About this activity
- Duration1 hour 30 minutes
- Tour typeCanyon
- GuidedYes, authorized guide
- LanguageEnglish
- Departs fromAZ-98 Milepost 299 B, Page, AZ 86040
- TicketMobile confirmation
- Tour operatorVIP Tour Corporation
- Provider rating4.2 / 5 (1,270 reviews)
- Check-in45 minutes before departure
Full description
This immersive walking tour of Upper Antelope Canyon is led by a member of the Navajo community, and it covers everything from the area's geology to its culture and history. You can book either regular or prime-time admission.
You'll drive yourself to the check-in point at the Upper Antelope Canyon office, where you meet your local guide. From there, a shuttle takes you on a scenic ride to the canyon entrance.
Once inside, you follow your guide through an otherworldly landscape of colorful, naturally made rock formations. Along the way, your guide shares stories of the culture and knowledge of the local people, along with the geology of the land, the history of the site, and how these unique rocks were formed.
Your guide helps you take pictures as you go and shares unique camera angles, so you get more out of every shot. When the tour wraps up, you return to the starting point.
The tour is a natural fit for history buffs and geology fans, and early-morning departure times help you beat the heat.
Highlights
- Walk through Upper Antelope Canyon with a member of the Navajo community
- Learn how the canyon's colorful, naturally made rock formations took shape
- Discover the history, culture, and geography of the Navajo region
- Get photo help and unique camera angles from your guide
- Choose between regular and prime-time admission
- Beat the heat with early-morning departure times
What's included
- Upper Antelope Canyon entrance ticket
- Walking tour with a local Navajo guide (about 75 minutes, in English)
- Navajo permit fee ($15 per person)
- Free parking
Not included
- Shuttle transport to the canyon entrance ($70 per person)
Allowed
- Passport or ID card
- Comfortable shoes
- Comfortable clothes
- Taking photos along the way
Not allowed
- Bags of any kind: backpacks, fanny packs (bum bags), hydration bags, crossbody and messenger bags, and purses
- Camera gear: action cameras, camcorders, selfie sticks, and tripods
- Footwear: open-toed shoes, sandals, and high heels (proper clothing is required)
- Animals: pets and service animals
- Walking aids: hiking sticks and canes
- Umbrellas
- Smoking
- Firearms and weapons
Meeting point
AZ-98 Milepost 299.8, Page, AZ 86040, USA
Know before you go
- Check-in: plan to arrive an hour before your tour departure. Check-in closes 45 minutes before the tour, and tickets are forfeited with no refund if you haven't checked in by then.
- Time zone: all check-in, tour, and deadline times are in Arizona Mountain Standard Time (Phoenix). From November 1, 2026 to March 14, 2027, Antelope Canyon time is 1 hour ahead of Pacific time, so when it's 10:00 am in Los Angeles, it's 11:00 am at the canyon. During summer time, canyon time matches Pacific time.
- Duration: the full experience takes about 1.5 hours.
- Health and accessibility: the tour isn't recommended for travelers with back problems or for pregnant travelers, and travelers with heart problems or other serious medical conditions can't take part. It isn't suitable for people with mobility impairments and isn't wheelchair or disability accessible. Most travelers can participate.
Cancellation policy
5 days notice before scheduled departure is required for rescheduling, cancellation, or a refund.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Upper Antelope Canyon prime time tour?
The full experience takes about 1.5 hours, including a guided walking tour of about 75 minutes.
How early should I arrive?
Plan to arrive an hour before your tour departure. Check-in closes 45 minutes before the tour, and tickets are forfeited with no refund if you don't check in by then.
Where do I check in?
Check in at the Upper Antelope Canyon office at AZ-98 Milepost 299.8, Page, AZ 86040. The tour returns to the same starting point.
What time zone does the tour use?
All times are in Arizona Mountain Standard Time. From November 1, 2026 to March 14, 2027, Antelope Canyon time is 1 hour ahead of Pacific time; for example, 10:00 am in Los Angeles is 11:00 am at the canyon.
What's included in the price?
The Upper Antelope Canyon entrance fee, a local Navajo guide, parking fees, and the Navajo permit fee of $15 per person.
Is the shuttle to the canyon included?
No. You meet your guide at the canyon's office and take a shuttle to the canyon entrance, which costs $70 per person and isn't included.
Can I bring a bag?
No. Bags and backpacks aren't allowed, including fanny packs, hydration bags, crossbody and messenger bags, and purses.
Can I take photos, and what camera gear is allowed?
Yes, and your guide can help with photos and share unique camera angles. Action cameras, camcorders, selfie sticks, and tripods aren't allowed.
What should I wear and bring?
Wear comfortable shoes and clothes, and bring a passport or ID card. Open-toed shoes, sandals, and high heels aren't allowed.
Who shouldn't take this tour?
It isn't recommended for travelers with back problems or pregnant travelers, and travelers with heart problems or other serious medical conditions can't join. The tour isn't wheelchair accessible.
What is the cancellation policy?
5 days notice before scheduled departure is required for rescheduling, cancellation, or a refund.