Lower Antelope Canyon

Lower Antelope Canyon Guided Tour

Walk through Lower Antelope Canyon in Page, Arizona, on a guided tour with a local Navajo guide. Watch light and shadow move across water-carved sandstone walls in one of the world's most famous slot canyons. 1 hour experience departing from Indian Rte 222, Page, AZ 86040, USA.

About this activity

  • Duration1 hour
  • Tour typeCanyon
  • GuidedYes, authorized guide
  • LanguageEnglish
  • Departs fromIndian Rte 222, Page, AZ 86040, USA
  • TicketMobile confirmation
  • Tour operatorNational Park Express
  • Provider rating4.7 / 5 (7,758 reviews)
  • Check-in30 minutes before departure

Full description

Over the years, Lower Antelope Canyon has become a favorite gathering place for photographers, travelers, and visitors from around the world. Located just southeast of the town of Page, Arizona, it's a natural slot canyon and one of the most visited canyons around. This Lower Antelope Canyon guided tour pairs your visit with a walk led by a local Navajo guide, giving you a rare, up-close look at its water-carved sandstone walls.

In Navajo, the canyon is called Hasdeztwazi, meaning "Spiral Rock Arches." It was formed over many thousands of years by flood erosion and powerful winds, which slowly carved and sculpted the sandstone into a striking mix of forms, textures, and shapes you'll see along the walk. Your guide helps you learn about the canyon as you go, so you get the most out of your visit.

No two moments inside the canyon look quite the same. As the sun moves across the sky, light filters softly down the stone walls and bounces back and forth within the narrow passage, creating a dazzling display of color, light, and shadow.

If you're a photographer, the right exposure lets you bring out the best of your creativity here. And if you're an aspiring photographer, or just here to look, it's a magical world to explore and immerse yourself in.

Highlights

  • Explore the world's most famous slot canyon alongside a local Navajo guide
  • Walk between winding canyon walls known for their unique colors and distinct formations
  • Get an up-close look at sandstone walls carved by water and wind
  • Find endless photogenic angles as sunlight shifts through the narrow canyon
  • Make the most of your visit with a guided walk through the Lower Canyon
  • Reserve ahead for this sought-after location

What's included

  • Lower Antelope Canyon experience, about 1.5 hours in total, including check-in and a 60-minute guided walking tour
  • Local Navajo guide (tour conducted in English)
  • Navajo permit fee ($15 per person)
  • Lower Antelope Canyon entry ticket (if you select that option)

Not included

  • Tips for your guide

Allowed

  • Weather-appropriate clothing (check the forecast before your tour)
  • Comfortable, closed-toe walking shoes
  • Taking photos without flash

Not allowed

  • Bags of any kind: including backpacks, rucksacks, bum bags, hydration packs, luggage, large bags, and oversized luggage
  • Camera gear and filming: professional cameras, tripods, monopods, selfie sticks, action cameras, gyro-stabilizers, flash photography, and video recording
  • Mobility aids and wheeled items: wheelchairs of any kind (including electric and non-folding), walkers and walking frames, canes, crutches, walking sticks, hiking sticks and poles, mobility scooters, scooters, baby carriages, and baby strollers (including non-folding strollers)
  • Animals: pets and animals of any kind, including service animals
  • Footwear: high-heeled shoes
  • Behavior: climbing, jumping, and smoking
  • Other items: alcohol and concealed weapons
  • Unaccompanied minors

Meeting point

Indian Rte 222, Page, AZ 86040, USA

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Know before you go

  • Arrive early: be at the meeting point 30 minutes before your tour time. All tours are booked for a specific date and time, and the canyon runs on the same time zone as Page and Phoenix, Arizona.
  • Navajo guide required: visitors to Antelope Canyon must be accompanied by a Navajo guide.
  • The walk in: it's a 10-minute walk to the canyon entrance. As you enter, you'll walk down several flights of narrow stairs, some with uneven steps. Inside, staircases range from 3 to 25 feet long, with handrails on those over 8 feet.
  • Trail conditions: the canyon trail is a bit rigorous and long, with low-hanging rocks, narrow passageways, and narrow, steep ladders. The canyon's layout doesn't allow wheelchair access.
  • Elevation and health: the area sits above 4,000 feet, so visitors who live at sea level may notice shortness of breath. If you get short of breath easily, or have knee, hip, or heart problems, check with your physician before taking the hike.
  • Physical fitness: every guest must be able to walk unassisted on uneven surfaces and through elevation changes, including steep inclines and declines. For safety, pregnant guests and anyone who may not be physically able to complete the hike can't take part. The tour also isn't suitable for people with mobility impairments.
  • Booking confirmation: Your initial receipt acknowledges a booking request, not a confirmed reservation. Final confirmation follows manual review by the ticket supplier; retain your private receipt link to check your status.
  • Possible time changes: tour times may occasionally change due to weather, special events, operational needs, or other circumstances outside anyone's control. If your booking is affected, you'll be rescheduled to the nearest available time or offered a cancellation as a special exception.

Cancellation policy

With Ticket Assurance, Cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled tour. Without Ticket Assurance, Cancellation up to 48 hours in advance.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Lower Antelope Canyon guided tour?

The full experience takes approximately 1.5 hours, which includes check-in and a 60-minute walking tour through the canyon.

Is the Navajo permit fee included in the price?

Yes. The Navajo permit fee of $15 per person is included. The Lower Antelope Canyon entry ticket is also included if you select that option when booking.

Who leads the tour, and in what language?

The tour is led by a local Navajo guide, and it's conducted in English.

Is Lower Antelope Canyon wheelchair accessible?

No. The layout of the canyon prevents wheelchair access, and wheelchairs, walkers, canes, and hiking sticks aren't allowed on the tour. Guests need to walk unassisted, including down several flights of narrow stairs.

Is the tour physically demanding?

Yes, it's a bit rigorous. The trail is fairly long, with low-hanging rocks, narrow passageways, narrow and steep ladders, and several staircases, all at an elevation above 4,000 feet. Pregnant guests and anyone who may not be able to complete the hike can't join. If you have knee, hip, or heart problems, or get short of breath easily, check with your physician first.

Can I bring a bag or backpack?

No. Bags of any kind aren't permitted on the tour, including backpacks, bum bags, hydration packs, luggage, and large bags.

Can I take photos and videos inside the canyon?

You can take photos throughout the walking tour, and the canyon's shifting light makes it a favorite with photographers. However, video recording, flash photography, professional cameras, tripods, monopods, selfie sticks, action cameras, and gyro-stabilizers aren't allowed.

What should I wear?

Check the weather before your tour and dress for the conditions. Wear comfortable, closed-toe walking shoes. High-heeled shoes aren't allowed.

How early should I arrive?

Arrive 30 minutes before your tour time. Tours run at a specific date and time, and the canyon follows the same time zone as Page and Phoenix, Arizona.

When will I receive my final booking confirmation?

Your initial receipt acknowledges a booking request, not a confirmed reservation. Final confirmation follows manual review by the ticket supplier; retain your private receipt link to check your status.

What is the cancellation policy?

With Ticket Assurance, Cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled tour. Without Ticket Assurance, Cancellation up to 48 hours in advance.

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