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East Zion: Coral Sands Half-day Canyoneering Tour

Recommended by 99% of travelers
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Utah, USA
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10+ bookings last month.
  • 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Adventure-seeking travelers won’t want to miss the chance to go canyoneering through some of the most amazing slot canyons in Zion National Park. Your guide will keep you safe as you navigate your way through the canyons of red rock, rappelling down some cliffs as high as 100 feet. Learn about the geology of the area as you go. This tour lasts about five hours.
  • Receive personalized attention on a small-group tour
  • Active travelers will enjoy the mix of climbing, hiking, and rappelling
  • Explore deep into some of the most beautiful canyons on earth
  • Be immersed in a landscape you couldn’t reach any other way

What's Included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    • Thunderbird Resort
      4530 State St, Mt Carmel, UT 84755, USA

      Meet at the desk in the Golf Pro Shop behind the Thunderbird Restaurant.

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    What To Expect

    1

    Zion National Park

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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    Featured review

    Karyn_R
    Carolyn was great! This was a first experience for all of us so we were a little nervous but the guide was fantastic and made us feel confident! Highly recommend this exper!

    Reviews

    5.0
    based on 483 reviews
    Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

    One of the best...

    heather_P, Apr 2026
    One of the best experiences we did as a family. My kids haven’t stoped talking about it! Our guides were amazing! Our canyon had water in it which was rare and we did get wet and muddy but it only made the experience more memorable! Would recommend this 1000 times! One thing I will say is it’s not the easiest hike, and the description of activity was vague, so be prepared for an adventure!

    Response from Host, Apr 2026

    Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear your family had such a memorable experience with us. We also appreciate your feedback about the activity description and will keep working to better prepare guests for the adventure ahead. We hope to have the pleasure of serving you and your family again one day soon.

    Great!!!👍🏽

    Jacqueline_H, Apr 2026
    These guides were amazing! The experiences and sights were incredible! Teens had a blast. Challenging but doable.

    Response from Host, Apr 2026

    Thank you so much for your great review! We’re thrilled to hear the experience was so exciting. We really appreciate your feedback and hope to see you all again for another unforgettable adventure!

    Tons of fun, guides...

    Heather_H, Jun 2025
    Tons of fun, guides Nathan and Dan were great. Overall it wasn't too strenuous until the hike back up at the end, that kicked out butts pretty well. Definitely bring plenty of water if it's hot out.

    Response from Host, Jun 2025

    Thank you for the review Heather. We will be sure to share your kind words with Nathan and Dan. We hope to have the pleasure of serving you again one day soon.

    A Fun Adventure

    Adam_M, Apr 2025
    Diane's Throne Slot Canyon was beautiful and the guides were friendly, patient and knowledgeable. Well worth it if you're passing between Bryce and Zion National Parks. Go in the morning. It's cooler.

    Response from Host, Apr 2025

    Thank you for the tie to leave us a review. We appreciate your kind words, and hope to have the opportunity to serve you again one day.

    Incredible

    Chris_B, Sep 2024
    Dan our guide was Awesome. Amazing experience!! Plan to come back next year for the more advanced canyoneering. So much fun!!

    Response from Host, Sep 2024

    We’ve passed your wonderful review on to Dan.Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review. Our customer’s feedback guides our business and helps us keep improving the service we provide. We look forward to delivering another excellent experience to you next time you visit the area.

    New Experience

    Hilda_O, Jul 2024
    Dan was knowledgeable and fun! He even took pictures of us at the famous spot in the canyon. Thank you for a fun half day!

    Response from Host, Jul 2024

    Hilda, Thank you for joining Dan for a canyoneering adventure. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again one day.

    Fun time, balance of beauty and physical challenge!

    f2zqn7ypqy, Jun 2024
    First time canyoneering and it was exhilarating and fun! Beautiful scenery and knowledgeable guide. Challenges your body and mind! Cannot wait to do it again.

    Response from Host, Jun 2024

    Thank you for the awesome review. We are so happy to hear how much you enjoyed your canyoneering experience with us. We look forward to seeing you again soon.

    Awesome adventure

    dave_b, Nov 2023
    We had an awesome adventure. Our guides Brandy and Gavin were very informative and patient with everyone in the group. We were in good hands which made this tour really enjoyable.

    Response from Host, Nov 2023

    Thank you for joining us on the Coral Sands tour. We will be sure to pass along your kind words to Gavin and Drew.

    Highly recommended

    Sheila_S, Dec 2021
    We had a great time. Our guides were excellent and talked us all the way thru. Eric says there is type 1 fun and type 2 fun. This tour most definitely is both!! Highly recommended

    Solo Canyoneering Trip

    Emma_P, Sep 2021
    The morning tour was great fun and the guide was friendly and knowledgeable. The terrain is beautiful and the UTV ride was a highlight of the tour.

    Canyoneering is awesome.

    Anna_B, Sep 2021
    The rappelling was the best part for our group. The canyon was beautiful to climb/walk through. Our guide Eric was a lot of fun and made us feel safe and comfortable with the whole experience. We would go back to them again.

    Adventurous

    Melisa_W, Jul 2021
    Great, fun, unique family adventure! Our guide Joe was full of information, patient, and kind. Just remember it’s at East Zion entrance an hour away from Springdale.

    great experience

    AMYB, Jul 2021
    Fun experience! Our whole family had a great time. Our guide was very kind and knowledgeable! Would highly recommend

    Beat the heat and crowds and go Canyoneering!

    Vicki_K, Jul 2021
    Had never done any canyoneering before and wanted to experience this in a Utah slot canyon! We had Molly as our guide and she was FABULOUS in all ways. The groups are kept small which really helps the experience (we had 5 total plus guide). The experience and scenery was so much fun and thrilling!! I only wish it would have been a bit longer - it was everything as described and we did the Coral Sands region. Would repeat in a heartbeat!

    Beautiful Adventures inside Corral Sands Cayon

    Michelle_D, Jun 2021
    Best experience for beginner cayoneering! Must be able to jump off rocks and hike up hill. Being able to go and walk in the cayons were amazing. Riley was the best instructor - kind, safe, comforting my nerves, humble, and funny.

    Too much hiking and little repelling

    Terry_L, Jun 2021
    Repelling and a good group. Eric was a good tour guide. He had a lot of patience. The repelling was way too little.

    Loved this trip

    Donna_H, May 2021
    Very beautiful, very safe and educational. Awesome guides. Will definitely do this again when ee find ourselves back in the area! This company is great to work with.

    Excellent experience!

    Colleen_M, May 2021
    Joe and Ronnie are amazing guides. Very personable, friendly, and have a gift for putting people at ease. I felt safe during the entire experience and confident in their expertise. Definitely got the bug for canyoneering. 😊

    Loved it!

    Dhruv_J, May 2021
    Had such a wonderful time Rappelling beautiful canyons. Mollie & Ryley are amazing guides! Worth it!

    Amazing guides

    Katherine_M, May 2021
    Riley and Mollie were absolutely amazing guides. It was our first time canyoneering and we had a blast. Would definitely do this again!!!

    Canyoneering tour is a highlight on my trip

    SIMON, May 2021
    Rock repelling was the most enjoyable experience in this canyoneering tour. Guide Landon is excellent in what he is doing, and funny. Everything we did felt very safe.

    Wow, so much fun!

    Karyn_R, Apr 2021
    Carolyn was great! This was a first experience for all of us so we were a little nervous but the guide was fantastic and made us feel confident! Highly recommend this exper!

    Loved it!!!!

    Joy_C, Apr 2021
    Highly recommended to everyone. We were all first timers. I just wished we had more rappelling. We did 5 for the half day that we purchased & completed in 2.5 hours instead of the 5.5 hours. The highest drop (70 feet) & the slot canyons were full of fun. Brig our tour guide was very patient with us & felt safe 😉. We would do it again & again

    Breathtakingly beautiful

    Steve_L, Apr 2021
    Very much worth doing- canyon was breathtakingly beautiful- something you wouldn’t find on your own and our guide Riley was fabulous! She made it easy for this 67 yr old lady! Hope to do it again!

    Amazing adventure

    Robin_P, Apr 2021
    The repelling was all that I expected and then some. Guide was very professional and patient. Would highly recommend

    Times to remember!

    Marleny_R, Mar 2021
    The best tour!!! Great tour guide and they put together a great group of people with a lot in common . It was a great opportunity to meet new people!!

    Fun and beautiful views of slot canyons!

    Juanita_C, Mar 2021
    Justin was very knowledgeable and experienced and made us all feel comfortable. This tour was worth every penny and I highly recommend. Such a great way to explore Utah!

    Great views

    Tim_K, Feb 2021
    It was outstanding. The rappelling was made easy by Justin our guide and the views from the bottom of the canyon where amazing. Worth every penny. I would highly recommend this tour

    Good tour for first timers

    Le_v, Nov 2020
    We really enjoyed the outing and the guide is excellent! A little expensive but worth. Tttguuxu exit I if if it i it if if it t oh pig to it I got out if if

    Canyoneering ! Top notch!

    Barry_H, Nov 2020
    Canyoneering exceeded our expectations! Our guide Caroline fro Zion Pondersoa Ranch was TOP NOTCH! 10 stars for her! This experience was our highlight for 1st time novices... exhilarating! Highly recommend !

    Response from Host, Nov 2020

    Thanks for your review! Glad you enjoyed your experience! Carolyn does such a great job!
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