With nearly 250 days of cloudless sunshine each year, Moab, Utah, features a wide variety of outdoor activities for all kinds of family travel. Here are six activities families can enjoy in Moab this spring thanks to Moab Adventure Center.
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Plan a hot-air balloon trip over the red rocks of Moab. The most popular ride takes guests over sandstone valleys and the spires of Moab at sunrise. Watch the sun cast shadows along the rocks on this 3.5-hour adventure.
Experience the more than 2,000 arches at Arches National Park. Tour by driving or hiking the terrain. Moab Adventure Center guides take visitors through the park to see the breathtaking geological forces up-close. Tours range from a four-hour sunset bus and walking tour to a four-hour morning bus and walk tour. Visitors can even take an air tour of the park to see some of the most iconic geological features from above.
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Thrill seekers can take on the rocks through canyoneering and/or rock climbing. With professional instructors leading the way, guests can navigate the rocks to experience rare views of Moab.
A hot spot for mountain bike enthusiasts, take on the miles of trails in Moab. Moab offers trails ranging from beginner to advanced, meaning anyone wanting to mountain bike can enjoy the adventures of Moab on two wheels. Visitors can also enjoy Moab Adventure Center’s professional guided Moab mountain biking tours to further experience the wild terrain.
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Schedule a ride through Moab Adventure Center to experience a morning or afternoon trail ride through Moab. Beginning with expert cowboy instruction in the corral, guests will then head up Castle Creek before taking in the stunning views of the valley and of the Colorado River.
Moab Adventure Center’s professional guides take passengers through the backcountry of Moab in comfort. With raised seating in the rear for optimal passenger viewing, these Hummers allow passengers to see rare spots of Moab. Guests have the option of booking a two-hour, four-hour or sunset safari.
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