Private Coyote Buttes South Tour
A remote landscape worth the journey
Explore one of the most extraordinary corners of the Vermilion Cliffs on a completely private Coyote Buttes South tour. Spend the day among colorful sandstone formations, sweeping desert views, intricate textures, and otherworldly landscapes—all at a pace shaped around your group.
- Starting at $499
- 7–8 hours
- Always private
- Travel by Jeep or off-road SUV
- Guest-secured permit required
Permit required before booking
Every guest must have a valid Coyote Buttes South permit for the date of the tour.
Guests are responsible for securing their permits before booking with Coral Cliffs Tours. Tour pricing does not include permits, and booking a tour does not guarantee access to Coyote Buttes South.
Once your permit is confirmed, contact our team to arrange your private tour for the same date.
Discover the other side of Coyote Buttes
Coyote Buttes South is known for its twisting sandstone formations, colorful fins, sweeping ridgelines, and remote desert setting. The landscape feels wild, quiet, and nearly untouched, offering a completely different experience from the more heavily traveled destinations in the region.
Reaching it requires long stretches of rugged backcountry road, making an experienced local guide and capable off-road vehicle an important part of the day.
Your exact route and exploration plan will depend on your permit, current access conditions, weather, and the interests and abilities of your group.
What to expect
Your private tour begins with pickup in the Kanab area before heading deep into the backcountry in a Jeep or off-road SUV.
After arriving at Coyote Buttes South, your guide will lead you through the landscape while sharing insight into the area’s geology, natural history, and unique formations. There will be plenty of time for hiking, photography, sightseeing, and simply taking in the scenery.
Because this is a private tour, the experience can be adjusted around your group’s pace and priorities.
Tour highlights
- A full-day private experience
- Travel by Jeep or off-road SUV
- Approximately 7–8 hours
- Remote backcountry scenery
- Colorful sandstone formations
- Guided hiking and exploration
- Flexible pacing for your group
- Excellent photography opportunities
- Knowledgeable local guide
A tour built around your group
There are no unrelated guests on this tour. Your vehicle, guide, and itinerary are reserved entirely for your party.
Want more time for photography? Prefer a slower hiking pace? Interested in geology, hidden details, or panoramic viewpoints? Let your guide know, and we will shape the experience around what matters most to you.
Private tours are especially well suited for:
- Families
- Couples
- Photographers
- Small groups
- Guests who prefer a flexible pace
- Visitors celebrating a special occasion
Hiking and access
Coyote Buttes South is a remote wilderness experience. Guests should expect hiking over sand, slickrock, and uneven natural terrain. There are no developed trails, paved walkways, or visitor facilities inside the permit area.
The amount and difficulty of hiking can be adjusted for your group, but everyone should be comfortable walking in a rugged desert environment.
Backcountry road conditions can change quickly due to weather. Safety always comes first, and your guide may adjust the day’s route when necessary.
Pricing
Private tours start at $499.
Final pricing may vary depending on:
- Group size
- Vehicle requirements
- Pickup arrangements
- Seasonal conditions
- Special timing or itinerary requests
Contact our team after securing your permit, and we will confirm availability and provide the final price for your group.
What’s included
- Private transportation in a capable off-road vehicle
- Experienced local guide
- Guided exploration of Coyote Buttes South
- Personalized pacing and itinerary
- Bottled water
What’s not included
- Coyote Buttes South permit
- Meals and personal snacks
- Guide gratuity
- Personal hiking equipment
What to bring
- Your valid Coyote Buttes South permit
- Government-issued photo identification
- Comfortable hiking shoes
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Sun protection
- Personal snacks or lunch
- Camera or phone
- Any personal medications you may need
Frequently asked questions
Is a permit required?
Yes. Every guest must be covered by a valid Coyote Buttes South permit for the tour date.
Does Coral Cliffs Tours provide the permit?
No. Guests must secure their permit before booking the tour. The tour price does not include a permit, and reserving a tour does not guarantee access to the permit area.
What happens after I receive my permit?
Contact Coral Cliffs Tours with your permitted date and group size. Our team will confirm tour availability and help arrange the details.
Is this a group tour?
No. This experience is always private. Only your party and your Coral Cliffs guide will be in the vehicle.
How long is the tour?
Plan for approximately 7–8 hours. Timing can vary depending on road conditions, weather, hiking pace, and the day’s route.
What kind of vehicle will we use?
Transportation is provided in a Jeep or capable off-road SUV selected for the route and group size.
How difficult is the hiking?
Hiking is generally moderate but takes place on sand, sandstone, and uneven terrain. Because the tour is private, your guide can adjust the pace and amount of hiking to suit your group.
What if we cannot secure a permit?
Ask our team about other private backcountry experiences, including White Pocket and custom Southern Utah and Northern Arizona tours.
Secure the permit. We’ll handle the backcountry.
Once your Coyote Buttes South permit is confirmed, Coral Cliffs Tours will help turn that opportunity into an unforgettable private day in the desert.
- Starting at $499
- 7–8 hours
- Always private
Permit required. Guests must secure their Coyote Buttes South permit before booking.