Top Moab Day Trips

Benefit from an informative private self-guided audio tour without having to struggle to hear your guide or wait around for a group of strangers. This app-based audio tour of Arches and Canyonlands National Parks gives you all the guidance and information you need while letting you go at your own pace. Learn about famous and lesser-known attractions as you drive yourself through the incredible desert landscape.

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!

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.

A private tour of Arches National Park from Moab, just your group and a local guide who lives here year-round. We time departures to beat the crowds and the heat, usually in the early light, and your guide handles the timed-entry reservation, route and pacing so you just enjoy the day. Choose your length: - 4 hours (most-booked half day): The Windows and Turret Arch, Balanced Rock, Park Avenue, the Delicate Arch viewpoint, and a stop or two most visitors miss. - 6 hours: adds the Delicate Arch trailhead hike (conditions permitting) and the Fiery Furnace overlook. - 8 hours: a full day including Devils Garden, with a picnic lunch. One price covers your whole group: door-to-door Moab pickup, all park fees, water, sodas and snacks, binoculars and trekking poles, and a digital photo album of your day. Easy to moderate walking; longer hikes only if you want them.

Immerse yourself in the rugged, otherworldly landscapes of Arches National Park during this 5-hour private tour, departing conveniently from Moab. Your adventure begins as you leave behind the hustle and bustle of daily life and step into a realm where nature’s artistry knows no bounds. As you venture deeper into the park, Delicate Arch awaits, its awe-inspiring beauty captured in the golden light of the desert sun. You’ll stand in the shadow of this iconic freestanding arch, gazing in wonder at its remarkable form and the power of natural forces that sculpted it. Double Arch, a geological marvel, beckons with its grandeur. As you explore the Windows Section, the North and South Windows, framed by the colossal rocks, create a scene of both grandeur and intimacy, with Turret Arch providing a picture of slender elegance nearby. This private tour ensures you have the freedom to absorb the surroundings at your own pace, allowing for unhurried moments

Venture deep into Moab’s rugged backcountry for a day of incredible natural wonders, unique rock formations, and thrilling off-road travel. This small-group adventure takes you far beyond the pavement to three of the area’s hidden treasures: Tusher Tunnel – Step into a natural rock tunnel carved by wind and water over centuries. This geological marvel is like walking through a secret stone hallway that opens to sweeping desert views. Monitor & Merrimac Buttes – These two iconic sandstone buttes rise like ancient sentinels above the desert floor, named after Civil War ironclad ships. We’ll explore their dramatic formations and the surrounding slickrock playground.

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.

Arches National Park holds a secret: a remote area of the park that is as spectacular as anything you'll see along the main park roads. It is also home to one of the biggest and most spectacular arches found in the park. This arch awaits you at the end of the moderately strenuous 3 mile round trip hike. Let us take you there and show you Arches as it used to be decades ago: empty, quiet, secluded, off the beaten track. It is an exceptional experience that few visitors to Arches National Park ever enjoy. ***Please note that we do not sell our products directly on "Cool Destinations". Our tour prices include taxes.***

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*

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. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

Escape the crowds and discover Utah’s iconic Arches National Park on this flexible, self-guided audio tour. This self-guided audio driving tour—the "Reverse" route—takes you through the entire scenic drive in reverse order, putting you in prime position to beat the crowds while discovering iconic formations and hidden gems at your own pace. You’ll get early access to Delicate Arch and other highlights! Experience over 50 audio insights across 18 stops, including spectacular viewpoints like Park Avenue, Petrified Dunes, and Panorama Point; iconic formations such as Balanced Rock, Double Arch, and the famed Delicate Arch viewpoint; and hidden wonders like Pothole Arch and the tranquil Garden of Eden. *Download the Shaka Guide app to access the purchased tours*

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.

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.

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.