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Canyonlands National Park Half-Day Tour from Moab

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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.
  • Canyonlands National Park tour by 4WD from Moab
  • Visit the sheer sandstone mesa of Island in the Sky, which stands more than 1,000 feet (300 meters) tall
  • Stop at scenic lookouts with panoramic views of canyon country
  • Travel the rugged terrain of the Shafer Trail by 4WD
  • See examples of rock art from ancient indigenous Pueblo cultures
  • Choose from a morning, afternoon or sunset tour
  • NAVTEC Expeditions is an authorized concessionaire of Canyonlands and Arches National Park
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Transport by 4x4 vehicle
Ice water and lemonade
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Departure Point

321 N Main St, Moab, UT 84532, USA

On the North end of town across from the tire shop. NAVTEC Expeditions

Return Details

Returns to original departure point
Your tour begins in the middle of Moab where you’ll meet you professional guide, who will help you get comfortably situated inside of the off-road, 4WD vehicle. Enjoy the 30-mile (48km) drive from Moab to Canyonlands National Park, where you’ll explore the popular Island in the Sky District with its spectacular desert scenery.

Start off atop a mesa with views looking out over the horizon before your guide deftly maneuvers the switchbacks of Shafer Trail. On this section of the 100-mile (161-km) White Rim Road Loop, you’ll make stops at spectacular Gooseneck Overlook and famous Musselman Arch, and photograph vistas of the Colorado River and the view from Thelma and Louise Point.

In addition to the popular lookouts, your expert guide will take you to spots that aren’t as frequently visited, where you’ll find everything from ancient Pueblo rock art to vertical views down the canyons. You’ll learn the history of the Pueblo people who inhabited the Four Corners area, and aside from the culture and history lessons, your guide will also explain the geology of the red rock canyons before you.

When you stop for a break to take photos, venture out on one of the short trails that leave from many of the viewpoints; you’ll get a different perspective and angle for photographing the canyons.

When this Canyonlands tour from Moab is over, your guide will return you to the middle of Moab to the spot where the tour began.
Itinerary
Stop At:  
Potash Road
Our first stop is along Scenic Byway 279 at a petroglyph rock art site. Guides provide insight to the people who passed this way and left markings on the canyon walls.
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Duration: 15 minutes
Admission Ticket Included
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Utah Scenic Byway 279 Rock Art Sites
The Rock Art Sites of Moab offer travelers easy access to ancient drawings scattered along paths even a novice can navigate.
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Duration: 15 minutes
Admission Ticket Included
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Island in the Sky
We enter Canyonlands National Park on the 4WD trial and take a short trip along the White Rim. This prominent sandstone formation wraps for 100 miles around the Island in the Sky.
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Duration: 1 hour 
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Stop At:  
Musselman Arch
Our excursion along the White Rim follows the trail along a bench to Musselman Arch. Guests take a short 300' stroll to see this amazing natural stone arch.
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Duration: 30 minutes
Admission Ticket Not Included
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Shafer Trail
We backtrack along the White Rim Trail to the iconic switchbacks of the Shafer Trail. This old cattle trail climbs 1000' to the rim of Island in the Sky with magnificent views of the backcountry of Canyonlands. The 4X4 trail ends at scenic byway 313.
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Canyonlands National Park
This 4 hour guided interpretive tour starts along the banks of the Colorado River and travels into Canyonlands on 4WD roads up to the mesa of Island in the Sky.
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Corona Arch
Corona Arch is a natural sandstone arch near Moab. The arch is located within the same rock formation as Pinto Arch and Bowtie Arch.
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Dead Horse Point State Park
The 4X4 trail passes 1000' under the rim of Dead Horse and 1000' above the Goose-neck of the Colorado River. We make stops at a limestone fossil bed, a giant red rock amphitheater, and the famous Thelma Louise point.
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Duration: 30 minutes
Admission Ticket Included
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Things to bring: camera, water bottle (free refills available) and sun protection
  • NAVTEC Expeditions is an authorized concessionaire of Canyonlands and Arches National Park
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
  • OPERATED BY NAVTEC Expeditions
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Canyonlands National Park Half-Day Tour from Moab?
A:The policies on face masks and attendee health are:

  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
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The best way to see Canyonlands!
James_G
, Nov 2021
Ric provided my wife and I an excellent experience in Canyonlands! He arrived on time with his land cruiser and we were off. Ric made sure to stop along the way allowing us to take in the archeological and geological sites. Hitting the dirt really allowed Ric to show off his skills and knowledge. He seemed to have surprises up his sleeve such a recently discovered dinosaur fossil, excellent photo stops, and off road return trip. Ric knows the area and off roading. He gave advice to me as I set out to have my own overland vehicle. Ric had snacks and water at the ready. Lastly, he helped us plan the rest of our trip allowing us to maximize our small amount of time. Highly recommended. You should book your spot right now.
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Amazing vistas
Debbie_B
, Nov 2021
Charlotte our guide was absolutely fantastic, so knowledgeable about the area rock formation. In fact everything. Visited Canyonlands & Arches. Went off the tourist track and saw the real Utah. Thanx so much Charlotte. See you again. X
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This company has long history with area. Give it a 10/10
Christine_D
, Nov 2021
Our driver Chance was excellent. Learned so much about this area of country. He is a wealth of knowledge. The off roading was spectacular. Is an absolute must do but not for people who have a extreme fear of heights. We always felt safe and comfortable on this excursion. Chance is a very experienced driver. Would do this tour again!
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Great trip
Claude_L
, Nov 2021
Giving it all 5 stars. Driver showed up on time. He was very knowledgeable & pleasant. Would do it again.
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Amazing tour!!
John_D
, Nov 2021
Ben was an amazing tour guide. He grew up in Moab so he knew the history of the area and also had in depth knowledge about rock formation, what to see and lots of stories about the area. He was funny too. We felt like we learned and saw so much more than if we had been on our own
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4x4 trip to Dead Horse Point with Chance
Stephen_W
, Nov 2021
We had the most incredible trip and having Chance as our guide made it the trip of a lifetime. He is without doubt the most intelligent and knowledgeable guide we could have found.
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Great trip to Canyonlands
Norma_L
, Oct 2021
Excellent trip through roads I would not be able to access on my own. John, our driver was very knowledgeable about the area - a great guide and skillful driver. Highly recommend.
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Great time enjoyed by all.
Richard_G
, Oct 2021
Guide was great driver a little quiet but very polite and helpful. One gentle suggestion would be to use deodorant.
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Trip of a Lifetime!
Caroline_D
, Oct 2021
Having our great guide, Rich, show us the ghost shrimp and something else in a mud puddle that will evaporate and resume life next time the puddle comes back.
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Canyonlands Tour with Larry
Lori_B
, Oct 2021
Had an awesome time! Larry our Guide was terrific! Showed us the Ride of Our Lives in Canyonlands! We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves!
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