Top Utah Day Trips - page 4

Avoid the crowds and visit Capitol Reef on a self-guided audio driving tour with Shaka Guide! With stunning geology and loads of history- this captivating national park has a rightful spot in the Utah Mighty 5. We’ll guide you to petroglyphs, the Scenic Drive, Fruita Orchards and even take you to see the Waterpocket Fold - a 100-mile long wrinkle in the earth’s crust. 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 - the app uses GPS to give you directions to popular stops in the park. 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* *Download the Shaka Guide app to access your purchased tours.*

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.

Arches National Park—an International Dark Sky Park—is especially beautiful after the sun goes down and the crowds depart. On this tour, you’ll visit three spots for golden hour and night photography, setting up at lesser-known locales. Great for both beginner and intermediate photographers, you’ll also get the chance to test your astrophotography skills once the Milky Way emerges.

Enjoy an adventurous way of seeing the scenery of the Fisher Towers region, just outside Moab, on a half-day whitewater rafting tour on the Colorado River. Meet your guide, get acquainted with your gear, and set off on a river trip like no other. Admire the otherworldly scenery as you navigate the moderate rapids. The half-day trip leaves time for other adventures—or relaxation—during the rest of the day.

The red rock formations of southern Utah are a canyoneer's paradise. Once experienced, they come back again and again. Explore the nooks and crannies of this spectacular landscape and catch that canyoneering bug that will have you jonesing for more as you learn techniques and work as a team to discover your body's full potential.

This unique tour offers the perfect way to experience Utah — to feel its spirit, history, and landscapes in one unforgettable journey. Begin at the fascinating geothermal spring, where mineral-rich waters bubble from deep within the earth, creating vivid emerald pools and a sulfur scent. Step back in time at Golden Spike National Historical Park, where in 1869 a single golden spike united East and West America. Continue to the remote Rozel Point Peninsula, where dazzling salt fields and shimmering pink waters feel almost otherworldly. Explore this surreal landscape, touch rare gypsum crystals like those discovered by NASA on Mars, and wade knee-deep into rosy waters with special protective footwear. Conclude at the legendary Spiral Jetty — one of America’s most iconic land art masterpieces, where nature and creativity merge in harmony. With comfortable transport, a professional guide, and a small-group setting, this adventure reveals the heart of Utah and the Great Salt Lake Odyssey.

This Best Of Moab private tour is the ultimate way to see all three iconic parks in one seamless day: Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park, and Dead Horse Point State Park. Ideal for first-time visitors wanting a complete Moab experience. Travel in comfort with a private guide as you explore Moab’s most famous landscapes, including Delicate Arch viewpoints, The Windows Section, Balanced Rock, Mesa Arch, and Dead Horse Point overlook. This customizable Moab private tour allows for flexible pacing, personalized stops, and tailored walking options, making it ideal for couples, families, and small groups. Capture stunning photos of Utah’s red rock formations, canyon overlooks, and Colorado River views while learning about the region’s geology, history, and natural wonders. With more stops than standard Moab tours, this experience ensures you maximize your time in each park.

Can’t decide between a land based tour or the river? This combination tour includes the best of two of our favorite trips meshed into one amazing day on the San Juan. You’ll float 8 miles paddling your own kayak or jump in a tandem with someone you love. Two short easy hikes will take you to one of the largest rock art panels in North America and a 1000 year old cliff dwelling. Unlike Mesa Verde and other National Parks this is a wilderness expedition and we often have these world class sites to ourselves. We’ll feed you lunch on the peaceful banks of the river and end the day with a rugged 4×4 Hummer ride back to Bluff.

Enjoy a scenic drive through the Manti-La Sal National Forest, and highlights like Warner Lake and Fisher Towers, with this self-guided driving tour of the La Sal Mountain Scenic Loop. Enjoy the flexibility to explore at your own pace, hands-free functionality, turn-by-turn directions, and offline access, so you can use it even in remote areas. Includes hours of narration, travel tips, and music.

Explore the colorful cliffs of Yant Flat near St. George Utah on this hiking excursion. With a small group, embark on a moderately-difficult trek through the unique, arid landscapes. Catch views of Zion National Park in the distance and learn about the multi-colored striations of Navajo sandstone that have been pushed up by volcanic rock.

Truly unique and beautiful places to visit, this tour covers some of the top hidden gems of Utah that most visitors to the Capitol Reef area miss out on. Bentonite Hills, Moonscape Overlook and Factory Butte have gained popularity through Instagram but remain lightly visited. Amazing vast lunar and Martian landscapes guaranteed to be a highlight of your time here. A professional guide will maximize your time and knowledge and get you to the great spots and back quickly and safely. These areas provide superb photo opportunities especially at sunrise or during the blue hours, if you have a drone you can get some remarkable footage of the Bentonite Hills, the tour area is out of the National Park so drone use is allowed. This tour will definitely be one you remember and talk about for years to come, the geology is so unique you may not see it anywhere else.

Embark on an unforgettable tour of Goblin Valley State Park! Our scenic drive unveils stunning landscapes, sharing tales of the valley's creation. Listen to the wind's whispers revealing the geologic wonders shaping the whimsical goblins. Explore Temple Mountain Wash Pictograph Panel and the Wild Horse Window Trail, discovering ancient rock art and nature's artistic prowess. Capture memories at the Goblin Overlook and The Three Sisters – iconic rock pillars guarding valley secrets. Engage in a family-friendly nature hunt, spotting wildlife and hidden surprises. The tour accommodates all ages, offering interactive games and fun facts. Time your visit for a mesmerizing sunset, transforming the valley into a canvas of natural beauty. Stroll at your own pace, breathe in the desert air, and relish the wonders of Goblin Valley. *Download the Shaka Guide app to access the purchased tours*

See one of the world’s most beautiful natural phenomena—the Bonneville Salt Flats—and leave the driving and logistics to your guide. With convenient hotel pickup in Salt Lake City, head to the famously vast flats with a small group to capture extraordinary photographs and learn about the famous speed racing. Stop at Great Salt Lake State Park and the Tree of Life sculpture so you don't waste a moment.