Moab Combo: Colorado River Rafting and Canyonlands 4X4 Tour

321 N Main St, Moab, UT 84532, USA

Duration

8 hours (approx.)

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

9 people

Languages

English

Overview

This outdoor adventure combo from Moab takes you off-roading through Canyonlands National Park, followed by a guided rafting trip on the Colorado River. Your guide introduces you to the scenic natural wonders of Canyonlands' Island in the Sky by 4-wheel drive (4WD), including sections of the Shafer Trail and White Rim Road. Enjoy a buffet lunch before an afternoon rafting the white-water rapids of the mighty river. Admire deep canyons, ancient rock art, fossils and natural stone arches on this day trip, great for all ages.

Go off-roading on the White Rim Road and Shafer Trail
Explore the scenic mesa of the Island in the Sky district
Soak up the river scenery in the Fisher Towers area
Includes transportation by 4WD, whitewater rafting, river gear and a buffet lunch by the riverside
NAVTEC Expeditions is an authorized concessionaire of Canyonlands and Arches National Park

What To Expect

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White Rim Road 4WD Tour (4 hours)Make your own way to central Moab to meet your guide then hop into a comfortable 4WD vehicle for an exhilarating morning drive through the Island in the Sky district of Canyonlands National Park.

• Admission Ticket Free

Your guide expertly steers the 4WD over rugged terrain and hair-raising switchbacks to reach the White Rim Road, a 100-mile (160-km) loop located about 1,000 feet (300 meters) above the Colorado and Green Rivers and 1,000 feet below the mesa. Travel a portion of the White Rim Road and take in stunning views of Fossil Point and the scenic landscape, then connect to the Shafer Trail, which runs from the Colorado River all the way to the top of the mesa. Stop along the route to see rock art made by ancient Pueblo civilizations thousands of years ago.

• Admission Ticket Free

Westwater Canyon is one of the best spots for experiencing white-water rapids near Moab.

• Admission Ticket Free

Fisher Towers White-Water Rafting (4 hours)After you refuel with a riverside buffet lunch, switch from 4WD to white-water rafts to experience the majestic Colorado River up close. Before hitting the water, review river safety guidelines and get outfitted with a lifejacket and other river gear. Then step into a raft with an experienced river guide who steers your raft downriver.

• Admission Ticket Free

Enjoy the Rock Art Sites of Moab where travelers access to ancient drawings scattered along paths even a novice can navigate.

• Admission Ticket Included

Throughout your full-day tour, your guides share the human and natural history of Canyonlands National Park and the Colorado River corridor. After a fantastic day of off-roading and rafting, you are returned to Moab where your tour ends.

• Admission Ticket Included

Highlights

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
All passenger weights MUST be advised at time of booking; minimum weight requirement is 50 lbs (23 kg)
Inflatable kayaks are available upon request at no charge, please provide the request in the special requirements field at the time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Please note, prior to departure, all travelers will be required to sign a liability release
It is recommended to bring: Sturdy footwear, quick dry clothing, spring or fall rain suit, swimsuit or fast drying shorts, sun screen, lip balm, hat and a camera (preferably waterproof)
NAVTEC Expeditions is an authorized concessionaire of Canyonlands and Arches National Park
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
The Morning (8am-12pm): 4x4 portion of tour to Canyonlands / The Afternoon (12-4pm): River portion of tour
It is idea to wear the same attire for both tours on your trip
This trip 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 issued a full refund (Another option is to pay for the 3rd fare)
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

Included/Excluded

Professional guide
Lunch (buffet style) at the river
Ice Water for re-fills (please bring a water bottle with you!)
All required rafting equipment
Coast Guard approved life jackets, river dry bag for your belongings if need be
Inflatable Kayak - single or double (upon prior request)
Paddle Boat (available depending on availability/requesting prior to trip)

Soft drinks (you are welcome to bring your own)
Gratuity to Guide :)
Park entrance fees ($15/person unless you have an Annual National Parks Pass)

Durations

8 hours (approx.)

Tour's Location

321 N Main St, Moab, UT 84532, USA

from 265 $