Arches Guided Tour & Colorado River Sound & Light Show
Tour Arches National Park by road, then cruise the Colorado River for a sound and light show
Duration
6 hours
Ideal For
Up to 6 people
Includes
Arches tour, Dinner, Boat show
Highlights
Explore Arches National Park on a guided pavement and 4x4 road tour, then wind down with dinner and a Colorado River cruise featuring a sound and light show.
- Explore Arches highlights like Delicate Arch Viewpoint, Balanced Rock, and The Windows Section
- Ride Along paved and 4x4 road sections with guided commentary
- See Iconic formations including Marching Men, Tower Arch, and Eye of the Whale Arch
- Enjoy Cowboy Style Dutch Oven Dinner by the Colorado River
- Cruise Upriver aboard the Moab Queen II for the sound and light show
Things to know
Not good for people with impaired mobility. Flash photography and illuminated electronics are prohibited during the light show.
Cancellation Policy
Must cancel 48 hours prior to trip departure to receive a refund less a $25 booking fee. Cancellations within 48 hours are non-refundable. Refund in case of operator cancellation due to weather, mechanical failure, insufficient reservations, or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows will be charged the full price.
FAQs
Arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time.
You start with a 3-hour Arches tour, take a 30-minute break, then check in for the dinner portion of the Sound and Light Show. The boat tour starts 1 hour after dinner and returns about 2 hours later.
Bring a light jacket and comfortable clothing, and dress for the weather (layers when it’s cooler; hat, sunglasses, shorts, and sunscreen in summer). Bring comfortable walking shoes and a refillable water bottle.
Meeting details
Canyonlands By Night
More about the Eye of the Whale Arch
The Eye of the Whale Arch sits tucked away in the quieter corners of Arches National Park, a sandstone formation whose curved opening genuinely resembles the soulful eye of a great whale gazing out across the desert. While crowds gather at the more famous Delicate Arch and Landscape Arch, the Eye of the Whale Arch rewards those willing to venture a little further along the pavement and short approach trails that connect the park's accessible highlights. Its location in the Herdina Park area places it among red rock fins and weathered hoodoos, giving you a sense of the geological storytelling that makes this corner of Utah so unforgettable.
On this combo tour, the Eye of the Whale Arch becomes one of the memorable stops as you travel the paved scenic drive that threads through the park, pausing at viewpoints where guides explain the slow choreography of erosion, salt domes, and time that shaped these formations. You will feel the warm sandstone under your fingertips, catch the resinous scent of juniper drifting on the breeze, and hear the desert quiet that settles between gusts of wind. As the day softens into evening, the rocks around the Eye of the Whale Arch glow in shades of copper and rust, setting the mood for the sound and light show that follows, where projections and narration bring the park's ancient history vividly to life.
This experience suits families looking for an easy yet awe-filled outing, couples chasing a romantic desert sunset, and photographers hunting for that perfect frame where the Eye of the Whale Arch catches the last warm light of day. History lovers will appreciate the layered stories of Ancestral Puebloan presence and pioneer exploration, while first-time visitors get a comfortable, well-paced introduction to Arches without strenuous hiking. Come ready to slow down, look closely, and let the Eye of the Whale Arch and its surrounding wonders leave a lasting imprint on your Utah memories.
