Private Buckskin Gulch Tour

Overview

There are as many metaphors to describe what locals call 'down in the Buckskin' as there are people who have been there. I choose the word 'in' because you are literally inside the walls of the world's longest slot canyon.

According to the Bureau of Land Management ('BLM') website, Buckskin Gulch is 16 miles long (around 26 km) from the Buckskin Trailhead to the Paria Canyon and over 500 feet (around 150m) deep at its confluence with the Paria River. There are places in the Buckskin where you are able to touch both canyon walls at the same time.

Buckskin Gulch is a photographer's and hiker's Mecca. Every corner you turn is changing continuously; the cliffs are water-and-wind-sculpted patterns of colors, light and shadows. You may also marvel and puzzle at the meanings of the rock writings (petroglyphs) from the early Archaic period (some are as old as 9,000 years).

It was voted one the top 10 hikes in the world by National Geographic Adventure Magazine a few years back.

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Tue 24 Dec

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Starting at $389.62

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Tue 24 Dec

Starting at $389.62

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What's Included

Bottled water

Air-conditioned vehicle

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
Face masks required for guides and travelers in vehicles.

What To Expect

Buckskin Gulch

- Incredible day of hiking into the world's longest slot canyon - Enchanting subterranean tour in swirling sculpted sandstone - Awesome photography opportunities - Great alternative to The Wave or South Coyote Buttes if you are unlucky in the draw for a permit. You won't be disappointed!

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (40)

Heather_N

Apr 2021

Yermo was an incredibly helpful, knowledgeable guide who showed us fascinating archeological items and sights during the hike to the canyon, including fossilized dinosaur tracks and petroglyphs. For the climb down into - and up out of - the slot canyon, he provided the right type of firm, specific instruction for my group of inexperienced climbers. There were only a few other people around during our hike to the slot canyon, and we got to experience the canyon itself with no one else there. Words cannot do justice to the otherworldly splendor and beauty of the canyon. Although the climbing was sometimes strenuous, that added a feeling of personal accomplishment to the experience. I am recommending this tour to everyone I know planning to travel to the area.

brandit2016

Mar 2021

My 11 year old son and I loved our hike in the Buckskin Gulch with Yermo. We're avid outdoor folks with a lot of hiking experience and I initially wondered whether I really needed to hire a guide....I'm SO glad I did! First, there's no established trail to take you to the middle entrance point of the gulch (the most beautiful area)...but Yermo knows this area like the back of his hand and took us straight to it. Then to actually get into the gulch takes some semi-technical rock scrambling maneuvers with some significant exposure. I'm somewhat fearful of heights, but Yermo's expertise and clear communication made me feel very safe. He literally knows each and every foot and handhold on the rock face and with his guidance we both made it down pretty easily. And then the gulch itself!.....It is absolutely stunning! Picture can't do it justice. I felt like I had entered a special sacred world down there. It's really and experience like no other. As I said, we hike a lot, and this experience is absolutely one of my favorites and one I will never forget. Yermo knows endless information about the geology, flora, and fauna, and pointed out many interesting things we would have completely missed had we been on our own, including some beautiful rock art. I highly recommend this tour, and Yermo.

sandrasY625CF

Mar 2021

Fantastic day led by Jeff. This area offered great slot canyons with huge side walls, red and black rock, and fun walks in and out of the canyons. Then, we ended up on a side way of slick rock that had the yellow and pink and white stripes with views of snow capped mountains. Just fantastic. Jeff with very knowledgeable and helpful and friendly. Could not have asked for a better experience. Thanks Jeff!