A high-energy three-hour buggy tour from Mandalay Bay that puts you on sandy trails and through desert canyons of the Mojave. Ideal for anyone seeking a motorized taste of the wild without technical skill — just bring closed-toe shoes and a sense of adventure.
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You climb into a low-slung buggy and the city noise thins to a distant hum as the Mojave opens up: sandy washes, red-rock gullies and wind-sculpted ridgelines that dare you to push the throttle. Dust rises like a short-lived memory while the guide points out tracks of a cottontail and the silhouette of a hawk riding the thermals.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels — able to climb into a low vehicle and tolerate bumps.
Wildlife
History
The Mojave was traversed by Southern Paiute peoples and later shaped by 19th-century mining and ranching; many trails follow older travel routes.
Conservation
Stay on designated tracks to protect cryptobiotic soil and desert plants; vehicles off-route cause long-lasting damage and disturb wildlife.
Reserve your spot on the Las Vegas Desert Buggy Experience today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Book morning or late-afternoon departures
Temperatures drop and photo light improves outside midday in the Mojave.
Wear closed-toe shoes and long pants
Vehicles kick up sand and small rocks; pants and shoes protect legs and feet.
Bring a refillable water bottle
Organizers provide water but having your own keeps you hydrated between stops.
Use provided goggles or bring sunglasses plus a bandana
Dust is inevitable; eye protection and a bandana make the ride more comfortable.
Closed-toe hiking or trail shoes
Protects feet from hot sand and sharp rocks when entering or exiting the buggy.
Long pants
Shields legs from brush, sun and wind-blown grit on the trail.
Sunglasses or goggles
Reduces glare and keeps dust out of your eyes; goggles are often provided.
summer
High-SPF sunscreen and lip balm
Desert sun is intense even in cooler months; apply before the tour and reapply after.
summer