UTAH CANYONEERING ADVENTURE
Trek Summary
Camping & Hotel based hiking
4 D / 3 N
From 4-10
May 6th, 2026
THE WWTREK ASSURANCE | SUPPORTING YOU THROUGH THE CHALLENGE
Utah Canyoneering Adventure Activity Rating: MODERATE
The Challenge:
Spend several unforgettable days exploring remote desert landscapes on foot, venturing through rugged terrain and ever-changing conditions. Southern Utah’s climate can shift quickly—from warm sun to sudden wind or cooler temperatures—making preparation and adaptability key to a rewarding experience.
The Reassurance:
Your journey is designed with flexibility and comfort in mind. Daily plans can be adjusted to shorter distances or even a well-earned rest day when needed. Between adventures, unwind in secure camps and handpicked luxury lodges, where you can recharge in comfort. Throughout the trip, enjoy the support of private WWTrek vehicles, fully equipped with hydration and hand-washing stations—ensuring you feel cared for, refreshed, and ready for each day ahead.
The World Wide Trekking Difference
On our Utah Canyoneering Adventure, our guides are second to none. With years of hands-on experience navigating slot canyons and rugged desert terrain, they are both medically certified and highly trained in technical systems. From expert rope work and route finding to avoiding crowds and preparing incredible meals, they bring confidence and care to every step of the journey. With deep knowledge of the landscapes you’ll explore, you’ll feel supported, safe, and fully immersed throughout this unforgettable experience.
WWTrek Accommodations
Throughout our Utah Canyoneering Adventure, we stay in a selection of handpicked hotels and lodges, each chosen for comfort and character. After exhilarating days navigating slot canyons and desert terrain, you’ll return to inviting spaces designed for rest and recovery. Enjoy well-appointed rooms, refreshing pools, and soothing jacuzzis—the perfect way to unwind and recharge for the next day’s adventure.
WWTrek Meals
Dine at your lodge accommodations, along the trails in National Parks, or at local eateries. From local restaurants to Guide-prepared meals, the cuisine along this adventure will indeed please! No matter your dietary restrictions or food preferences, the WWTrek team will ensure you have more than enough to choose from.
WWTrek Team
Our team of highly trained professional Guides is here to help you every step of the way. From the first point of contact with the office through the end of your trekking experience with us, World Wide Trekking will work with you to ensure you feel comfortable and prepared to embark on your journey. Along this journey, you will be supported by medically certified and practically trained Guides who all boast years of experience. From selecting unique and less traveled trails to enhance guest experience to preparing fresh lunches each day–you will feel supported every step of the way!
WWTrek Experience
We think it’s imperative to offer our guests the ability to hear from one another. This way, guests can get the nitty-gritty details about the trek… like finding out just how challenging that hike is!
“We had the best trip in Utah, exploring the Mighty Five National Parks, thanks to Dean and his team. We were so impressed with their knowledge, the hikes, all the incredible meals/snacks they provided, etc. All the lodging arrangements were top-notch. The overall experience provided by Dean and the team was incredible. We can’t wait to get on to our next trip with World Wide Trekking. It was one of the best trips I have ever been on.” – Sheila
“We explored southern Utah with WWTrek and had the very best time! Dean and his team were outstanding guides – the best! Every day we adventured into beautiful, stunning terrain and remote settings. The hiking was challenging and rewarding. Looking forward to the next adventure WWTrek!”- Mollie
WWTrek Guest Services
World Wide Trekking boasts an extensive support crew and will accommodate any group size. At headquarters in Salt Lake City, our staff is dedicated to helping you every step of the way. If you’re planning your trip and have questions about which boots to buy, our adventure specialist is just a phone call away.
Trek Itinerary
Arrive in Utah
- Arrive to Salt Lake City Airport (SLC) and meet your guide(s). Enjoy a packed lunch along your scenic drive to Springdale, Utah.
- Check-in to lodging before gathering for a group orientation safety briefing followed by a private group welcome dinner.
- Explore Goblin Valley State Park, home to thousands of whimsical hoodoos
- Slot Canyon Adventure, navigating narrow corridors and dramatic rock formations
- Overnight: Goblin Valley State Park Camp
Camping Night can be Upgraded to Lodging
- Meals included: Packed Lunch, Welcome Dinner
Capitol Reef National Park Canyoneering
- Experience canyoneering: rappel, scramble, and traverse sandstone cliffs.
- Professional Guide team handling all the details
- This will be a High Adventure day to remember!
- Overnight: Torrey, Utah Accommodations
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Capitol Reef National Park Narrows
- Hike down the Sulphur Creek Narrows, surrounded by towering canyon walls.
- A full day on the trail – experiencing all that surrounds you!
- Overnight: Torrey, Utah Accommodation
- Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Panorama Point - Return to SLC
- Visit to Panorama Point
- A rewarding hike with time to reflect on a great adventure
- Return to Salt Lake for Departures
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Weather Notice
What's Included
- Transportation by private vans
- 2 nights lodging
- WWTrek custom support trailer with camp kitchen
World Wide Trekking Local Guides
All services, tours, hikes, and excursion fees described in the itinerary
- All Canyoneering Equipment
- National park and state park entry fees
- All meals included during the scheduled itinerary
- Snacks provided throughout the trip
- Large coolers of ice water, an electrolyte drink mix, and soft drinks will be provided in the vehicle throughout the trip
- Baggage handling throughout the adventure
- Pre-trip planning, customization, and consultation
- Gear List
- Fitness and Nutrition 6-week plan
Not Included
- International and domestic airfare
- Passport and visa fees (if applicable)
- Travel and medical insurance
- Meals other than those specified in the itinerary
- Specialty drinks at restaurants
- Items of a personal nature: laundry, incidentals, etc.
- Expenses incurred due to circumstances outside of the control of World Wide Trekking
- Gratuities for guides
The World Wide Trekking Difference
WWTrek Vehicles
- Travel in PRIVATE WWTrek 15-passenger vans.
- Have access to a hydration station throughout your trek to ensure proper hydration in the Southern Utah heat. The hand washing station is set up in the back of the van for guest use throughout the trek.
- Our WWTrek Chuck Wagon Trailer is where your Private Chef/Guide will prepare meals throughout your trek. The Chuck Wagon is detailed with a refrigerator, oven top, and sink.
Exploration
Dive into Utah’s rugged desert through hands-on adventure—navigating narrow slot canyons, rappelling sandstone walls, and hiking through sculpted landscapes. Each day brings a new challenge and a fresh sense of discovery.
Archeological Sites
Discover the stories of the past through ancient petroglyphs and cultural sites tucked into the canyon walls. These subtle yet powerful reminders connect you to the region’s early inhabitants.
What We Visit
Experience the best of Southern Utah, from the unique formations of Goblin Valley to the dramatic terrain of Capitol Reef. Explore slot canyons, hike the Sulphur Creek Narrows, and take in sweeping views from Panorama Point.
Hand-Selected Hotels
Throughout this trek, you will stay in local accommodations and unmatched vistas that make your trip even more unforgettable. Relax in spacious lodging with access to all amenities.
Human Outreach Project
OUR PLANET… HELPING OTHERS, CHANGING LIVES
Utah is the home of the World Wide Trekking and Human Outreach Project. HOP is proud to run both the HOP Outdoors Program in support of at-risk youth locally, and the Veterans Outreach Program which delivers groceries and gift cards to local Veteran families ahead of Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays.
Travel Notes
Best Time of Year to Visit
March – November (trip offered year-round)
Arrivals and Departures
Arrive at Salt Lake City Int’l Airport (SLC); Depart from Salt Lake City Int’l Airport (SLC).
Recommended Flights
Arrival: There are daily flights into Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC). Your trip manager will help you arrange an arrival time window (we prefer morning arrival flight times).
Departure: We prefer that all flights departing from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) leave in the late afternoon, allowing the group enough time to get to the airport.
Airfares are not included in program pricing. When booking travel, we recommend working with an experienced travel agent. One that World Wide Trekking is proud to coordinate with is Brian Mei from Eastern Travel. You can reach Brian directly by calling 801.792.1721 or by email at brian@easterntravel.com. Additional support is always available by calling the Eastern Travel Office at 801.466.8811 or by emailing Michelle at michelle@easterntravel.com.
The benefit of using a travel agent is in the event of itinerary changes, the travel agent will find the best flight connections, and land arrangements, for you. Though third-party travel websites are convenient, we do not recommend using them, due to instability in the itineraries. We also recommend that you protect your flight with travel insurance and a refundable ticket.
We also recommend that you protect your flight with travel insurance and a refundable ticket. Contact AIG Travel Guard to get more information.
Travel Insurance
We recommend you safeguard your trip by purchasing travel insurance. World Wide Trekking has partnered with AIG Travel Insurance as our preferred travel insurance provider. For a price quote, or to purchase travel insurance, visit
Please Note: You must purchase this plan within 14 days of your deposit payment. Please send us a copy of your plan if you choose to purchase one.
Accommodations
We stay at a variety of accommodations in Southern Utah.
Springdale
- Cliffrose Lodge
Bryce Canyon
- Bryce Canyon Inn
Capitol Reef
- Red River Ranch
Moab
- Red Cliff Lodge
*Based on availability during trip dates.
Health and Safety
Our stringent commitment to safety means you have access to our medically certified guides before and throughout your trip. Our staff also carries emergency medical equipment such as satellite communicators and medical kits.
For more information, feel free to contact us directly with any questions, at 801-943-0264. We can schedule a phone call with our medical advisor, Dr. Levy, to answer any specific questions regarding your personal needs.
Gratuities
In many parts of the world, gratuities are given in appreciation for a job well done. Our guides will take care of tipping service personnel along the way so that you don’t have to think about it.
For any additional services outside of our itinerary, plan to tip 10% (transport, restaurants, baggage, lodges, etc). We will provide you with detailed tipping recommendations on your ‘Trip Detail’ site once you sign up.
At the trails end you will have the opportunity to contribute to a group tipping pool that will be presented to your WWTrekking guides and trekking staff as we say our goodbyes.
Fitness and Nutrition
We provide a complimentary 6-week extensive fitness and nutrition program to help our guests prepare for their journey ahead. The program is tailored specifically for our trips and includes virtual 1 on 1 coaching sessions with our Fitness and Nutrition Specialist.
General Information
State
Utah
Population
3,101,833
Time Zone
Mountain Time Zone – UTC-07:00
Capital City
Salt Lake City
Geography
Utah, where the Rocky Mountains, Great Basin, and Colorado Plateau converge, boasts extremely diverse and stunning geography. Although most of this western state experiences a semi-arid or desert climate, the many mountain ranges offer a large variety of additional climates. From high alpine forests to vast deserts filled with humbling sandstone towers, walls, and arches, Utah’s landscapes are numerous and awe-inspiring. Utah is home to 5 National Parks, 4 national monuments, and 4 state parks. The capital of Utah, Salt Lake City, gets its namesake from the Great Salt Lake which is the largest saltwater lake in the Western Hemisphere with a salinity far saltier than seawater.
Culture and Religion
Salt Lake City, Utah, is the world headquarters for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, making Utah the only state in the U.S. with a majority population belonging to a single church. The industries that make up Utah’s diverse economy include mining, oil and gas development, tourism, agriculture, cattle ranching, salt production, and a quickly growing tech industry. There are 6 Native American tribes in Utah today: the Goshute, Navajo, Paiute, Ute, Shoshone, and Uintah and Ouray Tribes.
