Navajo Nation ~ Taadidiin Tours
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Hike Overview
The Antelope Canyon X Hiking Tour is a guided walk through a narrows slot canyon on Navajo land near Page, Arizona. The route follows a defined trail with a local guide, winding between smooth and sculpted sandstone walls that open into wider sections and light wells, and provides a more accessible slot canyon experience compared with other nearby canyons.
Type: Out and Back Hike
Length: 1 Mile ~ Tour is 1.5 hours
Arrival Time: Arrive 30 minutes prior to your leave time so that you can fill out the waiver.
Difficulty: Easy
Terrain: Sand Hill, Narrow Sandstone Slot Canyons
Elevation Gain: 200 feet
Dog Friendly: No
Park Pass/Permit Required: No
Time Zones: Daylight Savings Time this year is from March 9 at 2 AM to Sunday, November 2 – At this time the Navajo Reservation and Utah are one hour ahead of Arizona. Your phone might bounce back and forth in this area, making it very confusing. It is advisable to lock your phone’s time zone in your settings to avoid this issue.
Tripods: Are NOT allowed on the hiking tour
Directions to the Trailhead
This hike is located on the Navajo Reservation 12 miles southeast of Page Arizona at Mile Post 307.9 on Highway 98.
Antelope Canyon X Hike Description
The Antelope Canyon X hiking tour takes you through a slot canyon near Page Arizona and is part of the iconic Antelope Canyon. It is only accessible through Taadidiin Tours. Enjoy the a more intimate and relaxed atmosphere with smaller groups. The hike takes you through two beautiful slot canyons, where experienced Navajo guides will be there to help you capture unforgettable photos and make the most of your adventure. Canyon X is a stupendous slot canyon located on the edge of the Navajo Nation known for its striking, narrow passageways and dramatic light beams. Canyon X offers visitors a serene and intimate experience compared to its more crowded counterparts Upper and Lower Antelope Canyons. The canyon features beautiful, winding rock formations carved by centuries of water and wind, with vibrant, swirling reds and oranges that create a photographer’s paradise. Accessible only through guided tours, Canyon X provides a peaceful, less-trafficked alternative for those looking to explore the natural beauty of the desert in a more relaxed setting.
Antelope Canyon X Highlights
- Smaller Individualized Group Sizes
- Less Hurried
- Knowledgeable and friendly Navajo guides are well-versed in the area’s natural history, as well as the traditional beliefs and customs of the Navajo (Diné) people.
- These slot canyons are second to none as far as beauty. They are every bit as gorgeous as the more popular (busy) Upper and Lower Antelope Canyons that lay a short distance down the wash from here.
- Well maintained vehicles and trails
- Safety Gear – There is a detailed plan of action and more that adequate safety gear and protocols in place in case of emergency
Antelope Canyon X Hiking Information
- Operates on Arizona time (Mountain Standard, Phoenix)) and do not observe Daylight Savings Time. We are the same time as Flagstaff, Sedona, Phoenix, Page, AZ.
- Does not offer tours to Upper or Lower Antelope Canyon.
- Same day inquiries are accepted as walk-in only based on availability. First tour departs at 9:00 am.
- A phone call to make a reservation is not accepted.
- Pregnant women are strongly discouraged from participating due to areas that could be strenuous on the tour.
- All customers must be able to walk unassisted on uneven surfaces and elevation changes i.e., steep incline/decline. A walking stick can be used if necessary.
- There are NO ladders involved in this tour.
- Young children are allowed.
- Photographs or video taken for commercial use are prohibited.
- Customers must abide by all instructions given by employees of Antelope Canyon X
- Dates are released per quarter.
- Q1 (Jan. – Mar.) is made available Dec. 1.
- Q2 (April – June) will be released January 1.
- Q3 (July – Sept.) will be released April 1.
- Q4 (Oct. – Dec. will be released July 1.
Bring these items
- Camera/Cell phone
- Water
- Jacket in the colder months
Do not bring these items:
- Drones
- Pets
- Strollers
- Metal frames baby carriers
- No Smoking
- Bags of any size (purses, backpacks, camel paks, fanny packs, wristlets, clear bags, camera bags, etc.)
- Tripods/monopods, selfie sticks