Kanab Peekaboo Slot Canyon Tour: A Candid Review

So, you are thinking of checking out the Kanab Peekaboo Slot Canyon and its Great Chamber, are you? That’s awesome! If you are anything like me, you might be trying to gather every single piece of info prior to heading out. The pictures that you see? Honestly, they just don’t completely prepare someone for just how captivating these spots can be. But I’ll try my best to lay out what you might expect and some advice that I picked up so that you get a bit more out of it. Basically, this is all you will want to read prior to your trip.

⭐ Read the full article and travel breakdown here

What to Expect From Your Guided Hike

Okay, first up, you will more than likely go with a guide, specifically because the roads heading toward Peekaboo can get very tough, so you might feel you are a bit safer traveling with someone that knows the area really well. That means getting ready for possibly the bumpiest drive of your life – seriously, that is not even a little bit of an understatement. Just thinking about the potholes and the sandy patches… oh, my! I would suggest you kind of see it all as part of the experience. Plus, the guides are often pretty fantastic, giving you pieces of the history and cool facts relating to the landscape. Very cool, right?

At the canyon’s opening, you will feel it gets quite narrow very quickly. Honestly, sometimes you will be squeezing between the walls! Yet, trust me that it adds to the thrill of it all. And too it’s not strenuous at all either. Think walking mostly on fairly level ground. Keep your eyes open too though; the light reflecting off the canyon walls truly does create some gorgeous effects. Bring your camera, please!

The Great Chamber: An Amazing Highlight

Next up, the Great Chamber! So, the slot canyon’s walls lead into this amazing wide-open space. Think natural light coming through an opening way up above, and a super fine layer of sand everywhere. In a way, it has almost this cathedral vibe, truly majestic. If you like photography, oh my goodness, you will really have a blast there! Is that the main highlight? Perhaps, it’s really memorable!

And, you may find lots of footprints in the sand there from folks ahead of you, it’s pretty unavoidable to completely preserve it all. That is still no match for when you glance up and fully absorb just how massive that chamber is. Honestly, I’m struggling to think of something just as visually breathtaking. I suggest you plan to take lots of pics and just savor it a bit!

Preparing for Your Trip: What to Bring

What should someone pack then? Good query! First, since you’re in the desert, take water; I actually mean loads of it. Then, wear shoes good for hiking – because trust me when I say you will be walking on some sand. Oh, and I do have a little tip, so, just wear shoes you won’t cry over when they get filled with that sand. Sunscreen is truly critical, alright? Because those sunbeams are quite intense. Bring a camera, too, and, in a way, maybe even a small backpack to store all your things, to be completely hands-free for all the squeezes. And too it’s almost smart to wear layers, so that you are ready for the changes in temp within the canyon. It really helps.

Things I Wish I Knew Prior

Alright, so here is something I wished I would’ve actually clued into beforehand: sand will be EVERYWHERE. And I truly mean that, so you might not want to bring any sort of fancy camera gear if you might be stressed with it collecting some dust. And in some respects, it’s likely to get in every single nook, every single cranny! Oh, and too it’s smart if you kept any electronics in sealed bags if possible. But yeah, so embrace it!

📣 See updated recommendations and trip insights here

Another tip: going during the morning time actually helps, mainly, since the light turns out incredible as it filters through the slot canyon. Basically, that provides better picture opportunities, but more so the heat won’t be killer hot yet. Also, find tour companies which limit the number of people. I did actually go on one tour that had quite a lot of people; I’m talking what felt like an entire busload! As a result, it lost some of the magic.

Safety Considerations

And next up, let’s talk safety just for a second. If rain is somewhere within the forecast, rethink going or listen directly to your guide. Seriously, slot canyons can get very hazardous quickly during floods. Because water can funnel down through there in such short periods! Additionally, listen to what your guide mentions, watch your step while you go, and please be certain somebody knows where you might be headed. That always offers that safety net should things unexpectedly shift.

So, cell service, don’t rely upon it! In that canyon, there are very, very likely no bars available at all. It is smart to arrange a meetup location after the tour. Oh, and take notice of the indicators your body might give you. Should you actually get too hot or begin feeling lightheaded, tell your guide quickly. A bit of early attention can go very far when you might be hours from solid medical support.

Is the Tour Worth It? My Personal Thoughts

Okay, bottom line: yes, I believe doing a guided tour is entirely worth the cash. Honestly, I could have tried going alone, I imagine, but so, it would’ve had so many challenges associated. From stressing over the insane roads, so, just to getting possibly turned around in the desert. Paying that cash provides someone piece of mind, not even mentioning knowledge from the guides – that, as a matter of fact, adds a ton.

As I was saying, the beauty you find within Peekaboo Slot Canyon coupled with the grand scale the Great Chamber makes for some special stuff. And I really think that basically anybody with any passion for nature or photography can truly dig it there. Is that an adventure you may have fond thoughts on for quite some time? I certainly think so!