Canyonlands National Park: White Rim Backcountry Tour
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Is Canyonlands National Park: White Rim Backcountry Tour worth booking?
Canyonlands National Park: White Rim Backcountry Tour is a 9-hour experience in Moab, United States, from $360 per person. It scores 78 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 217 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 78 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (217)
- Duration
- 9 hours
- From
- $360 per person
Go deep into Canyonlands National Park on a full-day tour by 4-wheel drive (4WD) that travels the famous White Rim Road. Experience the landscape up close on short optional hikes that lead to hidden passages, secret cany
What you get
About this experience
Go deep into Canyonlands National Park on a full-day tour by 4-wheel drive (4WD) that travels the famous White Rim Road. Experience the landscape up close on short optional hikes that lead to hidden passages, secret canyons and caves. Your route includes Island in the Sky, Gooseneck overlook, Musselman Arch, Lathrop Canyon and the Shafer Trail leading to the Colorado River. With an expert guide to show you the treasures of the White Rim Road, experience an unforgettable day in the Canyonlands.
What's included
Included
- Ice Water (please bring a personal water bottle)
- Professional guide
- Buffet Style Lunch
- Transport by 4x4 vehicle
Not included
- Gratuities
- Signature on required "Acknowledgment of Risk" form
- Car/booster seat (required for children 7 & under)
- Admission fees
What you'll see and do
Utah Scenic Byway 279 Rock Art Sites
Short stop to discuss the petroglyph panel and ancient cultures of the Moab and Canyonlands area
10 minutes here
Potash Road
Brief stop to view a petroglyph panel, then off road to pass the Potash Salt Ponds
20 minutes here
Dead Horse Point State Park
The 4 wheel drive road we travel is below Dead Horse Point State Park. You'll see it from an angle that most visitors do not.
Pass by without stopping
Canyonlands National Park
This is a backcountry tour of Island in the Sky. We travel by 4-wheel drive vehicle.
240 minutes here
Lathrop Canyon
Follow the canyon down from the White Rim to the Colorado River
60 minutes here · Admission included
White Rim Road
This rugged portion of the 25-mile (40-km) White Rim Road loop offers incredible views around every bend. Explore more of this amazing landscape on several short optional hikes just beneath the White Rim Sandstone level. Follow your guide on moderately challenging hikes to caves, caverns and breathtaking viewpoints over the mighty Colorado River. Or simply relax near the vehicle and soak up the views at Gooseneck Overlook, Lathrop Canyon, Musselman Arch
120 minutes here · Admission included
Shafer Trail Viewpoint
Perhaps the most exciting part of the day is the return from the White Rim road up the switchbacks of the Shafer Trail! We stop at the viewpoint to look down into the canyons and and incredible places we visited throughout the day.
10 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Moab
You can meet us at our office 15 minutes prior to departure at 321 N. Main St. in Moab. We have parking for your convenience and there is also free curbside parking all around if our lot is full. Please contact Navtec directly for pick-up. There is a $10 fee per group.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
You can meet us at our office 15 minutes prior to departure at 321 N. Main St. in Moab. We have parking for your convenience and there is also free curbside parking all around if our lot is full. Please contact Navtec directly for pick-up. There is a $10 fee per group.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- NAVTEC Expeditions
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Things to Bring: reusable bottle (your guide will have lots of extra water available), sun protection/camera/suitable attire and footwear for the weather if need be
- NAVTEC Expeditions is an authorized concessionaire of Canyonlands and Arches National Park
- If you have an Annual National Parks Pass, please bring this for your park entrance fee, otherwise you will need to purchase a day pass for each park individually for $15
- 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)
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 217 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
10 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
8 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
6 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Photo opportunities
5 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
217 verified traveler reviews for Canyonlands National Park: White Rim Backcountry Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
White Rim full day tour
Our driver/guide was Andrew. He was a very knowledgeable and capable driver and kept us all safe. Andrew was totally committed to making our trip the best he could make it. We had so much fun. Lunch was provided and was so good! I totally recommend Andrew if you want a great experience.
Response from the operator: Hi there, We really appreciate you taking the time to write us this thoughtful five star review. We are so glad that you had an awesome time out in Canyonlands with Andrew. What a special experience is it to be able to get out for a full day White Rim tour and see the lesser seen spots of Canyonlands. Let us know if you are ever in the area and want to go on another adventure with us. Best, Sierra
via Tripadvisor
Simply Amazing
I have to say…. this was one of the most amazing tours that I have ever went on. This tour has the tour at the Grand Canyon put to shame…. The Grade Canyon tour was great but Zeth our guide was very knowledgeable and went the extra mile to take care of all 4 of us on the tour. I was told by friends to go in this tour. The views and surroundings are incredible.
Response from the operator: Hi there, Wow, it makes us so happy to read reviews like this. We sincerely thank you for taking the time to write this. Seth is fantastic, and we will be sure to share this review with him. Best, Sierra
via Tripadvisor
Awesome day on the White Rim Trail
My husband and I just returned from our full-day Canyonlands White Rim tour with guide Adam. The day went by so quickly, with frequent stops for spectacular views or points of interest. We even saw a herd of nine bighorn sheep! Adam provided us with a very nice picnic lunch (wraps, fresh fruit, an assortment of chips/snacks, and dessert) near the bank of the Colorado River. There were a couple of easy, short, optional hikes that were quite fun, and we had frequent bathroom stops (pit toilets) as needed at various camping sites. Near the end of the day, we ascended the Shaffer Trail, which was incredible, but I wouldn’t want to be in a car on that road with someone who didn’t know what they were doing! Adam made us feel perfectly safe, and he was extremely personable and knowledgeable, entertaining us with stories and jokes throughout the day. We came away with a much better appreciation of the park—it’s SO much more interesting when you get down in there!!
via Tripadvisor
Riding the road with Greg
So much fun without the stress of driving rugged roads is a rental car! Greg, our guide, showed us Canyonlands in an informative way
Response from the operator: Thank you for the review! We’re so glad Greg made your Canyonlands adventure both fun and stress-free—it’s always better to relax and enjoy the ride without worrying about rugged roads. Great to hear you found the tour informative and enjoyable!
via Tripadvisor
Spectacular Trip
Our guide Cody was amazing! He was so knowledgeable about the tour and gave us so much information about the canyon! We had a great lunch and the views were spectacular! He helped me with my fear of going up Shafer Road!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 76
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 78
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Canyonlands National Park: White Rim Backcountry Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Moab.
How much does Canyonlands National Park: White Rim Backcountry Tour cost?
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Prices start at $360 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Moab usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Canyonlands National Park: White Rim Backcountry Tour take?
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Plan for about 9 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Moab is not rushed.
Is Canyonlands National Park: White Rim Backcountry Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 78 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 217 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Moab, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Canyonlands National Park: White Rim Backcountry Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Canyonlands National Park: White Rim Backcountry Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 9-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Canyonlands National Park: White Rim Backcountry Tour?
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Around 76 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Moab can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Moab and add a light layer if any part of the 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Canyonlands National Park: White Rim Backcountry Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Moab within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Moab?
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Moab is the gateway to Arches and Canyonlands: sunrise arch tours, 4x4 runs on Hell's Revenge, Colorado River rafting, canyoneering and dark-sky stargazing. Park entry timing systems change often, so we weight tours that handle reservations for you. On Outty we rank every Moab experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include HIGHLY RATED U-DRIVE Moab Hell’s Revenge UTV Off-Road Adventure, BEST! Hell's Revenge U-Drive 4X4 Tour in Moab +Dinosaur Tracks!, 5-STAR Moab Hell's Revenge UTV U-DRIVE TOUR + DINO TRACKS. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Moab?
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April to May and September to October, avoiding peak summer heat. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Moab?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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