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Experience the natural wonders of Utah firsthand with a 4-hour canyoneering adventure in Goblin Valley State Park. After a basic skills session it’s time to enter the ‘Chamber of the Basilisk.’  Rappel down a narrow fissure on a technical route that rewards with stunning underground views. This trip begins and ends at Goblin Valley State Park at 18630 Goblin, Valley Road, in Green River, Utah. For more information or to book this activity, click here.

In fact, the beauty of this massive chamber is often compared to that of a gothic church. Spend ample time climbing and wandering within the canyon for even more magical angles, then begin your journey back out into Utah’s vast open space. This trip lasts about 4 hours and costs $179.00.

• Canyoneering adventure in Goblin Valley State Park
• Learn the basics of canyoneering during a thrilling and scenic adventure
• Rappel into a huge underground chamber with stunning views from every angle
• Enjoy the expertise of a local guide
• Includes snacks, park entry fees and canyoneering equipment
• The small-group size allows for personalized attention

We will start off hiking and scrambling through the intriguing Valley of the Goblins that was featured in the film Galaxy Quest. Along the way, you will learn about the area’s unique geological, biological, historical, and cultural wonders. Your guide will also provide basic safety information, along with an introduction to the basics canyoneering before entering a beautiful slot canyon that disappears into a dark and mysterious chasm. Here, we’ll put on our canyoneering gear and rappel into the Goblin’s Lair which is also known as the Chamber of the Basilisk due to its resemblance to the interior of a medieval Gothic church. The landscapes are truly breathtaking and out of this world. While rappelling through the canyon, admire the sunbeams shining through to the canyon floor from the natural skylights above. Once inside the Goblin’s Lair, we will enjoy a snack and explore the Lair’s hidden passages in search of the mysterious goblins. Once you’ve toured the Goblin’s Lair, we’ll catch a glimpse of the magnificent open landscape views towards Robbers Roost. This stunning vantage point is bound to impress you while you catch your breath before a quick hike back to the trailhead. For more information or to book this activity, click here.

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Angels Landing is one of the most famous hikes in the world. As such, the National Park Service has implemented a permit program to limit the number of hikers allowed on the trail each day. This tour includes permits, as well as an experienced guide with knowledge of Zion National park, its history, flora, fauna, and geology. For more information or to book this activity, click here.

This trip begins and ends at 147 Zion – Mount Carmel Hwy, in Springdale, Utah. We meet all hikers at the Zion Canyon Village, in front of the pedestrian bridge entrance to Zion National Park. Your guide will message you the morning of, with a description of their outfit.

The West Rim Trail is the paved trail leading to the beginning of Scouts Lookout. Though we will only use the main 2-mile stretch, the trail continues 14 miles into the Zion Wilderness. This trip lasts about 5 hours and costs $699.00 per group.

The lookout shows a towering view of the Virgin River below, and a cross canyon view of Cable Mountain. We will rest here prior to beginning our ascent up Angels Landing. Compost toilets are available for use.

The incredible Angels Landing tour in on the National Register of Historic Places. This trail features towering views, steep drop-offs, and light scrambling. Hikers who are fearful of heights should not attempt this hike. For more information or to book this activity, click here.

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Utah is known for having several slot canyons both in and out of national parks. Discover the Upper and Lower Red Cave Slot Canyon in a utility terrain vehicle (UTV) with the setting sun in the background on this small-group excursion. This trip begins and ends at 500 E State St, in Orderville, Utah, For more information or to book this activity, click here.

Explore the canyons and then head to the top of Sugar Knoll to watch the sunset and enjoy s’mores, with views of Zion National Park. This trip lasts about 90 minutes and costs $65.00.

• Easily navigate the rugged terrain in a UTV
• See the red-hued layers of the slot canyons
• Enjoy plenty of time to capture photos of your tour
• A small group means more attention from your guide

We will enjoy the sunset from our Private property in Orderville, Utah. With marshmallows, s’mores and a campfire!  For more information or to book this activity, click here.

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Outdoor enthusiasts can go off-road and explore the Utah desert on this guided, all-terrain vehicle tour. Start your day by meeting-up in Sand Hollow State Park for an adrenaline-fueled ride through the sand dunes. This trip begins and ends at Mad Moose Rentals & Tours (Sand Hollow) on Old Rd, in Hurricane, Utah. For more information or to book this activity, click here.

You can rent a vehicle for up to four people, get behind the wheel, and follow your guide to explore the red rock landscape. This trip lasts about 3 hours and costs $499.00 per group.

• Tour the Utah desert with this guided all-terrain vehicle adventure
• You can ride solo or bring guests—vehicles accommodate up to four people
• Don’t worry about extra spending with transparent, per-vehicle pricing
• Get a great value with included helmets, goggles, and a GoPro Camera

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