Utah
Zion National Park Tour

Duration
8-12 hrs
Audio Points
80
Tour Stops
26

About The Tour

Zion National Park’s beauty draws in visitors from all over the world. Its breathtaking mesas, mountains, cliffs, and canyons are truly a sight to behold. With Shaka Guide, we’ll take you on an epic adventure from La Verkin up through the famous Zion Canyon and East Zion with optional side ...

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Zion National Park’s beauty draws in visitors from all over the world. Its breathtaking mesas, mountains, cliffs, and canyons are truly a sight to behold. With Shaka Guide, we’ll take you on an epic adventure from La Verkin up through the famous Zion Canyon and East Zion with optional side trips to Kolob Canyons and Kolob Terrace. Along the way, we’ll stop at inspiring overlooks, abandoned ghost towns, slot canyons, ancient pictographs, hikes, and more!

PLEASE NOTE: Between March and December there is a MANDATORY shuttle service in the Zion Canyon region of the park. The tour works on the shuttle - just pack headphones! Learn more below.

Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!

• Walk through the most visited ghost town in the west - Grafton Ghost Town
• Hike Emerald Pools and Angel’s Landing
• Take a picturesque ride along Zion’s Scenic Drive
• Discover unique geologic wonders like Checkerboard Mesa and Great Arch
• Drive through Mt. Carmel Tunnel to East Zion
• Visit Kolob Canyons and Kolob Terrace too!

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO:

Recommended Start Time: Before 8:00 a.m.
Tour Starting Point(s): Hurricane or Kanarraville for westbound travelers or Mt. Carmel Junction for eastbound travelers
Time to complete: Approximately 1-2 days
*You’ll need a permit to hike Angel’s Landing - check out our tour FAQ’s below for more information.*

ZION NATIONAL PARK SHUTTLE SERVICE
Between March and December, personal vehicles are not authorized in the Zion Canyon region of Zion National Park (they are allowed in East Zion, Kolob Canyons, and Kolob Terrace). During this time visitors must use the free shuttle service to this area. If you’re taking the Shaka Guide tour - which visits Zion Canyon - the audio will still work in the shuttle! Just put on your headphones and listen to the stories along the way.

You can find more information about Zion Canyon’s shuttle in our tour FAQ’s below!

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Sample Tour Audio

Zion History
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The Geologic Story Of Zion
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Flying Bighorn Sheep
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Tour Stops

Timber Creek Overlook
La Verkin Overlook
Lava Point Overlook
Court of The Patriarchs
The Great Arch
East Ranger Station
Zion Canyon Visitor Center
Kolob Canyons Visitor Center
Grafton Ghost Town
Zion Human History Museum
LaVerkin Creek Trail
Timber Creek Overlook Trail
Pa'rus Trail
Weeping Rock Trail
Angel's Landing (via West Rim)
The Narrows (via Riverside Walk)
Canyon Overlook Trail
Zion Lodge and Red Rock Grill
Great White Throne
The Temple of Sinawava
Checkerboard Mesa
Kolob Canyons Visitor Center
The Subway
Grafton Cemetery
Pa'Rus Trail

Tour Route


Customer Reviews

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It was like having a friend guide the way.

I am so glad I purchased this guide to Zion National Park. The GPS was able to pinpoint where we were. Music played along when there was no narrative. We paused it when we stopped at an overlook. The Zion parking had just filled up when we pulled in but luckily we were able to drive Rt. 9 through the park and take the Mt. Carmel tunnel. The narrator kept the drive interesting and fun. Later on in the day when a parking spot opened up we used it on the shuttle. I highly recommend this!

DDDDDDFDDDDZ | 5 months ago | iOS

The Utah guides are awesome and a great value!

We paid more for some of the books we aren’t using during our travels around Utah than we did for this “guided” tour of several of the parks here. It’s amazing. We love the way it works with gps to give us the right recording in the right place. My kids were rapt in attention to the stories and we all appreciated having a guide right there to tell us what we were looking at. So far we have used Arches and Bryce and we look forward to trying out Zion as well. We were really bummed that we didn’t download Capitol Reef before we went through that area. Sad for us. One request: while the music is surprisingly(!!) good, we would still prefer to play a podcast or listen to our choice of music during the in-between times. It would be great if we could pick a podcast or recording or channel or something.

Boing5467896334 | 2 years ago | iOS

Shaka Guide doesn’t miss

Was really excited to try Shaka Guide in Zion National Park after having used this on Oahu a while back. They nailed it. The historical and geographical teachings were very interesting and informative, and the narration is a lot of fun for folks of all ages. While the tours are live, the app’s GPS tracks your progress incredibly accurately (down to the turn, fork, stop, etc in the road) to queue up and deliver more fun and interesting content. Recommend spending a little time familiarizing yourself with the app and how the tours work (especially as it relates to the map of wherever you are) before hitting the road. Shaka Guide’s UI is fantastic. No ads. No bugs. Well done to the team. What a blast this is!

dannnnnnnnno | 2 years ago | iOS

What to do in Zion National Park?

Zion National Park offers a variety of outdoor activities amidst stunning natural beauty. Including hiking, canyoneering, rock climbing, birdwatching, and stargazing - just to name a few. Visit popular trails like Angel's Landing, The Narrows, and...

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What city is Zion National Park in?

Zion National Park is located in Springdale, a charming town in southwestern Utah. Springdale serves as the gateway to the park and offers accommodations, dining, and shopping options for visitors.

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When to visit Zion National Park?

The best time to visit Zion National Park depends on your preferences. Spring (March to May) and fall (September to November) offer pleasant weather and fewer crowds, making them ideal for hiking and exploring. Summer (June to August) can be hot, ...

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What is an Audio Tour Guide?

Think of us as your personal tour guide in an app. Our tours provide everything a guided tour does, but with the freedom to explore on your terms. Here's how it works:

  • GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk.
  • Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
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Tour FAQs

Where does the Zion National Park Tour go?
This tour has 28 stops. Check out the itinerary here for a complete list of stops and if you’re looking for more information to help plan your trip, here’s what you need to know before you go! *This tour has optional side trips to Kolob Canyons and Kolob Terrace - you can find those in the itinerary as well.* 
What should I pack for the Zion National Park Tour?
Headphones (especially during shuttle season) Water Hiking shoes Walking sticks Water shoes Sunscreen Snacks Car charger *VERY IMPORTANT* Phone mount 
What should I budget for the Zion National Park tour?
$10 per person: Snacks$20.00 per person: Lunch$35.00 per vehicle: Zion Weekly Park Pass$30.00 per person: Zion Adventure Rentals Footwear Package
What are the park hours in the Zion National Park tour?
The park is open 24 hours a day, but the visitor center, shuttle and other services have varying hours of operation.Learn more here: https://www.nps.gov/zion/planyourvisit/basicinfo.htm
How do I hike Angel’s Landing in the Zion National Park tour?
You must get a permit to hike Angel’s Landing. Learn more here: https://www.nps.gov/zion/planyourvisit/angels-landing-hiking-permits.htm 
What do I need to know about the Zion Canyon shuttle service?
From March through November and again during the holidays, Zion Canyon implements a mandatory shuttle system. Visitors to Zion Canyon must embark on the Zion Shuttle in order to traverse Zion Scenic Drive. No personal vehicles are permitted during shuttle season. These shuttles are free to all visitors. To learn more about the shuttle system, visit the park’s website here: https://www.nps.gov/zion/planyourvisit/zion-canyon-shuttle-system.htm This shuttle is only required for Zion Canyon and not East Zion, Kolob Canyons and Kolob Terrace. If you are taking the tour, the audio will work on the shuttle! Just put on some headphones and listen to interesting stories as you go. 
Can I join the Zion National Park tour en route?
Yes! The tour is available from east to west or west to east. If you’re traveling east to west you’ll start the tour in Mt. Carmel Junction and for those traveling west to east the tour begins in either Hurricane or Kanarraville. When you go to start the tour select the starting point and direction that works best for you!
Other Questions about the Zion National Park Tour? Contact us!
Still have questions? Send us an email at aloha@shakaguide.com or give us a call at (808) 201-8138.

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