Reservation Request Catalog Request Departure Dates Trip Preparation Adventure Index Our Guides Vessels & Vehicles Why Tag-A-Long? Direction to Moab Utah Tag-A-Long Adventure Index Utah Whitewater RaftingLand Safaris   River Rafting Utah   Canoe  Jet Boat  Winter Camping  Combination River and 4x4   Whitewater Rafting What is whitewater rafting? How difficult is it? Cataract Canyon Favorite (CA-3) Whitewater Rafting Itinerary page The Colorado is a wild and natural river above Cataract Canyon. There are no dams to artificially influence river flow. Snow melt greatly impacts the level, speed and temperature of the water. These things make a big difference in the character of a whitewater rafting trip. Cataract Canyon can be the ultimate Utah whitewater rafting adventure or it can be a great family expedition depending on the time of year you choose. Pick the level of adventure that makes you happy. Motorized raft trip. 100 miles of remote Colorado River, short optional hikes, world-class Utah whitewater rafting, 26 rapids, three nights of Moab Utah camping. This river trip journeys into the very heart of Canyonlands National Park. April to mid-May Mid-May to late June July & August Sept & October Rapids III-IV Rapids III-V Rapids III-IV Rapids III-IV Chilly water. Rapids are good. Whoa Nelly! Leave the kids at home! Warm waters, everybody come! Rapids are friendly. Beach camps. Cataract Canyon Express (CA-2) Whitewater Rafting Itinerary page The Colorado is a wild and natural river above Cataract Canyon. There are no dams to artificially influence river flow. Snow melt greatly impacts the level, speed and temperature of the water. These things make a big difference in the character of a whitewater rafting trip. Cataract Canyon can be the ultimate Utah whitewater rafting adventure or it can be a great family expedition depending on the time of year you choose. Pick the level of adventure that makes you happy. Motorized raft trip. 100 miles of remote Colorado River, short optional hikes, world-class Utah whitewater rafting, 26 rapids, three nights of Moab Utah camping. This river trip journeys into the very heart of Canyonlands National Park. April to mid-May Mid-May to late June July & August Sept & October Rapids III-IV Rapids III-V Rapids III-IV Rapids III-IV Chilly water. Rapids are good. Whoa Nelly! Leave the kids at home! Warm waters, everybody come! Rapids are friendly. Beach camps. Cataract Canyon Blast (CA-1) Whitewater Rafting Itinerary page The Colorado is a wild and natural river above Cataract Canyon. There are no dams to artificially influence river flow. Snow melt greatly impacts the level, speed and temperature of the water. These things make a big difference in the character of a white water rafting trip. Cataract Canyon can be the ultimate Utah whitewater rafting adventure or it can be a great family expedition depending on the time of year you choose. Pick the level of adventure that makes you happy. Motorized raft trip. 100 miles of remote Colorado River, short optional hikes, world-class Utah whitewater rafting, 26 rapids, three nights of Moab Utah camping. This river trip journeys into the very heart of Canyonlands National Park. April to mid-May Mid-May to late June July & August Sept & October Rapids III-IV Rapids III-V Rapids III-IV Rapids III-IV Chilly water. Rapids are good. Whoa Nelly! Leave the kids at home! Warm waters, everybody come! Rapids are friendly. Beach camps. Powell’s Cataract Canyon (CA-4) Whitewater Rafting Itinerary page The Colorado is a wild and natural river above Cataract Canyon. There are no dams to artificially influence river flow. Snow melt greatly impacts the level, speed and temperature of the water. These things make a big difference in the character of a white water rafting trip. Cataract Canyon can be the ultimate Utah white water rafting adventure or it can be a great family expedition depending on the time of year you choose. Pick the level of adventure that makes you happy. 100 miles of remote Colorado River, short optional hikes, world-class Utah whitewater rafting, 26 rapids, three nights of Moab Utah camping. This river trip journeys into the very heart of Canyonlands National Park. April to mid-May Mid-May to late June July & August Sept & October Rapids III-IV Rapids III-V Rapids III-IV Rapids III-IV Chilly water. Rapids are good. Whoa Nelly! Leave the kids at home! Warm waters, everybody come! Rapids are friendly. Beach camps.       Utah's River Lengths (GK4 + CA4) Whitewater Rafting Itinerary page Start in the Majestic Canyons of the Green River. Folks can choose whether to paddle their own inflatable kayak or ride the mother raft with the Tag-A-Long guide. There are fifty sporty rapids during four of these five days in Desolation and Gray Canyons. The rapids are less powerful and intimidating than those on the Colorado River in Cataract Canyon. This is one of the most tremendous rafting camping trips Utah. Fitness Level: Average. Able to play and paddle in the water, but you don’t have to swim. Then continue, after a night in town at a hotel, on the Colorado River. There is time to reflect as we steer Meander Canyon to the confluence of the Colorado with the Green to produce Cataract Canyon. This itinerary features Utah's finest whitewater rafting adventures. It only is available on select dates.   Mid-June &  August Rapids III-IV Warm waters, everybody come! Rapids, Rapids, Rapids (WA1/CA2) Whitewater Rafting Itinerary page The Colorado is a wild and natural river in Westwater Canyon. There are no dams to artificially influence river flow. Snow melt greatly impacts the level, speed and temperature of a white water rafting trip. These things make a big difference in the character of your Utah river rafting trip. Westwater Canyon’s crashing rapids and the 26-world class rapids of Cataract Canyon make this the ultimate whitewater package. Four nights of camping, one night in a motel, optional hiking, 5 days of remote wilderness covering over 150 miles of river on both a motorized J-rig in Cataract Canyon and row-raft in Westwater Canyon make this a non-stop adventure! Come join this Moab Utah camping opportunity. April to mid-May Mid-May to late June July & August Sept & October Rapids III-IV Rapids III-V Rapids III-IV Rapids III-IV Chilly water. Rapids are good. Whoa Nelly! Leave the kids at home! Warm waters, everybody come! Rapids are friendly. Beach camps. Westwater Overnighter (WA1) Whitewater Rafting Itinerary page The Colorado is a wild and natural river in Westwater Canyon. There are no dams to artificially influence river flow. Snow melt greatly impacts the level, speed and temperature of the water. These things make a big difference in the character of a Utah river rafting trip. Westwater Canyon keeps you tumbling through rapid after rapid in the narrow, rocky canyon. One night of camping and two days row raft on the river in one of the most beautiful canyons in the world make this the perfect adventure for those crunched for time. April to mid-May Mid-May to late June July to October Rapids III-IV Rapids III-IV Rapids III-IV Chilly water. Rapids are good. Still too cold for little ones, but 12+ can come! Everybody come! Westwater Full-Day (WAO) Whitewater Rafting Itinerary page The Colorado is a wild and natural river in Westwater Canyon. There are no dams to artificially influence river flow. Westwater Canyon is an enigma on the Colorado River. Regularly at the best at levels other than spring runoff. Westwater Canyon keeps you tumbling through rapid after rapid in the narrow, rocky canyon. One full day on the river in 12 of the most agitated, brawling rapids to be found in the West! And Tag-A-Long Expeditions is one of few to offer paddle boats. Details must be discussed with office staff. April to mid-May Mid-May to late June July to August September to October Rapids III-IV Rapids III-IV Rapids III-IV Rapids III-IV Chilly water. Rapids are good. Still too cold for little ones, but 12+ can come! Warm Waters Everybody come!   Cataract Canyon Full-Day (CAO) Whitewater Rafting Itinerary page The Colorado is a wild and natural river above Cataract Canyon. There are no dams to artificially influence river flow. Snow melt greatly impacts the level, speed and temperature of the water. These things make a big difference in the character of a white water rafting trip. Cataract Canyon can be the ultimate Utah white water rafting adventure or it can be a great family expedition depending on the time of year you choose. Pick the level of adventure that makes you happy. Motorized raft trip. 100 miles of remote Colorado River, world-class Utah white water rafting, 26 rapids, and a journey into the very heart of Canyonlands National Park, all in a single day! April to mid-May Mid-May to late June July & August Sept & October Rapids III-IV Rapids III-V Rapids III-IV Rapids III-IV Chilly water. Rapids are good. Whoa Nelly! Leave the kids at home! Warm waters, everybody come! Rapids are friendly. Beach camps. Green River (GK4) Majestic Canyons of the Green Family Fun River Rafting Itinerary page This great family expedition will accommodate children of all ages and people of all fitness levels. Folks can choose whether to paddle their own inflatable kayak, try paddling a raft as a family, or small children, and those who don’t want to paddle, can ride the mother raft with the Tag-A-Long guide. There are more rapids than any other Tag-A-Long expedition, but they are less powerful and intimidating than those on the Colorado River. This is one of the most tremendous rafting camping trips Utah. Fitness Level: Average. Able to play and paddle in the water, but you don’t have to swim. May to October Rapids II-IV Rapids are good for family fun and participation. Warm waters.       Green River (GK2) Majestic Canyons Quick Trip River Rafting Itinerary page This great family expedition will accommodate children of all ages and people of all fitness levels. This is a motorized version of our 5 day river trip. The perfect substitution for May and June Cataract Canyon three day trips, when Cataract Canyon water levels are less appropriate for families with youngsters. The Green River has more rapids than any other Tag-A-Long expedition, but they are less intimidating than those on the Colorado River. This is one of the most tremendous rafting camping trips Utah. Fitness Level: Average. Able to hoot and holler and hang on, but you don’t have to swim. May and June only Rapids II-IV Rapids are good for family fun and the most rapids in a short time. Chilly water. Canoe Green River (JC0) Self Guided Canoe Itinerary page This is a self guided trip and requires canoe and camping skills. When you think Moab Utah camping, don't rule out this possibility. The current is a help but paddling is required. Excellent guide maps available. The area of the expedition is remote. A true wilderness expedition for the free spirit, this canoe trip lets you chart your own path! Up to 120 miles of wilderness river. Do your own canoe trip and rendezvous with a guide raft trip to continue to see Cataract Canyon. Ask office staff for details. Backcountry – Flat water (no rapids) Knowledge of packing and camping Excellent hiking opportunities Fitness Level: Good to average. Hiking is available throughout the canyon. Warm waters. Colorado River Splash (DRO) (MR0) (AR0) Itinerary page Not ready to tackle the big waves of Cataract and Westwater, but still want to have a fun day on some rapids while you’re out West? Take this full day or half day trip river rafting Utah on the Colorado River near Moab. You will pass some of the most spectacular scenery in America and enjoy some good rides on smaller waves. Perfect for families or first-timers! April to Mid-May Mid-May through June July – October Rapids I-II Rapids I-III Rapids I-II Chilly water. Chilly water. Good rapids Everybody come—Warm water July & August   Colorado River Splash CAMP & RAFT (DR1) Itinerary page Your children are not too little for rafting camping trips Utah. Tag-A-Long has transformed this Colorado River Splash stretch of river rafting Utah on the Colorado River near Moab into a glorious opportunity to reconnect with loved ones. We do not concentrate on making miles but making smiles. Enjoy good rides on smaller waves. Perfect for families or first-timers! April to Mid-May Mid-May through June July – October Rapids I-II Rapids I-III Rapids I-II Chilly water. Chilly water. Good rapids Everybody come—Warm water July & August   Canyonlands Wilderness Cruise (HJO) Jet Boat Colorado River Itinerary page This trip is for anyone who wants to see the interior of Canyonlands National Park from the perspective of the Colorado River. This is a calm water trip. We travel 25 miles downriver from Moab. Few people get these river views. It is scenic, relaxing and a half day that gives memories for a lifetime. (Combine it with another half day tour to do it all!) Backcountry Very short walks Established trail Fitness Level: Average. If water levels permit, we’ll take a short hike to see some petrified wood. San Juan River Expedition (Group or custom) Itinerary page An unusual experience in some of the most remote country in this part of the country, the San Juan River promises solitude and lasting memories on one of America’s little-known rivers. Packed with archeological wonders, this river rafting Utah trip can be anywhere from one to seven days in length, so you can plan your level of adventure. It’s an active paddling trip with moderate whitewater, but not the powerful rapids of Cataract or Westwater. April to Mid-May Mid-May through June July – October Rapids I-II Rapids I-III Rapids I-II Chilly water. Chilly water. Good rapids Everybody come—Warm water July & August Land Safaris Needles Ancient Paths Expedition (ND2) Itinerary page The Needles region of Canyonlands National Park is one of the more remote, undiscovered areas of our country. Access is only gained through a spine tingling four wheel drive road (that some people prefer to walk). You spend three days and two nights camping in the rugged backcountry. This is a dark, primitive land at night and you are miles from anyone else but your companions and your guide. Optional hikes are part of this Moab Utah jeep tour, utilizing late model Fords. Remote area Exciting 4X4 roads Optional hikes from 1 to 5 miles Wilderness trails Fitness Level: Healthy, able to walk moderate up and down terrain. Walks are anywhere from a half mile to five miles. Half of the expedition is by 4X4 on rugged access roads. Half of the time is spent walking in the backcountry of Canyonlands National Park. Maze Wilderness Immersion (MD3) Itinerary page The Maze region of Canyonlands National Park is the among the most remote regions of wilderness left in America. On this expedition you are hours from civilization. You access the region through challenging four-wheel drive roads. There is unparalleled solitude and peace while you explore archeological sites. Some 4 wheel drive roads are perilous and packed with excitement. There are full days of hiking with significant descents and ascents, although your guide will help tailor the expedition to your tastes. Four days on foot or in four wheel drive vehicle and three nights camping in the very heart of the wild makes this expedition more difficult than some. Very remote area Moderate 4X4 roads Optional hikes from 3 to 7 miles Wilderness trails Fitness Level: Healthy, able to walk moderate up and down terrain. Walks are anywhere from a half mile to eight miles. Half of the expedition is by 4X4 on rugged access roads. Half of the time is spent walking in the backcountry of Canyonlands National Park. Needles Mini-Expedition (NDO) Itinerary page Anyone can go on this great backcountry trip to one of America’s last wilderness parks. The 4X4 roads are bumpy, but not treacherous. The hiking to see ancient ruins and rock art is easy. It can be a long day as the trip starts at 7:15. Mid summer temperatures can make it more challenging. This canyon is gated and locked so rock art and ruins are well preserved. Child backpack carrier available. Backcountry Moderate 4X4 roads Optional hikes from _ to 1 mile Wilderness trails Fitness Level: Average. Able to take short walks. Canyonlands Jetboat/CYN 4x4 -- (JET/HI0)A Tag-A-Long Exclusive Itinerary page Bring everybody on this scenic calm water expedition into Canyonlands National Park. This is an opportunity to see parts of the park you can only see by river and only with Tag-A-Long Expeditions. The scenery is amazing including ancient Native American ruins and writings. There’s even a few thrills as part of the trip takes us over some rugged 4X4 roads in the park. Toddlers welcomed. Backcountry Soft 4X4 roads Stops and very short walks to viewpoints Fitness Level: Average. We’ll take a short hike to see some petrified wood. If water levels permit, additional walk to Indian ruin. Colorado River Splash and Canyonlands 4X4 (HI0/HR0) Itinerary page Anyone can join Tag-A-Long Expeditions on this great one-day trip. Half the day is spent on some playful rapids on the Colorado River and half the day is spent in a 4X4 vehicle exploring Canyonlands National Park. The big thrills come when we drive the narrow switchbacks of Shafer trail. We hug the cliff on one side and look down a thousand feet or more on the other! Some of the best scenery in America is right here on this trip! Backcountry – Soft 4X4 roads Stops and very short walks to viewpoints Fitness Level: Average to below average. No hiking. April to Mid-May Mid-May through June July – October Rapids I-II Rapids I-III Rapids I-II Chilly water. Chilly water. Good rapids Everybody come—Warm water July & August Canyonlands National Park: Off the Beaten Path (HIO) Moab 4x4 Itinerary page Folks with very little time but any fitness level can join this expedition. In a half-day you can really get into the backcountry to see some of the scenery in Canyonlands National Park that few other people get to see. The 4x4 rigs are air conditioned and the ride is bumpy but not treacherous. The Shafer Trail packs the most punch as we drive its narrow switchbacks. On one side we hug the cliff; the other side drops a thousand feet or more! Backcountry – Soft 4X4 roads Stops and very short walks to viewpoints Fitness Level: Average to below average. No hiking. La Sal Mountain Ski Adventure (HUT) Itinerary page A winter secret is this cross country ski, winter camping expedition into the La Sal Mountains near Moab. The huts are remote. The skiing is moderate to difficult, but the scenery and solitude is absolutely worth it! Up to 5 - 8 miles of rolling terrain skiing can occur in one day. Fitness Level: Excellent to above average. Trails to huts do not require skins. Telemark ski and trekking skiing available from huts. White Rim Mountain Bike Shuttle (JBO) Self Guided Biking Itinerary page Moab and mountain biking go together. This expedition is fun and enjoyable because the terrain is level or down hill to the river. Experienced or moderately strong cyclists will love this trip around the White Rim Trail in Canyonlands National Park. This is one of those expeditions that people love to say they’ve done. It’s a badge of honor! The jet boat is a fast refreshing trip back. Backcountry jeep road biking. Heat will require you carry water. Jet boat back to Moab is refreshing. Fitness Level: Excellent to average. 20 miles of steady biking on uneven terrain. Summer heat can make it more challenging. For groups of 15 or more. Maze Wilderness Immersion/Cataract Canyon Express (MC4) Itinerary page This is one of those trips that does it all! Deep wilderness immersion in the most remote part of Canyonlands National Park and some of America’s premiere big whitewater! This trip is a long, slow journey through unforgettable country. There is some very rugged 4X4 access, lots of hiking, up to 8 miles a day, and big rapids, depending on the time of year. Very remote area Moderate 4X4 roads Optional hikes from 3 to 7 miles Wilderness trails Fitness Level: Healthy, able to walk moderate up and down terrain. Walks are anywhere from a half mile to five miles. Half of the expedition is by 4X4 on rugged access roads. Half of the time is spent walking in the backcountry of Canyonlands National Park. April to mid-May Mid-May to late June July & August Sept & October Rapids III-IV Rapids III-V Rapids III-IV Rapids III-IV Chilly water. Rapids are good. Whoa Nelly! Leave the kids at home! Everybody come—Warm water July & August Rapids are friendly. Beach camps.   Outlaws - Native Americans (GK4 + MD3) Itinerary page The Majestic Canyons of the Green River is lined by Uintah Reservation Lands. The history is rich with trapper tales and conflict with Native Americans. The beauty of these canyons is astounding and the many rapids enrich your voyage. We return for a night in town to continue our deep wilderness immersion in the most remote part of Canyonlands National Park and some of America’s premiere Native American rock art This trip is a long, slow journey through unforgettable country of the Robber's Roost territory where Butch Cassidy roamed. There is some very rugged 4X4 access, lots of hiking, up to 8 miles a day, and a wondrous jet boat ride up the Colorado River to conclude this amazing itinerary. Very remote area Moderate 4X4 roads Optional hikes from 3 to 7 miles Wilderness trails Fitness Level: Healthy, able to walk moderate up and down terrain. Walks are anywhere from a half mile to five miles. Half of the expedition is by 4X4 on rugged access roads. Half of the time is spent walking in the backcountry of Canyonlands National Park. May to October Rapids II-IV Rapids are good for all levels of ability and participation. Warm waters. Cataract Canyon Favorite/Needles Ancient Paths Expedition (CJ5) Itinerary page This expeditions combines two of our very best trips! Cataract Canyon is a trip through the remote wilderness of Canyonlands National Park where you can experience world class whitewater. The Ancient Paths portion of the trip takes you to another remote area of the park to explore ancient Native American ruins and rock art. This is a long, deep immersion into the park designed for the serious lover of solitude. The rapids on Cataract can be huge, depending on the time year. There is hiking though the guide can accommodate those who don’t want to hike long distances. Remote area Exciting 4X4 roads Optional hikes from 1 to 5 miles Wilderness trails Fitness Level: Healthy, able to walk moderate up and down terrain. Walks are anywhere from a half mile to five miles. Half of the expedition is by 4X4 on rugged access roads. Half of the time is spent walking in the backcountry of Canyonlands National Park. April to mid-May Mid-May to late June July & August Sept & October Rapids III-IV Rapids III-V Rapids III-IV Rapids III-IV Chilly water. Rapids are good. Whoa Nelly! Leave the kids at home! Everybody come! Rapids are friendly. Beach camps. Grand Staircase/Escalante/ San Rafael Swell Explorer With Capitol Reef National Park (WE4) Itinerary page This is an expedition for the true pioneer. This little explored wilderness area is extremely remote and is perfect for the person with a sense of adventure. Hiking through slot canyons, finding petroglyphs and wilderness camping make this trip a once in a lifetime opportunity! It’s 5 days in a remote, inaccessible area. Rugged 4X4 roads and some challenging hiking (but arrangements can be made if hiking isn’t your cup of tea) make it a diverse, enjoyable trip. Backcountry most of the time Hiking on wilderness trails (optional) 4X4 roads are moderate most of the time Fitness Level: Excellent to above average. Summer heat can make it more challenging. ARCHES National Park: Off the Beaten Path (HAO) Moab 4x4 Itinerary page Folks with very little time but any fitness level can join this expedition. In a half-day you can see some of the arroyos of Arches National Park that few other people get to see. The rigs are air conditioned and the ride is bumpy but not treacherous. This route is our shortest off road experience perfect for those who wish to sample four wheeling. And you see dinosaur evidence! Backcountry – Soft 4X4 roads Stops and walks in cool months Fitness Level: Average to below average. Optional hiking.   ARCHES National Park: Full day 4x4 (ARCH) Moab Hiking Itinerary page Arches off road by 4x4 serves up gazes upon the park's three major icons, Balanced Rock, Delicate Arch and Landscape Arch. Wear comfortable walking shoes to see Landscape Arch and if the weather is conducive, walk the Tower Arch path in the Klondike Bluffs, an outpost of Arches National Park. Backcountry – Soft 4X4 roads Stops and hiking to points of interest Fitness Level: Average. Able to take mile long  hikes.