Lake Powell & Water Antelope Canyon Kayak Tour Page

Paddle into a canyon you can only reach by water

You paddle across Lake Powell in a performance kayak with a certified guide, land at Water Antelope Canyon, and hike through the slot canyon for about an hour to see the light channels and red rock walls. The guide provides all safety gear, instruction, and navigation. You bring moderate fitness and a dry bag for your phone. Optional shuttle from Page means you skip the car rental.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Lake Powell2h 30m · entry included
2. Antelope Canyon1h

Kayak and hike Water Antelope Canyon

• Launch kayak on Lake Powell
• Kayak toward Water Antelope Canyon
• Hike in Water Antelope Canyon for 1 hour
• Kayak back to launch site

The experience

Water Antelope Canyon sits at the end of a paddle across Lake Powell: no road gets you there, no hiking trail from a parking lot. You launch from Page in a performance kayak with a WFA and CPR-certified guide, and the whole thing takes about half a day. The guide handles the navigation. You handle the paddle, and somewhere in the middle of that crossing, the red rock walls start closing in around you.

Once you land at the canyon entrance, you hike for roughly an hour through the slot itself. The light comes down in channels through the narrow opening above, and the walls are close enough that you notice the texture: smooth in some places, rough in others, all of it that deep rust color that makes Arizona look like another planet. Your guide points out the geology, the water flow patterns, the way the canyon narrows as you go deeper. Then you turn around, paddle back across the lake, and that's the day.

The kayak is stable and built for this kind of work, not a tippy recreational thing. You get a safety lesson before you leave the launch site, a life jacket that actually fits, paddles, and bottled water. The guide stays with your group the whole time: no dropping you off to figure it out alone. If you're coming from outside Page, there's an optional shuttle pickup available, which saves you from having to arrange a rental car just to get to the water. Weather can shift fast out here, so start times move around depending on conditions, and the tour might get cancelled if the wind picks up too much.

Bring a dry bag if you have one. The guide won't dive in after anything that goes overboard, and once something hits the water, it's gone. Moderate fitness helps. This isn't a leisurely paddle. Kids under 13 need a parent in the boat with them, and the kayak has a weight limit of 240 pounds per person. If you've paddled before, great. If you haven't, that's fine too: the guide works with all levels.

What’s included

• WFA, CPR and First Aid certified guide.
• performance kayak.
• life jacket, paddles and safety lesson.
• bottled water.
• access to Water Antelope Canyon.
• optional shuttle pickup from Page.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:30

AgesAdult (4 and older) · Under 4: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 11

Live guideEnglish

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

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.

Paid on siteUS$ 30

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

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

Operated by JoyFun Tour, LLC

Is this one for you?Choose this tour if you want to see Water Antelope Canyon without arranging your own kayak, guide, or transportation: the certified guide and included shuttle handle all the logistics, leaving you to focus on paddling and exploring the canyon.

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Top questions

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 long is the whole tour?

About half a day, including the paddle across Lake Powell, the hike through Water Antelope Canyon, and the paddle back.

Do I need kayaking experience?

No. The tour works for all skill levels. You get a safety lesson and paddling instruction before you launch.

What's included in the price?

Performance kayak, life jacket, paddles, safety lesson, bottled water, certified guide, and access to Water Antelope Canyon. Optional shuttle from Page is available.

Can I bring my kids?

Children 13 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian in the kayak. Children under 3 are not recommended for this tour.

What if the weather is bad?

Tours can be cancelled due to weather, and start times may shift depending on conditions. Wind is the main factor that affects paddling safety on the lake.

Is there a weight limit?

Yes. Single kayaks accommodate up to 240 pounds per person.

What should I bring?

A dry bag for your phone and keys is strongly recommended, since the guide cannot retrieve items that fall into the water. Sunscreen, a hat, and water shoes are also practical.

How difficult is the hike through the canyon?

The hike lasts about an hour and involves walking through a narrow slot canyon. Moderate physical fitness is recommended for the full tour.