4hr - Black Sands Scenic ATV Tour near Bend, Oregon

Summary Description

The Black Sands Scenic Tour will take you on an incredible up-close journey through the Cascade Mountains in Bend, OR. This 4 hour journey is packed with beautiful views, lava tube caves, and some of central Oregon best trails this tour is for you.

Highlights
  • Feel the thrill of driving your own ATV!
  • Admire the fascinating scenery of the Cascade Mountains
  • Explore rugged terrain in complete comfort
  • Explore Ancient Lava Tube Caves
  • Explore the Hidden Volcanic Sand Dunes
  • Description

    THE EXPERIENCE:
    Octane Adventures operates Guided and Self-Guided ATV Tours in the most scenic regions of Central Oregon. On our ATV Tours you will not only experience the thrill of driving an ATV, you will get to marvel at unique geological features such as "skylight" Lava Tube Caves, Serene Alpine Lakes, Volcanic Sand Dunes, Ancient Lava Flows, and some of Central Oregon's Best 360 Views.

    THE EQUIPTMENT:
    Brand New Polaris RZR XP1000 4 Seaters! From the moment you sit in the driver’s seat, you’ll feel right at home. For your convenience, each ATV is Fully loaded with Polaris Ride Command which includes a reverse camera, Bluetooth stereo, and most importantly, a user-friendly GPS Navigation System, ensuring effortless navigation for both driver and passengers. Our vehicles boast automatic transmission and power steering, making them incredibly easy to operate. So, whether you’re a seasoned rider or a complete novice, you’ll feel confident and in control every step of the way!

    Included / Excluded
    What's Included
    • Experienced Guide
    • Brand New Fully Loaded ATV's
    • Helmet and Goggles
    • Safety Walkthrough and Demonstration
    What's Not Included
    • Excludes Food and drinks
    Start / End Locations

    Start Location: Octane Adventures - Scenic Cascade Tours, 299088, Sisters, OR, USA

    Important Information
    Know Before You Book
    • Must be 21 to drive or 25 to drive with a minor
    Know Before You Go
    • You Must Bring Your ID
    • Arrive 25-35 minutes before your Tour Start Time
    • Dress with multiple Layers
    • Your clothes may get dusty and dirty
    Cancellation

    Cancellation Policy: standard

    Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

    Cancellation Notes: Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

    Options

    4 Seater ATV

    Priced per ATV that seats up to 4 people total

    RETAIL PRICE
    Adult (13-64 years) $550.00
    Points of interest
    • Black sands, Santiam Junction, OR, USA
    • Skylight Cave, McAllister Road, Sisters, OR, USA
    • Brandenburg Shelter, Sisters, OR, USA
    • Cache Creek Toll Station, Old Santiam Wagon Road, Sisters, OR, USA
    • FAQ

      What do I Need To Bring

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      ALL DRIVERS MUST CARRY A VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE WHILE ON THE TRAILS. The Forest Service patrols the trails just like the highways.

      What Age Restrictions Are There?

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      To drive the ATVs you must be 21 years old, or 25 years old with passengers who are minors. Children have to be able to sit in there chair and be able to wear a standard automotive seatbelt or harness typically that is around 48″ tall.

      Choosing Between Guided and Self Guided Adventures

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      Join our guided tours and you’ll drive your own machine, led by one of our professional guides. Their expertise ensures efficient navigation to every point of interest and personalized attention to your group’s needs.

      Prefer a more independent adventure? Opt for our self-guided options. Perfect for those familiar with the area or experienced in ATV activities, these tours offer flexibility and freedom.

      Whichever you choose, guided or self-guided, both promise an exhilarating experience that’s sure to surpass your expectations!

      Choosing Between the 4-hour and 8-hour Self-Guided adventure

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      This is our most common question before booking a Self guided Adventure. You can see most of the points of interest in the 4-hour timeframe if you take shortcuts and don’t spend a lot of time at each of the Points of interest. Most of our self-guided guests prefer making a day of it on a full-day (8-hour) adventure. You can pack a lunch and spend the day exploring at your own pace. You can also call for an early pickup if you don’t want o to be out all day. If you’re considering a 4-hour adventure the guided option is very efficient for seeing all of the best locations.

      When and Where do we Meet

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      You will meet us and depart from our trailhead location. You will receive detailed directions in your booking confirmation after completing your booking. Our primary location is 5 miles outside of Sisters. Typically it is about 30 minutes from bend and 45-50 minutes from Sunriver.

      Tour Guide Gratuity

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      An 18% gratuity will be automatically applied to your reservation for:

      Groups of 6 or more machines

      Tours on Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day.

      Otherwise, gratuity is not included in the price of the tour but greatly appreciated by our guides.

      Reservations and Cancellations

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      ATV Tours are conducted regardless of weather conditions, except in extreme circumstances. If Octane Adventures has to cancel for any reason, you will receive a full refund. Do not be late for your reservation or your booking may be forfeited.

      You can make any changes or cancellations up to 48 hours before your tour date and you will receive a full refund minus a non-refundable 10% fee.

      If you make any changes or cancellations within 48 hours, you can reschedule, take an in-store credit or 50% of the trip payment will be forfeited.

      We do not offer refunds for cancellations within 24 hours of your tour.

      NO-SHOWS:

      No refunds are given for No-Shows. Cancellations after 5pm the day prior to the tour or cancellations the day of the tour are considered a No-Show.

      Credit Card Damage Deposits

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      For ATVs, we do hold a damage deposit of $1000 on the day of your tour. However, if you damage a machine you are subject to the damage waiver limits that you selected. We will automatically charge the card on file for repairs or the damage waiver deductible. Before departure and upon return, you will inspect the machines just like you would a car rental. You will be responsible for any and all damages to the machines while they are in your care. Other charges may also include late fees, recovery fees, and revenue lost from existing bookings, which are impacted due to a machine being down for repairs.