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Canyonlands National Park: Epic Adventures Await

Embark on an epic adventure through the rugged landscapes of Canyonlands National Park, where breathtaking vistas and deep canyons await. Discover the majesty of the Island in the Sky, conquer the Shafer Trail with thrilling 4x4 off-road tours, or witness the Colorado River's power from a stunning helicopter tour. Whether you are seeking high-octane adventure tours, serene hiking expeditions, or expert-led guided group tours, our curated experiences offer the ultimate way to explore this desert masterpiece. From backcountry exploration to breathtaking lookouts, plan your unforgettable Utah journey today and experience the awe-inspiring scale of nature's finest work.

4.88/5 avg ratingTours from $16.9934 unique experiences50% free cancellation

At a glance

Tour Price

Tour Price

$212–$463 typical

Median price is $330, with a wide range from $17 to $1,100

Rating

Rating

4.88β˜… average

Based on 2,986 pooled reviews with ~96% positive sentiment

Tour Length

Tour Length

4.5 hours median

Typical duration ranges from 1 to 9.9 hours

Best Value

Best Value

Historical tours

Averages 4.92β˜… at $194, which is below the typical price

Tour Type

Tour Type

Nature & Adventure

91% of options focus on Nature, 62% are Adventure tours

Key Features

Key Features

Guided & Group formats

79% are guided tours and 59% are group tours

33 Products

Canyonlands National Park Half-Day Tour from Moab

Canyonlands National Park Half-Day Tour from Moab

4 hrsFree cancellation
4.88 (1,105 reviews)
95.57%
4.43%
amazingwonderful lookoutsexcellent guide
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$240
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Canyonlands National Park Half-Day Tour from Moab
Summary

Discover the wild beauty of Canyonlands National Park on this half-day 4x4 adventure through the Island in the Sky district. Travel deep into the park aboard a custom 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser as your expert local guide navigates steep switchbacks sandstone ledges, and sections of the legendary White ...

Inclusions
  • Pick-up from your hotel or campground, if needed
  • Professional guide
  • National Park Tour by Four Wheel Drive Vehicle
  • Ice Water
Exclusions
  • Gratuity for Guide :)
  • Soft drinks + food
  • National Park Entrance Fees ($15/person unless you have a parks pass)
  • Car/booster seat (required for children 7 & under)
Itinerary
  • Potash Road
  • Utah Scenic Byway 279 Rock Art Sites
  • Island in the Sky
  • Musselman Arch
  • Shafer Trail Viewpoint
  • Canyonlands National Park
Good to know
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Things to bring: camera, water bottle (lots of extra water provided on your tour for refills) and sun protection, NAVTEC Expeditions is an authorized concessionaire of Canyonlands and Arches National Park, Every 4x4 tour needs a minimum of 3 individuals to run. If your trip does not meet the minimum, you will be offered other tour options or get a full refund. (Another option is to pay for the 3rd fare)
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Canyonlands NP. Backcountry Morning or Afternoon 4X4 JEEP

Canyonlands NP. Backcountry Morning or Afternoon 4X4 JEEP

4 hrsFree cancellation
4.94 (484 reviews)
95.38%
4.62%
exceptionnelincredible guided tournice tour
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$210
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Canyonlands NP. Backcountry Morning or Afternoon 4X4 JEEP
Summary

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 the famo...

Inclusions
  • Ice water and snacks
  • Parking available at the office
  • Experienced, knowledgeable guide
Exclusions
  • Gratuities
  • Car infant seat (required by Utah State Law for children 8 years and younger or under 57 inches)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
  • Shafer Trail Viewpoint
  • White Rim Road
  • Goosenecks Overlook
  • Adrift Adventures
  • Canyonlands National Park
  • Cataract Canyon
  • Corona Arch Trail
  • Island in the Sky
  • Potash Road
Good to know
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Please call our office to reconfirm tour the day before your scheduled tour date., We advise that is you are, or anyone in your party is, over 6'2" and/or 225+ pounds to please consult the tour office prior to your trip's departure date., The Jeep Wranglers used have four passenger seats, and the guide/driver has all guests rotate seats throughout the trip. This makes it so that one person is not stuck in the same seat for the entire trip., Not recommended for those with motion sickness, vertigo, etc., Due to these tours being 'backcountry' tours, you will be going off the paved roads in an elevated vehicle that has the clearance for these special off-road trails., Things to bring: water bottle (free refills available), sunglasses, sunscreen, visor/hat, sun protection, sturdy footwear for hiking, day pack, camcorders and cameras (bring at your own risk)
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

ON SALE! Discover Moab In A Day: Arches Canyonlands Dead Horse

ON SALE! Discover Moab In A Day: Arches Canyonlands Dead Horse

8 hrsFree cancellation
4.97 (348 reviews)
97.21%
2.79%
Awesomebest excursionhighly recommend
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$399
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ON SALE! Discover Moab In A Day: Arches Canyonlands Dead Horse
Summary

Join the ORIGINAL Moab In A Day tour and take advantage of nearly a decade of experience delivering this expertly crafted adventure! Gaze across the towering cliffs of Park Avenue, step beneath the cathedral-like span of Double Arch, and wander through the hidden passageways of Sand Dune Arch. In t...

Inclusions
  • PICK UP WINDOW: Between 7 and 7:15 from in front of your Moab hotel or at 6:50 from our office.
  • INCLUDED: Light picnic lunch, snacks, water refills (pls bring H20 bottle filled w/ ice in summer.)
  • INCLUDED: Dead Horse Point Entry Fees
  • CANCELATION POLICY: 24hrs including sudden illnesses. Please purchase separate travel insurance.
Exclusions
  • NOT INCLUDED: Tips - if we rocked your expectations, tip will make our day - guests typically do 15%
  • NOT INCLUDED: Stops at gift shops - Visitor Center In Moab has the same souvenirs & passport stamps.
  • NOT INCLUDED National Parks entry: $30/pp extra or FREE for up to 4 w/ 1 existing nat'l park pass.
Itinerary
  • Arches National Park
  • Arches National Park Scenic Drive
  • Balanced Rock Trail
  • Windows
  • Double Arch
  • Turret Arch
  • Canyonlands National Park
  • Park Avenue Trail
  • Lower Delicate Arch Viewpoint
  • Broken Arch
  • Fiery Furnace
  • Green River Overlook
  • Dead Horse Point State Park
  • Shafer Canyon Overlook
  • Mesa Arch
  • Moab
  • Moab Giants
  • Delicate Arch
  • Arches National Park
  • Dead Horse Point
  • Devils Garden Trailhead
  • Utah
  • Utah Mighty 5 National Parks Tours - Utah 5 Tours
Good to know
  • Service animals allowed, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, PLEASE READ: WHY WE DON'T INCLUDE PARK ENTRY INTO THE COST OF OUR TOURS We are regulated by the National Park Service. Our permit allows us to visit more places inside the parks than tours that include entry which makes this tour the most comprehensive tour of Arches and Canyonlands in Moab. If you have a park pass you're set! If you don't have one yet, a national park pass is an affordable investment into a year's worth of national park travel and it's a way to support the NPS in their mission of preserving the most beautiful places in the world for future generations. We suggest that you don't get a pass ahead of time if this is your only visit to National Parks in the next 12 months, you can pick one up on the day of the tour., Please cancel your tour if on the day of the tour you present with the following symptoms: fever of 100.5 F or 38.1 C of higher, or chills, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, cough, sore throat, runny nose, muscle aches, loss of taste or smell that cannot be attributed to another condition.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Arches & Canyonlands Full Day 4X4 Combo

Arches & Canyonlands Full Day 4X4 Combo

9 hrsFree cancellationLikely to sell out
4.92 (246 reviews)
96.45%
3.55%
outstandingfocus on the sightsfantastic experience
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$330
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Arches & Canyonlands Full Day 4X4 Combo
Summary

Experience two of Utah’s most iconic national parks in a single unforgettable day with Navtec Expeditions. This full-day overland adventure combines the towering sandstone arches of Arches National Park with the dramatic canyon overlooks and legendary backcountry roads of Canyonlands National Park, ...

Inclusions
  • Licensed Experienced Guide Service
  • Quality Lunch w/ Ice Water (please bring a personal water bottle!)
  • National Park Tour by Four Wheel Drive Vehicle
Exclusions
  • Park Entrance Fees ($15/person for day pass unless one has an annual parks pass)
  • Gratuity to Guide :)
  • Signature on required "Acknowledgment of Risk" form
  • Car/booster seat (required for children 7 & under)
Itinerary
  • Island in the Sky
  • Shafer Trail Viewpoint
  • White Rim Trail
  • Arches National Park
  • Tower Arch
  • Eye of the Whale Arch
  • Canyonlands National Park
Good to know
  • Service animals allowed, Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, Things to Bring: reusable bottle (your guide will have lots of extra water available), sun protection/camera/suitable attire and footwear for the weather if need be, Our company is an authorized concessionaire of Canyonlands and Arches National Park, If you have an Annual National Parks Pass, please bring this for your park entrance fee, otherwise you will need to purchase a day pass for each park individually for $15, Every 4x4 tour needs a minimum of 3 individuals to run. If your trip does not meet the minimum, you will be offered other tour options or get a full refund. (Another option is to pay for the 3rd fare)
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Canyonlands National Park Backcountry Adventure

Canyonlands National Park Backcountry Adventure

4.5 hrs
4.89 (252 reviews)
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$240
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Canyonlands National Park Backcountry Adventure
Summary

Explore the Island in the Sky district of Canyonlands National Park in a 4x4 vehicle tour from Moab. Enjoy the views of the river all the way to the top of the mesa, including the iconic Shafer Trail.

From Moab: Canyonlands Needle District 4x4 Tour

From Moab: Canyonlands Needle District 4x4 Tour

10 hrs
5 (32 reviews)
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$353
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From Moab: Canyonlands Needle District 4x4 Tour
Summary

Explore remote areas of the Canyonlands National Park Needles District on 4x4 trails while enjoying desert scenery. See pristine rock art and enjoy a hike in the heart of Chesler Park.

Island in the Sky & Canyon Country Heli Tour - 45 minutes

Island in the Sky & Canyon Country Heli Tour - 45 minutes

45 minsFree cancellationLikely to sell out
5 (16 reviews)
100%
0%
amazingspectacular viewsfriendly
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$592
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Island in the Sky & Canyon Country Heli Tour - 45 minutes
Summary

Experience Moab like never before with our Island in the Sky of Canyonlands Helicopter Tour. This thrilling adventure takes you on a scenic flight over some of the most breathtaking landscapes in the region. As you soar through the air, you'll be treated to unobstructed views of Dead Horse Point, a ...

Inclusions
  • Window seats for everyone
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Complimentary water inside the terminal
  • Live narration on board
  • Headsets to clearly hear the narration
Exclusions
  • Gratuities
Itinerary
  • Corona Arch Trail
  • Dead Horse Point State Park
  • Grand View Point Overlook
  • Island in the Sky
  • Canyonlands National Park
Good to know
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Afternoon Canyonlands Island In The Sky 4X4 Tour

Afternoon Canyonlands Island In The Sky 4X4 Tour

4 hrs
4.93 (18 reviews)
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$225
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Afternoon Canyonlands Island In The Sky 4X4 Tour
Summary

Explore the backcountry of the Island in the Sky district of Canyonlands National Park on this half day tour. discover the rugged beauty as you traverse the Shafer trail in our guided Jeep Rubicon's

From Moab: Canyonlands 4x4 Drive and Calm Water Cruise

From Moab: Canyonlands 4x4 Drive and Calm Water Cruise

9.5 hrs
4.9 (12 reviews)
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$330
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From Moab: Canyonlands 4x4 Drive and Calm Water Cruise
Summary

Explore Canyonlands National Park on a tour from from top to bottom. Enjoy a driving experience in the backcountry areas, followed by a scenic cruise down the Colorado River. Lunch is included.

From Moab: Canyonlands 4x4 Drive and Colorado River Rafting

From Moab: Canyonlands 4x4 Drive and Colorado River Rafting

9 hrs
4.72 (57 reviews)
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$265
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From Moab: Canyonlands 4x4 Drive and Colorado River Rafting
Summary

Explore the spectacular Canyonlands National Park on a thrilling off-road drive, combined with a rafting trip on the scenic Fisher Towers section of the Colorado River. This tour includes lunch.

Pairs well with

Landmarks travelers visit on the same route as Canyonlands National Park.

Dead Horse Point State Park
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Dead Horse Point State Park

30 km away β€’ from $15

Utah Scenic Byway 279 Rock Art Sites
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Utah Scenic Byway 279 Rock Art Sites

44 km away β€’ from $240

Corona Arch
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Corona Arch

46 km away β€’ from $15

Hell's Revenge Trail
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Hell's Revenge Trail

51 km away β€’ from $95

Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to the most common questions travelers ask before visiting.

Private options are a standout feature of the experiences we compare, as roughly one third (31%) of the 45 available tours are private. This makes them a much more common choice here than in many other national parks, providing a more tailored way to see the landscape.

The cost of excursions varies widely depending on the duration and level of customization. Among the options listed across booking platforms, prices typically range from $189–$475, though the full spread can reach up to $1,139. The median price sits at about $330.

The feedback is overwhelmingly positive, with an average rating of 4.82β˜… based on 3,090 pooled reviews across booking platforms. Travelers frequently describe the experiences as amazing and incredible, specifically highlighting the wonderful lookouts and the quality of the excellent guides.

The duration depends entirely on the type of excursion you choose. Most tours range from 1 to 13 hours, with a median duration of about 4.5 hours.

It is wise to plan ahead, as a small number of the options we compare (7%) are flagged as likely to sell out. To ensure flexibility, you might want to look for tours that offer free cancellation, which is available for roughly half (51%) of the listings.

To accommodate international travelers, tours are offered in 5 different languages: English, Spanish, French, Italian, and Portuguese.

Yes, a handful (13%) of the tours we compare are specifically tagged as eco-friendly, which may appeal to environmentally conscious travelers looking to minimize their footprint while exploring the park.

Yes, many backcountry roads and access points require a high clearance 4WD vehicle. Standard cars may get stuck on washboard roads.

Bring extra water, food, and fuel. Facilities are limited, and temperatures can rise quickly in the desert heat.

Yes, you must obtain a permit for all overnight backcountry camping. Reservations are required through the National Park Service website.

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