Hijacked by Science – Scottsdale STEM Puzzle Tour Adventure
Hijacked by Science is a high-stakes golf-cart puzzle tour through Old Town Scottsdale. A mad scientist is loose, threatening mind-control gas, and your team must use STEM-inspired puzzles and real experiments to stop the threat — perfect for analytical adults, STEM enthusiasts, puzzle solvers, and corporate groups seeking strategic, educational adventure.
Difficulty Level: 4/5
Duration: 75 minutes
Price: $59 per person
What’s the Story Behind Hijacked by Science?
A brilliant but unhinged scientist is on the loose in Scottsdale, threatening to deploy a dangerous mind-control gas that would eliminate independent thought. Your team of highly trained experts must pursue the scientist through the city, using their wits to uncover the villain’s scientific secrets and prevent global-scale cognitive conformity.
What’s My Mission on Hijacked by Science?
Your mission is a high-stakes race against the clock to track down the scientist’s plot. You must solve a series of complex, STEM-inspired challenges, including completing a real, hands-on science experiment on the street. Only by working together to decode every scientific clue can you neutralize the threat and save Scottsdale from the mad genius.
Who Is Hijacked by Science For?
This is our most educational and analytically challenging ride, blending creative puzzles with scientific logic.
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STEM-Focused Families & Students
The 4/5 difficulty and hands-on scientific elements make this the perfect adventure for older children, teens, and adults who love to mix discovery with fun.
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Analytical Teams & Puzzle Solvers
Ideal for groups looking for a strategic and engaging challenge that emphasizes logical thinking over historical knowledge.
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Corporate Team Building & Events
A unique, strategy-based activity perfect for developing collaborative problem-solving skills and communication in a high-pressure scenario. This ride is designed to foster STEM-Driven Collaboration & Strategy.
How Does Hijacked by Science Work?
Teams race across Old Town Scottsdale on golf carts to solve a chain of STEM-inspired puzzles, including a real hands-on science experiment, before converging to stop the scientist’s evil plan.
How to Book Hijacked by Science
To book your Scottsdale puzzle tour, choose your group size below. This tour can accommodate private groups of up to 15 people.
- Groups of 2–10 people: Use the calendar to view availability and reserve your spot online for this golf cart adventure.
- Groups of 11 or more: Your private group will be divided into teams of five or fewer. Please call us directly at (602) 601-2261 to arrange your custom tour.
- Same-Day Booking: For last-minute reservations, please call us directly to check availability at (602) 601-2261.
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IMPORTANT THINGS TO KNOW
Children must be 8 years old to participate on all rides. No children under the age of 8 are allowed to ride on the carts per Arizona car seat law unless they are 4’9″ tall.
On all rides, children under the age of 16 MUST be accompanied by a paid participating parent or guardian. We require one adult per four children on every cart.
All rides must be booked one day in advance. Up to $50 surcharge for same-day bookings.
Please read all of our terms and conditions BEFORE purchasing HERE.
You asked for a drinking ride! While there is no alcohol on any puzzle ride, check out our Puzzling Pub Crawls for the 21+ crowd!
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is there a weather policy?
We only cancel for weather if the roads are impassable and we can’t physically get to the location. Blizzards, snowstorms, haboobs…that’s about it! You can read our full weather policy HERE.
IS THERE A WEIGHT LIMIT?
For everyone’s safety and comfort, our golf carts have a combined weight limit of 1250 lbs, including the driver. All guests must wear a seatbelt; extenders are available. If the seatbelt still can’t be fastened securely, we can’t accommodate you on the ride but will provide a voucher for a future one.
tipping?
Price does not include Puzzlemaster gratuity. Our Puzzlemasters work hard to make your experience one to remember and greatly appreciate tips. 10-20% is customary for private tours.
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