Activity Moab, Canyonlands
NAVTEC Expeditions
An activity in Moab, Canyonlands, pricey ($$$) and worth about 4 hours. Best time to go: May–Sep.

Why go
Moab outfitter running rafting and jet-boat trips on the Colorado River and Cataract Canyon.
It is one of 10 curated places we feature in Canyonlands, alongside 5 sights, 2 outdoor spots and 1 place for a drink. 3 more of our picks sit within about half a mile in a straight line, so it pairs easily with Moab Coffee Roasters and Desert Bistro. Set aside about 4 hours here; it works best as the anchor of a day rather than a quick stop.
- Type
- Activity · Adventure
- Neighborhood
- Moab
- Price
- $$$
- Time needed
- 4 hr
- Best time
- May–Sep
Nearby
Our closest curated picks, including 4 beyond Canyonlands. Distances are straight-line, not walking or driving.
- 1Moab Coffee Roasters
Main Street coffee and gelato stop for an early start before the drive to the park.
Drinks · 0.3 mi straight-line - 2Desert Bistro
Moab's best-known fine-dining restaurant, with game meats and local produce.
Food · Arches · 0.4 mi straight-line - 3Moab Diner
Retro diner on Main Street serving green chile, burgers and big breakfasts.
Food · 0.5 mi straight-line - 4Milt's Stop & Eat
Moab burger stand since 1954 with hand-cut fries and milkshakes.
Food · Arches · 0.9 mi straight-line - 5Moab Brewery
Moab's original brewpub with house beers and a big menu.
Drinks · Arches · 1.1 mi straight-line - 6Park Avenue Trail
Short walk between tall fins that look like a city skyline.
Outdoors · Arches · 4.1 mi straight-line
On these curated routes
NAVTEC Expeditions is a stop on our Utah Mighty Five route. Open it to see the full day-by-day plan.
More to do in Canyonlands
NAVTEC Expeditions is our only activity pick in Canyonlands; here is what else we recommend there. See the full Canyonlands guide.
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Mesa Arch
Short walk to a cliff-edge arch that glows red at sunrise.
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Island in the Sky Visitor Center
Info, maps and ranger talks on the mesa-top district.
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Shafer Canyon Overlook
Look down on the switchbacks of the Shafer Trail dropping to the White Rim.
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Grand View Point Overlook
Southern tip of the mesa with a 100-mile view over canyons cut by the Green and Colorado rivers.
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Upheaval Dome
Short hike to a strange crater whose origin (salt dome or meteor) is still debated.
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Green River Overlook
Easy view over the winding Green River and the White Rim.
When to go
Average daily highs in Canyonlands run from 40°F in December to 96°F in July; September is usually the wettest month. For NAVTEC Expeditions itself, we suggest: May–Sep.
Modelled monthly averages for Canyonlands from NASA POWER, not a forecast. Full Canyonlands weather by month.
Getting there
Map links open a live search for NAVTEC Expeditions, so hours and directions come straight from the map app.
- Address
- 321 N Main St, Moab, UT 84532, USA
- Coordinates
- 38.57809, -109.55119
- Destination
- Canyonlands, Utah
NAVTEC Expeditions: quick answers
How much time do you need at NAVTEC Expeditions?
Plan on about 4 hours at NAVTEC Expeditions. That is our curated estimate for a typical visit; groups that linger will want more.
When is the best time to visit NAVTEC Expeditions?
Our pick: May–Sep. Insider tip: Book Cataract Canyon trips well ahead.
Where is NAVTEC Expeditions?
NAVTEC Expeditions is at 321 N Main St, Moab, UT 84532, USA. The Google Maps and Apple Maps links on this page open it for directions.
Which TripsCircle routes include NAVTEC Expeditions?
NAVTEC Expeditions appears on Utah Mighty Five, a curated route you can open on TripsCircle and plan with your group.
Add NAVTEC Expeditions to your crew's plan
Save it to a shared TripsCircle itinerary, settle the timing with a quick poll, and split the costs with everyone going to Canyonlands.
Plan Canyonlands
- Canyonlands travel guide 10 places
- Best time to visit Canyonlands weather by month
- Arches to Canyonlands 32 mi straight-line
Lists & regions
Also in Canyonlands
- Grand View Point Overlook Sight
- Dead Horse Point State Park Outdoors
Curated recommendation, not live listing data. Confirm hours, prices, bookings and access before you go.

