Upper Antelope Canyon guided slot canyon tour

Witness shifting sunlight paint the canyon walls before a scenic hike out through nature’s sculpted steps

Upper Antelope Canyon is a guided tour through a narrow slot canyon in Page, Arizona, where natural sunlight illuminates the rock walls and shifts color throughout the seasons. The tour lasts around 80 minutes inside the canyon itself, followed by a 15-minute exit hike with 21 steps up and 112 steps down. Children must be at least 8 years old, and the tour requires a moderate level of physical fitness due to the elevation changes and step count.

Step-by-step itinerary

Guided tour of Upper Antelope Canyon

• Arrive 20 minutes early
• Join fully guided canyon tour
• Observe sunlight on canyon walls
• Complete 80-minute canyon exploration
• Exit via 15-minute hike
• Climb 21 steps up
• Descend 112 steps down

The Experience

The canyon is a single-direction route now, so you move through it with your guide and exit the way the path takes you—not backtracking. You'll spend roughly 80 minutes inside watching how the sunlight hits the walls and changes the colors you see; the effect shifts with the season, so the same canyon looks different depending on when you go. The guide is live and speaks English, so you get real-time explanation of what you're standing in front of instead of a recording or a printed sheet.

Getting out is the part most people ask about. After the canyon itself, you hike for about 15 minutes over the rim—that's 21 steps going up first, then 112 steps going down on the other side. It's not a casual stroll, and the elevation change is why the tour isn't suitable for travelers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health, or pregnancy. You need to arrive 20 minutes early, and all fees and taxes are included in the price you pay upfront.

What’s included

• Fully guided tour with a live English-speaking guide.
• 80 minutes inside the canyon.
• 15-minute exit hike with step access.
• all fees and taxes.

Good to know

Moderate physical levelNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Adventurous Antelope Canyon Tours

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you want to see the slot canyon's light effects without arranging your own guide or worrying about the route—the single-direction path and included hike mean you move through it as a group and exit the way it's designed, not by backtracking or figuring out the way down yourself.

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Top questions

How long do I actually spend inside Upper Antelope Canyon itself?

You spend around 80 minutes in the canyon with your guide before you start the exit hike. That's the time to see the sunlight effects and move through the slot at a pace that lets you take in the walls.

What's the hike out of Upper Antelope Canyon like?

The exit hike takes about 15 minutes and includes 21 steps going up and 112 steps going down over the canyon rim. It's a moderate climb with real elevation change, so you need to be in reasonably good physical condition.

Can I bring my child on this tour?

Children must be at least 8 years old to join the tour. No children under 8 are allowed, regardless of how experienced a hiker they are.

Is Upper Antelope Canyon accessible if I have mobility issues?

The tour is not handicapped accessible due to the step count and elevation changes. It's not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health.

What time should I arrive for the tour?

You must arrive 20 minutes before your selected time slot begins. This gives you time to check in and prepare before the guided tour starts.

What's included in the price?

All fees and taxes are included. The price covers the guided tour, your time in the canyon, and the exit hike. Gratuities for your guide are not included.