Peek-A-Boo Slot Canyon: Private UTV Tour & Sandboarding

Summary

Private UTV ride through sand dunes to Peek-A-Boo Canyon with guided hike

You’ll ride in a private UTV with your guide from Kanab across sandy trails to Peek-A-Boo Slot Canyon, pausing for optional sandboarding or just to take in those wild Utah colors. Walk through narrow rock corridors at your own pace — there’s no pressure here, just space to breathe and maybe laugh at yourself once or twice.

What’s the experience like?

We buckled in as the UTV rumbled to life, kicking up little clouds of red dust before we even left the parking lot outside Kanab. Our guide, Mark, grinned back at us — “Ready?” — and suddenly we were bouncing over sandy trails, the kind that make your teeth chatter if you talk too much. The air smelled like sun-baked sagebrush and something sweet I couldn’t quite place. My nephew kept pointing out lizards darting across the path, but honestly, I was just trying not to lose my hat.

The drive out to Peek-A-Boo slot canyon was half the fun — all dips and turns, with these wild orange dunes rolling out on both sides. Mark told us stories about old cattle drives and how this route used to be impassable after rain. I tried sandboarding (badly), wiping out almost immediately while my niece filmed it for proof. The sand stuck everywhere — in my shoes, under my shirt — but it made us laugh harder than I expected. There’s something about being out there with just your own group that makes you loosen up.

When we reached the canyon entrance, it got quiet except for our footsteps crunching on grit. The walls closed in cool and close, striped pink and gold in the late morning light. There’s a short ladder inside (not as scary as I thought), and Mark waited patiently while my mom took her time climbing down. It’s not a hard hike — more like wandering through a stone maze where every turn looks like a painting. At one point I just stopped talking because it felt wrong to fill up that silence. We lingered longer than planned; nobody rushed us.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Private guided UTV tour to canyon

• Meet guide for tour briefing
• Ride UTV over sandy trails
• Enjoy sand dunes and scenery
• Arrive at Peek-A-Boo slot canyon
• Hike through slot canyon
• Use short ladder in canyon
• Optional sandboarding activity
• Return from canyon by UTV

Top questions

Is guest driving allowed on the Peek-A-Boo Slot Canyon tour?

No, only guides drive the UTVs on this tour; guests are not permitted to drive.

Is sandboarding included on this private tour?

Yes, sandboarding is offered free of charge for anyone who wants to try it during the tour.

How difficult is the hike through Peek-A-Boo Slot Canyon?

The hike is not difficult; there is a short ladder but it's suitable for most fitness levels.

Are children allowed on this tour?

Yes, children can join and may especially enjoy activities like sandboarding.

What is included in the price of this slot canyon tour?

Bottled water is included; all driving is handled by your guide.

How many people are usually in each group?

This is a private tour; groups are not combined unless it’s only 1-4 people booking separately.

Where does the tour start?

The tour departs from Kanab, Utah.

Is this a good alternative to busy national park hikes?

Yes, Peek-A-Boo Slot Canyon tends to be less crowded than popular national park spots nearby.

What’s included

Your day includes pickup in Kanab by your guide, all UTV transport over sandy trails (no guest driving required), bottled water throughout the trip, plus optional sandboarding before exploring Peek-A-Boo Slot Canyon together at your own pace before heading back.