Visit Mars in a Utah Luxury Resort

The Wave: This may be one of the most protected and spiritually important locations in Utah. The Wave is an unbelievable rock formation that is protected for its spiritual significance to local tribes, as well as a strong desire to keep it as natural and undisturbed by human activity as possible. Permits are required to visit the Wave at BLM Permits. They are not guaranteed, and there are two ways of getting permits. Day permits are offered through an advanced lottery and permits are offered through a lottery two days before the hike but only to those who are geographically in the area through the Recreation app. Ten of each permit are granted per day, totaling 20 people, each providing a separate time slot depending on the group size.

Buckskin Gulch: Sixteen miles of slot canyon, it is one of the longest continuous slot canyons in the world with spectacular rock formations, photogenic contrasts and wow factor moments, like ladders suspended between the canyon walls 20 feet up into the air, left stuck there after flash floods.

White Pocket: If permits to the Wave are unsuccessful, White Pocket makes a great alternative. It has stunning white and red rock formations that swirl together to form amazing textures and patterns for an otherworldly hiking destination.

Lake Powell: Spend the day boating, jet skiing, and exploring the water in a landscape that should be on another planet. Paddle board through narrow red canyons, cliff jump, or take a jet ski to Antelope Canyon.

Horseshoe Bend: Test your fear of heights with one of the best views of the lake at Horseshoe Bend. This overlook is a must-do bucket list item.

The Great Chamber: This remarkable rock dome is accessible by 4x4, sandy dirt roads that standard vehicles could easily get stuck in are the only ways in or out. There are several tour options through Jeep or ATV tours.

Belly of the Dragon: This is an easy walk right off the highway to a drainage tunnel that goes underneath the road. There's a short walk on the other side that, during the wet season, has a small waterfall, but the tunnel is the focal point.

Zion's National Park: Explore the third most-visited national park in the country, with world-famous hiking trails through The Narrows, Emerald Pools and the Overlook trail. Angel's Landing is also available but by permit only.

North Grand Staircase Escalante: It is the farthest destination from the resort but worth a day trip to Hole in the Rock Road, just east of the town of Escalante, where adventurers can find The Devils Garden, Spooky Slot Canyon, Peek-A-Boo Slot Canyon, The Cosmic Ashtray, Zebra Slot Canyon and several others all along the same stretch of dirt road.

Amangiri Tours: The resort itself offers several desert tours, such as canyoneering, slot canyons, Dark Sky night tours, and glamping options to "tent" it out in style in the glorious red sand desert.

Day Trips:

Bryce Canyon National Park: Explore by driving along the ridge or take some time and hike down into the maze of Hoodoos.

Monument Valley National Monument:Visit this iconic and memorable valley with a drive through towering rock structures that will bring old westerns back to life.

Antelope Canyon:One of the most photographed slot canyons in the world and well worth a visit.

Bears Ears National Monument:Hike along trails used by ancient Native Americans and spot hidden ruins and structures left behind by people who lived in this area over a thousand years ago.

Natural Bridges National Park: Explore a hiking path through a beautiful canyon with rock bridges spanning the canyon above and below you.

Rocking V Cafe: Casually dining at a slower pace so guests can sit and enjoy that desert landscape.

Peek-A-Boo Wood Fire Kitchen: Fantastic menu cooked over a wood-burning stove.

Wild Thyme Cafe: Lighter and smaller portions for a great brunch option.

Iron Horse: BBQ joint that will increase that portion intake to keep hikers full and give them more energy to burn.

The Soda Fountain: A step into the days of Route 66 drives with this fun flashback, drinks, old-fashioned ice cream and classic burgers.

Amangiri Dining: The main restaurant at the resort provides breakfast, lunch and dinner options.

Camp Sarika: The pavilion near the desert oasis lodging provides a changing menu for breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea.

The Desert Lounge: An outdoor open-air setting out in the desert provides a luxury experience with old-world atmospheres.

The Chinle Site: Enjoy Native American musicians and storytellers at this unique dining experience after a short horseback ride to the site.