Antelope Canyon Lake Powell: Kayak, Hike & Swim Tour
Paddle into Antelope Canyon, then hike its slot on foot
You paddle 2 hours across Lake Powell to Antelope Canyon, hike 1.5 hours through the slot canyon on foot, then paddle back with time for a swim. All gear is included (kayak, paddle, life jacket, dry bag), and your guide handles the route and pacing. The tour runs four hours total and suits anyone with moderate fitness who's comfortable on uneven ground and steep sandy slopes.
Step-by-step itinerary
Kayak, hike, and swim at Antelope Canyon
- Meet guide at Antelope Point Launch Ramp
- Receive safety orientation and kayaking instruction
- Walk down steep sandy hill to water
- Paddle 30 minutes across Lake Powell
- Paddle 30–60 minutes deeper into Antelope Canyon
- Pull kayak ashore at canyon back
- Hike approximately 1 mile into slot canyon
- Hike 1 mile back out of canyon
- Paddle back 1–1.5 hours to launch area
- Swim or relax at Lake Powell (weather permitting)
The experience
You're at Antelope Point Launch Ramp, standing at the top of a steep sandy slope that drops to the water. Your guide hands you a paddle and a life jacket, runs through the safety talk, and then you're walking down that hill: loose sand under your boots, Lake Powell spreading out below. The kayak tour starts right here: about 30 minutes of paddling across the main channel, then another 30 to 60 minutes deeper into Antelope Canyon itself, the sandstone walls rising up on both sides of you, the water so clear you can see the bottom. It's the kind of quiet that makes you stop talking.
Once you reach the back of the canyon, you pull the kayak onto shore and the hiking part begins. Your guide leads a 1-mile walk into the slot canyon. The terrain is uneven, the walls narrow in places, and you're moving at the group's pace, which means there's time to look around instead of just moving through. The return paddle takes about an hour to an hour and a half, retracing the route back to the launch ramp. Depending on the day and what your guide thinks is safe, there's usually time for a swim in Lake Powell before you head back. The water is cold and clear, and after four hours of paddling and hiking, it feels earned. The whole thing takes four hours from start to finish, and you leave with all the gear: kayak, paddle, dry bag, life jacket.
This tour works for beginners and experienced paddlers alike, as long as you're reasonably fit and okay with steep terrain on the walk down to the water. The canyon itself is sacred to the Navajo people, and being on the water here (surrounded by that geology, that silence) is different from a typical paddling trip. You're not just moving through a landscape. You're inside it.
What’s included
- Your tour includes kayak, paddle, life jacket, and dry bag.
- The guide leads you through the paddling route, the hike into the slot canyon, and the return paddle.
- Depending on conditions, there is time for swimming or resting at the water's edge before you finish.
- You do not need to arrange transportation to the launch ramp or bring your own gear.
Information
Lasts 4h, from US$ 101.15 per person, with a live guide in English, in groups of up to 11 and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.
Prices and times updated 2 days ago
Operated by wazSUPkayaks
Is this one for you?Book this if you want to see Antelope Canyon from the water and on foot in one morning without renting gear separately or navigating the route alone: the four-hour format and guide-led pacing fit the canyon's geography and your energy in a single trip.
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Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Youth (7 to 17 years). Children under 7 can't be included in the booking.
What happens if it rains?
It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.
How fit do I need to be for this tour?
You should have at least moderate physical fitness. The steep sandy slope down to the water and the 1-mile hike through the slot canyon require comfort on uneven terrain and the ability to walk uphill. The paddling itself is manageable for beginners with instruction.
What's included in the tour price?
Kayak, paddle, life jacket, and dry bag are all provided. The guide leads the route and pacing. You bring water and any snacks you want. The tour does not include food.
How long is the paddling part?
About 2 hours total: roughly 30 minutes to reach Antelope Canyon, then another 30–60 minutes paddling deeper into the canyon, then 1–1.5 hours paddling back to the launch ramp.
Is swimming included?
Swimming is not guaranteed but is usually possible depending on weather and your guide's judgment. There is typically time for a swim or to relax and take in the views before the tour ends.
Can I do this tour if I'm pregnant or have a spinal injury?
No. The tour is not recommended for pregnant travelers or anyone with spinal injuries. Check with the operator if you have cardiovascular concerns or other health conditions.
What's the weight limit?
Single paddlers should weigh no more than 276 pounds (125 kg). If two people are paddling together, their combined weight should not exceed 400 pounds (181 kg), or 425 pounds (173 kg) in some cases. Confirm with the operator.
Where do I meet the guide?
At the bottom of Antelope Point Launch Ramp. You can find it on Google Maps. Arrive a few minutes early for the safety orientation and paddling instruction.
What if the weather is bad?
The tour operates in most conditions, but your guide will make safety calls on the day, for example, whether swimming is possible or if the paddling route needs to adjust.
Antelope Canyon Lake Powell: Kayak, Hike & Swim Tour
4h · EN
from US$ 101.15 per person