Spend a private 5–7 hour day rappelling, downclimbing and navigating narrow sandstone slots outside Moab. Guides supply gear and instruction for longer, less-frequented canyons—ideal for those seeking more technical lines than a typical half-day trip.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
You step off the van onto warm slickrock, the air dry and sharp with desert sun, while a guide checks harnesses and speaks in low, exacting tones about anchors and angles.
Difficulty
challenging
Duration
5–7 hours
Fitness Level
You should have a moderate to high level of fitness—able to scramble, downclimb, and carry a daypack over uneven terrain for several hours.
Wildlife
History
The canyons and sandstone around Moab sit on the Colorado Plateau where Indigenous people, including Ute and Paiute groups, traveled and lived; petroglyphs and historic routes appear nearby in the region.
Conservation
This landscape is fragile—stick to durable surfaces, avoid trampling cryptobiotic soil, pack out all trash, and follow guides’ instructions to minimize impact.
Reserve your spot on the Private 5-7 Hour Canyoneering Day Tour in Moab today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring at least 2 liters of water
Desert canyons are exposed and hot; bring a hydration pack and plan to drink steadily even if you feel fine.
Wear sticky-soled approach shoes
Slickrock and sandstone ledges demand good traction—approach shoes or light mountaineering shoes work best.
Know your weight and height
Guides configure harnesses and rappel systems to weight and body size; accurate info speeds pick-up and safety checks.
Start early in summer
Temperatures climb quickly; morning starts reduce heat stress and improve conditions for long rappels.
Approach shoes with sticky rubber
Provide traction on slickrock and better control on friction climbs and ledges.
Hydration pack (2–3L)
Keeps water available for long exposed stretches in high temperatures.
summer
Light canyoneering gloves
Protect hands during rappels and rope work while maintaining dexterity.
Sun protection (hat + SPF 30+)
Sun is intense on exposed sandstone; a brimmed hat and sunscreen reduce heat stress and sunburn.
summer