Helicopter Tour

Backcountry Arches Tour

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$269 per person

30 minutes

Daily every 30 minutes starting at 8:30am

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BOOK A PRIVATE TOUR

1-hour tour for up to 9 people in one aircraft
Can accommodate groups of up to 36 in multiple aircrafts
Contact us to customize your experience!

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Book Your Tour

$269 per person

30 minutes

Daily every 30 minutes starting at 8:30am

Check Availability

BOOK A PRIVATE TOUR

1-hour tour for up to 9 people in one aircraft
Can accommodate groups of up to 36 in multiple aircrafts
Contact us to customize your experience!

Tour Details

A longer version of our 20-minute Corona Arch Canyon Run, this experience has more time to explore closer to the edge of Canyonlands National Park for jaw-dropping views of the Island in The Sky District and Dead Horse Point. This tour is perfect for couples and small groups that are short on time but want to take advantage of all the sweeping views of the Moab canyon country as they fly near Determination Towers, Monitor and Merrimac Butte, Gemini Bridges, multiple arches and much more.

PRICE

$269
per person

Duration

30-minute tour departing daily at 8:30 am

Location

Canyonlands Regional Airport
94 W Aviation Way
Free parking in front of the main terminal

Ages

All ages are welcome on our flights!
Children over 24 months must sit in their own seat on the plane
Child booster pillows are provided by Redtail Air

Highlights

See amazing landscape views of the Colorado River and the Moab Canyon Country!
Hear interesting stories, local history and geological facts from your friendly pilot
Experience a perspective of Moab from the air that you will never forget!

What’s included

Window seat for everyone
Live narration during the tour
Headsets to clearly hear the narration
Complimentary water inside the terminal

What to Bring

Water, a light jacket, a camera, and a smile!

Other Considerations

Gratuities
Food & snacks, available for purchase in the terminal
There is no bathroom on the plane, though facilities are available before and after your tour
Please arrive 20 minutes prior to tour departure time

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.

Tickets

Instant Confirmation
Email & Mobile Tickets Accepted

Important Tip To Land Your Ideal Tour Time

We do accept walk-up participants, and our tours and rentals regularly sell out. To secure your preferred choice and to avoid missing out, we highly recommend booking as soon as possible.

Tour Overview

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EMBARK ON A SHORTER TOUR THAT WILL FLY YOU OVER THE BEST OF MOAB CANYON COUNTRY

At 30 minutes, this Moab helicopter tour is packed with astounding scenery from the moment you lift off the ground. Your expert pilot will efficiently navigate over gorgeous Moab terrain and grant you direct views of several famous sights around the Moab backcountry, Canyonlands National Park and Dead Horse Point State Park.

As you hover over the canyons and along the edge of the National Park, your pilot will point out many towers, plateaus, arches and bridges that would take days to find by foot.

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ENJOY A CLOSE LOOK AT STUNNING RED ROCKS FROM A HELICOPTER'S PERSPECTIVE

Every moment you’re in the air, you will enjoy unobstructed 180-degree views of stunning remote vistas and glide along the edge of Canyonlands National Park for boundless perspectives of the Colorado River, vast canyons and more remote arches.

Our helicopters have enormous curved windows, making them ideal for capturing photos of each famous red rock area. Your pilot will identify every notable feature and ensure you spend enough time hovering near each site for guests to snap the perfect photo and take in the desert beauty.

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GET A PANORAMIC VIEW OF SOME BEAUTIFUL AND REMOTE ARCHES HIDDEN IN MOAB CANYON COUNTRY

Ogle at expansive vistas while you search for iconic rock features hidden in the scenery. Your expert pilot will point out Determination Towers, Monitor and Merrimac Butte, Gemini Bridges, Corona Arch, Jeep Arch, and Uranium Arch as you glide along the edge of the park.

Approaching the edge of Canyonlands National Park, you’ll see unobstructed views of Island in the Sky District and Dead Horse Point. With this extended tour, you can also include Pritchett Arch, Halls Bridge and Funnel Arch on your list of indescribable Southeastern Utah rock formations.

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ENGAGING GUIDES, EXPERT PILOTS AND LIFETIME MOAB ENTHUSIASTS

Every guest will wear special headphones, allowing you and your pilot to interact as you soar over canyonlands and plateaus. Your pilot will share stories of the land and ensure you understand the historical and geological importance of every arch, natural bridge, and tower you encounter on this tour.

From reaching the edge of Canyonlands National Park to enjoying hard-to-reach iconic Moab scenery, you will experience endless unforgettable moments only possible when you take to the skies.

What Our Guests Are Saying

"Our sunset flight was amazing! The views and information were priceless! I have travelled to Moab over a dozen times and have never seen the views or had my questions answered about the amazing history and geology like we did tonight! Dan was absolutely wonderful! Expectations were beyond met, best money spent as a tourist in Utah!"

AKM
"We took our first helicopter ride ever here on the day of our wedding and it was so absolutely wonderful!! Our pilot was so knowledgeable and pointed out so many awesome points, he knew so much about the history of the region and other fun facts. All the staff at check-in were also so kind and welcoming making us feel special on our special day! Definitely recommend to anyone looking for an adventure!"

Benjamin
"If you are planning a trip to Moab to see the National Parks, you absolutely HAVE TO take a flight tour with Redtail. Sure the beauty of the red rocks in person are breathtaking but seeing them from above gives it all a whole new perspective! Jenny, in sales got us booked on a 30 minute flight over Arches for my daughters birthday. We showed up and checked in, staff was amazing, and friendly, made check in super easy. They gave my daughter a cute birthday bag of delicious cookies! We didnt wait long, and the Pilot, Dan, came and introduced himself, gave us some history of the airplanes and a wonderful tour. He was very thorough, and made it so fun for all of us. We got some amazing pictures, and we definitely will be recommending this to everyone!"

Rebecca
"Excellent aerial tour over Canyonlands and Arches NP. Pilot was great handling plane and as tour guide. Great way to get perspectives on the parks and to see things you wouldn’t otherwise unless you hiked for several days."

Joseph

Book With Confidence

SAFETY IS OUR NUMBER ONE PRIORITY

We follow all FAA guidelines and restrictions on all our air tour operations. Safety is our number one priority for our guests and team members.

THE LOWEST PRICE. PERIOD.

Book directly on flyredtail.com or call our office to get the best price on our tours. Find it cheaper? We’ll refund the difference!

FREE CANCELLATIONS

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a FULL refund. We know that plans can change, and that’s why we offer one of the most generous cancellation policies in the industry.

GREAT TOUR GUARANTEE

If you don’t have a great tour, let us know and we promise to make it right with a voucher for a future flight.

Why Redtail Air

Redtail Air specializes in scenic air tours of Moab, Utah. See backcountry arches, deep canyons, isolated buttes, and much more. From the air, you will enjoy the sights that very few have seen—gaining a greater appreciation for the incredible beauty of this unique area, including the iconic Delicate Arch and the world’s longest natural arch, Landscape Arch. Whether on a national park scenic airplane tour, flying over iconic arches on a scenic helicopter tour, or returning from a whitewater adventure on a river airplane shuttle through Cataract Canyon, opportunities for spectacular photography abound.

ANSWERS TO ALL OF YOUR QUESTIONS

DO WE ACTUALLY FLY OVER THE NATIONAL PARK?

Helicopters are not permitted to fly directly over the national parks. BUT you will see Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park, and even Monument Valley from unforgettable vantage points.

WHAT SHOULD WE BRING?

Water, a light jacket, camera, and a smile.

WHAT IS THE MINIMUM AGE?

All ages are welcome on our flights! Children over 24 months must sit in their own seat on the plane. Booster pillows are provided by Redtail Air. Children under the age of 12 fly for 25% off the price on all flights.