Sedona: Private Jeep Tour & Boynton Canyon Red Rocks

Summary

Red rocks up close, canyon trails and laughter on bumpy roads

You’ll feel Sedona’s red dust on your hands as you grip the Jeep rails, see Boynton Canyon’s wild shapes up close, and hear stories only locals tell. With a private guide leading the way through Dry Creek Canyon and beyond, this two-hour ride brings you right into Sedona’s heart — even if you leave with shoes full of red sand.

What’s the experience like?

Bouncing in the back of that bright pink Jeep (yeah, it really was pink), I kept grabbing the metal bar above my head — not because I was scared, but because every rut in Dry Creek Canyon felt like a surprise. Our guide, Mark, had this way of pointing out things you’d never notice: tiny yellow wildflowers poking through the red dirt, a twisted juniper that he said was older than Sedona itself. He stopped once just to let us listen — no cars, just wind and some bird I couldn’t name. That silence stuck with me longer than I expected.

I didn’t know what “Boynton Canyon” meant until we rounded a bend and there it was, all those weirdly stacked rocks glowing orange in the late sun. Mark told us which ones had names (Bear Mountain actually does look like a bear if you squint) and which ones people just made up. I tried to snap a photo but honestly, it never looks right on my phone — the colors are too big for a screen. My partner tried to say “Thunder Mountain” in his best cowboy voice; Mark laughed so hard he almost missed a turn.

The whole private jeep tour felt shorter than two hours somehow, maybe because we were busy trading stories with Mark about Sedona’s old miners and hearing why locals think these rocks have energy (I’m still not sure about that part). The air smelled dusty-sweet and I kept finding red grit on my shoes for days afterward. Oh — dogs are allowed too; there was one riding shotgun in another Jeep who looked happier than anyone else there.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Sedona Jeep Tour and Rock Viewing

• Check-in and meet guide
• Sign waiver
• Jeep through Dry Creek Canyon
• View Red Rocks panoramas
• See Sedona's famous rock formations

Top questions

How long is the Sedona private jeep tour?

The tour lasts approximately 2 hours.

Does the jeep tour include Boynton Canyon?

Yes, you’ll see famous rock formations around Boynton Canyon Trail.

Is pickup included for this Sedona jeep tour?

No hotel pickup is mentioned; guests check in at the departure point.

Are dogs allowed on the jeep tour?

Yes, dogs are always allowed on this tour.

Is this jeep tour suitable for kids?

Children must be at least three years old to join.

How many people fit in each jeep?

Jeeps hold up to 6 guests depending on height and weight.

Is lunch included in this Sedona day trip?

No meals are included; it’s just the narrated jeep tour experience.

What should I bring for the jeep ride?

Bring water, sun protection, and maybe a camera for photos of Sedona’s red rocks.

What’s included

Your day includes meeting your local guide at check-in, signing a quick waiver before hopping into your private Jeep for a fully narrated off-road adventure through Dry Creek Canyon and past Boynton Canyon’s famous rock formations — all with plenty of stories along the way.