Canyonlands National Park Backcountry Adventure
Overview
Discover the wild beauty of Canyonlands National Park on this half-day 4x4 adventure through the Island in the Sky district. Travel deep into the park aboard a custom 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser as your expert local guide navigates steep switchbacks sandstone ledges, and sections of the legendary White Rim Road.
Along the way, learn about the geology, ecology, and ancient cultures that shaped this rugged landscape, including remnants of Ancestral Puebloan history. With fewer crowds, incredible scenery, and access to remote terrain most visitors never experience, this tour offers an unforgettable introduction to the raw beauty and adventure of Canyonlands.
This tour is ideal for travelers who want to experience the rugged beauty of Canyonlands beyond the paved viewpoints—without committing to a full-day adventure. It’s perfect for photographers, families, first-time visitors to Moab, and anyone looking for a comfortable but adventurous introduction to the backcountry.
What's Included
- Pick-up from your hotel or campground, if needed
- National Park Tour by Four Wheel Drive Vehicle
- Ice Water
- Professional guide
- Soft drinks + food
- National Park Entrance Fees ($15/person unless you have a parks pass)
- Car/booster seat (required for children 7 & under)
- Gratuity for Guide :)
Meeting Location
321 North Main Street
Moab, UT 84532, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Potash Road
15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Utah Scenic Byway 279 Rock Art Sites
15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Island in the Sky
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Musselman Arch
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Shafer Trail (pass by)
Canyonlands National Park (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Things to bring: camera, water bottle (lots of extra water provided on your tour for refills) and sun protection
- NAVTEC Expeditions is an authorized concessionaire of Canyonlands and Arches National Park
- Every 4x4 tour 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 a full refund. (Another option is to pay for the 3rd fare)
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Canyonlands National Park Backcountry Adventure?
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Activity code: C-6896MOABCPARK
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- 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.
- Pick-up from your hotel or campground, if needed.
- National Park Tour by Four Wheel Drive Vehicle.
- Ice Water.
- Professional guide.
- Soft drinks + food.
- National Park Entrance Fees ($15/person unless you have a parks pass).
- Car/booster seat (required for children 7 & under).
- Gratuity for Guide :).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 5. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Canyonlands National Park Backcountry Adventure is as follows:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Canyonlands National Park Backcountry Adventure will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Pick-up from your hotel or campground, if needed
- National Park Tour by Four Wheel Drive Vehicle
- Ice Water
- Professional guide
- Soft drinks + food
- National Park Entrance Fees ($15/person unless you have a parks pass)
- Car/booster seat (required for children 7 & under)
- Gratuity for Guide :)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Things to bring: camera, water bottle (lots of extra water provided on your tour for refills) and sun protection
- NAVTEC Expeditions is an authorized concessionaire of Canyonlands and Arches National Park
- Every 4x4 tour 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 a full refund. (Another option is to pay for the 3rd fare)
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
