Hanksville: Purple Mountain Photography Tour
Join us on a remarkable journey to the Mars Research Facility and Blue Bentonite Hills. Witness the futuristic allure of the facility against the desert backdrop and capture its essence. Then, immerse yourself in the surreal beauty of the Blue Bentonite Hills, photographing the azure slopes. As the sun sets, we return, leaving you with treasured memories of adventure and wonder. Book now for an unforgettable experience.
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What's included in Hanksville: Purple Mountain Photography Tour
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Capitol Reef National Park
Our guide will pick you up from your hotel or AirBnB, and together, we'll dive into the 200 million years of geological history encapsulated in the layers of Capitol Reef National Park.
When you join our experience, you'll embark on an unforgettable journey. While en route to the stunning Blue Bentonite Hills, we'll make a stop at the Mars Research Facility. Although visitors won't directly enter the facility, they'll have the chance to observe it from outside. You'll marvel at the futuristic architecture and learn about the groundbreaking research being conducted within. While pausing at this iconic landmark, you can capture some incredible photos and absorb the atmosphere of innovation and exploration. Then, we'll continue our adventure towards the magnificent Blue Bentonite Hills, where even more awe-inspiring sights await you.
Capitol Reef National Park
After we finish our photography experience at the Mars Research Station in Bentonite Hills, we'll drive back to our starting point, passing through Capitol Reef along the way.
Inclusions
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- drone video
- drone
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 5 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Our complimentary pick-up includes Teasdale, Torrey, Cainville, and Hanksville only. Please, make sure you get in touch with us at least 4 days prior the day of your tour to iron down every pick up details.
Meeting / End Points
- Park at the hotel's parking lot and wait for one of our SUVs with letters MERIDIAN on it to pick you up. Note that in Cainville (including Cathedral Valley Inn hotel) phones don't work.
