Outdoor Adventure Tours

Originally launched in 1964, the Desert Belle has been plowing the waters of Saguaro Lake for over forty years. Relax in air-conditioned comfort on one of her 90 minute narrated public cruises and see exotic Arizona wildlife, towering canyon walls, and dramatic desert vistas.

Private cruises are also available for an unforgettable wedding, birthday, anniversary, or office party. Whatever you choose, The Desert Belle is a unique way to enjoy all the beauty that Arizona has to offer.

This relaxing, narrated cruise is entertaining as well educational for nature lovers of all ages! Saguaro Lake is located within the Tonto National Forest, just 20 minutes from Mesa, Arizona.

Nothing beats winter time in the Sonoran Desert. Warm temperatures, blue skies and breath taking scenery combine to create an oasis in the Phoenix and Scottsdale area. The unique plant life that lives under the hot desert sun is found no where else on earth. Your voyage on our awesome Segway will delight your senses and engage your spirit.

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Located at 80 year old Saguaro Lake Guest Ranch, only 45 minutes from Phoenix in the Tonto National Forest, Saguaro lake Ranch Trail Rides offers some of the best Arizona trail riding in the state. The trails will take you on Saguaro cactus studded ridges, across and along the Salt River, into dry arroyos, and up creosote covered hills that overlook Saguaro Lake. Experienced wranglers and horses will make sure you have both a fun and safe ride.

This really is the best Arizona horseback riding in the American Southwest.

Located near Fort McDowell Casino, Fort McDowell Adventures offers a touch of the Old West and Arizona’s spectacular desert scenery and wildlife on horseback.