Tours in Moab

This tour explores Moab's unique landscape and provides riders with a world class mountain biking experience. We only book private activities, so you and your group will have a guide to yourselves. A private group experience prevents your experience from being cut short or from being rushed. Our guides provide basic skill instructions if needed and safety is their top priority. Leave the navigating to us and enjoy a pedal in one of the worlds most famous mountain biking destinations.

This spectacular Redtail Air Adventures flight will carry you above the fantastic scenery of Canyonlands National Park. Majestic 1000-foot high cliffs rise above the Colorado and Green Rivers, which border it on either side. Serpentine drainage systems are carved into the terrain below the cliffs. Upheaval Dome can be seen at its northern end; the Confluence of the the two rivers form the district’s southernmost point. Then on to the Needles District, the most fanciful and colorful portion of Canyonlands. Pink and white bands can be seen in its many spires and cliffs, and it is the home of some of the most remote and famous arches of canyon country. Difficult to reach by hiking and extremely beautiful, Angel Arch and Druid Arches are the best known. Elephant Arch, Kirk Arch, Wedding Ring Arch and Castle Arch, hidden away in the back country, are also included. Photographic opportunities abound!

Experience a half-day of fun by Stand Up Paddleboarding on the Colorado River. This is a flat water trip that will surrounded you with peace, tranquility and towering red rocks. This is a low adventure trip paddling down a 5-mile flat section of river.  On your reserved day and trip time, you are picked up by our guides and together will head to the Colorado River located just a few miles north of Moab.  Our guides are certified professionals and will teach you about stand up paddling and the beautiful Moab area.  This is a relaxing float with no whitewater so it is a perfect choice for those looking for a calm relaxing river float.

At Moab Canyon Tours, our mission is to share the passion we have for exploring the canyon country of southeastern Utah. Our team has spent countless years playing hard in the desert, seeking the next summit and descending into innumerable canyons. We are driven with a need to explore every corner of this incredible landscape. As a small company that offers exclusively private trips, we have the ability to fit any itinerary to your needs and a desire to step outside-the-box to see that your visit to Moab is an experience that you will never forget. Our half-day adventures are a great way to sample some of the most accessible and beautiful canyoneering Moab has to offer. Our experienced guides will contact you the day before your booking to arrange pick-up and discuss several options to tailor the experience to your group. These are the perfect choice for families and adventurers who are looking for a timely morning or afternoon out. No experience required

Our Full and Multi-day trips are full on adventures into some of the epicenters of canyoneering such as the San Rafael Swell, Robber's Roost, North Wash and Cedar Mesa- exploring canyons where solitude is near certain and amazement is guaranteed. With all tours being private, we are able to accommodate novices and experts alike. These are trips suited for all fitness/ age levels with a willingness to expand their comfort zones to have the experience of a lifetime.

Fly over Arches National park and see all of the splendor this little park has to offer. You'll see all the best hiking trails, popular geographic formations, and enjoy the freedom of flight with a highly experienced pilot. Arches National Park is a place of geological wonders. With over 2,000 recorded rock formations and arches, this national park offers some of the best views and opportunities to capture breathtaking photography.

NEW FOR 2024 - CHECK OUT OUR NEW KAWASAKI KRX 1000 FOUR SEATERS! Drive upon a petrified sandstone roller coaster on the two of the most popular trails in Moab:  Fins N’ Things and Hell’s Revenge.  This is a 3.0 hour tour accommodated for your group’s desires in the most exquisite, red rock backcountry in the world.  With your own exclusive guide, learn about the classic stories that happened right under your feet.  You will receive the utmost attention and guidance throughout the whole tour and fall in love with the red rock landscapes.  Have the benefit of only your friends and family along the ride with undivided attention from your professional and personal guide to enhance your destination. Enjoy the tour that is customized specifically for you.  The private tour is an opportunity to make memories with your loved ones that will last for at lifetime. This is the ultimate adventure to take action behind the wheel, or ride along with a guide, to explore Moab.

Discover beautiful water-carved canyons on this 4-hour Moab adventure. These amazing routes are inaccessible without technical skills, and your guide will back up every rappel on a separate safety system to accommodate any traveler with a sense of adventure.

We will visit at least four 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 international 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 picnic and go over camera settings for night photography while we wait for the Milky Way to emerge. (Note: in April & May, the Milky Way does not appear until after midnight, so we will return to Moab after sunset, and head back out late at night. A wee hours tour is available as a standalone tour during this time).

The Fisher Towers section of the Colorado River is HEAVY ON SCENERY, WITH SOME FUN SMALL RAPIDS, depending on the water level and time of year. This is an area where many motion pictures and commercials have been filmed over the years. John Wayne and John Ford filmed a lot of old westerns in this area. Recently filmed in this area was The Lone Ranger with Johnny Depp and Armie Hammer in 2013. More recently, HBO's Westworld, season 1, which premiered in 2016.

Our Grand Tour Helicopter Tour is our longest and most exhaustive helicopter tour, giving you a full hour of breathtaking sights you won't find anywhere else. Get ready to witness the stunning beauty of Canyonlands National Park, Dead Horse Point, Potash Ponds, Castle Valley, and several hidden gems in the backcountry. You'll have a front-row seat to the magnificent Dead Horse Point State Park, where the red rock cliffs contrast with the vibrant blue of the sky. Experience the thrilling Hell's Revenge Jeep Trail, and marvel at the natural wonder of the Otho Natural Bridge in Mill Creek Canyon. And let's not forget the iconic Castleton Tower in Castle Valley, a sight that will leave you in awe. Get ready to embark on an unforgettable journey through the Edge of Canyonlands with us.

Come experience a private tour and take a journey thousands of years through time with Moab Petroglyph Tours! We take you on a scenic drive with Anasazi and Ute petroglyphs, arches, flowing springs and the incredibly beautiful geology of the Colorado River. Our guides will narrate the history of the ancient peoples of the area and how these amazing rock formations came to be. Come out and join us for a memorable two hour tour and let the past come alive! This is a ride with the guide experience, where the guide does all the driving!

Witness America the Beautiful with this bundle of 25+ national park tours! Lush wilderness, staggering mountains, jaw-dropping geysers, and more—this bundle has it all! You’ll find all these in this one package: • Grand Canyon • Yellowstone • Grand Teton • Rocky Mountain • Shenandoah • Acadia • Sequoia & Kings Canyon • Joshua Tree • Arches • Bryce • Canyonlands • Capitol Reef • Zion • Grand Staircase • Monument Valley • Great Smokies • Death Valley • Olympic • Badlands • Glacier • Yosemite • Everglades • Saguaro • Petrified • Red Rock Canyon • Mt. Rainier After booking, check your email to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. These steps require good internet/Wi-Fi access. From there, follow the audio instructions and the route. New, extra validity — now yours for an entire year! Use multiple times over multiple trips! This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.

This tour is a great introduction to mountain biking in Moab! Spectacular views of Arches National Park and gently rolling terrain on wide, doubletrack make this ride perfect for beginners and families. All riders need to know how to ride a bike, shift gears and use hand-brakes. Minimum height: 3'11".

Recommended: Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! Explore all of Utah's majestic beauty! From the towering canyons of Zion to the precarious arches of Arches -- see everything the national parks have to offer, and more. Meander through Bryce's mysterious hoodoos, marvel at the vastness of the Grand Staircase, and oogle the huge formations of Monument Valley. This combo tour contains the driving tours for Arches, Canyonlands, Monument Valley, Bryce, Grand Staircase - Escalante, and Zion all in one. After booking, check your email to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. These steps require good internet/Wi-Fi access. From there, follow the audio instructions and the route. New, extra validity — now yours for an entire year! Use multiple times over multiple trips! This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.

We will visit at least two world class locations for photography in Utah's Canyonlands in the morning (sunrise), as well as several great spots in iconic Arches National Park in the afternoon (sunset). I have traveled extensively in search of amazing photographic locations, and it is hard to beat Arches, Dead Horse Point and the Islands in the Sky district of Canyonlands National Park. I will show you great locations, and make suggestions on photographic composition and subject matter. I can even help you with your camera settings if you are a beginner. We will take a break for lunch (not included) during the middle of the day when the light is not as good.

This 4 hour tour explores Moab's unique landscape and provides riders with a world class mountain biking experience. Ride family friendly trails with a backdrop of Arches National Park. This experience is a private group tour. A private tour ensures your experience will not be cut short or will not be rushed due to other guests fitness/ability. Our guides provide basic skill instructions if needed and safety is their top priority. Leave the navigating to us and enjoy a pedal in one of the worlds most famous mountain biking destinations.

Desert Highlights is Moab's original canyoneering guide service. This half day canyoneering tour visits a route that Desert Highlights' founder created as a technical guided canyoneering route in the late 1990's. Here, we explore an area that most people would not visit on their own. With the use of ropes and other technical gear, a competent guide and a sense of adventure, we are able to explore areas that are otherwise inaccessible. The Moab desert is our home and we are passionate about sharing it with others. During your guided tour, you will not only safely descend a beautiful, water-carved canyon, but you will learn about the flora and fauna, geology and history of the area that we are so lucky to call our backyard.

Experience the stunning vistas at Dead Horse State Park, established in 1957 and renowned as Utah’s premier destination for mountain biking. Situated at around 6,000 feet in elevation and just 45 minutes from Moab, Dead Horse Point offers a thrilling ride along moderate to intermediate single-track trails. These trails feature rolling terrain and breathtaking overlooks of the Colorado River and Canyonlands National Park. This adventure is ideal for riders with some prior mountain biking experience. The tour includes a high-quality mountain bike, helmet, park entrance fees, and snacks. The entire experience, including travel time, lasts between 4 to 5 hours and covers roughly 10 miles, though this may vary depending on your ability and fitness level.

See all of Monument Valley, Canyonlands National Park and Natural Bridges in this 2-hour tour departing from Moab, Utah. You'll get a birds-eye view of iconic scenery such as Totem Pole, The Mittens, Grand Gulch, Upheaval Dome and much more!

Immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring beauty of southeastern Utah with our Canyonlands Sunset Airplane Tour. Fly over Dead Horse Point State Park, a stunning showcase of deep red and orange hues that will leave you breathless. From the comfort of your window seat, witness the magic hour as the setting sun casts a warm golden glow over the landscape. The Moab Potash evaporation ponds, with their reflective pools, add an ethereal touch to the scenery. With live narration throughout the tour, our knowledgeable guides will enhance your experience, providing fascinating insights into the history, geology, and flora and fauna of the region. Clear communication is ensured with the use of our provided headsets. Capture unforgettable memories and make your friends envious with photos of the most photogenic moments of Southern Utah. Join us on the Canyonlands Sunset Airplane Tour and witness nature's masterpiece from a whole new perspective.

The Primitive Loop of Devil's Garden is the Fiery Furnace on steroids! Tackle this phenomenal 7 mile mildly strenuous hike inside Arches National Park in a company of a professional guide and feel confident and excited about your ultimate Arches adventure. This hike is a place to escape from the ordinariness of life in the fantastical world of Arches National Park. Feel like you've been transported into other dimensions or let time stand still for a moment. As we take you through this experience we will illuminate the mysterious set of geologic events that made this one of a kind landscape so fantastical. Travel back in deep time (millions of years) to decipher the park's mysterious landscape, delicate ecology and botany of the desert and the rich cultural heritage of the area. ***Please note that we do not sell our products directly on "Cool Destinations". Our tour prices include taxes.***

Hell’s Revenge Private 4x4 Guided Jeep Tour Experience for you or your group of up to 4, for one price! Experience epic landscapes and tour in the comfort of a Jeep with a knowledgeable and experienced Local guide who's father actually trail blazed and named this very trail with him by his side! Your guide also leads this trail during the annual and historical Easter Jeep Safari and Labor Day safari events! Approximately 3 hours on some of the most scenic and challenging trails Moab and Southeastern Utah has to offer, like Hell’s Revenge and Fin’s N Things! Book in the evening time slot and enjoy a true one of a kind sunset experience! Water provided / Price does not include gratuities Adult Required with Youth / 4 guest max in Jeep Please call for you drive follow along vehicle tours 24 hour cancellation notice required

Travel the Cataract Canyon section of the Colorado River by motorized raft with an expert guide who takes you through powerful white-water rapids and calm water for an incredible rafting experience in Canyonlands National Park. Take in the spectacular scenery along this 100-mile (160-km) journey through some of Utah’s most stunning landscape. The highly stable and maneuverable boat provides incredible thrills on white water and the ability to travel more quickly on slow water, making this trip available as a full-day experience suitable for adventurous people who enjoy an outdoorsy challenge.