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Day tour of Arches & Canyonlands NP. Backcountry 4X4 Jeep

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Arches & Canyonlands: The Backcountry 4x4 Tour

See the wonders of Utah’s two most iconic parks in one day—without the crowds. Our unique backcountry access allows us to bypass the paved roads and enter through a remote gateway. You’ll ride in climate-controlled comfort as our expert guides lead you to hidden formations, archaeological sites, and geological marvels that standard tours miss.

Two Parks, One Day: Covers both Arches and Canyonlands.

Off-Road Access: Exclusive routes through remote gateways.

All-Inclusive: Includes a knowledgeable guide and a delicious lunch

What's Included

  • Lunch
  • Ice water and snacks
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities
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378 North Main Street
Moab, UT 84532, USA

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Arches National Park

The tour will head north on US 191, passing the entrance of Arches National Park, which was designated as a National Monument before being changed to a National Park in 1971. Our special use permit allows us to enter the back door to Arches via the Willow Springs Road. Along this backcountry route, you’ll travel through the new area of the “Utah Raptor State Park”. Here, where Native Americans lived back in history for thousands of years, you’ll see dinosaur tracks and enjoy the views of the La Sal Mountains. The Park lies atop an underground salt bed that is responsible for the arches, spires, and sandstone fins. Several of the stops include Eye of the Whale, Balanced Rock, Delicate Arch viewpoint, and the Windows Section. The trip length is approximately 4 hours. All vehicles are Jeep Rubicons, which are enclosed and air-conditioned.
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Canyonlands National Park

The Island in the Sky district of Canyonlands National Park is the focus of this excellent half-day tour. Set 2,000 feet above the canyon floor below, we will descend from the top of the mesa via the famous Shafer Trail. Using Shafer Trail’s winding switchbacks the tour will take guests from atop the mesa to the meandering river corridor below. Throughout the tour your experienced and knowledgeable guide will provide you with information on the Park and the various scenery that you will see. There will be an emphasis on the history, archeology, and geology of the area. Your guide will also point out natural sandstone arches, and other formations that many visitors might miss on their own while visiting the Park and the canyons below. This tour offers guests the opportunity to see the splendor of Canyonlands from the comfort of our fully enclosed, air-conditioned, 4×4 vehicles. The tour could be run in reverse, or bottom of the canyon, climbing up.
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4 hours Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Please call our office to reconfirm tour the day before your scheduled tour date.
  • 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)
  • 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.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Day tour of Arches & Canyonlands NP. Backcountry 4X4 Jeep?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MST).This tour 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. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

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

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Lunch
  • Ice water and snacks
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Parking available at the office
  • Experienced, knowledgeable guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Not recommended for those with motion sickness, vertigo, etc.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Please call our office to reconfirm tour the day before your scheduled tour date.
  • 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)
  • 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.
  • Car infant seat (required by Utah State Law for children 8 years and younger or under 57 inches
  • Park entrance fee are not included. Please call our office at (435) 259-8594 for the current National park entrance fees.
  • You will spend approximately 4 and half hours in each Park. There will be travel time back to our office Approximately 15 minutes. In-between the parks for an approximate one hour lunch.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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