Top Utah Half-day Tours

Go sightseeing in Salt Lake City with ease on this 4-hour coach tour. You’ll see some of Utah's top urban attractions like the Mormon Trail, Temple Square, Old Deseret Village, the State Capitol Building, Fort Douglas and sites from the 2002 Winter Olympic Games. Plus, purchase lunch at the Lion House, the former home of pioneer Brigham Young, and take in a live recital at the renowned Mormon Tabernacle.

Moab is blessed with the Colorado River running right through the middle of the desert, and on this Moab whitewater rafting tour, experience a scenic float down the river that also has Class III rapids. This tour takes place near Fishers Tower, which is just on the outskirts of Moab, where you can swim in the river, photograph wildlife, and listen as your guide explains the geology and history behind the canyons.  With various departures during the day at 9:00 am, 12:00 pm and 2:00 pm, the half-day trip can fit into most schedules. Bring the whole family on a fun-filled half-day Colorado River trip that runs about 7 river miles (11 km) with fantastic scenery and moderate rapids. Noon departures include a lunch by the riverside.

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.

To truly experience the legendary beauty of Arches National Park, you need to explore its isolated corners. On this adventurous 4WD tour from Moab, your expert guide will help you do just that as you navigate the backcountry to spots like the Tower Arch, as well as visit the famous red rocks at Marching Men and Eye of the Whale. Bonus: Your tour features a stop to see fossilized dinosaur tracks.

Explore the magnificent formations of Monument Valley with a local Navajo guide. You’ll travel by open-air vehicle through this iconic landscape along backcountry routes and restricted areas. The excursion covers sites such as the Mitten Buttes, John Ford's Point, Yeibichai, Three Sisters Spires and Elephant Butte. Opt for a tour to visit a traditional hogan and listen to a Navajo musical performance.

At Moab Canyon Tours, our mission is to share the passion we have for exploring the canyon country of southeastern Utah. Our team has spent countless years playing hard in the desert, seeking the next summit and descending into innumerable canyons. We are driven with a need to explore every corner of this incredible landscape. As a small company that offers exclusively private trips, we have the ability to fit any itinerary to your needs and a desire to step outside-the-box to see that your visit to Moab is an experience that you will never forget. Our half-day adventures are a great way to sample some of the most accessible and beautiful canyoneering Moab has to offer. Our experienced guides will contact you the day before your booking to arrange pick-up and discuss several options to tailor the experience to your group. These are the perfect choice for families and adventurers who are looking for a timely morning or afternoon out. No experience required

Explore the rugged backcountry of Utah’s Arches National Park on this half-day 4x4 tour from Moab. Travel in a sturdy Jeep Wrangler to reach remote sections of the park, where you can hike among towering sandstone spires and arches away from the crowds. Trek through the otherworldly terrain used as a filming location for hit Hollywood movies, and follow in the hoof prints of former explorers on an old cowboy trail.

Don't be fooled by cheaper options – they aren't comparable to this experience! There is no other tour that can compete with our Xtreme 3 hour 1/2 day tour. We cover the most trail and offer the wildest experience for our guests. Our tours come with the most experienced and friendly guides who put your safety as their priority. We offer the best quality roll cage, 5 point harnesses and bucket seats for optimal safety and comfort. This tour is proven to be an unforgettable experience and safe for all ages. Scenery is beautiful and ride is thrilling! This tour includes Slick Rock, Hells Gate, Mickeys Hot Tub, Car Wash Hot Tub, Escalator, Cowboy Hill, Really Steep Hill, and the Colorado River Overlook! These are named obstacles (difficult rated) parts of the trail that no other company in Moab will offer you - not even with a rental.

See the sites of Lower Monument Valley that even tour guides can’t get enough of on this 3-hour sunrise or sunset excursion. Guides custom create itineraries that feature their favorite points in the valley in addition to must-see formations, transporting you in an all-terrain vehicle to sites far off the beaten path.

Discover the rugged beauty and ancient legends of Canyonlands National Park on a 4WD tour from Moab. Go off-roading in a sturdy Jeep to reach the Island in the Sky district and other remote areas, where the Colorado River slices through steep ravines and ancient Pueblo rock art decorates the sandstone cliffs. Hold on tight as your driver and guide navigates the switchbacks of Shafer Trail, and fill your camera roll with amazing perspective shots of the red-rock canyons.

Adventure-loving travelers will enjoy the opportunity to hike, canyoneer, rappel, and travel in a UTV through some of the most amazing slot canyons in the East Zion area. Be immersed in the incredible landscapes of this national park while having fun and enjoying the views. Receive personalized guidance on a small-group tour with a maximum of ten participants.

See the best of Utah’s Bryce Canyon National Park on a small-group tour excursion. Set off for an adventure through the rugged landscapes and unique spires with a seasoned guide and an air-conditioned vehicle. Discover key sites in the park and learn about the wildlife, history, and geology of Bryce Canyon.

This is our most POPULAR tour. We are the 6th generation of (LOCAL) tour guides in Kanab. We have a love and passion for our area. We know all the secret places and hidden gems. This is a 3 hour tour, so you are not rushed, you will have lots of time to enjoy the canyon and if you have time left over we will show you other hidden gems in the area.

See Monument Valley at its most spectacular: as it is lit up by the setting sun. This tour is led by a Navajo guide and takes you into the backcountry, to places that are normally off limits to visitors. As well as seeing the sights, you'll dive into Indigenous culture with a Navajo rug weaving demonstration and performances.

Discover the natural wonders of Monument Valley on a tour led by a Navajo guide, who shows you the top sites such as Big Hogan and John Ford's Point as well as additional places not covered in shorter tours. As you travel 28 miles (45 km) through the tribal park, you'll learn a bit about Navajo culture and legends, see where movies have been filmed, and visit a traditional hogan (dwelling) to watch a rug-weaving demonstration.

The Fisher Towers section of the Colorado River is heavy on scenery, with some fun rapids (depending on the water level/time of year). This is an area where many motion pictures and commercials have been filmed over the years. John Wayne and John Ford filmed a lot of old westerns in this area. Most recently filmed in this area was The Lone Ranger with Johnny Depp & Armie Hammer (2013).

The only company that visits this area. 4-hours round-trip! Way beyond sightseeing, explorational and interactive; a true off-road Jeep tour experience! Stopping at the spots that interest you - drinking fresh rain water out of rock pools or taking a bite out of a prickly pear cactus. We love to chase lizards and enjoy the snakes from a distance. Reaching 5,300 ft. elevation, 30 miles of trail. Perfect mesh of history, geology, and pristine high desert. Seriously, views that rival the Grand Canyon; so quiet you can hear the wind glide off the Ravens wings! Tour offers peace, solitude and serenity. Honestly, our guides break the mold (knowledgeable on history, geology, how Native Americans lived thousands of years ago). Engineered to be the least dustiest Jeep tour providing 360 degree views. In this industry, you get what you pay for, quality costs money; we don’t apologize for the quality of our tours. 3-hours of fun in the dirt. NOTE: No off-road tour company is allowed within ZNP.

Learn about Navajo culture and see the natural wonders of Monument Valley on this tour of lower Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park. Visit a hogan, a traditional Navajo dwelling, to watch a demonstration, and hear stories from a guide about this region. Select a morning or afternoon departure time when booking.

Roar through Utah’s desert landscapes on an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) on this half-day adventure in Sand Hollow State Park near St. George, with instruction and equipment provided—you just show up and ride. Don the supplied helmet, drive your own ATV, and follow a guide through dunes, canyons, and up to 3,500 feet (1,066 meters) for panoramic lake-and-mountain views. The tour is suitable for all abilities, experienced or otherwise.

This stand up paddleboard tour in Moab lets you experience the beauty and serenity of the Colorado River without dealing with any of the rapids, making it a great choice for beginner paddle boarders or families with children ages 10 and up. Follow your guide down a calm 6-mile (9.6 kilometer) stretch of river that passes red sandstone cliffs and soft sandy beaches—going slow means you can take time to admire the views.

Discover one of Utah’s most spectacular state parks on this guided, 5-hour, mountain biking tour. Explore Dead Horse Point State Park, offering 5,362 acres of high desert at an altitude of 5,900 feet. This 10-mile adventure features a single track with rolling terrain and a dramatic overlook of the Colorado River and Canyonlands National Park. The tour is most suitable for those riders with some previous mountain biking experience, although this is not necessary. Use of a bicycle and helmet, plus park entrance fees and light refreshments and snacks are included.

Though many visitors enjoy views of Utah's red rock backcountry, to truly experience this unique landscape, outdoor enthusiasts need to get up-close, and off-road. On this private offroading tour with a guide leading the way, cruise two of Moab's most popular trails and learn about the geologically-distinct landscape. Since the tour is customized for you, choose a morning or afternoon departure—to catch the sunset—depending on your schedule.

This stand up paddleboard tour in Moab is a fun way to push your limits as you navigate white water along the Colorado River. Challenge yourself against four sets of waves and other surprising river features that keep you looking forward to whatever’s just around the river bend. Thanks to included instructions and river safety briefings—plus a 4-to-1 guest-to-guide ratio—your safety always comes first as you have fun on the water.

Enjoy the Zion National Park that travelers rarely see on this small-group off-road ATV adventure. You’ll visit the uncrowded eastern part of the park and will travel down back roads through private property and behind locked gates. After arriving at the incredible canyons you’ll put on your safety gear and get ready to rappel down cliff faces. Enjoy the views while having fun.