Top Moab Day Trips

Book this small group tour for an adventure 4x4 driving through Arches and Canyonlands from Moab. You’ll get to go places other vehicles can’t reach with this tour, and you’ll also be keeping costs down by sharing your experience with a small group. Enjoy a provided lunch and ice water along the way to keep you cooled down and energized.

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.

Embark on an adventure! With experienced guides you will be taken deep into Arches National Park to see the road less traveled. Hike and drive off road to areas most visitors do not get to see. We will tell you about history, geology, flora, fauna and more while having fun all day long!

Arches & Canyonlands: The Backcountry 4x4 Tour See the wonders of Utah’s two most iconic parks in one day—without the crowds. Our unique backcountry access allows us to bypass the paved roads and enter through a remote gateway. You’ll ride in climate-controlled comfort as our expert guides lead you to hidden formations, archaeological sites, and geological marvels that standard tours miss. Two Parks, One Day: Covers both Arches and Canyonlands. Off-Road Access: Exclusive routes through remote gateways. All-Inclusive: Includes a knowledgeable guide and a delicious lunch

Explore the beauty of Arches National Park and Canyonlands National Park with this private self-guided driving tour bundle. Enjoy the flexibility to travel at your own pace, with hands-free functionality, and offline access, so you can use it even in remote areas. Includes full itineraries, travel tips, audio guide, videos, and text.

The Mighty Five refers to five of Utah’s National Parks—including Arches, Bryce Canyon, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef, and Zion. This private self-guided audio tour is ideal for independent travelers who want to explore Utah at their own pace. Enjoy the freedom and flexibility of planning your own self-drive Utah adventure with audio commentary through an easy-to-use app offering offline access.

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.

Explore the beauty of Arches National Park, and the world’s largest concentration of natural stone arches, with this self-guided driving tour. Enjoy the flexibility to travel at your own pace, with hands-free functionality, turn-by-turn directions, and offline access, so you can use it even in remote areas. Includes full itineraries, travel tips, audio guide, and text.

Moab is renowned for outdoor adventure and scenic beauty. Get the best of both while splashing your way down the Colorado during this full-day whitewater rafting trip through Westwater Canyon. From Moab, shuttle out to your put-in and get ready for a wild ride down class III and IV rapids flanked by majestic red rock formations. Lunch, swim, then back in the boat for more adventure.

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.

Experience Utah’s thrilling Hell’s Revenge Trail on a UTV with this excursion. Traverse steep climbs and slick rock as you head to your destination—the Colorado River Overlook. From the top, gaze over at Arches National Park and the surrounding desert before heading back to the starting point.

On this half-day 4WD adventure from Moab, explore the rugged, red stone interior of Canyonlands National Park, where you’ll experience the beauty of the Island in the Sky district and the stunning Gooseneck Overlook. Your professional guide will navigate your vehicle down the switchbacks of White Rim Road, where you will not only see the remains of ancient Pueblo civilizations, but also admire the canyon walls that drop 1,000 feet (300m) down. It’s an easy drive from Moab to Canyonlands, and the views of the meandering Colorado River help cap off this 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.

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.

Discover the dramatic landscapes of Canyonlands National Park on a self-guided audio tours with Shaka Guide. On this tour we’ll guide you through the park’s Island of the Sky District. You can visit scenic spots like Dead Horse Point, Green River Overlook and the famous Mesa Arch. Plus, we’ll recommend 6 of our favorite hiking trails including Upheaval Dome. 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. Along the way we’ll share stories about the places you’re visiting, give you important travel tips, and play music to keep you entertained the entire time. 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 *After booking, you MUST follow the steps in your booking confirmation & download Shaka Guide*

Hit the dusty trail on a 4x4 tour of Canyonlands National Park. Expert guides will take you to see the highlights of Utah’s Chesler Park such as Elephant Hill, Devil’s Lane, and Devil’s Kitchen. There’s also the option to take a 3-mile (4.8-km) hike on the spectacularly scenic Joint Trail. This full-day adventure is the perfect way to experience Utah’s backcountry away from the crowds.

Our Arches Small Group Day Tour promises a stress-free and convenient experience. Enjoy comfortable transportation, ensuring a scenic drive to the park without the worry of navigating unfamiliar roads. We take care of all the details, including park entry permits, so you can focus on savoring the beauty of Arches. Along the way, your naturalist guide will share stories of Arches park history and native people, explain its natural features, and share information about the unique desert landscape and Colorado Plateau. Groups are capped at 8 adventurers. If we don’t meet the minimum number of spots booked, registrants will be offered an option to make the tour private for an additional charge or cancel for a full refund.

Travel by 4-wheel drive (4WD) deep into Canyonlands National Park via the White Rim Road on this full-day, small-group tour. Head straight to sights that would be challenging to explore alone, such as Island in the Sky, Gooseneck Overlook, Musselman Arch, Lathrop Canyon, and the Shafer Trail. Take optional guided hikes that lead to hidden passages, secret canyons and the caves of Canyonlands. Buffet lunch and round-trip transport from Moab included.

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.

Enjoy an intrepid, one-of-a-kind excursion through Moab’s dramatic scenery and Hell's Revenge Trail on this guided UTV tour. Pick between morning or afternoon tour times, and make your own way to the departure point in central Moab. Once you get acquainted with your vehicle and your gear, follow your guide up steep inclines, big descents, and keep one eye on the striking landscapes as you go.

Adventurous travelers looking for a fun but not-too-extreme adventure will love this white-water rafting tour on the Colorado River. You'll paddle through the Fisher Towers section with class II rapids, enjoying fresh healthy lunch on a riverside beach amid towering red rock canyons. Admire the amazing canyons and cliffs as you drift along calm sections, then paddle hard and be prepared to get wet as you ride the rapids.

Enjoy a full day tour of Moab's National Parks. Whether you're splitting your day between two adventures or focusing on seeing everything that one park has to offer, you'll have a blast with your family and friends seeing the majestic natural beauty of Arches and Canyonlands. Stunning arches, towering sandstone formations, unfathomably deep canyons, and a diverse ecological landscape create an unforgettable day. Your guide knows the best locations each park has to offer and has an extensive background in educating about this impressive land. You won't forget this bucket-list adventure in these classic National Parks.

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.