Peekaboo Slot Canyon: Private Sunset Sandboarding & UTV Tour

Summary

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You’ll ride with a local guide by UTV to Peekaboo Slot Canyon, wander through its quiet curves, then play on sunlit sand dunes at sunset—with sandboarding if you’re up for it. This private tour includes bottled water and all driving handled for you. Expect laughter, dusty shoes, and a few moments you’ll want to keep long after you leave.

What’s the experience like?

I didn’t really know what to expect from a “private sunset sandboarding tour” near Zion, but honestly, the idea of getting sandy and seeing Peekaboo Slot Canyon up close just sounded right. Our guide, Jake, met us in that way Utah locals do—laid-back but somehow totally on top of things. He handed out bottled water before we even asked (it was dry, but not as hot as I’d feared), then loaded us into the UTV. The engine had this low hum as we bumped along—the kind of sound that makes you forget your phone for a while.

The drive itself was half the fun. Dust in the air, sun starting to slide down behind those red cliffs, and Jake pointing out these weird little plants I’d never noticed before. At one point he stopped so we could walk through Peekaboo Slot Canyon—honestly, it’s narrower than I thought. The walls felt cool to the touch and there was this strange silence inside except for our shoes scraping on sand. My kid tried to echo his name and it actually worked (sort of). It’s only about 30 minutes from Zion but feels like another planet.

After that, we hit the sand dunes just as everything turned gold. Sandboarding is harder than it looks—my first try was basically just me sitting down halfway and laughing so hard I got grit in my teeth. Jake showed us how to lean back (“not too far!”) and even my partner gave it a go. Watching the sun dip behind the hills while everyone took turns sliding down was… well, I still think about that view sometimes when I’m stuck in traffic. We weren’t rushed at all; it felt like we had all the time in the world out there.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Peekaboo Canyon and Sandboarding Adventure

• Meet guide for private tour
• Drive to Peekaboo slot canyon
• Explore Peekaboo slot canyon
• Drive to nearby sand dunes
• Enjoy sandboarding on dunes
• Watch sunset near Zion National Park

Top questions

How far is Peekaboo Slot Canyon from Zion?

It’s within 30 minutes’ drive from Zion.

Is this tour private or shared with other groups?

This is a private tour; groups aren’t usually combined unless it’s just 2–3 people.

Can guests drive the UTVs themselves?

No, only guides do the driving on this experience.

Is sandboarding included in the tour?

Yes, sandboarding on the dunes is one of the activities offered during sunset.

Are children allowed on this tour?

Yes, kids are welcome and often enjoy sandboarding especially.

What’s included in the price?

Bottled water is included; all transport is handled by guides.

Is hotel pickup included?

No mention of hotel pickup; guests meet at the starting point.

Are there health restrictions?

The tour isn’t recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnancy, or poor cardiovascular health.

What’s included

Your day includes all UTV transport driven by your local guide (no guest driving needed) plus bottled water along the way—so you can focus on exploring Peekaboo Slot Canyon and trying out sunset sandboarding without worrying about logistics or supplies.