Category Canyoneering, Rappelling & Rock Climbing

Moab · CANYONEERING, RAPPELLING & ROCK CLIMBING

The 15 Best Canyoneering & Rock Climbing Trips in Moab

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Behind the big views, the rock splits into slots barely a shoulder wide. These are the best canyoneering and rock-climbing trips around Moab, from a first rappel into the Medieval Chamber to full days of downclimbing sculpted sandstone. Which need experience and which do not, what gear is provided, group sizes, and prices for each.

Moab Private Half-Day Canyoneering (4 Hours)

Moab Private Half-Day Canyoneering (4 Hours) - How the Half-Day Actually Plays Out: Pickup, Instruction, and Canyon Time

1.Moab Private Half-Day Canyoneering (4 Hours)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 443 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $199Our pick

Private half-day canyoneering in Moab with hotel pickup, all gear included, beginner instruction, and 4 rappels over 3–4 hours.

“We had great time with Gabe. Very experienced guide. Kids had fun. Will definitely recommend. Do it as early in the morning as possible.”

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Moab Rappeling Adventure: Medieval Chamber Slot Canyon

Moab Rappeling Adventure: Medieval Chamber Slot Canyon - The hike in over rock fins: your legs earn the first rappel

2.Moab Rappeling Adventure: Medieval Chamber Slot Canyon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 183 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $139Best value

Rappel into Medieval Chamber, free-hang 120 feet by Morning Glory Natural Bridge, then hike Grandstaff Canyon to the Colorado River.

“Great tour but be prepared. This tour is way more than repelling. The scenery was breathtaking! You hike a LOT to get to the two giant repels. If you are scared of heights and ledges like me, it will challenge you. Lots of boulders to navigate over, you cross 11 creeks and unfortunately I sacrificed my shoes to the river gods on this trip. My husband was able to avoid the water however he’s taller with a longer stride. Overall it was absolutely amazing and I would do it again, just bring shoes that you don’t mind getting wet and very sandy (fine red sand). Be sure to bring a…”

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Moab Canyoneering Experience

Moab Canyoneering Experience - Gear up: harness, helmet, rappelling gloves, and backup systems

3.Moab Canyoneering Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 146 reviews · from $170

Moab half-day canyoneering with two rappels into slot canyons, up-close Morning Glory Arch views, and full gear plus guided safety.

“An incredible experience! Adam and Emily were both professional, fun and all around superb guides! It was incredible to be so close to the magical morning glory arch and the hike was gorgeous! We went with our 11 year old son and he is completely hooked!”

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Moab Canyoneering Adventure

Moab Canyoneering Adventure - Half-Day vs Full-Day: Pick Your Energy, Not Just Your Schedule

4.Moab Canyoneering Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 139 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $250

Moab canyoneering with pro guides: half- or full-day rappels and technical skills near Robbers Roost, with gear, transport, and lunch.

“Wonderful, a must do, experience! We were family of 3 and first timers. Some of us with fear of heights. Mike, our guide, encouraged us to push our limits in the safest way possible. So much fun!”

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The Moab Rope Swing

The Moab Rope Swing - Meeting point on US-191: easy to find, better to arrive early

5.The Moab Rope Swing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 115 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $339

Feel the rush on Moab’s cliffside rope swing, with expert safety coaching, scenic rides, and optional drone video in about 4 hours.

“An incredible adventure in the most beautiful area of the world. Guides took us to the jump site on Side by Side ATV's. The scenery was astonishing. The jump was professional and extremely safe. 800 foot cliff on a 300 foot rope. The only way to fly. We will be back!”

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Goblin Valley State Park Canyoneering Adventure

Goblin Valley State Park Canyoneering Adventure - The Skills Lesson: How You Go From Camper to Canyoneer

6.Goblin Valley State Park Canyoneering Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 76 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $189

Guided canyoneering in Goblin Valley: practice rappelling, rappel into Goblin’s Lair, explore tunnels, then hike back with epic canyon views.

“This was an intense experience with hiking through the state park, rock climbing, and rappelling 100 feet down into the Goblin’s Lair, with an optional crawl through a tunnel to exit the chamber. Our guide Elsie and her assistant Amanda were very knowledgeable about the area and how to do everything we were doing safely. They provided all the equipment did a practice run with everyone on how to rappell, and encouraged us to take breaks and drink water after particularly strenuous portions of the day. It was hard but it was a lot of fun!”

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Private Half-Day Canyoneering Tour in Moab

Private Half-Day Canyoneering Tour in Moab - Meeting Desert Highlights and Getting Outfitted With Harness-Helmet-Gloves

7.Private Half-Day Canyoneering Tour in Moab

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 71 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $224

Private half-day Moab canyoneering with Desert Highlights: pro guide, rappels up to 90 ft, gear and transport, and jaw-dropping canyon action.

“This was an excellent adventure! Our guide, Jake was very accommodating. The Viator site failed to tell us we would be chest deep in water at times, so we failed to bring appropriate footwear for that. Jake immediately pivoted and brought us on a different adventure that was just amazing. Two great rappels, some small stream crossings that could be negotiated without getting shoes too wet, and a 4 mile hike. A great 5 hour adventure!”

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Full-Day Private Slot Canyoneering (From Moab)

Full-Day Private Slot Canyoneering (From Moab) - Private and customizable: how your guide tailors the canyon to your group

8.Full-Day Private Slot Canyoneering (From Moab)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews · 1 day (approx.) · from $399

Full-day private canyon eroding adventure from Moab with air-conditioned pickup, expert guidance, and all gear included.

“Absolutely unbelievable experience- James picked the perfect trip for us through the Blarney. As beginner canyonnioers he explained tips and tricks perfectly and was patient and kind the entire trip. Would do this again and again.”

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Moab: Morning or Afternoon Half-Day Rappelling Tour

Moab: Morning or Afternoon Half-Day Rappelling Tour - Slot-Canyon Hiking: Tight Footing, Small Waterfalls, Real Adventure

9.Morning or Afternoon Half-Day Rappelling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 39 reviews · 5 hours · from $163

Guided half-day canyoneering in Moab: 4x4 ride to Dad Gum Canyon, slot-canyon rappels, wet pools, and a 200-foot rappel.

“This was such a great activity love it 100% recommended, I will book this tour company again. Mike a grate guy knowledgeable in his craft 100% will do this again.”

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Rappelling and Stand Up Paddleboarding Combo

Rappelling and Stand Up Paddleboarding Combo - Start Time, Meeting Point, and How the Day Flows

10.Rappelling and Stand Up Paddleboarding Combo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 38 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $217

Moab 6-hour combo: rappel near Arches, then SUP on the Colorado River with lunch and gear included for $217.

“Fabulous knowledgable and friendly guide! Wonderful experience from start to finish. Challenging in the best way! Very thankful we booked this trip!”

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Private 5-7 Hour Canyoneering Day Tour in Moab

Private 5-7 Hour Canyoneering Day Tour in Moab - From Downclimbing Skills to Big Rappels: How the Day Usually Unfolds

11.Private 5-7 Hour Canyoneering Day Tour in Moab

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $269

Private Moab canyoneering with hotel pickup, all gear included, and expert instruction on downclimbing and big rappels. 5–7 hours.

“This! Was the greatest adventure in Moab! James was an incredible guide! If you are looking for something you and children will talk about for the next 25 yrs. Then go canyoneering here in Moab.”

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Moab Canyoneering and Packrafting Combo

Moab Canyoneering and Packrafting Combo - Hiking Across Ancient Sand Dunes to Your First Rappel

12.Moab Canyoneering and Packrafting Combo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · from $365

Two-rappel canyoneering plus a Colorado River packraft float in Moab, private guiding, gear included, flexible rapids or calm time.

“The canyoneering was quite an experience. Was nervous at first but now I’m dying to do it again! Kai was our guide. She was amazing!! Pack rafting was different. Not like kayaking. It was such a thrill! 😊”

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Private 3/4 Day Canyoneering Tour in Moab

Private 3/4 Day Canyoneering Tour in Moab - The Canyon Approach: Hike, Climb, Scramble to the Dune Country

13.Private 3/4 Day Canyoneering Tour in Moab

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 30 reviews · from $310

Private Moab canyoneering: Utah slot canyons, gear provided, and instruction for a safe 220-foot rappel. 6–8 hour adventure.

“You need to be in decent shape and not be afraid of heights. It was a spectacular tour and our guide Preston could not have been better. I have rappelled many times but the 220 foot descent still got my heart beating. You will never forget the outing.”

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Moab Half-Day Rock Climbing

Moab Half-Day Rock Climbing - Equipment Included: Why That’s More Valuable Than It Sounds

14.Moab Half-Day Rock Climbing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $200

Moab half-day rock climbing with a private guide from downtown. Get equipment, private transport, and coaching tailored to your level.

“This was such a great and challenging experience! Our guide was fantastic and very knowledgeable. The climbs were challenging but do-able. I would do this again in a heartbeat!”

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From Moab: Half-Day Canyoneering Adventure in Entrajo Canyon

From Moab: Half-Day Canyoneering Adventure in Entrajo Canyon - Your 5-hour flow: meet in Moab, hike the loop, then work the canyon down

15.From Moab: Half-Day Canyoneering Adventure in Entrajo Canyon

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 12 reviews · 5 hours · from $250

Private half-day canyoneering in Entrajo Canyon from Moab: 3-mile hike, 15- and 90-foot rappels, and wade/swim pools.

“our guide was awesome. she understood that it is a new situation for us and that we need some more minutes to relax. if i would have known earlier that it is so much fun to be in this canyon and that the landscape is wonderful, i wouldn't have been so nervous. thanks a lot kira, it was a very special day. it was awesome!”

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