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Diane G

United States
Couple
4 days ago
Benson was a friendly, helpful, tour guide, and definitely enhanced our experience. We loved everything about it! He even took pictures of everyone, in individual groups, and did a fabulous job! Give that young man a raise!

Ashley L

United States
Group
4 days ago

+1 more

Ben was a great tour guide! He was informative and fun! Lower antelope canyon is amazing! Location is great, driving to and parking was easy! This is a must do!

Thomas S

United States
Couple
4 days ago
I think our guide was named Loretta... She was absolutely awesome! Paid attention to our needs, provided great insights, wonderful! We had a fabulous time enjoying the precious land that you get to enjoy everyday!

Jan W

United States
Couple
Last week

+2 more

Everything from scheduling to communication leading up to our tour was flawless. Our guide, Sonny was extremely knowledgeable and spent time explaining highlights on our tour and helped us take amazing pictures. It was a true visual explosion. I highly recommend!

Alberto J

Family
3 weeks ago
Even now, back home, I still remember my trip to Antelope Canyon... an incredible landscape with shapes and colors I'd never seen before, and the guides and organizers were top-notch. I'd do it all over again if I could. Thank you very much.

Brad H

United States
Family
Mar 2026
The tour was perfect for our family (small Kids) to navigate. The canyon is beautiful and our guide, Ethel, was phenomenal. She was a wealth of knowledge, a fantastic photographer, and even gave us a tutorial on the Navajo language. Highly recommend!!

Saptarshi C

India
Solo
3 weeks ago
An Unforgettable Day Trip — Outstanding Guide! "From the Strip to the Canyon — A Flawless Experience!" I recently did the full-day bus tour from Las Vegas to Lower Antelope Canyon, and it was hands down one of the best travel experiences I've ever had — and a huge part of that credit goes to our incredible tour guide "Mama". From the moment we boarded the bus in Las Vegas, our guide set the perfect tone for the day — warm, enthusiastic, and genuinely passionate about the destination. The long drive never felt tedious because of the fascinating commentary shared along the way about the landscape, the Navajo Nation, and the history of the canyon . But what truly stood out was the effort our guide put into making sure everyone in the group got amazing photographs. Lower Antelope Canyon's narrow corridors and the way light plays on the sandstone walls can be tricky to capture, and our tour operator expertly pointed out the best angles, lighting conditions, and spots for that perfect shot. Not stopping there, they personally went around clicking wonderful pictures of each person in the group — everyone walked away with stunning memories they could actually keep . The return journey back to Vegas was just as pleasant — the group was buzzing with excitement, swapping photos and stories. Our guide "Mama" made sure everyone was comfortable and accounted for throughout the trip. If you're visiting Las Vegas and are looking for a day trip that combines natural wonder with top-notch hospitality, look no further. I would strongly recommend this tour and this guide to anyone — 10 stars if I could! 🌟

Theresa F

United States
Group
Mar 2026
Secret Canyon's beauty is beyond words. You have to visit this slot canyon to really appreciate how magnificent it is. I thoroughly enjoyed our local tour guide Kenni and her stories about the local clan. Plus she helped us take the best pictures.

Taadidiin Tours | An overview

  • Official name: Antelope Canyon X by Taadidiin Tours
  • Address: MP 308, AZ-98, Page, AZ 86040, United States | Find on Maps
  • Year opened: 2016
  • Founders: Rita Tadytin-Tsinigine, a Tadytin family descendant

Why choose Taadidiin Tours for your Antelope Canyon X visit

✔️ The only certified tour operators for guided tours of Antelope Canyon X

✔️ Quieter & more peaceful tour the slot canyon with your Navajo guide

✔️ Learn about the history of the family & the Navajo people who operate the tours

✔️ Two slot canyon sections (Upper X & Lower X) covered

Antelope Canyon X sandstone formations with light beams, Arizona.

What to expect on your Antelope Canyon X tour with Taadidiin Tours

Navajo tour guide with tourists at Antelope Canyon tour.
Antelope Canyon X sandstone formations with light filtering through.
Visitor exploring narrow sandstone walls of Antelope Canyon X.
Hiker exploring narrow sandstone walls in Antelope Canyon.
Man photographing Antelope Canyon's rock formations with smartphone.
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Learn about the history of the Tadytin family & its impact on the Navajo people

Eight generations of the Tadytin family have resided in the area. The tours offer an oral account of the history of the Navajo people over the years, for personal & impactful cultural insights into the region.

Cover two sections of Antelope Canyon X

Upper X has wider pathways, and the canyons narrow towards the top; meanwhile, Lower X has narrow pathways with the section opening up as it reaches the top. Explore the two sections with two different canyon structures in one tour.

Certified tour operators

Taadidiin Tours are the only tour operators certified to provide tours of Antelope Canyon X, making them the most experienced & expert-led guided tours.

Comfortable experience

Antelope Canyon X has relatively stable terrain, with no descents down stairs, but the terrain is still sandy and uneven at the entrance. The people of Taadidiin Tours have added a walkway at the canyon entrance to help visitors navigate the sandy & uneven terrain with ease.

Photo opportunities

Listen to your Navajo guide as they will provide tips on where you can snap the best photos of your Antelope Canyon X tour.

Tours offered by Taadidiin Tours

Visitors entering Antelope Canyon X, surrounded by red rock formations in Arizona.

Taadidiin Tours are the only tour operators who offer certified & Navajo guided tours of Antelope Canyon X. They offer hiking tours & photography tours of the slot canyons. Transport from the Taadidiin Tours office to the canyon entrance, along with the Navajo Parks permit fee, and your Navajo guide are included in the ticket.

Recommended experience:

  • Antelope Canyon X Tour with Navajo Guide

Highlights of your Antelope Canyon X tour

Person exploring narrow passage in Antelope Canyon, Arizona.
Antelope Canyon X sandstone formations with light filtering through.
Person exploring narrow passage in Secret Antelope Canyon, southwest slot canyons.
Guests exploring the red rock formations of Antelope Canyon.
Person exploring narrow sandstone walls in Upper Antelope Canyon, Arizona.

Taadidiin Tours | A historical context

  • 19th century: The Tadytin family settles into the Antelope Canyon X region.
  • 1860s: Hastiin Tadidinii, the ancestor who first settled into the area, hid in the slot canyon sections for 4 years to avoid capture, with other Navajo people, during the period of unrest known as the Long Walk of the Navajo.
  • 1868: The Long Walk of the Navajo ends after the signing of the Bosque Redondo Treaty & Hastiin Tadidinii makes his way back home.
  • 1868-1870s: Hastiin Tadidinii's son, Clyde Tadytin, builds a family homestead after the treaty is signed.
  • 2016: Taadidiin Tours starts offering guided tours of Antelope Canyon X, providing historic context of their family legacy & struggles over 8 generations.

About the Navajo guides at Taadidiin Tours

Welcome sign to the Navajo Nation with text in English and Navajo.

The family-run tours are all led by the Diné (Navajo) people of the land, and they offer personal insights into the region, its significance to the Navajo people, and narrate legends & stories of their ancestors throughout the experience. They are well-versed in the area and ensure that all visitors have a safe, comfortable, enjoyable, and educational experience while on tour.

Know before you go

Antelope Canyon X sandstone formations with light beams in Arizona.

First tour starts at: 8:30am
Final tour starts at: 2:30pm (can vary based on seasonal changes)
Tour duration: 90 minutes (approximately 60 minutes inside the canyon)

Best time to visit: Visit during the shoulder season, which spans April, May, September, and October. Choose to go around midday to get the best lighting for your photographs. Enjoy fewer crowds & milder weather.

Please note: Arrive at your tour operator’s office 30 minutes before your tour is scheduled to start.

Address: MP 308, AZ-98, Page, AZ 86040, United States | Find on Maps

Arrive at the tour office to begin your check-in and safety briefing. Meet your Navajo guide and board the 4x4 vehicle to go on an off-road journey to the canyon entrance (3 miles).

Parking: There is parking available at the tour office for all vehicles.

No littering sign in desert area with crossed-out trash symbols.
  • You cannot litter while you are on your tour in the canyon sections.
  • Do not touch the sandstone walls within Antelope Canyon X to preserve its natural beauty.
  • No food, beverages (a small reusable water bottle is allowed), bags, tripods, selfie sticks, drones, or professional recording equipment is permitted inside Antelope Canyon X.
  • You cannot bring your pets, service animals, or animals of any kind on the tour.
  • Offer cash as a tip to your Navajo guide at the end of your tour. A gratuity of $3-$5 per person is customary.
  • Walking sticks, canes, or similar aids are not permitted inside the canyon.
No wheelchair access sign on gravel path.
  • Antelope Canyon X is not wheelchair or stroller accessible.
  • This experience is not recommended for pregnant visitors or anyone who cannot complete the hike.
  • Anyone undergoing or recovering from any respiratory, cardiac, mobility, or related injuries should refrain from joining the tour.
  • The tour is not advised for individuals over 60 years of age during the summer months (May to September) due to the high temperatures.
  • There are no restrooms inside the canyon. Facilities are available at the tour operator’s office, so plan accordingly.
  • Parking is available at the tour operator’s office.
  • Your Navajo guide is trained to provide first aid in case of emergencies.
Plan your visit to Antelope Canyon

Frequently asked questions about Taadidiin Tours

Tours begin at the Taadidiin Tours base site, located off Highway 98 near Page, Arizona. After check-in, guests are transported by 4x4 vehicles to the canyon entrance, where a Navajo guide leads the group through both slot canyons. The guides not only help guests capture the best photos but also share stories about Navajo culture, geology, and the canyon’s sacred significance.