LAS VEGAS ATV/UTV FIELD GUIDE
Three Hours from the Strip: A High-Speed Buggy Run into the Mojave
A guided, 3-hour desert buggy adventure that includes shuttle pickup from Mandalay Bay, hands-on driving instruction, an hour on off-road trails, and a chance to spot rare desert wildlife.
Three Hours from the Strip: A High-Speed Buggy Run into the Mojave.
Leave the neon for a few hours and cross into the Mojave: a compact, high-energy outing that combines a hotel pickup in Las Vegas with on‑site instruction and an hour of guided buggy driving through sandy trails and canyons.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Door-to-desert shuttle from Mandalay Bay
The tour begins with a convenient shuttle pick-up at the Mandalay Bay Hotel (front entrance, lower level), which ferries the group straight out of the city to the operator’s private riding location in the Mojave Desert.
Hands-on buggy driving with safety orientation
On arrival you’ll be issued safety gear and given a step‑by‑step orientation on how to drive the buggies—no prior off‑roading experience required—before setting out on the guided trails.
Mojave canyons, sandy trails and desert wildlife
The core of the trip is an hour-long journey through sand and canyons where wide desert vistas dominate and there’s even a chance to spot rare desert animals.
What the day feels like
What it feels like
The flow is compact and direct: a short shuttle from the Strip, a quick safety briefing and familiarization, then an hour of guided driving where the landscape opens up—sandy tracks, steep-sided washes and wide Mojave sky—before being brought back to the city with a little dust and big memories.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who gets the most out of this outing—and who should steer clear.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
This is a 3-hour tour from pickup to return.
Pickup is at Mandalay Bay Hotel (Front Entrance, Lower Level - Shuttle and Tour Pick Up), 3950 S Las Vegas Blvd.
Bring a valid form of ID (driver’s license, state ID, passport or military ID). Closed-toe shoes are required; long pants are recommended.
Not recommended for travelers with back problems, pregnant travelers, or those with heart problems/other serious medical conditions.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The entire outing is a 3-hour tour.
Where do I meet the shuttle?
The shuttle departs from Mandalay Bay Hotel (Front Entrance, Lower Level - Shuttle and Tour Pick Up) at 3950 S Las Vegas Blvd.
Do I need previous off-roading experience?
No—no off-roading experience is required; the operator provides a step-by-step orientation and safety gear before the drive.
What should I bring on the tour?
Bring a valid form of ID (driver’s license, state ID, passport or military ID). Closed-toe shoes are required and long pants are recommended.
Are there any medical or age restrictions?
The tour is not recommended for travelers with back problems, pregnant travelers, or those with heart problems or other serious medical conditions.
Will I see wildlife on the trip?
There is a chance to spot rare desert animals while driving through the Mojave, though sightings are not guaranteed.