If you are looking for an activity in Sedona that combines adventure, incredible scenery, and access to areas you cannot reach in your own vehicle, I highly recommend the Pink Jeep Tour Sedona Broken Arrow experience. The ride is bumpy, occasionally steep, and much more adventurous than a normal scenic drive, but I felt safe the entire time.
For first-time visitors who enjoy a little excitement, I think it is one of the best paid activities in Sedona. You can also find additional guided Sedona excursions through Viator if the Broken Arrow Tour is sold out or you want to compare other options.
I chose the Pink Jeep Broken Arrow Tour, the company’s most popular and iconic Sedona experience.
The tour combines scenic viewpoints with off-road driving across rugged trails and massive slickrock formations. It is a good choice for visitors who want to see Sedona’s red rocks but also want something more exciting than a standard sightseeing tour.
If you are still deciding how to organize the rest of your trip, my 3-Day Sedona Itinerary for First-Time Visitors combines the Broken Arrow Tour with hikes, restaurants, viewpoints, and other major Sedona attractions.
Before my first trip to Sedona, I knew I wanted to do some type of off-road adventure.
I wanted an experience I could not easily recreate on my own, and the Broken Arrow Tour immediately stood out. It consistently received excellent reviews and was repeatedly recommended as one of the best things to do in Sedona.
Since it was my first visit, it seemed like the perfect way to experience the red rocks while adding a little excitement to the trip. It is also included in my Best Things to Do in Sedona for First-Time Visitors (14 Can't-Miss Experiences) if you are comparing it with other activities.
The Broken Arrow Tour lasts approximately two hours and includes off-road driving, scenic viewpoints, photo stops, and information from your guide. It is not two straight hours of being bounced around inside the Jeep. We stopped several times to get out, stretch our legs, take photos, and enjoy the scenery.
That balance kept the tour interesting. I never felt rushed, but I also did not finish wishing it had been longer.
The Jeeps have a roof that provides some shade, but the sides are open.
This gives you unobstructed views of Sedona’s red rock landscape and makes it easier to take photos during the ride. It also means you are exposed to the wind, dust, and outside temperature, so dress for the weather.
The Jeeps typically hold around eight to ten passengers.
The group felt small enough that everyone could hear the guide and ask questions while still having a social atmosphere.
Every passenger has a seat belt, and you remain buckled in while the Jeep travels over the rough terrain.
Considering some of the rocks and steep sections you cross, you will be very happy that seat belt is there.
Plan to arrive at least 30 minutes before your scheduled tour time.
This gives you enough time to check in, complete any paperwork, use the restroom, and get settled before departure. Pink Jeep Tours currently lists its Sedona departure location at 204 North State Route 89A in Uptown Sedona. The only exception to the standard check-in time is the 7:00 a.m. departure, which currently has a 6:45 a.m. check-in.
There are restrooms at the Pink Jeep Tours departure location, so use them before leaving. Once the tour begins, you will be traveling through Sedona’s backcountry without normal facilities.
You can bring a small backpack or day bag with essentials such as water, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a light jacket. A small Osprey backpack would work well because it is compact enough to keep with you without taking up much room in the Jeep.
The Pink Jeep Broken Arrow Tour takes you into Sedona’s rugged backcountry and across large slickrock formations that most visitors will never experience on their own.
We made several scenic stops, which gave us time to get out of the Jeep, walk around, take photos, and enjoy the views without trying to photograph everything while bouncing over rocks.
Our guide also shared information about Sedona’s geology, history, wildlife, and recognizable landmarks. That added useful context and made the tour feel like more than an off-road ride.
Chicken Point offers wide views across Sedona’s red rock canyons and valleys.
Submarine Rock was one of my favorite stops. The large sandstone formation looks surprisingly similar to a giant submarine rising out of the desert floor. This area also gives you a clear look at how much slickrock the Jeeps are capable of crossing.
The most exciting part of the tour was the famous Road of No Return, also known as Devil’s Staircase. The steep slickrock descent looks intimidating when the Jeep is positioned at the top, but the driver slowly crawls down the rock face in a controlled way.
Even though it looked incredibly steep, I was not nervous at all. I was smiling the entire time because it was so much fun.
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The Broken Arrow Tour is definitely bumpy. On a scale from 1 to 10, I would rate the bumpiness around a 7.
It does not feel like a fast roller coaster. The Jeep usually moves slowly while crawling over large rocks, ledges, and uneven slickrock. The movement can be rough, but you are not speeding uncontrollably through the desert.
The Road of No Return looks dramatic, but the Jeep approaches the descent slowly and carefully. Our guide was confident and experienced, and I felt completely safe throughout the tour.
Anyone expecting a smooth scenic drive may not enjoy this route. If you want an off-road adventure with a little adrenaline, the rough terrain is part of what makes it fun.
The Broken Arrow Tour is a good fit for travelers who:
You may prefer another Pink Jeep Tour if you:
Pregnant guests are not allowed on the Broken Arrow Tour, so another route or activity would be necessary during pregnancy.
I think the Broken Arrow Tour is best for children who enjoy adventure and do not scare easily.
Personally, I would probably recommend it for ages eight and older, although every child is different.
The ride is fairly bumpy, the Jeep climbs over large rocks, and there are a few steep descents. It is definitely among Pink Jeep Tours’ more adventurous options.
I did not see any children on my tour, but I think most teenagers would absolutely love it.
Children who already enjoy off-road rides and rough terrain will probably have a great time. Younger children or kids who prefer calmer experiences may be more comfortable on another Pink Jeep route that stays on smoother terrain.
The Broken Arrow Tour is one of Pink Jeep Tours’ premium experiences.
The official Pink Jeep Tours website currently lists the standard two-hour tour at $157 per adult and $147 per child ages 2–12. Prices can change, so check the latest rate for your travel date before booking.
It is not an inexpensive activity, especially for a family. However, I genuinely felt that I received good value from the experience.
You are paying for a trained guide, specialized off-road transportation, access to rugged areas you cannot visit in a standard vehicle, scenic stops, and approximately two hours of entertainment.
For me, yes. It was worth every penny.
The Broken Arrow Tour ended up being one of the highlights of my Sedona trip. Between the scenery, the rock crawling, the steep slickrock descents, and the access to areas we could not have reached on our own, it felt like a complete experience rather than a basic sightseeing ride.
If you enjoy adventure and do not mind a bumpy ride, I think it is worth the cost.
For travelers planning to book only one paid activity during their first trip to Sedona, this would be near the top of my list.
I took the tour at the beginning of June, and the weather was perfect.
I recommend bringing:
You do not need hiking boots because the scenic stops do not require a difficult hike, but comfortable shoes are still helpful when walking across uneven rocks.
One item I was especially glad I brought was my phone strap.
There are several steep climbs and descents, and having my phone securely attached allowed me to take photos and videos without worrying about dropping it while the Jeep bounced over the rocks. A phone and wallet crossbody strap is especially useful for this tour because you can keep your phone secure while still reaching it quickly.
Sedona’s sun can also be strong even when the temperature feels comfortable, so I would bring Supergoop face sunscreen and apply it before the tour.
For more details about the temperatures I experienced and the clothing that worked best during my trip, read my What to Wear in Sedona in June guide.
Wear comfortable clothes that can handle sitting, climbing in and out of the Jeep, dust, and changing temperatures.
Because the sides of the Jeep are open, the temperature can feel different while you are moving. A light layer may be useful during cooler months or early morning tours.
I would also avoid loose hats unless they can be secured. The open sides allow plenty of airflow, and you do not want to watch your hat fly into the Sedona backcountry.
The Broken Arrow Tour departs from Uptown Sedona, but you do not have to stay directly beside the tour office. Sedona is compact enough that you can reach Uptown fairly easily from West Sedona, the Village of Oak Creek, or Airport Mesa as long as you account for traffic and parking.
I stayed at Sky Ranch Lodge on Airport Mesa and loved having elevated views over the red rocks while still being a short drive from Uptown. My Sky Ranch Lodge Review: Is It Worth Staying on Airport Mesa? explains the rooms, property, views, food truck, and what it was actually like staying there.
You can also compare Sedona hotels through Booking.com before choosing an area.
Absolutely.
The Pink Jeep Broken Arrow Tour lived up to the hype for me. I would not necessarily book it during every trip to Sedona because there are still so many other hikes, viewpoints, and activities I want to experience, but I would happily take it again with friends or family who had never visited.
I would also choose the Broken Arrow Tour over some of Pink Jeep’s calmer options because I really enjoyed the more adventurous sections. Travelers looking for a relaxing scenic drive should probably choose a different route, but if you are ready for a bumpy ride, steep slickrock descents, scenic photo stops, and access to parts of Sedona most visitors never reach, I think it is worth the investment.
Honestly, I want to experience it again simply because it was that much fun. Since my first tour happened before I started Travel With Wendy Plummer, I would love to return, capture better photos and videos, and relive one of my favorite Sedona experiences.
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