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Moab's Best Adventures

Make the Most of Your Time in Moab, Utah

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It's Time to Reconnect & Recharge in Moab

Moab, Utah, is unlike any other place on earth. Feel like a kid again as you play in Moab's postcard-perfect desert adorned with giant sandstone formations, canyon mazes, and thousands of natural arches. Explore Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park, and endless backcountry wonders - all just minutes from Moab, Utah. Find great accommodations with dozens of hotels in Moab, vacation rentals, ranch resorts, campgrounds, and RV parks. Discover distinct shops and dining in Moab’s southwestern-style Main Street area. Every day brings new adventures and excitement as you experience Moab’s best river rafting trips, off-road hummer safaris, hiking in Arches National Park, guided tours, horseback riding, one-of-a-kind Moab mountain biking, and more!

You'll Never Forget This.

For over 60 years, as Western River Expeditions, we’ve been delivering extraordinary experiences and lifelong memories for families and adventurers of all ages. The Moab Adventure Center was created in 2003 to share even more of the wonders of Moab with you!

Making Magic Moab Moments Since 2003


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Effortless Planning

We’ll take care of all the details. You focus on the fun.

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Friendliest Guides

Our welcoming guides will make you feel like family.

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Peace of Mind

Decades of experience and fine-tuned safety protocols.

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Over 25 Adventures

Plan a quick getaway or a whole week of memories!

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Unmatched Quality

“Best of State” winner consecutively since 2004.

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Adventures for All Ages

Bring the whole family!

Real Adventures. Real Memories.

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"Most Awesome Family Vacation"

★★★★★


Horse riding, zip-lining, and a 4-day Cataract Canyon Expedition! Amazing guides! It was the most awesome family vacation for us ever!


Lee S - Google Review

"Couldn't Recommend More!"

★★★★★


Rafting was relaxing and adventurous. Hummer Safari was wild! Arches tour was educational. I simply couldn't recommend Moab Adventure Center more!


Erika D - TripAdvisor

"6 Days of the Best Adventures"

★★★★★


Moab is a MUST and the Moab Adventure Center team made it one of the best vacations we've ever had. Our 17-year-old son loved every minute.


Bridgette M - Google Review

"Unforgettable Adventure"

★★★★★


Our guide, Chad, was flipping amazing! He was full of fun facts about the rocks and plants, making the whole tour entertaining and informative!


Morgan K - Yelp Review

"Super Easy and Organized"

★★★★★


Everything was super easy and organized. I just had to show up, and everything else was handled.


Jeff L - TripAdvisor

"Perfect Outdoor Getaway"

★★★★★


It was one of the most fun days we’ve had as a family. Everyone was entertained from start to finish!


Rachel D - Google Review

"We Hit the Jackpot!"

★★★★★


Full-day rafting was incredible! Stunning views, fun rapids, amazing wildlife. Our guide's patience and leadership made the day over the top. We hit the jackpot!


Brad D - Yelp Review

"Most Awesome Family Vacation"

★★★★★


Horse riding, zip-lining, and a 4-day Cataract Canyon Expedition! Amazing guides! It was the most awesome family vacation for us ever!


Lee S - Google Review

"Couldn't Recommend More!"

★★★★★


Rafting was relaxing and adventurous. Hummer Safari was wild! Arches tour was educational. I simply couldn't recommend Moab Adventure Center more!


Erika D - TripAdvisor

Trusted Moab Guides That Feel Like Family

Our warm, hilarious, and deeply knowledgeable guides are the heart and soul of your experience, earning rave reviews for their infectious energy, attentive service, and uncanny ability to make every guest feel like a VIP.


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Moab Adventure Center:

The Perfect Location for All Your Adventures


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Planning the Ultimate Moab Adventure Couldn't Be Easier!

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ADVENTURE WITH CONFIDENCE

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Colorado River adventure for all ages: Stunning canyons, famous Castle Valley, easygoing rapids, delicious riverside BBQ, and stories you’ll tell long after you dry off.

  • Duration: ~7 hours
  • Departures: 9:00 am Mon-Sat
  • Season: Mar – Oct

Colorado River adventure for all ages: Stunning canyons, famous Castle Valley, easygoing rapids, delicious riverside BBQ, and stories you’ll tell long after you dry off.

  • Duration: ~7 hours
  • Departures: 9:00 am Mon-Sat
  • Season: Mar – Oct

Most Popular Day Tours in Moab, Utah

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Colorado River adventure for all ages: Stunning canyons, famous Castle Valley, easygoing rapids, delicious riverside BBQ, and stories you’ll tell long after you dry off.

  • Duration: ~7 hours
  • Departures: 9:00 am Mon-Sat
  • Season: Mar – Oct
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VIP access to Arches National Park: Expert guides, iconic sights, & mantle-worthy family photos without the hassle of parking or missing key sights.

  • Duration: ~4 hrs
  • Departures: Morning
  • Season: Year Round
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The West’s best short whitewater trip: Conquer Class III–IV rapids and experience Moab’s most legendary one-day rafting adventure.

  • Duration: ~10 hrs
  • Departures: 7:30 AM
  • Season: May - Sept
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The perfect desert ride for beginners: Ride easy dirt trails with sweeping views of red rock country and glimpses of Arches on the horizon.

  • Duration: ~4.5 hrs
  • Departures: Varies
  • Season: Mar - Nov
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Witness Arches at its most magical: Golden hour light, fewer crowds, and fascinating stories shared by guides who bring the landscape to life.

  • Duration: ~4 hrs
  • Departures: Evening
  • Season: Year Round
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Gravity-defying fun on Moab’s slickrock: Heart-pounding climbs and nonstop views in just two hours on the legendary Hell's Revenge Trail.

  • Duration: ~2 hrs
  • Departures: AM & PM
  • Season: Feb – Nov
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Moab’s wildest sunset: Steep climbs, unreal views, and golden-hour thrills on our most popular off-road adventure at the perfect time of day.

  • Duration: ~3 hours
  • Departures: Evening
  • Season: Feb – Nov
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Fly through the fins above Moab: Six thrilling ziplines, a 100-foot suspension bridge, and sweeping canyon views after a 4x4 climb to the top.

  • Duration: ~2.5 hrs
  • Departures: AM & PM
  • Season: Mar - Nov
An aerial view of a desert landscape with a river running through it.

See it all from the sky on a scenic flight. Epic aerial views of Arches, Canyonlands, and Moab’s wildest landscapes in just 80 unforgettable minutes.

  • Duration: ~80 minutes
  • Departures: 9:00 am Daily
  • Season: Year Round
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Soar over the sandstone valleys and spires of Moab from the unforgettable perspective and ride of a hot air balloon.

  • Duration: ~3.5 hrs (flight time ~1 hr)
  • Departures: Sunrise
  • Season: March - October
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Unwind on the Colorado at sunset: Towering canyon walls, glowing reflections & desert serenity together with a delicious dutch-oven dinner.

  • Duration: ~2.5 hours
  • Departures: Evening
  • Season: May - July
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Moab’s most epic descent: Rappel hidden cliffs, hike surreal canyons, and exit beneath a massive natural bridge you’ll never forget.

  • Duration: ~5 hours
  • Departures: AM & PM
  • Season: Mar – Nov
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Top Overnight Trips & Moab Vacation Packages

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An epic, fast-paced, 2-day journey through Canyonlands National Park with roaring rapids, deep wilderness & star-filled nights on the Colorado River.

  • Duration: 2 Days
  • Departures: M, W, F
  • Season: May - Jul
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Journey 100 miles through remote red rock canyons with roaring whitewater & star-filled nights on this all-inclusive expedition from Moab to Lake Powell.

  • Duration: 4 Days
  • Departures: Tue-Fri
  • Season: May - Sep
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Experience Moab’s best with one epic family-friendly package: two nights in town, a Hummer Safari, Arches National Park tour, plus two days of rafting and a night of riverside camping under the stars.

  • Duration: 4 Days, 3 Nights
  • Departures: Weekly
  • Season: May-Sept

Unplug and reconnect with five days of rafting, canyon hikes, starry nights & sandy beaches in one of America’s most peaceful wilderness adventures.

  • Duration: 5 Days
  • Departures: Vary
  • Season: Jun -Aug

4 Day, 3 Night Southwest Sampler Getaway

Combine the Top Adventures + Lodging

Forget the planning and logistics. This trip combines the best of Moab with 2 nights at the Marriott, a spectacular tour of Arches National Park, a thrilling off-road adventure, and an exclusive overnight rafting trip on the Colorado River complete with a private riverside BBQ. You don’t have to lift a finger except to click “Book Now.”

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