Canyonlands National Park Backcountry Tour

Overview

This tour explores the backcountry of Canyonlands National Park (Island in the Sky District) in approximately 4 hours. You will ride along in one of our 4x4 backcountry vehicles with heat and a/c for optimal comfort during all seasons.

Throughout this half day experience you will learn all about the parks, history, and geology of the Moab area. Your guide will point out Arch formations, and other towering landscapes along the way. Since our tours are private we can stop for photos at any point.

Sight seeing areas on this tour include but are not limited to Potash Mine, Shafer Trail, Musselman Arch, Ancient Indian Petroglyphs (Rock Carvings), Thelma and Louise point, and breathtaking canyon views. This tour will include both pavement sections and 4x4 road sections that are not paved.

Water and snacks are always provided for free.

City: Moab

Tue 06 May

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Starting at $252.00

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Tue 06 May

Starting at $252.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Private transportation

Park Entry Fees

Bottled water

All Fees and Taxes

Light Snacks are provided

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

Canyonlands National Park

You do not need a reservation or an entry ticket for this tour. The price is all inclusive. Folks visiting the parks on their own typically only see what is along side the pavement road - this tour will venture into the 4x4 backcountry for an exquisite and unique National Park experience. Throughout this half day experience you will learn all about the parks, history, and geology of the Moab area. Your guide will point out Arch formations, and other towering landscapes along the way. Since our tours are private we can stop for photos at any point. Sight seeing areas on this tour include but are not limited to Potash Mine, Shafer Trail, Musselman Arch, Ancient Indian Petroglyphs (Rock Carvings), Thelma and Louise point, and breathtaking canyon views. This tour will include both pavement sections and 4x4 road sections that are not paved.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (39)

kennethfA2362OB

Jun 2023

Highly informative and enjoyable backcountry tour of Canyonlands National Patk with Dave of Moab Scenic Adventures. Highly recommend it.

Response from Host

Jun 2023

Thank you so much for choosing Moab Scenic Adventures for your National Park experience. We appreciate your business and we hope you'll be back again next time.

324meghanf

Jun 2023

We had an awesome backroads tour with Dave! The scenery is truly amazing and all the more interesting with Dave filling in the geological and historic background for what you’re seeing. Highly recommended!

Response from Host

Jun 2023

Thank you so much for choosing Moab Scenic Adventures for your National Park experience. We appreciate your business and we hope you'll be back again next time.

michaelkB7237RA

May 2023

Trip was awesome! Justin helped to make it a blast! We really enjoyed learning more about Moab & about the Canyonlands! Well worth it!!

Response from Host

May 2023

Awesome! We are so happy to hear you had an excellent trip out on tour with Justin! Thank you for leaving an excellent review! Come see us again anytime!