Top Sedona Outdoor Activities

Immerse yourself in Arizona’s beautiful scenery—and enjoy a new way to explore—on this family-friendly kayaking tour along the Verde River. Pick between several departure times, grab your safety gear, and set off in a shuttle to the river with just a small group for company. This beginner-friendly tour includes a relaxing paddle down a 3.1-mile (5-kilometer) stretch of this river, and the chance to take on gentle mini rapids.

Enjoy a 4-hour sightseeing journey by train aboard the Verde Canyon Railroad, which glides through the beautiful wilderness of the American Southwest near Sedona. Nibble light refreshments while traveling on the Verde Canyon Railroad through Arizona’s desert. Ride in a vintage train car or open-air viewing car to get a great perspective on the region’s natural and cultural treasures. See ancient cliff dwellings built by the Native American Sinagua people, historic mining sites and more as your train cruises along a route that follows the Verde River.

Discover the red-hued landscapes and the landmarks of Sedona on a half-day sightseeing tour. Join a small group and stop at top locations including the Chapel of the Holy Cross, the Tlaquepaque Arts Village, and the Peace Park. Gain insight into the geomagnetic vortexes that occur in the city and walk through uptown Sedona, with time to purchase lunch.

Explore the natural wonders of Antelope Canyon, a narrow slot canyon carved by wind and water through the ages. A Navajo guide helps you photograph the shifting light and creamy colors of the sandstone canyon, a must-see amid the splendor of the American Southwest. Views of Glen Dam, Lake Powell, and Horseshoe Bend are included en route from Sedona.

Explore the magic and mysticism of natural vortexes on this small-group tour departing from Sedona. Traveling the region by Jeep, you’ll visit several vortex sites around town and learn about their history, all with the help of an informative guide. Whether you feel the energy on your skin or experience a feeling of enlightenment, find out for yourself the powers of a vortex. Keep things simple with this small-group tour, limited to 10 people for a more intimate experience. Please note this is predominantly a walking tour and you will be required to walk on uneven terrain.

Get an unparalleled peek at the astronomical wonders of the Arizona night sky during this nighttime stargazing excursion. Led by professional astronomers, the tour includes an introduction to the solar system using a high-powered laser pointer. Use specialized telescopes to see close-up views of planets, galaxies, star clusters, and nebula.

Marvel in the beauty of Arizona’s famous red rock country on this two-hour small-group tour departing from Sedona. Ride through the area on a Jeep and discover breathtaking views of ancient canyons and magnificent sandstone formations. A personal guide will clue you in to Sedona’s ecology and history, which includes evidence of human life dating back to 11,500 BC. Avoid the hassle of a big group with this small-group tour, designed for 15 people or less.

Go off-road through Sedona’s red rock landscape on a Jeep tour that’s not too rough, but explores some of the area’s most dramatic scenery. Learn about Arizona geology, local history, plants, and animals as you travel along the base of the rock formations, discovering views to Cathedral Rock, Thunder Mountain, Bear Mountain, and more. This Sedona Jeep tour is limited to 10 people for a fun, personal experience, with departure from a central location in uptown Sedona.

Explore the western canyons of Sedona, Arizona on this guided, 3-hour, 4x4 tour. See this desert town's red-rock buttes, steep canyon walls, and pine forests — a scenic drive full of fun for the entire family. Along the way, learn about the history of the area, the rock formations, and the local traditions. Choose from one of several departure times throughout the day.

The perfect mix of outdoor adventure and relaxation, this tour combines a kayaking excursion with wine tasting in Arizona’s Verde Valley. Paddle down the Verde River in a kayak and stop at a vineyard for a sommelier-led tasting. Feel safe with a guide who can offer paddling and safety tips, as well as sharing information on the river’s flora and fauna.

Unleash your inner adventurer on this ATV tour of western Sedona. Ride down a desert trail surrounded by red-rock bluffs, steep canyon walls, and trees to get to lookouts, vistas, and quiet locations away from the sightseeing crowds. See spots of Sedona that have been used as filming sites for more than 40 movies, and drive up to the top of Skeleton Bone Mountain.

Sedona has some of the most impressive sights in all of Arizona, but by going on big tours of the area, you can sometimes miss out on views by being blocked or by rushing through areas faster than you’d like to. This Sedona Self-Guided E-bike Tour allows you to explore Red Rock sights and the Tlaquepaque Arts and Shopping Village at your own pace by e-bike.

Along with its red-rock formations, Sedona is known for stargazing in the dark night sky, but if you don’t know where to go for the perfect sights, you could miss out on some really cool experiences. This Sedona UFO and Stargazing Night Tour takes you to three viewing locations for the best sights—one adjacent to the Fay Canyon area, one near Cultural Park Place, and one near Crystal Magic Psychic Center.

This Grand Canyon day trip from Flagstaff or Sedona is limited to no more than 14 people, ensuring you enjoy a more personalized Grand Canyon experience. The tour blends ancient ruins, lava fields, majestic volcanoes, and amazing views throughout Grand Canyon National Park and the remarkable Painted Desert. Highlights include a drive along the South Rim and East Rim; visits to Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument and Wupatki National Monument; and a Southwestern lunch at a historic Navajo reservation.

See the sunset over the Grand Canyon—one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World—during this full-day tour from Sedona or Village of Oak Creek. Visit a historic Navajo trading post and eat dinner at the Grand Canyon Village. National Park entrance fees and round-trip hotel transportation from included.

Experience a transformative reawakening of spirit and reconnection with the earth by direct contact with the sacred sites of Sedona. This tour offers a unique perspective of the vortex sites, their history and how they connect with power spots all over the world. You will learn how to engage with the vortex sites firsthand and the flow of the unique energies they emit. Experience the magical and transformative power of the red rocks on a mindful walk through the Peace Park and Stupa. Enter a medicine wheel and learn about its history and usage by the ancients. Travel through the gorgeous Seven Canyons area and hear the history, beliefs and migrations of the indigenous people that lived there.

There's no better way to witness Arizona's incredible desert beauty than from the above. Get an eagle’s eye view during this helicopters tour of some of Sedona's most famous red rock formations, including the ancient Anasazi cliff dwellings. Along the way, learn about the rich natural history of the area from your trusty pilot and snap some amazing pics.

Go horseback riding in Arizona during this small-group tour in Cottonwood, approximately 30 minutes from Sedona. Meet your guide and set out on a tour through the Alcantara Vineyards. Cross the water where the Verde River and Oak Creek meet, and get up close to see ancient Apache ruins. Admire panoramic mountain views during this scenic excursion. No prior experience is necessary.

Sedona is a huge travelers’ pick, usually for its stunning red-rock canyons, but this Arizona desert town also holds a sacred side some overlook. This Sedona Vortex and Chakra Tour lets you experience that version of Sedona by taking you to Amitabha Stupa and Peace Park to learn about many healings that have happened there. Plus, you’ll also get a chakra reading done to hear about your potential future.

Experience the magical red rock landscape of Sedona from the air during this helicopter tour of the Anasazi cliff dwellings. Along the way, take in spectacular desert views and marvel at the windswept rock formations for which the area is known. Leave no trace, break no sweat, and be sure to bring your camera!

Solo travelers please contact us directly. Experience and learn about the legendary Sedona Vortex phenomenon on this enriching tour that is both spiritual and scientifically satisfying for both the heart and the mind. I combine years of experience as a local tour guide and outdoorsman to make this happen as I take you on a journey through some of Sedona's most unique and amazing local sites. Learn what a vortex is, how the concept originated in Sedona, The Native American connection, how the geology relates, scientific discoveries, and more. This way you leave having the experience of years in Sedona, with knowledge of energy and how to work with it*Each tour is performed by the local owner, to maintain quality and experience.

Go off-roading in Sedona's rugged desert terrain on a Jeep tour that follows a historic stagecoach route that runs between Sedona and Flagstaff. See highlights that may include Damnfino Canyon, Oak Creek Canyon, and the Mogollon Rim, which marks the edge of the Colorado Plateau in Arizona. Stop for photo ops of the spectacular red rock formations and canyon scenery that makes this part of Arizona so famous, and learn about the region's history from your expert guide.

Explore Arizona’s Verde River with a dedicated guide on this private kayak tour. Depart from a designated pickup point in a UTV and enjoy an off-road adventure on the way to the launch point. Sit atop your kayak and enjoy a guided tour through the river, taking in the landscapes along the way. Enjoy stops at several water holes to swim and cool off before heading back.

Pack in a full itinerary to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon on this day trip from Sedona. Your guide makes stops at the Navajo Nation and Cameron Trading Post as well as scenic overlooks at the Painted Desert cliffs, Little Colorado River Gorge, and Desert View Drive. Round-trip hotel transport is provided from Sedona or Village of Oak Creek.