Combine technical rappels through secluded sandstone slots with an afternoon packraft on the Colorado River. This guided full-day tour covers rope skills, river safety, and local geology while showing parts of Moab few visitors see.
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The canyon walls close in like pages of an old book as you step off the slick sandstone and lower into a narrow slot; the desert wind pushes a fine spray of sand across your face while the Colorado River, hours away, continues to call from below. This full-day combo stitches technical canyoneering and a packraft float into one continuous Moab experience — rappels and tight squeezes in the morning, a riverside lunch, then inflatable boats on water that alternately dares you with riffles and soothes you with glassy pools.
Difficulty
challenging
Duration
6–8 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness: able to hike uneven terrain, manage short steep sections, and follow rope-work instructions; not ultrafit but comfortable on sustained activity.
Wildlife
History
Moab’s canyons record both deep geological time in layered sandstones and human history from Indigenous use to 20th-century river-running and resource roads.
Conservation
Practice leave-no-trace; guides minimize rope anchor impact and choose river put-ins that avoid sensitive riparian vegetation. Water flows and seasonal access dictate when specific routes are appropriate.
Reserve your spot on the Moab Canyoneering and Packrafting Combo today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Hydrate early and often
Start with 1–2 liters and refill; desert heat plus physical effort and sun will dehydrate you quickly.
Wear grippy, closed-toe shoes
Trail approaches and slickrock rappels demand shoes with sticky rubber and good ankle support.
Sun and wind protection
Broad-brim hat, sunscreen, and a windbreaker protect against intense sun and sudden gusts on the river.
Pack a small dry bag
Keep electronics and snacks in a sealable dry bag during the raft section to avoid water damage.
Sturdy closed-toe approach shoes
Provides traction for slickrock, anchors, and river put-ins.
Lightweight layers and quick-dry clothing
Desert mornings are cool; you’ll want layers that dry quickly after river spray.
Sun hat and SPF sunscreen
Protects against intense UV on exposed canyon rims and the river.
summer
Small waterproof/dry bag
Keeps electronics and snacks dry during the packraft portion.