Zig Zag Canyon - Private Canyoneering Trip

Guided

Duration: 6 hours

Moab

Features

Private

Free Cancellation

Instant Book

Shuttle Included

Locally Owned

$436 1 Person - Private Tour

$218 2 People - Private Tour

(Priced Per Person | All Ages)

$210 3 People - Private Tour

(Priced Per Person | All Ages)

$195 4 or more people - Private Tour

(Priced Per Person | All Ages | Call for groups of 14 or more)

Description

Technically Challenging Canyoneering Adventure in Moab

A maze of sandstone fins with huge rappels and unparalleled views!

Zig Zag Canyon is a winding, circuitous loop hike that has us gaining and then losing several hundred feet of elevation spread out over three miles of exploration. Like most Desert Highlights trips, this is an original route that we have developed in response to the increasing difficulty of getting away from the crowds and immersing oneself in sandstone majesty. We travel through amazing terrain that has not been seen by many, and we end the day with a spectacular 220-foot rappel that is sure to leave you feeling proud, accomplished and full of bragging rights!

Duration

This tour is 3 hiking miles long with 3 rappels, making for a 5-7 hour day depending on guest ability. Reserve most of your day! Guests will meet at the office at 7 or 8AM depending on the season.

Location

Guests will meet their guides at the office at 16 S 100 E Moab UT, 84532. Guides will then shuttle participants to and from the trail head.

Ages

We suggest a minimum age of 12 for Zig Zag Canyon trips. Exceptions are sometimes made, so please give us a call or shoot us an email to discuss your options. This is a moderate tour with 3 miles of hiking and breathtaking rappels, make sure all participants are prepared. Additionally, some moderate scrambling and occasionally roped climbing is required to access the canyon.

What's Included

All gear and safety equipment
Guides
Transportation to the trailhead

Not Included

Snacks
Water
Gratuity

What to Bring

Small Daypack
Enough food to fuel 5-7 hours of activity
Plenty of water
Lightweight, breathable clothing
Sunscreen
Comfortable hiking shoes

FAQs

How many people per group?

Every trip is private, so just a guide plus your own crew! There is a two person minimum.

How many rappels will there be?

There are 3 rappels, measuring 30 ft, 40 ft, then a shocking 220 ft descent.

Should I tip my guide?

Tips are always appreciated, but not required. 15-20% is customary if you enjoyed your trip!

What safety measures are in place?

All canyoneering guides are AMGA certified for single pitch instruction at a minimum. Gear is replaced regularly, and inspected on a regular basis.

Do I need previous experience for this trip?

This is a physically moderate trip, but by way of skill it is rated as difficult to moderate. Guests should be in moderate shape, and while experience is not necessary, courage is a must!

ADVENTURE PROVIDED BY Desert Highlights

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.