attentive, relaxed and yet allowed us to have fun. I would definitely come here to ride again.
Written February 16, 2021
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ParkerFam1
Plantation, FL8 contributions
Jul 2021 • Family
The ride was amazing! My son actually drove as this was something he really wanted to do. He loved the straight road where he could rip it to full speed. But also loved the bumpy terrain. I got a bit over heated but our tour guid was ready to help me with a cool cloth, frozen Gatorade, water, and patience. Overall great experience and great facility. Only suggestion for future riders, bring a change of clothes to change into after!!!
Written July 18, 2021
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Iris B
1 contribution
Jun 2021 • Couples
So much fun and a gorgeous view of the Mojave! Our guide Andrew was the best! He even recommended cool hidden camping spots!
Written June 21, 2021
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470jamesedu
Alabama, NY1 contribution
Jun 2021 • Family
Great fun must do again andrew was amazing cars are fast and shifty loved it highly recommended even kids can ride
Written June 21, 2021
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Alecx B
3 contributions
Jun 2021 • Friends
Fun!! They instruct you with dos and donts so you don’t have to be afraid if you’re a begginer! Will definitely do this again!! I also recommend doing the 5pm tour, sunset was very pretty. Kudos to Andrew for being so accommodating.
Written June 13, 2021
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Denise LaShai
1 contribution
Apr 2021 • Friends
Jenny and Candace were the best! High speed areas were awesome! Military discounts and no accidents made it even better!
Written April 17, 2021
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What is the age limit for the tours? I'd like to ride in one vehicle with my family. Myself, my husband (driver), and my three boys (11, 9, & 6). Is that possible?
Written July 1, 2021
Hi Shamieka,
Included on the tour:
Coffee
Bottled water
Gasoline
Gloves
Helmets
Bodily Injury Insurance
Optional:
GoPro Rental
Tire Insurance
Please let us know if you have anymore questions!
Written January 11, 2020
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