Top Moab On the Water

Moab is home to red rocks and beautiful river views, but adventurous activities can be a bit scary to do alone if you’re a true beginner. This Moab Canyoneering and Colorado River Stand Up Paddleboard Tour takes the stress out of first-time trying by having a guide to lead the way and watch over you the whole time. Spend time canyoneering before you stand up paddleboard down the Colorado River.

Enjoy a day atop of your SUP on Ken's Lake or float the Colorado River. The stretch of the Colorado River outside of Moab is low key most of the year and perfect for SUP fun.

Spend a full day kayaking one of Moab's most scenic stretches through Castle Valley! Paddle the Colorado River in an inflatable kayak (ducky), navigating Class I-II rapids and enjoying the stunning bluffs, sculptures, and spires. This full-day trip includes a deli-style lunch and provides a great workout as you explore both calm and splashy waters. No prior kayaking experience is needed, but swimming ability is required. A guide will be there to assist you as you spin, surf, and paddle downstream.

Join a family-friendly river rafting or kayaking trip and paddle past stunning Moab scenery, including Fisher Towers. Your full-day excursion launches at Onion Creek and covers some great white water of southern Utah. This small-group tour is suitable for all ages and skill levels, with your choice of raft or kayak.

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.

A half-day inflatable kayak adventure awaits on the stunning Colorado River, where you’ll paddle through the breathtaking Castle Valley and Fisher Towers section near Moab. Navigate through mostly Class I and II waters, with the thrill of occasional Class III rapids to keep things interesting. With safety support from start to finish, this experience offers a mix of adventure and tranquility, allowing you to soak in the majestic red rock canyon views. Knowledgeable guides provide essential instruction, safety tips, and engaging insights about the river's wildlife, geology, and the rich history of Moab, making it an unforgettable outing for both beginners and seasoned paddlers.

The 5-day Cataract Canyon trip delivers a premier Colorado River adventure. Explore 96 miles of Canyonlands National Park, from rim views to ancient sites, culminating in world-class Colorado River whitewater. Discover Jurassic petrified wood fields, Native American ruins, and hidden side canyons unseen on shorter trips. Enjoy a flexible schedule, savoring beach camps and the rapid section. Expect a night serenaded by the waves. Motor through 50 miles of flat water, journeying deep into red rock country. The Green River confluence heralds the whitewater's rumble. Sixteen miles of thrilling rapids follow, navigated by oar and motor. Then, motor 28 miles to the takeout, past Gypsum Canyon. This extended trip allows for a truly immersive Canyonlands experience, blending exploration and whitewater excitement.

Each day in Arches National Park closes with a quiet transformation—light softening, colors deepening, and the red rock coming alive in ways that feel almost unreal. As the sun lowers, the landscape shifts from bold desert hues to a rich, glowing palette of amber, crimson, and violet, revealing textures and contours often missed in the midday light. This tour is designed to place you in the right moments as that transformation unfolds. Watch as the arches and towering fins catch the last light of the day in a way that feels both dramatic and deeply calming. Travel through Arches in comfort with thoughtfully timed stops that allow you to see its most iconic formations at their most beautiful—when the crowds thin, the air cools, and the desert settles into stillness. Plan on light walking, relaxed pace, and an evening that captures the desert at its most visually stunning. Please note that we do not sell our products directly on "Cool Destinations". Our tour prices include taxes.

Ride the rapids on one of the Colorado River's most scenic sections on a full-day whitewater rafting tour of Fisher Towers from Moab. Grab a paddle to navigate class I and II rapids if you like, or just sit back and enjoy the scenery featured in many western films while a river guide does all the work. Learn about the river’s geology and ancient history along the way, and break for lunch at a secluded beach during this classic Utah adventure.

Go off-roading through Canyonlands National Park—then embark on a guided rafting trip on the Colorado River—on this two-in-one, small-group tour from Moab. Your guide introduces you to the 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.