Peekaboo Slot Canyon 4WD Tour from Kanab with Snacks

Summary

Red rock silence, 4WD tracks & the winding beauty of Peekaboo

You’ll ride out from Kanab in a 4WD with a local guide who knows every twist of sand and stone on this Peekaboo Slot Canyon tour. Walk where ancient footsteps are still visible in Moqui steps, taste snacks with red dust on your fingers, and feel what it’s like to pause inside glowing canyon walls. This is for anyone who wants more than just a photo stop.

What’s the experience like?

“You ever seen rocks like this?” our guide, Jake, asked as we bounced along the sandy track outside Kanab. I just shook my head — honestly, I’d never felt so far from city noise. The 4WD rattled over bumps and sagebrush, dust swirling in through the open windows. It smelled dry and warm, like sun-baked earth and juniper. Jake grew up here; he pointed out coyote tracks and told us how his grandma used to hike these canyons before there were even roads.

The slot canyon itself — Peekaboo — felt almost secret. We squeezed between orange walls that glowed when the sun hit just right. At one point I stopped to run my hand along the stone; it was cool and smooth, but gritty too, like holding history in your palm. Someone behind me laughed because I tried to pronounce “Moqui steps” (Li laughed harder when I butchered it). Jake explained how ancient people carved those steps into the rock — honestly, it made me feel tiny in the best way.

We weren’t rushed at all. There was time to take photos or just stand in silence and listen to wind echoing through narrow spaces. The snacks were simple but tasted great after clambering around — maybe everything tastes better with a little red dust on your hands? If you finish early, they’ll show you other spots nearby; we ended up at a lookout that wasn’t even on my map. Still think about that view sometimes when things get too loud back home.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — 4WD tour to Peekaboo Slot Canyon

• Meet local guide
• Drive 4WD to Peekaboo Slot Canyon
• Explore Peekaboo Slot Canyon
• See Anasazi Moqui Steps
• Visit other hidden gems

Top questions

How long is the Peekaboo Slot Canyon 4WD tour?

The tour lasts about 3 hours from start to finish.

Is transportation included from Kanab?

Yes, you’ll travel by 4WD vehicle with your guide starting in Kanab.

Are snacks provided during the tour?

Yes, snacks are included for all guests during the tour.

Is this slot canyon crowded like Antelope Canyon?

No, Peekaboo Slot Canyon is known for being less crowded than Antelope Canyon.

What else will we see besides Peekaboo Slot Canyon?

If time allows, your guide may show you additional local sites near Kanab.

Are service animals allowed on this tour?

Yes, service animals are permitted on the tour.

Is this suitable for all fitness levels?

The tour is suitable for most fitness levels but not recommended for those with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health.

Will we see Moqui steps during the tour?

Yes, seeing Anasazi Moqui Steps is part of the experience if conditions allow.

What’s included

Your day includes transport by 4WD vehicle from Kanab with a local guide who shares stories along the way, plus simple snacks to keep you going as you explore Peekaboo Slot Canyon and nearby sites if time allows before heading back.