Antelope Canyon — Attraction in Page City Limits

Antelope Canyon's has charm lies in its narrow, sculpted sandstone walls, delicately carved by centuries of wind and water. As beams of sunlight filtered through the narrow cracks above, the canyon came alive with a mesmerizing display of light and shadow, painting the walls with vibrant hues of red, orange, and purple. It felt like stepping into a painting or entering a dream.

The guided tour through Antelope Canyon was informative and well-organized. Our knowledgeable guide shared fascinating insights into the canyon's formation, history, and the Navajo people who consider it sacred. They skillfully navigated us through the narrow passageways, pointing out unique rock formations like the famous "The Lady in the Wind" and "The Candlestick." Their passion for the canyon and its preservation was evident, making the experience all the more meaningful.

Photography enthusiasts will find Antelope Canyon a true paradise. Every corner turned offered a new composition, a new play of light and shadow, and an opportunity to capture truly stunning images. The interplay of light beams with the graceful curves of the walls created a surreal atmosphere, making it an ideal setting for photographers to unleash their creativity.

It's important to note that visiting Antelope Canyon requires a guided tour, ensuring the preservation of this delicate environment. The guided tour not only guarantees safety but also allows for a deeper understanding of the canyon's significance and its fragile nature. It's a small price to pay to preserve the beauty for future generations.

I must mention that the popularity of Antelope Canyon means that it can get crowded at times. However, the guides did an excellent job of managing the flow of visitors, ensuring that everyone had their chance to enjoy and capture the beauty of this natural...

A true natural wonder.

It is 20-25 mins drive from Page, AZ. And the only way to visit this is by the tour. It is protected by tribes (Navajo) and diff group of Navajo people operates tours. Book your tour in advance. I went there in Feb and it was a bit chilly weather. Drive to spot was covered in snow and our vehicle was kinda slipping. Tour operator said, wear layers cause it gonna be 15 degrees less here. She was right. It was very cold inside the rocks.

Upper and Lower Antelope Canyons, just outside Page, Arizona, are the most visited of many narrow slot canyons carved into hard American Southwest sandstone by years of drought/flood cycles. Upper Antelope Canyon is more popular for two reasons. First, its entrance and entire length are at ground level, requiring no climbing. Second, beams or shafts of direct sunlight radiating down from openings at the top of the canyon are much more common in Upper than in Lower. I think Lower Antelope’s quieter environment is more conducive to creative photography. But it’s Upper Antelope Canyon, with its laser-like beams of sunlight that seem shot from heaven, that draws the crowds—hundreds and hundreds of tourists and photographers each day, jammed tightly into this twisting, narrow 1/8 mile corridor.

Due to flowing water, the soft red rock has eroded over millions of years to form narrow and deep canyons. In English, Upper Antelope Canyon is called “The Crack” but the Navajo know it as Tsé bighánílíní or “the place where water runs through rocks.” On August 12, 1997, eleven tourists were killed in Lower Antelope Canyon by a flash flood. Very little rain fell at the site that day, but an earlier thunderstorm had dumped a large amount of water into the canyon basin, 11 kilometers (7 miles) upstream.

Nevertheless, A true...

This is an amazing spot you cannot miss while visiting Page, Arizona!

We came here before the pandemic so it's best to check the adjustment made in this place during the pandemic.

To me and my family, our trip here is indeed special. As we stepped into the area, the gust of ancient wind whispered a welcoming lullaby in my ears. Welcoming myself back to the magnificent mother nature.

To the Navajoland.

On our second day at Page, after visiting the famous Horseshoe Bend and see the magnificent Colorado River, we joined Lower Antelope Canyon tour with Ken's tour. I guess the name refers to the herds of pronghorn antelopes used to roam freely in this area. And I have to say, the trip was amazing.

The perfect collaboration of water and wind have created an amazing array of unique, one-of-a-kind forms and shapes of sandstone. Wherever you look, you will find incredible forms of arts purely made by mother nature. I just can't explain it. The shapes, the lights, the textures, the howling winds... everything looks and sounds magical. Better check these pictures.

The tour takes around one hour and we booked our tickets online. Make sure you check the time indicated. They have various types of tour being offered, including the photographers one. It costed us around USD 20 per person and there's an entrance ticket as well to the Navajo land for around $8 per person. The tour was about 1 hour and make sure you wear your comfortable shoes as you will walk a lot and climb up a ladder at some points. The guide was very kind and informative as well, telling us about the history of the area and some major events that took place here. He helped everyone to take amazing photos from our DSLR or smart phones. And trust me, you will take tons of pictures...