Antelope Canyon Navajo Tours — Attraction in Page City Limits

You must have a reservation to tour this place, best to do it many months in advance. It's very unlikely to get walk-in slot as people don't usually cancel if the weather is good. As you can see on the website and the map in the picture, the actual canyon has its own entrance, with parking and waiting zone, but you still have to access the canyon via one of the few authorized companies. Every company have their own business location/waiting zone/parking and entry time slot. The best time slots (noon) gets reserved very early on! All of their prices are about the same. There's a difference between UPPER (expensive) & LOWER (cheap) canyons. You get what you pay for, enough said.

Different company will have different rides. Some have modified trucks, some have modified bus (Adventurous). They can all do some off road driving, and tour guide/driver will intentionally go thru bumpy dry mud to give you a thrill ride. Every time slot will allow a company to drive in a lot of tourists, and they will feed tourists thru the canyon like cattles. Each tour guide take a small group in, and explain to them each little things in the canyon, like light beam picture and other trivia facts. If you stick to the guide, you'll get a short trip. If you lag behind, you take more of your own photo, but miss what the tour guide say/do.

The canyon is deep but has flat ground, most people, fat or old, can traverse it. But at the end, tourists will need to go uphill and come back around, down the red catwalk. If you cannot do that, due to disability or any other traversal difficulty, they'll ask you to walk back the same way and wait in the truck/bus. No refund. There's not much to see outside the canyon anyway.

Slot canyon is dangerous when there's rain, a great area of rainwater may all pool into the canyon, so the tour can cancel where there's rain in the area or upstream. Try to go during good weather or dry season, to minimize cancelations.

You can bring a DSLR, but honestly, an iPhone will do just fine. For some reason, iPhone picks up the exposure and color filter automatically easily, and give you that signature red canyon look, even in low light, the HDR still shows up great. Whereas Android may require some manual filter or post processing, and its HDR is not as powerful.

Wether or not it's worth it is up to you. There are a lot of slot canyon in the region, some require less money, some free. Many contain a portion that will give you the red canyon look you want. But I believe this canyon is the biggest, longest, tallest, easiest to traverse/find, and prettiest of them all.

Also keep in mind that Navajo Nation observes Daylight Saving Time, so will have different time with the rest of the Utah/Arizona sometimes. If you're not sure, come an hour early! Don't lose months of reservation just to save 1 hour.

I take off a star because it's really expensive, and the trip is very crowded, and time-limited. Though the Indian nations only have a few reliable income sources and this is one of them... so I'm kind of conflicted about taking...

Ripped off, rushed, disappointing - a canyon experience that wasn't one.

Terrifyingly bad experience for anyone who really wants to experience the canyon! Especially a warning to photographers and nature lovers who want to enjoy this natural wonder with their own eyes - and not just through the screen of their smartphone.

What do you get for 90 dollars per person? First of all, children, even newborns, pay the full price - there are no discounts for anyone!

Parking and introduction: At least parking is free, and we were given a brief introduction. However, the 'restrooms' are poorly maintained pump toilets - not exactly what you'd expect at this price.

Restrictions: Photographers are not allowed to take backpacks and even camera bags are prohibited. A second lens? No chance! But there's no time to change lenses anyway.

The journey: On the back of a pickup truck - accompanied by an unbearable diesel smell that gives you a headache. Most of us held something in front of our noses to endure it.

In the canyon: And this is where the real madness begins. We were rushed through the canyon like in an assembly line. A group in front of us, a group behind us - the atmosphere was like a push-and-pull system. Nothing about the history or special features of the canyon, just instructions on how to take the best possible smartphone photos. It seems as if all that matters is that the visitors take social media-ready pictures and the company gains even more marketing reach as a result. To stop? Impossible. As soon as you linger a little longer, you are immediately whistled away. Obviously the motto is: as many visitors as possible in as short a time as possible.

A disappointment for photographers and connoisseurs: creativity and enjoyment? Not a chance. There used to be separate tours for photographers, but these have obviously been abolished for commercial reasons - too long, less profit per minute. In the end, visitors may have great photos on their cell phones - but they have experienced nothing. For those for whom this is enough and who are prepared to pay 90 dollars for it, the tour may be suitable. But I personally would never support this kind of exploitation again. By comparison, for $30-35 per vehicle (!) you can go to any of the stunning national parks for a full seven days (!) - and get a real experience...

Our experience with Antelope Canyon Navajo Tours was nothing short of amazing. This company provided us with an excellent tour of the Upper Antelope Canyon at a reasonable price.

From the moment we arrived, it was clear that this company prioritizes customer satisfaction. The staff was friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable, ensuring that we felt comfortable and well-informed throughout the tour.

One aspect that stood out was the company's website, which recommended the best time to visit for an optimal experience. Following their advice, we were able to witness the breathtaking beauty of the canyon as the sun's rays lit up the intricate sandstone formations from the perfect angle. It truly enhanced the visual spectacle and added a magical touch to our tour.

Not only was the tour itself fantastic, but the price offered by Antelope Canyon Navajo Tours was also very competitive. Compared to other companies in the area, they provided a more affordable option without compromising on the quality of the experience. It was a pleasant surprise to find such great value for our money.

Throughout the tour, our guide shared fascinating information about the history, geology, and cultural significance of the canyon. Their passion and expertise added depth to the experience, allowing us to appreciate the canyon's beauty on a deeper level.

The company's professionalism and commitment to providing a memorable tour were evident in every aspect. The tour was well-organized, and safety precautions were taken seriously. The guides ensured that everyone in the group had ample opportunities to capture stunning photographs and fully immerse themselves in the natural wonder of the Upper Antelope Canyon.

We highly recommend Antelope Canyon Navajo Tours for anyone seeking an unforgettable experience at the Upper Antelope Canyon. With their excellent service, knowledgeable guides, and reasonable prices, they provide a top-notch tour that is sure to leave you in awe of the majestic beauty of this...