---
title: Colorado River Rafting & Canyonlands 4x4 Tour
slug: colorado-river-rafting-and-canyonlands-4x4-tour-from-moab
type: attraction
sub_type: excursions
source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/colorado-river-rafting-and-canyonlands-4x4-tour-from-moab
city: Moab
state: UT
country: US
address: 321 N Main Street
geo:
  lat: 38.57809
  lng: -109.55118
duration: up to 9 hrs
cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience.
extracted_at: 2026-06-16T17:30:13.116Z
price_from:
  amount: 260
  currency: USD
  unit: per_adult
availability: InStock
rating:
  value: 4.5
  count: 4322
  scale: 5
ticket_options:
  - group: Other Options
    options:
      - name: Canyonlands 4X4 & Rafting
        price: 260
        regular_price: 275
        savings: 15
        ticket_types:
          - name: Adult (17+ yrs)
            min_age: 17
          - name: "Youth: 50lbs and up (5-16 yrs)"
            min_age: 5
            max_age: 16
---
## Overview

Experience Utah’s wilderness with a full-day combo tour from Moab featuring off-roading 4x4 trails in Canyonlands' Island in the Sky and white water rafting on the Colorado River's Fisher Towers section. This adventure includes a buffet-style lunch, all necessary equipment, and a professional guide.

## What's Included

- Off-roading 4x4 tour in Canyonlands' Island in the Sky trails  
- Whitewater rafting trip on the Colorado River's Fisher Towers section  
- Buffet-style riverside lunch  
- All rafting and river gear  
- Professional guide  

## What's Not Included

- Park entrance fees ($15/person unless you have an annual Parks Pass)  
- Extra $100 National Park fee for non-U.S. residents aged 16+ unless possessing a Non-Resident Annual Pass  

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## Ticket Options

- **Canyonlands 4X4 & Rafting** — $260.00 (regularly $275.00, save $15.00)
  Experience the ultimate adventure with an Island in the Sky 4WD tour and a rafting trip through Professor Valley. Includes lunch, licensed guide service, and hotel pick-up if needed. Excludes park entrance fees and gratuities.
  - Adult (17+ yrs)
  - Youth: 50lbs and up (5-16 yrs)

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## Good to Know

* Tour duration is approximately 9 hours.  
* Please be at the meeting location 15 minutes prior to your tour time, or request pick-up from your Moab motel or campground if needed.  
* Bring a refillable water bottle, swimsuit or fast-drying shorts, sunscreen, sunglasses with a securing strap, a hat, and sturdy footwear (no flip flops).  
* A rainsuit and base layers (long johns, sweater, fleece or wool) are recommended for Spring and Fall trips.  
* Non-U.S. residents (16+) pay an extra $100 National Park fee unless they have a Non-Resident Annual Pass.  

## FAQs

### What should I wear and bring for the tour?

You should wear comfortable clothes that can get wet, such as a swimsuit, shorts, T-shirt and sandals. You should also bring sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, a water bottle and a change of clothes. You can bring your own soft drinks if you like.

### How difficult is the rafting part of the tour?

The rafting part of the tour is rated as Class II-III, which means moderate rapids with some waves and splashes. The guides will provide safety instructions and help you navigate the river. You can also choose to paddle an inflatable kayak if you want more challenge.

### What kind of 4WD vehicle will we use for the off-road driving?

You will use a custom-built 4WD vehicle that can handle the rugged terrain of Canyonlands. The vehicle has comfortable seats, air-conditioning, seat belts and large windows for optimal views.

### How many people can join the tour?

The tour can accommodate up to 12 people per group.

### What is included in the buffet lunch?

The buffet lunch includes a variety of sandwiches, salads, fruits, cookies and drinks.

### What kind of raft will I be using?

You will be using either a paddle raft or an inflatable kayak, depending on your preference and availability. Both are fun and easy to maneuver, and you can choose to paddle solo or with a partner.

### Is admission to the Grand Canyon National Park included?

No. Park fees are not included and cost $15 unless you have an Annual Pass. Non-U.S. residents aged 16 and older must pay an extra $100 non-resident National Park admission fee in addition to the regular entrance fee unless they have a Non-Resident Annual Pass.