Canyonlands National Park Half-Day Tour from Moab

Highlights

  • Cover more ground in a 4WD-vehicle

  • Hear live commentary from your guide

  • Includes cold beverages, and round-trip transport from Moab

  • NAVTEC Expeditions is an authorized concessionaire of Canyonlands and Arches National Park

Summary

Your tour begins in the middle of Moab where you’ll meet you professional guide, who will help you get comfortably situated inside of the off-road, 4WD vehicle. Enjoy the 30-mile (48km) drive from Moab to Canyonlands National Park, where you’ll explore the popular Island in the Sky District with its spectacular desert scenery. Start off atop a mesa with views looking out over the horizon before your guide deftly maneuvers the switchbacks of Shafer Trail. On this section of the 100-mile (161-km) White Rim Road Loop, you’ll make stops at spectacular Gooseneck Overlook and famous Musselman Arch, and photograph vistas of the Colorado River and the view from Thelma and Louise Point. In addition to the popular lookouts, your expert guide will take you to spots that aren’t as frequently visited, where you’ll find everything from ancient Pueblo rock art to vertical views down the canyons. You’ll learn the history of the Pueblo people who inhabited the Four Corners area, and aside from the culture and history lessons, your guide will also explain the geology of the red rock canyons before you. When you stop for a break to take photos, venture out on one of the short trails that leave from many of the viewpoints; you’ll get a different perspective and angle for photographing the canyons. When this Canyonlands tour from Moab is over, your guide will return you to the middle of Moab to the spot where the tour began.

Tour info

Duration
4 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Commentary
Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

Experience the rugged terrain of Canyonlands National Park with 4-wheel drive transportation on a half-day tour from Moab. Your guide expertly drives the switchback on White Rim Road to places where you can view steep canyon walls and the remains of ancient Pueblo civilizations. Go to the stunning Island in the Sky district, Gooseneck Overlook, and Musselman Arch, and stop regularly for photo ops of Utah’s natural beauty. No need to take on the hair-raising drive yourself when booking this tour Cover more ground in a 4WD vehicle Hear live commentary from your guide Includes cold beverages, and round-trip transport from Moab

What’s included?

  • Professional guide

  • Transport by 4x4 vehicle

  • Ice water and lemonade

  • Entry/Admission - Potash Road

  • Entry/Admission - Utah Scenic Byway 279 Rock Art Sites

  • Entry/Admission - Dead Horse Point State Park

  • Gratuities

  • Food and drinks

  • National Park entrance fees

  • car or booster seat for children

  • Entry/Admission - Island in the Sky

  • Entry/Admission - Musselman Arch

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 4h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

NAVTEC Expeditions - Day Tours

About operator:

Three generations of experience Rafting the Colorado River, Canyoneering, & Exploring the back-country of Canyonlands and Arches National Parks.

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