Utah National Parks Multi-Adventure Tours |MT Sobek

Pinnacles & Canyons of The Mighty Five

Go deep into geologic time in all five of Utah's national parks. Expect desert solitude, cobalt blue skies contrasting with red rocks, technicolor sunsets. Explore the wonderland of Arches with its magnificent stone formations and giant balanced rocks. Canyonlands invites you to float the legendary Colorado River. See the beautiful rugged terrain in Capitol Reef. Marvel at Bryce's fantastical pinnacles and hoodoos. Wind your way through Zion's narrow slot canyons. To top it off, pamper yourself in comfortable lodges at these stunning locations.

Hike through five treasured national parks -- Arches, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef, Bryce, and Zion -- in just eight days

Wade through a scenic slot canyon riverbed on the Virgin River Narrows and hike among labyrinthine spires of Bryce Canyon

Stargaze beneath the Milky Way -- four of the five national parks are certified "Dark Sky" parks

Why take this trip with us?

Reason #01

MT Sobek delivers this grand-slam in just eight days — ideal if you don't have loads of time but want a real-deal adventure.

Reason #02

Along the way, professional naturalist guides offer insights into the region's incredible geology and diverse flora and fauna.

Reason #03

You will visit some of the premiere Southwest National Parks with the luxury of lodges and resorts. A fantastic way to visit these treasures and recover for your next epic daily hike.

Meet your guides

Christopher Patrick

Travel and comedy flow strong in this one. Before finding a job that would pay him to travel, Chris worked in Alaska as a salmon processor, was a recreational skier in Colorado & Wyoming, was a crew member on a catamaran on the island of St. Croix and has participated in a 100 mile ultra run. In addition, he has been around the world a couple times to see as much as he can, however he always comes back to the Southwest. He loves meeting new people and aims to entertain while educating his guests. When not on the road, Chris loves time with his niece, running to a gate to catch a plane, creating YouTube videos and training to be a cast member for SNL.

Joel Clark

"There's an old saying here in the desert, what you see in the desert is a reflection of your own soul." Never without his old battered hat, given to him by his grandfather, Joel Clark has an addiction to the wide open spaces of the West. He has hiked the Pacific Crest Trail, the Continental Divide Trail, the Appalachian Trail, and charted his own cross-country trek across the Mojave Desert totaling some 8,000 miles. Joel is an experienced guide, leading adventure tours and horse riding expeditions through the canyon lands of Southern Utah for over 6 years. When he gets out his guitar around the campfire, bring a handkerchief because you're going to hear some soulful old cowboy songs.

Jennie Dufour

Hailing from the northeast, Jennie grew up playing in the woods and camping in the backyard, developing a love for the outdoors. Jennie started her travel career as a travel agent and travelling the world when she could. Becoming a tour leader 8 years ago, she first started leading tours throughout the USA, Canada and Mexico. She then decided that she wanted to explore and work in other parts of the world and has since worked as an overland tour driver and leader in Eastern and Southern Africa, India, Nepal and Central America. Having worked and traveled in 49 different countries, she has now realized home is where the heart is - The Southwest USA. Always up for an adventure, in her spare time you may find her whitewater rafting the Grand Canyon, hopping on a sailboat across the Indian Ocean or hitchhiking through Morocco.

Activities

Personally tailored adventures, hand-picked with your desired activity level in mind. Each activity is designed and operated to our highest standards.

Lodging

A variety of comfortable and ideally located accommodations carefully selected with your travel style and budget in mind.

Climate

Expect warm, sunny days and cool evenings; weather is variable depending on elevation. Daytime highs can range from 60° to 100°F and evening lows from 40° to 60°F.

FAQ

How should I train for my Southwest trip?

The best training is hiking. Work up to hiking similar distances with your daypack loaded with the same weight you will be carrying on your day hikes.

What kind of wildlife am I likely to see?

Wildlife commonly seen includes: Mule Deer, Utah Prairie Dogs, Chipmunks, Golden-mantled Ground Squirrels, Pronghorn (antelope), Gray Fox, Ravens, Steller's Jays, Clark's Nutcrackers, Red-tailed Hawks, Turkeys, and Mountain Short-horned Lizards. Black Bear, Elk, and Mountain Lions are rarely seen.

What do I need to take to hike the Narrows?

You will be hiking in knee-deep water. Strong water-friendly footwear with toe protection is a must. Hiking poles really help with keeping your stability.

When is the best time to go on this trip?

The canyons of the Southwest are wonderful destinations from mid-May through mid-October.

Testimonials

"We have traveled throughout the world, but never experienced a level of service and attention to detail as we did with MT Sobek."

Dennis G.
MT Sobek Guest

"I've taken six MT Sobek trips and they have all exceeded my expectations. The staff, the food, the logistics and the communications have always been exceptional. Thank you for being my "go to" adventure travel company!"

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