Explore the backcountry of the Island in the Sky district of Canyonlands National Park in a 4x4 vehicle on this half-day tour from Moab. Enjoy the views from the river level all the way up to the top of the mesa, including the iconic Shafer Trail.

The Original experience

Highlights

• Discover the Island in the Sky district by 4x4 vehicle
• See native American rock art called petroglyphs
• Take photographs of the awe-inspiring red rocks and canyons.
• See the famous Gooseneck overlook of the Colorado River
• Learn about the geology, flora, fauna, and history of the area

Full description

Discover the Island in the Sky district of Canyonlands National Park on this exciting half-day tour by 4x4 vehicle. After pickup from your hotel in Moab, drive towards the national park, meandering alongside the river. Stop outside the park boundary to explore ancient Native American rock art that was carved into the cliffs by the Ancestral Puebloans.

 Continue to the jeep trail that leads up to the Island in the Sky district. Along the way, you'll stop at vistas such as Fossil Point and Musselman Arch. See the remarkable Gooseneck Overlook and travel along a section of the White Rim trail. Wind up the switchbacks of the famous Shafer Trail, and enjoy one last look out over the park before driving back to Moab.

Includes

• National park tour
• Transportation by 4x4 vehicle
• Water and lemonade
• Experienced guide
• Hotel pickup and drop-off in Moab

Not Included

• Canyonlands National Park Entrance Fees ($15 per person unless you have an Annual Parks Pass)
• Lunch
• Gratuities
• Car/booster seat (required for children 7 & under)

Important information

What to bring

• Comfortable shoes
• Sunglasses
• Sun hat
• Camera
• Reusable water bottle

Not allowed

• Sandals or flip flops
• Pets

Know before you go

• This experience requires a minimum number of 3 travelers.
• If the minimum number isn't met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or be given a full refund if the tour has to be cancelled
• There is also the option to pay for the 3rd fare in the event that your booked tour does not meet the minimum