Top Moab Day Trips

This stand up paddleboard tour in Moab lets you experience the beauty and serenity of the Colorado River without dealing with any of the rapids, making it a great choice for beginner paddle boarders or families with children ages 10 and up. Follow your guide down a calm 6-mile (9.6 kilometer) stretch of river that passes red sandstone cliffs and soft sandy beaches—going slow means you can take time to admire the views.

To truly experience the legendary beauty of Arches National Park, you need to explore its isolated corners. On this adventurous 4WD tour from Moab, your expert guide will help you do just that as you navigate the backcountry to spots like the Tower Arch, as well as visit the famous red rocks at Marching Men and Eye of the Whale. Bonus: Your tour features a stop to see fossilized dinosaur tracks.

If you’re looking to maximize your sightseeing of the most important highlights of Arches Canyonlands, and Dead Horse Point this tour is for you! On this non-bumpy, delightfully revealing tour you will be taking in the marvels of Arches within 5 minutes of entering the park. Don’t waste your time getting jostled around in the backcountry missing many of the important highlights of the parks. Join us instead on this most comprehensive tour of all three parks, and the most spectacular way to take in the Best of Moab in one day. Experience Arches National Park by taking spectacular photos, walking up into arches, and seeing some of the hidden gems on a four hour morning tour. Then, head over to Dead Horse Point State Park for a quick visit to the famous Colorado river overlook and then Canyonlands National Park to finish off the all-day experience with world class canyon vistas! Learn about the phenomenal and surprising geology and ecology of the desert from an expert guide!

This outdoor adventure combo from Moab takes you off-roading through Canyonlands National Park, followed by a guided rafting trip on the Colorado River. Your guide introduces you to the scenic natural wonders of Canyonlands' Island in the Sky by 4-wheel drive (4WD), including sections of the Shafer Trail and White Rim Road. Enjoy a buffet lunch before an afternoon rafting the white-water rapids of the mighty river. Admire deep canyons, ancient rock art, fossils and natural stone arches on this day trip, great for all ages.

Go off-roading by 4-wheel drive (4WD) deep into Canyonlands National Park via the White Rim Road, a scenic route of switchbacks and red rock formations. This full-day tour with an expert guide includes popular spots such as Island in the Sky, Gooseneck overlook, Musselman Arch, Lathrop Canyon and the Shafer Trail leading to the Colorado River. Take short optional guided hikes that lead to hidden passages, secret canyons and the caves of Canyonlands. Buffet lunch and round-trip transport from Moab included.

Hit the dusty trail on a 4x4 tour of Canyonlands National Park. Expert guides will take you to see the highlights of Utah’s Chesler Park such as Elephant Hill, Devil’s Lane, and Devil’s Kitchen. There’s also the option to take a 3-mile (4.8-km) hike on the spectacularly scenic Joint Trail. This full-day adventure is the perfect way to experience Utah’s backcountry away from the crowds.

If you’re trying to stay away from packed group tours or tour buses in general when you visit Arches National Park, this Arches National Park Self-Guided Tour is the perfect solution. This audio tour lets you explore the park from the comfort of your own vehicle. It gives you a route that includes stops near Delicate Arch and other popular highlights. Plus, you can download the app easily on your smartphone.

Moab is blessed with the Colorado River running right through the middle of the desert, and on this Moab whitewater rafting tour, experience a scenic float down the river that also has Class III rapids. This tour takes place near Fishers Tower, which is just on the outskirts of Moab, where you can swim in the river, photograph wildlife, and listen as your guide explains the geology and history behind the canyons.  With various departures during the day at 9:00 am, 12:00 pm and 2:00 pm, the half-day trip can fit into most schedules. Bring the whole family on a fun-filled half-day Colorado River trip that runs about 7 river miles (11 km) with fantastic scenery and moderate rapids. Noon departures include a lunch by the riverside.

Roam over the sandstone domes and slickrock ledges of Hell's Revenge near Moab on this off-road adventure by UTV (utility terrain vehicle). You will follow an experienced guide while you drive your own 4-passenger Kawasaki Teryx 4. Navigate the difficult terrain, full of steep climbs and descents. You’re treated to views of the La Sal Mountains, the Colorado River and the sandstone cliffs of Negro Bill Canyon. Travel in a small group of up to four vehicles on a 2.5-hour morning, afternoon or sunset tour.

Explore the off-road trails around Moab the easy way on this day-time or sunset guided tour. Avoid getting lost off track when you travel with a knowledgeable guide. Be amazed by the rocky desert landscape and reach places that would be hard to get to without a four-wheel drive. This is a private tour just for you and your party.

Explore the rugged backcountry of Utah’s Arches National Park on this half-day 4x4 tour from Moab. Travel in a sturdy Jeep Wrangler to reach remote sections of the park, where you can hike among towering sandstone spires and arches away from the crowds. Trek through the otherworldly terrain used as a filming location for hit Hollywood movies, and follow in the hoof prints of former explorers on an old cowboy trail.

Enjoy an intrepid, one-of-a-kind excursion through Moab’s dramatic scenery and Slickrock Trail on this guided all-terrain vehicle tour. Pick between multiple convenient tour times, and make your own way to the departure point in central Moab. Once you get acquainted with your ATV and your gear, follow your guide up steep inclines, big descents, and keep one eye on the striking landscapes as you go.

This stand up paddleboard tour in Moab lets you experience the beauty and serenity of the Colorado River without dealing with any of the rapids, making it a great choice for beginner paddle boarders or families with children ages 10 and up. Follow your guide down a calm 6-mile (9.6 kilometer) stretch of river that passes red sandstone cliffs and soft sandy beaches—going slow means you can take time to admire the views.

Perfect your photography skills while exploring Dead Horse Point State Park and Canyonlands National Park. You and your photographer guide will head out in time to catch the early morning light. Your guide will also be available to teach you about composition and help you navigate your camera's settings. You'll also have the option of tacking on Arches National Park to extend your tour to a full-day experience.

Splash your way down the Colorado River through the rapids of Westwater Canyon, where in addition to rugged desert scenery, there’s the chance you could spot wildlife from soaring bald eagles to river otters and beavers. Over the course of a day, hold on tight as your guide helps navigate the Class III and Class IV whitewater, where rapids have names like Sock-It-To-Me, Funnel Falls and Skull. This trip provides an adrenaline rush amidst walls of red rock canyons, and is great for the traveler who loves a challenge and a bit of desert adventure.

Moab is renowned for outdoor adventure and scenic beauty. Get the best of both while splashing your way down the Colorado during this full-day whitewater rafting trip through Westwater Canyon. From Moab, shuttle out to your put-in and get ready for a wild ride down class III and IV rapids flanked by majestic red rock formations. Lunch, swim, then back in the boat for more adventure.

This white-water rafting trip covers a 14-mile (22-km) section of the Colorado River near Fisher Towers, a short drive from Moab. Stunning canyon scenery provides awe-inspiring vistas throughout the day. The full-day adventure features oar rafts operated by river guides, although inflatable kayaks are usually available upon request. At lunchtime, your guide serves a buffet-style picnic during a stop on a riverside beach.

This stand up paddleboard tour in Moab is a fun way to push your limits as you navigate white water along the Colorado River. Challenge yourself against four sets of waves and other surprising river features that keep you looking forward to whatever’s just around the river bend. Thanks to included instructions and river safety briefings—plus a 4-to-1 guest-to-guide ratio—your safety always comes first as you have fun on the water.

Explore Canyonlands and Arches National Park with a local photographer as your guide with this small-group tour. Your guide has scoured the area for exceptional photography spots, and will be available to help you not only with composition, but also with how to maximize your camera's settings for excellent shots.

Are you looking to maximize your sightseeing of the most important highlights of Arches, Canyonlands, and Dead Horse Point? Then, this tour is for you! On this non-bumpy, delightfully revealing tour you will be taking in the scenic marvels within minutes of hotel departure. These parks hold a great many geologic mysteries, where the arches are just the beginning, and we tell their intriguing story in a fun, accessible way. You will travel back in deep time and decipher this magical landscape as your guide points out some of the not so obvious park features. - Take in Arches, Canyonlands, Dead Horse Point in one gratifying and well-paced day - Travel in a small group in a comfortable, closed, air-conditioned vehicle - Enjoy an interactive experience with lots of opportunities for beautiful photos - Light picnic lunch and water provided

Our guides team is made up of Master Naturalists, experts with Master's Degrees in Outdoor and Sustainability Education, and more! We’ll stop at natural arches and stunning sandstone formations. We can hike to off-the-beaten path features to experience the park like a local. Our guides will share stories of the park’s human and geological history as well as information about flora and fauna. *Arches National Park now requires a timed-entry ticket in order to enter, booking a guide means you bypass this system!

We will visit at least three locations for photography in iconic Arches National Park for the afternoon golden hour and sunset. I have traveled extensively in search of amazing photographic locations, and it is hard to beat Arches National Park.for the wide variety of photographic locations, and it is an official Ithernational Dark Skies park. During the busy season, I will lead the tour to locations that are less well known but still spectacular. I will show you great locations, and make suggestions on composition and subject matter. I can even help you with your camera settings if you are a beginner. After sunset. we will take a brief break for a snack and to get set up for night photography while we wait for the Milky Way to emerge.

Combine two National Park 4X4 tours into one day. This combo includes the Shafer Trail, Arches, and a delicious picnic lunch.

Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! Experience the beauty of the high desert with this combo tour of Arches and Canyonlands National Parks. Marvel at gravity-defying formations at Arches, take in the sweeping red vistas of Canyonlands and hear the fascinating legends behind each park as you tour. Go on unforgettable hikes through the harsh elegance of these classic Western landscapes. Discover nature in its most unexpected form. Make memories you’ll never forget. Within 30 min, we'll send you two things: a unique password and the app. Download the app onto your phone and enter the password. Then download the tour inside. When you arrive, go to the Beaver Meadows Visitor Center to start the tour. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience. No expiration — The tour comes with lifetime validity! This isn't an entrance ticket. Check pandemic rules and opening hours before your visit.

Discover the dramatic landscapes of Canyonlands National Park on a self-guided audio tours with Shaka Guide. On this tour we’ll guide you through the park’s Island of the Sky District. You can visit scenic spots like Dead Horse Point, Green River Overlook and the famous Mesa Arch. Plus, we’ll recommend 6 of our favorite hiking trails including Upheaval Dome. What is Shaka Guide? It’s your personal tour guide, in an app! You get all the benefits of a guided tour with the freedom to explore on your terms. Here’s how it works - we’ll use GPS to give you directions to popular stops in the park. Along the way we’ll share stories about the places you’re visiting, give you important travel tips, and play music to keep you entertained the entire time. All Shaka Guide Tours... • Never expire - take the tour when you want! • Work 100% offline - no data or wifi needed • Allow you to travel at your pace *Must use the link in your confirmation email to download the app*