Arches National Park
Backcountry 4x4
Half Day Tour
Private Tours starting at $550
Group Tours starting at $180
price does not include taxes and fees or park entry
Folks visiting the parks on their own typically only see what is along side the pavement road - this tour will venture into the 4x4 backcountry for an exquisite and unique National Park experience.
If you’re looking to get the most out of your National Park experience in Moab, our Arches half day backcountry 4x4 Tour is just what you're looking for. You’ll discover hidden gems, hear surprising stories and leave feeling like you missed nothing.
This tour explores both the backcountry of Arches National Park as well as the pavement sections in approximately 4 hours. You will ride along in one of our 4x4 backcountry vehicles with heat and a/c for optimal comfort during all seasons.
Throughout this half day experience you will learn all about the parks, history, and geology of the Moab area. Your guide will point out Arch formations, and other towering landscapes along the way. Since our tours are private we can stop for photos at any point.
Sights on this tour may include but are not limited to Marching Men, Tower Arch and Eye of the Whale Arch (backcountry), Three Gossips, Balanced Rock, Skyline Arch, Stunning Overlooks and viewpoints.
This tour will include both pavement sections and 4x4 road sections that are not paved.
This Backcountry Half Day tour DOES NOT include Delicate Arch.
If you are interested in hiking to Delicate Arch while on your tour, Click Here.
Water and snacks are always included for your tour.
If you have a National Park Pass, or plan on visiting more than one National Park on your vacation - we recommend that you purchase an annual pass. The link is provided below.
Entry costs $30 per vehicle. This is not included in your tour package. You can opt in to purchase your entry during the booking process. You can waive the fee as well if you already have a pass.
Please make sure you bring your pass along on the tour.
You DO NOT need a timed entry ticket into the park if you reserve this tour.
GROUP TOURS - 4 seats must be reserved in order to run the trip. We will do our best to pair groups together to meet this minimum. If the trip doesn't meet this criteria, we will contact you about other options available.
Pets are NOT permitted inside the National Parks. We may be able to accommodate you and offer pet-sitting during the duration of your tour. Please inquire within if this is something you may need.
Our Vehicles: Our vehicles are enclosed vehicles Toyota Sequoias. If you are reserving a vehicle for
1-6 passengers you will be riding in a Sequoia. Please note that the back 2 seats should be used for children or small adults only. The Sequoias seat up to 7 passengers and have a back row and middle row that seats 3 guests (bench).
If you have specific vehicle requests or questions, please call us. You can view the seating arrangements below for your reservations group size. Click on "Vehicle Seating".
PAYMENT DISCLOSURE - CANCELLATIONS
All trips should be reserved the day before the trip or earlier if possible. A $50 non refundable deposit will be charged to your card at time of reservation for any over-the-phone reservations. Deposits made online will include an online booking fee and is not refundable. No-show guests and cancellations within 48 hours of scheduled trip departure are subject to forfeit full fare. If any trip is cancelled due to weather, mechanical failure, or insufficient reservations, a full refund will be provided.