Best Jeep Tours in Sedona: How to Choose the Right One

Quick Answer: The best Jeep tour in Sedona is Pink Jeep's Broken Arrow Tour — the most extreme off-road experience and the tour Sedona locals recommend most often. Alternatives include Soldier Pass (via Pink Jeep or Red Rock Western), the Diamondback Gulch tour (A Day in the West), and Honanki Heritage Site tours for ancient cliff dwellings. Book 1–3 weeks ahead in peak season.

Jeep tours are the single most-recommended activity in Sedona. They let you access backcountry trails you can't legally drive on your own, cliff dwellings you can't easily hike to, and vortexes with 4×4-only access. This guide breaks down every major tour company, every popular trail, and how to pick the right one for your group.

The Major Sedona Jeep Tour Companies

Pink Jeep Tours (Since 1960)

• Website: pinkadventuretours.com
• Fleet: Bright pink custom Jeep Wranglers
• Reputation: The original, most famous, and generally the most polished
• Exclusive tours: Broken Arrow (their signature)

Red Rock Western Jeep Tours / A Day in the West / Sedona Offroad Adventures

• Website: sedonajeeptours.com
• Fleet: Red Jeeps, yellow Jeeps, orange Hummers
• Reputation: Sedona's oldest continuously family-owned tour company (Bradshaw family, since 1949). Reliable, deep local history knowledge.
• Best for: Honanki tours, Mogollon Rim tours, film-history buffs (Bob Bradshaw worked on Hollywood westerns)

Safari Jeep Tours

• Website: safarijeeptours.com
• Fleet: Green Jeeps
• Reputation: Smaller operator, dog-friendly, more customizable
• Best for: Families with pets, private tours

Barlow Jeep Rentals

• Website: barlowjeeprentals.com
• Reputation: DIY option — rent a Jeep and drive yourself
• Best for: Confident off-road drivers who want independence

The Trails: Which Off-Road Route Is Right For You?

Broken Arrow — The Classic Extreme Tour

• Difficulty: Wildest ride in Sedona; steep slickrock descents
• Length: 2 hours
• Highlights: Chicken Point, Devil's Staircase, Submarine Rock
• Book with: Pink Jeep Tours (exclusive access)
• Best for: Adventure seekers, teens+ who want the thrill
• Skip if: You have serious neck/back issues, are pregnant, or hate rollercoasters

The most extreme off-road tour in Sedona and often the highest-rated activity in the entire town. Not for the faint-hearted but everyone from grandparents to 8-year-olds ends up loving it.

Soldier Pass — Best Combination of Views + Adventure

• Difficulty: Moderate off-road
• Length: 2 hours
• Highlights: Devil's Kitchen sinkhole, Seven Sacred Pools, Soldier Pass Cave overlook
• Book with: Pink Jeep Tours (2-hr) or Red Rock Western (private options)
• Best for: People who want the highlight reel

Diamondback Gulch — Best for Views & Rock Formations

• Difficulty: Mild–moderate off-road
• Length: 2 hours
• Highlights: Capitol Butte, Chimney Rock, Doe Mesa
• Book with: A Day in the West / Red Rock Western
• Best for: Photographers who want big landscape shots

Honanki Heritage Site — Best for Culture & History

• Difficulty: Mild off-road
• Length: 3–4 hours
• Highlights: Sinagua cliff dwellings (A.D. 1150–1350), petroglyphs
• Book with: Pink Jeep Tours (Ancient Ruin Tour) or Red Rock Western
• Best for: History buffs, families with older kids

Schnebly Hill / Mogollon Rim — Best for Big Aerial Views

• Difficulty: Rugged (bumpy road)
• Length: 2.5–3 hours
• Highlights: Rim of Sedona at 7,500 feet elevation, Merry-Go-Round Rock
• Book with: Pink Jeep or A Day in the West
• Best for: Photographers, drone pilots (from legal spots)

Vortex Tour — Best for Spiritual Seekers

• Difficulty: Mild off-road
• Length: 2–3 hours
• Highlights: Vortex sites with guided context and meditation
• Book with: Pink Jeep (Well Grounded tour), Sedona Mystical Tours (private)
• Best for: First-time vortex visitors, spiritual seekers

Sunset / Twilight Tour — Best Timing

• Difficulty: Varies (usually Broken Arrow-light)
• Length: 2 hours
• Highlights: Red rocks glowing at golden hour, night sky access
• Book with: Pink Jeep (Broken Arrow Sunset), A Day in the West
• Best for: Couples, honeymooners, photographers

Where to Book (and Where to Meet)

Most Jeep companies have tour centers in Uptown Sedona or West Sedona. Confirm exact meeting locations when you book.

• Pink Jeep Tours HQ: 204 N AZ-89A, Sedona, AZ 86336 · Google Maps
• Red Rock Western / A Day in the West: 2900 W AZ-89A, Sedona, AZ 86336
• Coordinates (Pink Jeep HQ): 34.8710° N, 111.7611° W

Price Ranges (2026)

Tour Type	Length	Price (per person)
Broken Arrow (Pink Jeep)	2 hr	~$120–$135
Soldier Pass	2 hr	~$110–$125
Diamondback Gulch	2 hr	~$100–$115
Honanki Heritage	4 hr	~$140–$160
Grand Canyon day trip	12 hr	$290–$350
Private tours	2–4 hr	$600–$1,500+

Kids' pricing typically starts at 60% of adult. Ages 4+ are welcome on most tours.

What to Bring

• Sunscreen (open-air Jeeps = full sun)
• Sunglasses (essential — dust)
• Closed-toe shoes (required by most companies)
• Layers (Sedona can be 20°F cooler on the Mogollon Rim than in town)
• Water bottle (some companies provide; verify)
• Camera with a strap or case (the ride bounces)
• Small day pack

Do not wear: Sandals, flip-flops, long dangly earrings, loose sun hats.

Health Restrictions

Most Jeep tour companies restrict:

• Pregnancy — Not allowed on any off-road tour
• Recent neck or back surgery — Consult your doctor; probably no
• Chronic neck or back issues — Broken Arrow is off-limits; scenic tours OK
• Age minimum — Typically 4 or 5 years old, depending on company

For less bumpy alternatives, ask about scenic paved-road tours (Sedona Highlights, Trolley tours, or the open-air Jeep Uptown Sedona Trolley tour).

How to Choose: A Quick Matrix

I Want...	Book...
Maximum thrill	Pink Jeep Broken Arrow
Highlight-reel views + short walking	Pink Jeep Soldier Pass
Ancient cliff dwellings	Pink Jeep or Red Rock Western Honanki
History and Western movie lore	A Day in the West
Sunset or moonlit ride	Pink Jeep Broken Arrow Sunset
Vortex + spiritual context	Pink Jeep Well Grounded or Sedona Mystical Tours
To bring my dog	Safari Jeep Tours
A day trip to the Grand Canyon	Pink Jeep Grand Canyon tour
To drive myself	Barlow Jeep Rentals

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best Jeep tour in Sedona? The Pink Jeep Broken Arrow Tour is Sedona's most-recommended Jeep tour and has been for 60+ years. Runners-up: Soldier Pass (Pink Jeep) and Diamondback Gulch (A Day in the West).

How much does a Sedona Jeep tour cost? Standard 2-hour tours run $100–$135 per person. Longer tours (Honanki, Grand Canyon) are $140–$350. Private tours start at $600 per Jeep.

How far in advance should I book a Jeep tour? 1–3 weeks in advance in peak season (March–May, September–November). Broken Arrow sunset tours book out fastest.

Are Sedona Jeep tours safe for kids? Yes — most tours accept kids ages 4+. Broken Arrow is the most extreme; families with young children often prefer Soldier Pass or Scenic Rim tours.

Are Jeep tours worth it if I have my own 4×4? Yes, for two reasons: (1) Guides know history, geology, and hidden spots you won't find alone, and (2) many trails (Broken Arrow, portions of Schnebly Hill) are permitted only to specific tour operators.

Can I bring my dog on a Jeep tour? Yes, on Safari Jeep Tours (dog-friendly with 48-hr notice) and Red Rock Western private tours. Not most standard group tours.

Is Sedona's Trolley Tour a good alternative? Yes — the Sedona Trolley is a paved-road tour covering top landmarks (Chapel of the Holy Cross, Airport Mesa, Uptown). Great for grandparents or anyone with mobility issues. About $16–$21 per person, 55 minutes.

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