Moab's Best Backcountry Arches Air Tour

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

About This Adventure

Arches National Park gets all the attention. The BLM land surrounding it contains formations equally dramatic, equally ancient, and entirely inaccessible to anyone without wings. This 30-minute flight covers the arch systems, canyon drainages, and slickrock terrain that exists beyond the park boundary — formations that don't appear in any guidebook and rarely see a visitor.

Your pilot narrates throughout, pointing out what you're looking at and why. This tour works equally well as a companion to a park visit or as a standalone experience for guests who want to see what most people never find. Departs Moab airport.

Highlights

Rarely-seen backcountry arches inaccessible by ground
Corona, Tibbets, Jeep, and Uranium Arches on route
Thelma and Louise Point and Dead Horse State Park views
Window seat guaranteed for every passenger
Early morning flights for calmest, smoothest conditions
30-minute tour ideal for first-time flyers

Before You Go

What's Included

  • Window seat
  • Live pilot narration via headset
  • 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, Monument Valley, and Canyonlands National Park.

  • 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 planes seat up to 9 passengers. For larger groups, multiple planes can be arranged to 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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Moab's Best Backcountry Arches Air Tour