Backcountry Arches Helicopter Tour

Moab, UT30 minutes
★★★★★4.9(128 reviews)

About This Adventure

The formations catalogued in Arches National Park represent a fraction of the arch systems that exist across the Colorado Plateau. The Backcountry Arches helicopter tour covers the terrain outside the park boundaries — formations known to local pilots, largely inaccessible to anyone on foot, and rarely photographed from any angle.

Your pilot has flown this route many times and knows exactly which approaches reveal the most from altitude. Guests who've been to Arches and loved it often name this as the experience that showed them how much more there was to see. 30 minutes.

Highlights

180-degree unobstructed views of remote terrain
Gemini Bridges, Corona, Jeep, and Uranium Arch views
Island in the Sky and Dead Horse Point overhead
Window seat guaranteed for every passenger
30-minute flight with expert pilot narration
Helicopters fly lower for closer backcountry access

Before You Go

What's Included

  • Window seat
  • Live pilot narration
  • Complimentary water

What to Bring

  • Camera
  • Sunglasses
  • Light layers

Meeting Point

Redtail Air Adventures, 1188 N Canyonlands Field, Moab, UT 84532
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Cancellation Policy

Passengers are required to request cancellation at least 24 hours in advance of their tour to receive a full refund. Cancellations inside 24 hours are not eligible to have their fares refunded.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes! You will fly directly over Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park, and even Monument Valley.

  • Water, a light jacket, your camera, and a smile! Every passenger gets a window seat, so have that camera ready.

  • All ages are welcome on our flights! Children over 24 months must sit in their own seat. Booster pillows are provided by Redtail Air for younger passengers.

  • Our helicopters seat up to 3 passengers for an intimate experience. For larger groups, multiple helicopters can fly together.

Reviews

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★★★★★

One of the best experiences we've ever had. Our guide was knowledgeable, patient, and made the whole day unforgettable. Highly recommend to anyone visiting Moab.

Rachel T.
February 2026
★★★★★

Exceeded every expectation. The scenery is jaw-dropping and the crew took great care of our group. Already planning a return trip.

Dan M.
January 2026
★★★★★

Flawless from start to finish. Great equipment, superb guide, and the landscape is unlike anything else. Worth every penny.

Sophie L.
December 2025
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