Page AZ: Upper & Lower Antelope Canyon 4.5-Hour Tour

Two slot canyons, one half-day: what makes Upper and Lower Antelope different

You hike into two slot canyons in one morning: Lower Antelope (1.1 miles, 74 steps down, ladders on the way out) and Upper Antelope (1 mile roundtrip, 150 steps on exit). A Navajo guide explains the geology and cultural context of the Dineh. Bottled water and snacks are included, and you travel between sites in an air-conditioned vehicle. The whole day takes 4.5 hours.

Step-by-step itinerary

Tour Lower and Upper Antelope Canyons

• Pass by Navajo Mountain viewpoint
• Hike Lower Antelope Canyon with stairs
• Stop at picnic area for restroom
• Pass by Grand Staircase-Escalante
• Hike Upper Antelope Canyon with stairs

The experience

You're descending 74 steps into a narrow opening in the earth, the walls around you narrowing as you go down. That's Lower Antelope Canyon, and it's the first stop on this 4.5-hour tour out of Page, Arizona. The canyon is V-shaped, which means the walls lean in on you. It's a moderate hike, 1.1 miles total, with ladders and small stairs built into the chambers as you work your way back up toward the exit. The Navajo guides point out where light hits the rock and explain the geology and cultural history of the Dineh as you move through. No bags allowed inside, which keeps the space from feeling crowded.

After Lower Antelope you stop at a picnic area to catch your breath and use the restroom, food and drinks are available if you need them. Then it's back in the air-conditioned vehicle and out to Upper Antelope Canyon, which is a different animal entirely. This one is A-shaped, wider at the top, and the hike is easier: about a mile roundtrip from the drop-off point, then a 1-hour walk through the canyon itself. You climb 150 steps on the way out, but the path is less technical than Lower. The two canyons sit in the same area around Page but feel almost nothing alike once you're inside them: Upper is more open, Lower is more claustrophobic and intimate. Both are on a lot of people's bucket lists, and doing them in one morning means you don't have to choose.

The tour is Navajo owned and operated, which matters if you care about where your money goes and who's telling the story. You get bottled water and snacks included, and the vehicle is air-conditioned, which you'll appreciate in the Arizona heat. The physical fitness requirement is real: Lower Antelope especially demands a moderate level of fitness because of the ladders and the descent-and-climb pattern. If you have cardiovascular issues or you're not comfortable on ladders, this isn't the tour for you. But if you're reasonably fit and you want to see both canyons without spending a full day arranging transport and timing yourself, this covers it.

What’s included

• Your tour includes bottled water and snacks throughout the day, transport in an air-conditioned vehicle between both canyons, and a Navajo guide who explains the geology and cultural history of the slot canyons and the Dineh.
• Entry to both Upper and Lower Antelope Canyon is included.
• A rest stop with restroom facilities and a small shop is built into the itinerary between the two canyons.

Information

Lasts 5h 30m, runs every day at 08:15 and 10:15, from US$ 369.37 per person, with a live guide in English, in groups of up to 14 and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:15 and 10:15Another time? ›

GroupUp to 14

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 32 pickup points.

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AgesAdult (4 and older) · Infant (under 4)

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical effortNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Dineh Tours

Is this one for you?Book this if you want both Antelope Canyons in one half-day without arranging separate transport or timing the hikes yourself: the fixed 4.5-hour schedule and Navajo-led format handle the logistics and the cultural context at once. You'll need moderate fitness for the ladders and steps, especially at Lower Antelope.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Infant (under 4).

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.

What's the difference between Upper and Lower Antelope Canyon?

Lower is V-shaped and more technical. You descend 74 steps and navigate ladders and small stairs on the way out. Upper is A-shaped, wider, and easier: about a 1-mile roundtrip with a 150-step staircase on the exit. Both are in the same area but feel very different once you're inside.

How long is the hike at each canyon?

Lower Antelope is 1.1 miles total with a moderate difficulty rating. Upper Antelope is about 1 mile roundtrip and rated as easy. The whole tour takes 4.5 hours including transport and a rest stop.

Are bags allowed in the canyons?

No bags, backpacks, purses, hydration bags or fanny packs are allowed at Lower Antelope Canyon. Upper Antelope has no stated bag restriction. Tripods, monopods, selfie sticks, GoPros and camcorders are not allowed at either location.

What's included in the tour?

Bottled water, snacks, and transport in an air-conditioned vehicle between the two canyons. Entry fees to both canyons are included. A Navajo guide leads the tour and provides cultural and geological information.

Is this tour physically demanding?

Lower Antelope requires moderate fitness because of the 74-step descent, ladders, and climbing. Upper Antelope is easier. The tour is not recommended for people with poor cardiovascular health. You should be comfortable on ladders and stairs.

What time does the tour start and end?

The tour is 4.5 hours long. Specific start times are not listed in the itinerary. Contact the operator for departure times.

Can I bring a camera or phone?

Cameras and phones are allowed. GoPros, camcorders, tripods, monopods, stabilizers and selfie sticks are not permitted.

Is there a rest stop during the tour?

Yes. After Lower Antelope Canyon, there's a picnic area where you can use the restroom. Food and drinks can be purchased there.