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Arches National Park Full Day Private Hiking Tour

Guided ·

5.0

(260)

Arches National Park• Moab

Kid Friendly

Locally Owned

Shuttle Included

Beginner Friendly

Free Cancellation

Private

Instant Book

Duration: 9 hours

Pricing

1 Person - Private Tour

$530

2 People - Private Tour

Priced Per Person | All Ages

$320

3 People - Private Tour

Priced Per Person | All Ages

$250

Description

Private Full Day Arches National Park Hiking Tour – Custom Moab Hiking Experience

Experience the best of Arches National Park on a fully immersive full-day hiking adventure designed around your group’s interests and pace. With more time to explore, this tour allows you to venture deeper into the park, visit a wider range of formations, and truly connect with the landscape.

After a short drive from Moab, your guide will lead you through a carefully curated day of hiking and exploration. From iconic arches to lesser-traveled trails, you’ll experience a diverse range of terrain and scenery throughout the day. Whether your goal is to see the classics, avoid the crowds, or cover more ground, the itinerary is fully customizable.

As you move through the park, your guide will share stories of the region’s geologic history, explaining how ancient sand dunes transformed into the striking formations you see today. You’ll also learn about the plants, wildlife, and cultural history that make this landscape so unique.

Midday, you’ll take a break to enjoy a relaxing picnic lunch in a scenic setting before continuing your exploration. With the flexibility to adjust plans throughout the day, this experience offers a deeper, more comprehensive way to discover Arches National Park.

Duration

Duration: Approximately 9 hours
Meeting Time: Morning departures (typically 7:00 AM, flexible based on season)
Drive Time to Trailhead: ~15 minutes
Season: Year-round

Location / Where to Meet

Desert Highlights

16 S 100 E, Moab, UT 84532

Ages & Requirements

Minimum age: All ages welcome
No prior hiking experience necessary
Physical Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
Total Hiking Distance: 0 – 7 miles (customized to your group)

What’s Included

Interpretive hiking experience with a knowledgeable local guide
Private tour – just your group and your guide
Transportation to and from Arches National Park
Park entrance fees (bring your pass if you have one)
Light snacks and picnic lunch
Water refills (please bring your own bottle)
First aid and emergency equipment carried by your guide

What’s Not Included

Water bottle (recommend at least 2 liters per person)
Transportation to the meeting location
Guide gratuity (customary 15–20%)

What to Bring / Wear

National Park Pass if you have one
2 liters of water
Snacks
Comfortable, flexible clothing suitable for hiking
Lightweight, breathable layers depending on weather
Closed-toe shoes, broken-in hiking shoes or trial runners
Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen (SPF 15+)
Light jacket or layer depending on season
Small backpack for personal items

Please note: Weather in the desert can change quickly. We recommend bringing a variety of layers and leaving extras in your vehicle so you can adjust as needed on the day of your trip.

ADVENTURE PROVIDED BY Desert Highlights

FAQs

What is a guided hiking tour like in Arches National Park?

It’s much more than just a hike. Your guide brings the landscape to life—sharing stories about geology, history, plants, and wildlife while tailoring the day to your interests. You’ll move at your own pace, stop often, and experience the park in a more meaningful and personalized way.

How is this different from visiting the park on my own?

With a guide, you get local insight, flexibility, and a curated experience. Instead of navigating logistics or guessing where to go, you’ll spend your time exploring the best areas for your group while learning things you wouldn’t get from signs or maps alone.

Will we see the famous arches like Delicate Arch?

It depends on your priorities! If seeing iconic landmarks like Delicate Arch is important to you, we can absolutely plan for that. If you’d prefer to avoid crowds and explore quieter areas, your guide can take you to equally stunning but less-visited spots.

How much hiking will we actually do?

That’s completely up to you. Some groups want to cover several miles and explore multiple trails, while others prefer shorter walks with more scenic stops. The experience is fully customized to match your energy level and goals.

What will we learn during the tour?

You’ll learn how arches form, why the landscape looks the way it does, and how it continues to change over time. Guides also share insights about desert plants, wildlife, and the human history of the area.

Are the trails crowded?

Some areas of Arches can be busy, especially popular sites. However, since your tour is private, your guide can adjust the itinerary to avoid crowds when possible or visit quieter areas of the park.

Cancellation Policy

Groups of less than 10 people: All of your money will be refunded if you cancel prior to two weeks before your trip date. If you cancel within two weeks of your trip, but outside of 48 hours, you’ll be charged a $20/person deposit. Cancellations made within 48 hours of your trip will not be refunded.

Groups of 10 or more people: A 10% deposit is required at the time of booking. This is non-refundable, unless our guides cancel due to weather. The remaining balance is due within 48 hours of the trip date.

Late Arrivals: Although our tours are private, and we will accommodate late arrivals as we can, occasionally a late arrival can cause tours later in the day and/or shuttle logistics to be affected. Because of this, we reserve the right to cancel your tour if you arrive more than 30 minutes after your scheduled reservation time. If a tour is canceled because of a late arrival, a refund will not be issued.

Weather: Full refunds are given if your guide cancels your trip due to bad weather. Our guides will make the final "go/no go" decision based on the safety of your group. If you decide to cancel because of uncomfortable weather, our standard cancellation policy will apply.

Travel Insurance: If you believe there is a chance that you will have to cancel your tour within the non-refundable 24-hour cancellation period, we strongly encourage you to purchase travel insurance. We are not affiliated with any insurance companies, but can recommend www.travelexinsurance.com.