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Join Wild Expeditions for a private 8-hour journey through Bears Ears National Monument’s hidden canyon gems. Discover ancient sites and rugged beauty on this customizable hiking tour.
Join Wild Expeditions for a private 8-hour journey through Bears Ears National Monument’s hidden canyon gems. Discover ancient sites and rugged beauty on this customizable hiking tour.
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Operated by Wild Expeditions · Bluff, Utah
Experience the wild beauty of Bears Ears National Monument with Wild Expeditions' Full Day Private Bears Ears Tours. This 8-hour guided hike offers a unique and personalized adventure through some of the region’s most remote and breathtaking canyons near Bluff, Utah. With expert guides leading the way, you’ll explore iconic sites like Citadel and Moon House, where ancient cliff dwellings remain a mysterious testament to the area's rich history. The private nature of the tour allows you to customize the pace and focus, whether that’s photography, geology, or cultural history, ensuring a deeply immersive experience. As you navigate rugged terrain, enjoy carefully selected snacks and a packed lunch set against stunning natural backdrops, enhancing the feeling of solitude and connection with the wilderness. This is the perfect trip for adventurers seeking both physical challenge and a window into one of the southwest’s most striking landscapes.
challenging.
8 hours.
Suitable for physically fit individuals with good endurance due to long distance and rugged terrain.
Yes, a delicious packed lunch and snacks are included and enjoyed during the hike.
While beginners can join, participants should be comfortable with moderate to difficult hikes and rugged terrain.
Tours are customized for your group size, typically accommodating up to 6 guests.
Bring water, sun protection, appropriate footwear, and layered clothing. Wild Expeditions provides snacks and lunch.
Absolutely! Your guide will tailor the route and stops to your interests within Bears Ears.
This tour is best for teens and adults with good physical fitness due to the challenging terrain and duration.
Bears Ears holds significant archaeological sites with ancient dwellings and rock art dating back over a thousand years, highlighting the ancestral Puebloan culture.
Efforts focus on protecting the fragile desert ecosystem and cultural artifacts while promoting responsible, low-impact tourism within Bears Ears.
Wild Expeditions is an adventure outfitter based in Bluff, Utah, offering guided trips across the San Juan River, Bears Ears National Monument, and surrounding canyon country. The company provides half-day and multiday experiences including stand-up paddleboard and kayak expeditions on the San Juan River, private Bears Ears hiking tours with 4x4 transport, Valley of the Gods sunset drives, and UTV excursions to River House Ruin. Additional offerings include canyoneering in Fry Canyon, an introductory Bears Ears tour, a 3-day trail running retreat, vehicle shuttles between Mexican Hat and Clay Hills, and a four-day river journey from Sand Island to Mexican Hat led by PhD historian Andrew Gulliford. Many trips combine paddling, short hikes, archaeological site visits, and scenic 4x4 or Hummer rides to remote cliff dwellings and rock art. Trips list professional guidance, provided gear, and tailored itineraries for private tours; multiday journeys include backcountry-style meals and historic interpretation. Wild Expeditions operates from Bluff, Utah, with access to the San Juan River corridor, Comb Ridge, Cedar Mesa, Fry Canyon, and Valley of the Gods. The operation emphasizes access to sites not reachable by standard vehicles, including UTV routes and Moki Dugway drives. Visitors can choose single-day options such as half-day SUP and kayak floats or more immersive options like the Sand Island to Mexican Hat river expedition. Trip durations range from 3-hour excursions to multi-day river journeys, with private itineraries and shuttle logistics available directly.
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