Explore the Wonders of Upper Antelope Canyon with a Navajo Guide
1 Hour 30 Minutes
All Ages
Experience the beauty, history, and cultural richness of Upper Antelope Canyon on a guided tour led by a local Navajo expert. This one-hour walking tour offers a deep dive into one of the most photographed and awe-inspiring slot canyons in the world.
What to Expect on Your Tour:
- Easy Access & Scenic Beauty: Upper Antelope Canyon is known for its flat, sandy floor and wide passages, making it accessible to most visitors. The canyon walls rise high above, creating a natural cathedral of sculpted sandstone.
- Iconic Photography Spots: Your guide will take you to the most famous photo locations, including light beams (seasonal), wave-like rock formations, and the narrow, winding corridors that have made the canyon a favorite among photographers and travelers alike.
- Cultural & Geological Insights: Learn how the canyon was formed over thousands of years through the forces of wind, water, and time. Your Navajo guide will also share stories and cultural perspectives passed down through generations, offering a deeper connection to this sacred land.
- A Natural Masterpiece: Highlights include the breathtaking petrified sand dunes—created when ancient desert sands solidified and were then carved by flash floods into the smooth, flowing shapes seen today.
Why Choose a Navajo-Guided Tour?
As the canyon lies within the Navajo Nation, all tours are conducted by authorized Navajo guides. This not only ensures respectful access to this protected site but also gives you the opportunity to experience it through the eyes of the people who have lived in harmony with this land for centuries.
What to Wear/Bring:
- Sunscreen
- Wear suitable walking/hiking shoes,
Closed-toed shoes are required - A water bottle
- Warm clothing for winter months, temperatures are cooler in canyons
Items Not Allowed
- Tripods, monopods, and selfie sticks
- No firearms allowed on tours
- No bags of any sort
- No pets
