Antelope Canyon X Hiking Tour & Photo Option Page AZ

Two Slot Canyons in One Trip: Antelope Canyon X Near Page

You hike into two separate slot canyons in a single afternoon, starting with a 4×4 ride from the parking area near Page. A Navajo guide walks you through the first canyon (100 meters down), then leads you 200 meters to the second one, where you see the light pillars and the water-carved Xs that give the canyon its name. The standard tour takes 1.5 hours. The photography option gives you 2.5 hours with tripod access. Bottled water and the Navajo permit are included. You just need to arrive on time.

Step-by-step itinerary

Antelope Canyon X hiking tour

• Park at Navajo Nation Reservation
• Pay for tour
• Ride 4x4 vehicle 3 miles
• Hike 100 meters into canyon
• Tour first slot canyon
• Walk 200 meters to second slot canyon
• Tour second slot canyon

The experience

"You'll see the X carved right into the stone," the Navajo guide said as we pulled up to the trailhead near Page, Arizona. "Millions of years of water and wind did that work for us." Antelope Canyon X sits southeast of the more crowded Lower and Upper canyons, which means you're not waiting in a line of fifty people to shoot the same photograph. The tour runs 1.5 hours standard, or 2.5 hours if you bring a tripod and want to set up shots. The longer option is built for people who actually know what they're doing with a camera, not just phone snapshots.

The day starts at the Navajo Nation Reservation where you pay and park. A 4×4 vehicle takes you 3 miles to the canyon mouth, then you hike 100 meters down into the first slot canyon with your guide. The canyon here is deeper than Upper or Lower Antelope, and it mixes the best of both. You get the light pillars that make Upper famous, plus the steep, narrow walls of Lower. After you finish the first canyon, it's a 200-meter walk to the second one. The guide stays with you the whole way, pointing out where the water carved those Xs and how the sandstone layers tell you the story of the floods. It's not a casual stroll, but it's not a scramble either.

The photography tour is the real draw if you're serious about it. Two and a half hours gives you time to wait for the light to move, to set up a tripod without feeling rushed, and to actually compose instead of just grab. The standard tour moves faster, which works fine if you're here for the experience and the view rather than the portfolio. Either way, you get bottled water and the Navajo permit fee is included. That's $8 per person the tour handles for you. No surprises at the gate.

One thing to know: the tour doesn't refund if you arrive late. Page is in a time zone that catches people off guard, so check your voucher and plan your drive time before you book. The canyon is real and the light is real, but the schedule is firm.

What’s included

• 4×4 transport from the parking area to the canyon mouth (3 miles).
• entrance to both slot canyons.
• Navajo Nation permit fee ($8 per person).
• bottled water.
• Navajo guide for the full tour duration.
• for the photography tour option, an additional hour in the canyon and tripod access.

Options for this experience

2 options

Hiking Excursion Through Antelope Canyon XGuide in English · 12 departure times: the first at 08:30, the last at 15:30Lasts 1 hour and 30 minutes

Photo Tour of Antelope Canyon XGuide in English · 10:00 and 13:00Lasts 3 hours. Each person gets one tripod and one bag: designed for photography enthusiasts and those who want more time in the canyon and to use a tripod.

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day13 departure times: the first at 08:30, the last at 15:30

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Child (8 to 17 years) · Infant (under 8)

GroupUp to 10

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsNo refund if you cancel.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelInfant seats availableNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Scenic Bend

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to see two slot canyons with light and depth in a single trip without the crowds at Upper and Lower Antelope. The smaller visitor count is what makes the quieter experience possible, and the guide handles the permit so you just show up and hike.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (8 to 17 years); Infant (under 8).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. No refund if you cancel.

How far is Antelope Canyon X from Page, Arizona?

The canyon is located southeast of Page. From the parking area on the Navajo Nation Reservation, a 4×4 vehicle transports you 3 miles to the canyon mouth.

What's the difference between the standard tour and the photography tour?

The standard tour is 1.5 hours and moves at a steady pace through both slot canyons. The photography tour is 2.5 hours and allows you to bring a tripod, set up shots, and spend more time composing in each location.

Do I need hiking experience for Antelope Canyon X?

No. The tour is suitable for all fitness levels. You hike 100 meters into the first canyon and walk 200 meters between the two canyons, but it's not a strenuous hike.

What's included in the tour price?

The tour includes the 4×4 transport from the parking area, bottled water, the Navajo Nation permit fee ($8 per person), and admission to Antelope Canyon X. Your guide is included for the full duration.

What makes Antelope Canyon X different from Upper and Lower Antelope Canyon?

Canyon X is newer and less crowded than the other two. It combines features of both (the light pillars of Upper Antelope and the steep, narrow walls of Lower Antelope), and it's deeper than either one.

Can I bring a camera phone, or do I need a professional camera?

You can use any camera, including a phone. The standard tour works fine for casual photography. The 2.5-hour photography tour is designed for people who want to use a tripod and spend more time composing shots.

What time zone is Antelope Canyon X in?

Check your voucher for the time zone information. Page, Arizona observes a time zone that differs from surrounding areas, so confirm the details before you travel to avoid arriving late.

Is there a refund if I arrive late?

No. The tour does not refund if you arrive late. Plan your travel time carefully and account for the time zone when you book.