Top Moab Nature and Wildlife Tours

Discover the rugged beauty and ancient legends of Canyonlands National Park on this private half-day tour. Go off-roading in a sturdy vehicle to reach the Island in the Sky district and other remote areas, where the Colorado River slices through steep ravines and ancient Indian Petroglyphs decorate sandstone cliffs. Fill your camera roll with amazing shots of red-rock arches and towering pinnacles, and learn about the area’s rich history and geology from your local guide.

Discover the desert in a deeper, more meaningful way with this private, fully customizable guided tour designed for families, small groups, and curious travelers of all ages. Skip crowded buses and enjoy a personalized experience crafted around your interests, abilities, and pace. Avoid large group tours and explore comfortably with a private guide dedicated solely to your group. With a guide‑to‑guest ratio of up to 1:6, you’ll enjoy individual attention, plenty of opportunities for questions, and a tour tailored to your family’s needs. This tour goes far beyond sightseeing. Your guide will help you understand the desert from the inside out—unpacking the cultural history, the stories of the people who have lived here for generations, and the geologic forces written into the landscape. Learn how each element of the fragile desert ecosystem works together in balance. Whether it's the Needles or Island in the Sky, Canyonlands demonstrates the power of the desert and geologic forces.

Download GuideAlong’s self-guided audio tour bundle to make the most of your US Southwest road trips through Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico, Texas and Utah. From the Grand Canyon and Monument Valley to Utah’s Mighty 5 of Arches, Zion and more, and the dazzling dunes of White Sands - this bundle covers the region’s most iconic landscapes. Along the way, hear stories play automatically as you explore canyons, deserts, and red rock landscapes, with driving and walking tours that ensure a memorable adventure through the Southwest. Enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace, spending more time at places that interest you and bypassing any that don’t. Stories, tips, and directions play automatically based on your location Travel at your own pace Tour offline using GPS. No cell service or WiFi is needed Suggested itineraries for half, full, or multi-day use No time limits or expiry, and free updates Like having a tour guide with you Purchase one bundle per vehicle.

Discover the desert in a deeper, more meaningful way with this private, fully customizable guided tour designed for families, small groups, and curious travelers of all ages. Skip crowded buses and enjoy a personalized experience crafted specifically around your interests, abilities, and pace. Avoid large group tours and explore comfortably with a private guide dedicated solely to your group. With a guide‑to‑guest ratio of up to 1:6, you’ll enjoy individualized attention, plenty of opportunities for questions, and a tour tailored to your family’s needs. This tour goes far beyond sightseeing. Your guide will help you understand the desert from the inside out—unpacking the cultural history, the stories of the people who have lived here for generations, and the geologic forces written into the landscape. Learn how each element of the fragile desert ecosystem works together in balance.

Arches National Park is spectacular at night—but photographing its star-lit scenery takes special equipment and skills. By providing tripods, expert tips, and red LED headlamps, this small-group tour helps you capture the night sky through astrophotography. And since few visitors venture into the park at night, you’ll also experience the landscape at its most serene, minus the daytime crowds.

Enjoy an adventurous, thrill-seeking way to discover Utah's red rocks and rugged terrain on this private, off-road Jeep tour from Moab. Pick from several daily start times, meet at your local accommodation, and hop aboard. Off-roading lets you explore parts of the region that are off-limits to other vehicles: drive up steep inclines, stop at scenic overlooks, and glimpse the edges of Arches National Park and the Colorado River.

Add a little adrenaline to your vacation schedule with this supervised UTV ride around Hell's Revenge. Located just outside Moab, this slickrock trail features dramatic terrain, with steep climbs and descents. Whilst you enjoy the thrills of the ride, there are plenty of opportunities to take in the La Sal Mountains, the Colorado River, and the cliffs of Echo Canyon. For those feeling a little less confident behind the wheel but still want to join in, there are passenger options too.

Embark on an epic journey through the US West with this self-guided driving and walking audio tour bundle! Explore the wonders of Arches, Bryce Canyon, and Zion, hike the Hidden Valley Trail in Joshua Tree, and marvel at the Grand Canyon and Yellowstone. Each stop offers a unique experience. With bonus highlights like Old Faithful and Delicate Arch, this bundle guides you through the best of America’s western parks. Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! After booking, you can check your email, then download the Action Tour Guide App, enter your unique password, and access your tour. The preceding steps require good internet/Wi-Fi access. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want. This is not an entrance ticket to attractions along the route. Check opening hours before your visit.

This scenic flight takes you over two of the nation's most popular national parks—Canyonlands National Park and Arches National Park. Sights include: Upheaval Dome, Green River Goose Neck, Island in the Sky, White Rim, The Maze, the confluence of the Colorado and Green rivers, Landscape Arch, Fisher Towers, Devils Garden, Klondike Bluffs and more.

On this half-day 4WD adventure from Moab, explore the rugged, red stone interior of Canyonlands National Park, to experience the beauty of the Island in the Sky district. Your guide navigates the switchbacks of White Rim Road, where you can see the remains of ancient Pueblo civilizations and admire the canyon walls that drop 1,000 feet (300m). Enjoy fewer crowds and access remote areas that most people never experience on this unforgettable journey.

Explore Moab’s desert beauty with your family while splashing your way down Class II rapids on the mighty Colorado. Spend 2 hours floating past scenic red rock landscapes as your raft guide points out the fascinating natural history that makes it unforgettable. There's no better way to appreciate this terrain than by floating down the river that carved it.

Catacomb Rock on Moab’s Chicken Corners Trail is like a natural playground of hidden caves and twisting tunnels, carved by time into the red sandstone. Some passages wind deep into the rock, while others lead to secret openings with incredible desert views. Bring a flashlight—you never know what’s around the next turn! After exploring, hop back in your UTV for an exciting ride through Moab’s stunning red rock landscape. The trail offers fun twists, scenic overlooks, and smooth stretches where you can soak in the views of the Colorado River below. It’s the perfect mix of adventure and breathtaking scenery, making for an unforgettable off-road experience!

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 helps you do just that as you navigate the backcountry to spots such as Tower Arch, as well as visit the famous red rocks at Marching Men, and Eye of the Whale. Your tour includes a stop to see fossilized dinosaur tracks, so it's an ideal experience for budding paleontologists.

Explore the stunning landscapes of Canyonlands National Park with a self-guided driving tour through the Island in the Sky district. Experience breathtaking views at landmarks like Mesa Arch and Shafer Trail Overlook, and witness the ancient petroglyphs carved by Ancestral Puebloans. This GPS-guided tour offers the freedom to explore at your own pace while providing rich narratives about the area's history and geology. Perfect for solo travelers and families alike, enjoy short hikes or simply take in the majestic scenery. - Drive through the Island in the Sky for sweeping canyon views - Visit iconic spots like Green River Overlook and Grand View Point - Tour duration is flexible; allow 4-6 hours for exploration - Offline GPS guidance means no internet needed during the tour

A great opportunity to explore the outdoors in a short amount of time, this tour takes you on a half-day Jeep adventure to discover the red-rock landscapes of Moab. Open-air vehicles offer a taste of four-wheeling without extreme cliffside thrills. Discover canyons, hoodoos, arches, and petroglyphs while your guide shares insights into Moab's geology and history. Experience the beauty of slickrock terrains resembling Mars on Earth.

Our guides are experienced and knowledgeable and will take you on a journey through the night sky. Learn to find north and the location of our seasonal triangles, constellations and planets. Using high-powered laser pointers, we will provide you an entertaining and scholastic experience, with stories about ancient civilizations, Greek mythology, and the evolution of the Cosmos. Our telescopes are operated with a keypad and are as easy to use as sending a text. Telescopes are pre-programmed with our object list for the night. Pressing one button on the keypad moves the telescope to the next object. We regularly view the following types and classes of objects: Galaxies, Nebulae, Star Clusters, Double and Binary Stars, Planets, Earth’s Moon, Globular Clusters, Comets, and more. Depending on timing, the International Space Station (ISS) and Starlink trains can be seen passing overhead.

Explore the trails of Moab by Jeep Gladiator on this guided, group morning tour. Your guide takes you to the red rock canyons where you learn about geology, indigenous cultures, and history. This is great for all ages, since you aren’t hiking long distances. There is a kids scavenger hunt too, great for the whole family.

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.

This paddling trip offers a quick teaser of the scenic beauty and easy rapids of Castle Valley! Our half-day trips give you about 2 hours on the water to take in the incredible beauty of this sandstone paradise. Meet at the Mild to Wild office to check in and get ready for the river! Your guides will get you fitted for a PFD (aka life jacket) and then hop on the shuttle for a scenic 40 minute drive out to Castle Valley. Once there, we’ll have a safety orientation and some paddling instruction before you push off with the fleet for the next couple hours. Kayaking trips float with the rafting trips, and the guides will give you instruction as you paddle along. The kayaks move much faster than the rafts, so on occasion you may have to wait up for them. More time to take in the scenery, we say! This is a very mild rafting trip, with mostly calm flat water with a couple rapid sections sprinkled in along the way.

Utah is a state filled with natural beauty and several landmarks. Purchase this private self-driving audio tour featuring all of the state’s top sights including Zion National Park, Monument Valley, Bryce Canyon, Arches, Canyonlands, and Grand Staircase - Escalante. Whether you want to explore a certain section or do a grand tour, this audio tour offers flexibility and comprehensive coverage.

Join the ORIGINAL Moab In A Day tour and take advantage of nearly a decade of experience delivering this expertly crafted adventure! Gaze across the towering cliffs of Park Avenue, step beneath the cathedral-like span of Double Arch, and wander through the hidden passageways of Sand Dune Arch. In the afternoon, immerse yourself in the vast panoramas of Canyonlands and Dead Horse Pt, where endless horizons unfold in every direction. Travel in small groups, out of the harsh sun and dust, in a closed, air-conditioned vehicle—with ample stops for unforgettable photos. Each of our 5 highly interactive tour options reveals millions of years of geology, the delicate balance of desert ecology, and the rich cultural heritage of the region. Well-paced & thoughtfully designed, these tours delight, inspire, and linger in memory long after your visit. ***Please note that we do not sell our products directly on "Cool Destinations". Our tour prices include taxes.***

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.

Stay away from packed group tours—and have the freedom to explore the sights at your own pace—on this private self-guided audio driving tour of Arches National Park. This tour covers dozens of attractions along a 50-mile route, including the Moab Fault Overlook, Petrified Dunes Viewpoint, Double Arch, and many more. Simply download the app and set off independently; tour is valid for lifetime access, so you have plenty of time to explore.