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Located in Page, Arizona, Antelope Canyon is a slot canyon that consists of two major sections - Upper Antelope Canyon and Lower Antelope Canyon - and the lesser-known Antelope Canyon X, Ligai Si Anii Canyon, and Mystical Antelope Canyon.
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If there’s one bucket list experience you have to pick in Arizona, we insist you visit Antelope Canyon! Its unique geology, earthy colors, and cultural significance will make sure you have lasting memories of the canyon as well as pictures to attest to the fabulous adventure.
At the heart of the Navajo Nation, Antelope Canyon can only be accessed via guided tours led by the Navajo people. Your guides will share stories about Navajo culture and the canyon’s deep connection to their heritage.
One of the most photogenic slot canyons in the world, Antelope Canyon is a dream destination for photographers. Its unique features, including the sculpted sandstone walls, vibrant colors, and dramatic light and shadow play, ensure every shot you capture is a piece of art.
The smooth, flowing sandstone walls of the canyon were naturally carved by water and wind erosion. The narrow passageways and specific openings at the top allow sunlight to penetrate the canyon in dramatic ways, highlighting one of the U.S.'s most stunning natural wonders.
Each of the canyons in Antelope Canyon hosts only about 1500 visitors per day. With limited slots, small group sizes, and limited access to the area only through Navajo guided tours, your canyon tour will be a tailor-made experience.
- Explore Antelope Canyon with a Navajo guide: Nestled on Navajo land, Antelope Canyon is accessible exclusively via guided tours. Whether you’re starting your journey from Las Vegas or Page, your guide will meet you at the canyon and lead you on a walk through its stunning sandstone formations.
Choose your adventure:
- Convenient transfers from Las Vegas or Page: If you're staying in Vegas, consider booking a guided day trip that includes transportation, allowing you to relax and enjoy the scenic journey.
Here’s where your Antelope Canyon tours will begin.
Antelope Canyon consists of two main sections, the Upper Antelope Canyon and Lower Antelope Canyon. Apart from this, there are other canyons in the area, including Antelope Canyon X, Mystical Canyon, and Ligai Si Anii Canyon .
No, Antelope Canyon can only be accessed via guided tours conducted by licensed operators because of its location on Navajo Nation land and its significance as a sacred site.
Yes, tours are available year-round, but the summer months are the best time to see the light beams, while the off-season offers fewer crowds and cooler temperatures.
The best time to visit Upper Antelope Canyon to experience the famous light beams is during the summer months, from June to August, between 10am and 2pm.
Upper Antelope Canyon is renowned for its light beams, making it a photographer's dream. However, Lower Antelope Canyon offers more intricate rock formations, ideal for capturing unique perspectives of this natural wonder. You can also visit the Mystical Antelope Canyon for a quieter experience with opportunities to capture stunning photographs.
Yes, you can visit the Upper, Lower, and Antelope Canyon X, in one day but you will need separate tickets for each tour. Mystical Canyon and Ligai Si Anii Canyon are quite far apart from each other, but Mystical Antelope Canyon is located close to Antelope Canyon X, so you can plan your trip accordingly.
Yes, many tours offer a combination of Antelope Canyon and nearby attractions like Horseshoe Bend and the Grand Canyon. Some tours even include airplane rides for an aerial view like the Antelope Canyon Airplane & Ground Tour.
Antelope Canyon tours are not handicap accessible since they involve walking, navigating narrow pathways, and climbing stairs.
Yes, Upper Antelope Canyon is family-friendly and is a great space to take your children along with you for an educational and fun day! There will be a lot of walking and navigating narrow spaces so do prepare your children for that.
Videography, flash photography, tripods, selfie sticks, and monopods are not allowed inside the canyon. Commercial use of the captured photos without a permit from Navajo Parks Management is not permitted.
You cannot bring food or large water bottles on the tour to the canyon. If you are going on a full-day tour, we recommend you carry snacks with you in a backpack that you can leave behind in your tour bus and take a smaller bag if needed with you on the canyon tour.
Restrooms are only available at the tour offices. There are no restroom facilities inside the canyon itself, so plan accordingly.
Yes, the Antelope Canyon Airplane & Ground Tour and the Upper Antelope Canyon & Horseshoe Bend Tour with Lunch will take you to both natural wonders on the same day.
Most Antelope Canyon tours start in Page, Arizona. If you're traveling from Las Vegas, some tours like the Antelope Canyon & Horseshoe Bend Tour and the Upper Antelope Canyon & Horseshoe Bend Tour offer hotel pick-up and drop-off.
If your tour is canceled due to unsafe weather conditions like flash floods, you will be notified, and rescheduling or refunds will be arranged by the tour operator.
There are no dining options at Antelope Canyon, but Page, Arizona, is a short drive away and offers several restaurant choices including Ranch House Grill and Fiesta Mexicana.
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Explore the mesmerizing sections of Antelope Canyon with a Navajo guide, with unmatched insights and perfect photo-ops.
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Entry to Lower Antelope Canyon, Upper Antelope Canyon, Antelope Canyon X, Ligai Si Anii Canyon, or Mystical Antelope Canyon (as per option selected)
Navajo guide
Navajo Park permit fee
Exclusions
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Experience the thrill and beauty of the Lower Antelope Canyon with its narrower & more intricate passageways.
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Exclusions
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Head over to the photographer's paradise, the Upper Antelope Canyon, to witness its dramatic light beams in person.
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Exclusions
You can cancel these tickets up to 5 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Get off the beaten path with Antelope Canyon X for a more intimate experience you can enjoy at your own pace.
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Exclusions
You can cancel these tickets up to 4 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Visit Mystical Antelope Canyon, a hidden gem, for a quiet & serene exploration of the magical slot canyons.
Inclusions
Entry to Mystical Antelope Canyon
Guided tour with a Navajo guide
Navajo Parks and Recreation permit fee
Exclusions
Visit the Ligai Si Anii Canyon to see the unique, curved, smooth canyon walls with chances of spotting Anasazi markings, along with its heart-shaped formations.
Inclusions
Entry to Ligai Si Anii Canyon
Guided tour with a Navajo guide
Stargazing at Ligai Si Anii Canyon (based on option selected)
Navajo Parks and Recreation permit fee
Exclusions
You can cancel these tickets up to 72 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Enjoy a guided day trip experiencing the beauty of the slot canyons & Horseshoe Bend with transfers from Las Vegas.
Inclusions
Full-day trip to Antelope Canyon
Tour of Upper Antelope Canyon, Lower Antelope Canyon or Antelope Canyon X (as per option selected)
Expert driver & guide
Hotel pick-up from Las Vegas
Round-trip bus transfer
Access Horseshoe Bend
Lunch (deli-style turkey sandwich, granola bar) and bottled water
Navajo Parks and Recreation permit fee
Exclusions
You can cancel these tickets up to 4 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Soar over Horseshoe Bend, the Colorado River, and the Glen Canyon Dam to take in aerial views of the landscape from a luxury helicopter.
Inclusions
10 to 12-min helicopter tour
Aerial views of Horseshoe Bend, Lake Powell and Glen Canyon Dam
You can cancel these tickets up to 72 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Fly over Antelope Canyon & its surrounding sights & explore it on-ground on a guided tour with round-trip transfers from Las Vegas.
Inclusions
Airplane Tour
Horseshoe Bend and Antelope Canyon Tour
Round-trip transfers from Las Vegas hotels on the Strip and Downtown
Navajo Parks and Recreation permit fee
Exclusions
Inclusions
Full-day trip to Antelope Canyon
Expert driver & guide
Hotel pick-up from Las Vegas
Round-trip bus transfer
Tickets to Upper Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend
Lunch (deli-style turkey sandwich, granola bar) and bottled water
Navajo Parks and Recreation fee
Exclusions
You can cancel these tickets up to 4 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.
