About this tour
When Mia from our team tackled this 19-mile UTV blast through the Mojave, she spent the first hour getting briefed on safety and fitted into gear, then had 90 minutes of proper trail time navigating dirt, sand, and rock. You're piloting your own machine (either a Commander 700 or one of the X3 models, depending on group size) through twists, dips, and off-camber terrain that'll test your steering and nerve. The landscape is raw desert—sparse, quiet between the engine noise, and genuinely technical. Mostly day-trippers and adventure seekers, with a solid safety focus keeping things in check.
Highlights
- Gear up with helmet-mounted intercom to chat with your guide mid-ride
- 90 actual minutes steering your own UTV across varied Mojave terrain
- Helmet's built-in sunglasses beat squinting at glare all afternoon
- Mix of dirt, sand, and rock keeps the driving challenging and fresh
- Damage deposit refunded if you keep the machine in one piece
- Suitable for all fitness levels; minimal technical strength needed
- Real-time communication with guide and other riders throughout
What to expect
You'll arrive and spend a solid hour on safety briefing and gear fitting—helmets, gloves, intercoms, the lot. It's thorough, not rushed, and genuinely sets you up to feel confident. Once you're helmeted and synced, you roll out for 90 minutes of steering. The terrain shifts between packed dirt, softer sand, and rockier sections, with plenty of inclines and dips to keep your hands busy. Pacing is steady rather than flat-out—you're managing the machine, not racing—which suits mixed-ability groups. The Mojave itself is sparse and open, so you're not hemmed in by vegetation. You'll notice the dust, feel the engine vibration, and hear your guide's voice keeping things on track. Most riders find the 1.5-hour drive time honest and enough to feel genuinely tested without being exhausting.
Good to know
This works for anyone from tentative first-timers to confident off-road folk, and the intercom rig lets you stay in touch with your guide and crew. Bottled water's included, and the helmet-mounted sunglasses are a smart touch in desert glare. If you're fit enough to steer and hold on, you'll manage it.
There's a pre-authorised damage deposit (£1,500–£2,100 AUD equivalent) held on your card day-of; you get it back if nothing breaks, but accidents happen on rocks. Not recommended for anyone with spinal injuries or if you're pregnant. Kids must be 42 inches tall and at least 4 years old, but expect a young child to tire. It's genuinely hot in the Mojave, so bring water beyond what's provided and wear sunscreen under your gear. Two-and-a-half hours total (with prep), so plan transport to/from your accommodation. Peak season brings crowds, so book early.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.