Customer Questions

Hello Kristin,
Apologies for the delay in response to your inquiry. Contact information for tour outfitters is provided in this article.
Alley 🙂

March 27, 2018 at 3:27 PM

Aldaron,
Hello and thank you for visiting our site. Below is an approximate map of the area covered on the Hidden Canyon Kayak Antelope Canyon Tour. Note that Antelope Point Marina is included, since that’s where you would meet your guide. And yes, you kayak a ways up the canyon, then back down. For more detailed information, or to book your tour, visit Hidden Canyon Kayak Tours or call (928) 660-1836

Hope that helps and that you have a wonderful trip!
Alley 🙂

March 25, 2018 at 8:33 PM

Hi Yaniv,
Both Lower and Upper Antelope Canyon require a guided tour to explore. As to which one you tour, it depends on how much physical exertion you can handle. Lower Antelope Canyon is ~600m long and requires some stair climbing and a little boulder scrambling; Upper is easy, flat the whole way and is only 100m long (although a 2-mile buckboard truck ride down a dirt path is required to get to the canyon’s entrance).
How To Book A Tour Of Antelope Canyon
Hope that helps and that you have a wonderful trip!
Alley 🙂

March 25, 2018 at 8:17 PM

Hi Fernando,
Dogs are not allowed in Lower Antelope Canyon, unless they are certified service animals for those with disabilities. Proper certification of such would be required in that case, as would prior approval from the Antelope Canyon tour outfitter you go with. If your pet does not meet this requirement, and you’re looking for boarding while you tour the slot canyons, contact the Page Animal Hospital at 928-645-2816. I personally boarded my dogs there many times when I lived in Page, and never had a problem.
Hope that helps! Good luck and safe travels,
Alley 🙂

March 23, 2018 at 3:45 PM

Hi Stephen and thank you for your question.
Before you commit to flying into Phoenix and out of Las Vegas, you might want to verify rental car drop-off fees. Due to the distance between cities and general remote nature of this part of the US, many rental car outlets charge pretty high fees for dropping a vehicle anywhere other than where you picked it up.
Whether you decide to go ahead with this plan, or fly into and out of Phoenix, you’ll still be very limited on what you can accomplish in a reasonable amount of time.
Not sure if you’re flying in from overseas and having to go through customs, but assuming you’re not, and that your flight lands on time, you should still plan to spend another 60-90 minutes at the airport to claim your bags and pick up your rental car. That would put you on the road at roughly 1:00 PM. Stop at In-N-Out Burger just North of Phoenix and grab some lunch, then continue toward Grand Canyon South Rim. The drive from Phoenix to GC takes about 4.5 hours going the most direct route, but factoring in stops for meals, restrooms, things that catch your eye, etc., you could easily extend that to 5.5 hours. That would put you at Grand Canyon South Rim at about 6:30 PM, which happens to be just before sunset. Recommend you make lodging reservations at Grand Canyon Park Village, or at least in Tusayan/GC Village South just outside the park. Grand Canyon hotels As it sounds like you’ve deduced, driving in the dark is not recommended in this part of the US due to lack/scarcity of supplemental lighting on local roads.
The next day, drive back to Las Vegas, which is also about a 4.5 hour drive if you go direct. Before you hit the road in earnest, though, take a helicopter or airplane flight over the Grand Canyon. This will allow you to see areas of the canyon you wouldn’t otherwise be able to see by car, or by foot, even if you did have the time. Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour Morning flights are recommended for better light and less wind.
After your flight, you can choose to take the drive to Las Vegas at a leisurely pace by stopping in Route 66 fixtures such as Williams, AZ or Seligman, AZ, or driving over Hoover Dam.
Notice I’ve left out Antelope Canyon, Horseshoe Bend, and Zion. You simply don’t have time to fit all that into your trip. You’ll need to choose one destination and focus on it for the best quality experience, and if you’ve never been to the Grand Canyon, that’s the one I recommend you focus on and save the other attractions for when you have the time to do them justice. Ultimate 1-Week Itinerary in Northern AZ/Southern UT
Good luck, I know it’s a tough choice.
Alley 🙂

March 22, 2018 at 4:41 PM

Hey Andy,
Thank you for your compliments, and for your very excellent question. You yourself seem to be a fountain of knowledge, not to mention courage!
First off, you can obtain your permit for Waterholes Canyon at the Horseshoe Bend Slot Canyon Tours office, so if we don’t answer any questions to your satisfaction, rest assured the personnel there could. According to our sources, there is a possibility to get out of the canyon near the “Wall,” near a power line. The Wall is on the north rim of Waterholes Canyon. It’s not far, maybe a 20 minute (?) walk. Some more good sources of information on this area: TheWave.info USHikes.com (German language site)
As for a “back way” into the second slot area, if there is one, we could not in good conscience promote it since it would probably cross over onto private property in the town of LeChee. Here again, the folks at Horseshoe Bend Tour (the sole authorized concessionaire into Secret Canyon) would be the ones to give you guidance on this.
The Smoky Mountain Road under the best of circumstances can be a white-knuckler. If you take a rental car on it, you will be voiding your insurance policy once you get off pavement, and if you sustain any damage or get stuck, you will be on the hook for it financially. Frankly, we cannot advise taking the chance. If you wish to go to Alstrom Point, the Horseshoe Bend Slot Canyon folks also run tours to this area. Doing that drive back to Page in the dark is another risky proposition we don’t recommend. I’ve personally driven around that area at night (back when I was young and foolish LOL) and saw my life flash before my eyes a few times!
Let us know how you get on, and if you have further questions, please don’t hesitate to ask 🙂
Alley

March 22, 2018 at 8:33 PM

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From Andy

Alley,
First, thanks, we’ll avoid Alstrom at night, for sure.
Visited SO, Mid UT last Sept and jumped at the chance to come back in mid-April after a meeting popped up in Phoenix.
Snagged a couple spots for South Buttes area (I put in as a single for the Wave, but did not get) and have a hike planned for GSENM in the Big Horn canyon/Zebra slot area and am excited about hunting for Moqui balls (with my camera) there.
Plan to go up Cottonwood and come back down via Smoky but maybe I should ask you if someone in Page rents 4×4 jeeps? Ideas?
Thanks for the Wave.info site. I’ve used that for planning photo stops at South Buttes and I see other links now that will use for future planning. Great source for info.
two more questions:
1. do you consider Secret Canyon a good alt to Antelope since my wife isn’t a photographer and wouldn’t go on “photo” tour?
2. where’s a good spot, not Alstrom, for sunset at the lake?
Thanks so very much : )

March 23, 2018 at 2:40 PM

Hi Leanne and thank you for your excellent question.
The kayak tour of Antelope Canyon’s waterside is not intended to be a “substitute” for the landside tour. On the landside tour, you’ll see the iconic slot canyon scenery that you’re expecting to see. The kayak tour will give you a greater appreciation for the length and complexity of Antelope Canyon as it relates to Lake Powell (an intermittent creek that drains into it), but the scenery and experience is quite different.
If possible, try and do both. If you can’t, stick to the walking tour of Lower Antelope Canyon. That’s the one that will give you the “picture postcard” views you’re expecting to see of Antelope Canyon.
Hope that helps and that you have a great trip.
Alley 🙂
P.S. Please keep in mind that August is monsoon season in Page, AZ, which means thunderstorms routinely roll in during the afternoon hours that sometimes necessitate cancellation of Antelope Canyon tours. Try and schedule any slot canyon activities for the morning hours.

March 22, 2018 at 4:19 PM

Hi Axel, and thank you for visiting our site.
Strange as it may sound, the outfitter you choose for your photo tour of Upper Antelope Canyon isn’t super-important. Their tours are virtually identical, right down to the footsteps, and the dollar. During the summer months, the timeframe between 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM is regarded as best for getting the light beams and best colors in your shot. The guides are all well-trained in how to accomplish good shots and will help you set up your camera and tripod. Pick the outfitter who has availability at the time that works best for you and book a spot. Don’t delay or overthink it, or you could find tours sold out.
As for Lower Antelope Canyon, you should consider carefully whether your daughter can handle the physical aspects of it. It involves some stair climbing and stepping over a few boulders. Some pre-school age children have hiked it without a problem; others have had to have their parents carry them. You might watch this video walk-through of Lower Antelope Canyon before making a decision.
Hope that helps. Good luck and safe travels!
Alley 🙂

March 18, 2018 at 6:03 PM

Hi Rick,
Thank you for your visit, October is a great time of year to travel in this area!
For the itinerary you are proposing, Las Vegas or Salt Lake City would be the best airports to fly into. One thing to keep in mind, though, is that visitor facilities at the North Rim of the Grand Canyon close October 15th, and if you haven’t made lodging reservations there yet, you’re quite likely to find them sold out.
Another thing: your itinerary is overly ambitious given an 8-day timeframe.
A more realistic itinerary would be something like this:
Day 1 – Arrive @ Las Vegas, drive to Grand Canyon North Rim (4.5 hours), overnight either at one of the North Rim Lodges or Kanab, Utah Grand Canyon North Rim Hotels
Day 2 – Drive from Grand Canyon North Rim to Page (2.5 hours), visit Horseshoe Bend, tour Antelope Canyon, overnight.
Day 3 – Take 90-minute airplane sightseeing tour over Monument Valley, and/or Lake Powell boat tour or Glen Canyon Float Trip, overnight in Page.
Day 4 – Drive from Page to Bryce Canyon (approximately 3 hours), take day hike or tour in the area, overnight in Bryce Canyon area.
Day 5 – Drive from Bryce Canyon to Capitol Reef (2.5 hours), overnight in Capitol Reef area.
Day 6/7 – Drive from Capitol Reef to Moab (2.5 hours), visit Arches National Park and Canyonlands National Park.
Day 8 – Drive from Moab to Salt Lake City (3.5 hours), fly home.

This itinerary has you flying into Las Vegas and out of Salt Lake City for the sake of convenience, but price-wise, it may be somewhat inconvenient if rental car drop-off fees are too high, so definitely check into that before committing. If you do opt to fly into and out of SLC, note that the drive from SLC to Grand Canyon North Rim will be significantly longer, about 6.5 hours instead of 4.5.
Note also that I’ve left Monument Valley off the itinerary since it is “tourable” from Page and would allow for more quality time around the Lake Powell area.
Hope that helps. Take care and safe travels!
Alley 🙂

March 18, 2018 at 5:55 PM

Hi Marichu,
To visit Antelope Canyon from Las Vegas, one can choose to self-drive, or take a guided tour.
Since the drive from Las Vegas to Page, AZ is about 5 hours one-way, you won’t have much time for peripheral sightseeing, but the drive itself is very scenic and you’ll have no shortage of photo ops. If you get an early enough start, you can make a short detour through Zion National Park, which will add another 60-90 minutes onto an already long drive.

Once in Page, you can tour Antelope Canyon or Horseshoe Bend first. The order in which you visit will depend on when you can get reservations for an Antelope Canyon Tour (they are a must).
If you have more time to work with, you might consider visiting the Glen Canyon Dam and Carl Hayden Visitors Center, the John Wesley Powell Memorial Museum or the Big Water, Utah Visitors Center.
If all that sounds like a bit of a pain, frankly, it is. So if you’d prefer to have someone else make the tour arrangements and coordinate logistics, you might consider a guided tour from Las Vegas to Antelope Canyon. Options include motorcoach or airplane/ground tour combination.
Honestly, though, the best way to go about this is to stay overnight in Page, AZ. Due to the driving distance and other factors, an overnight stay will make for a much more comfortable experience for you and your family. Page, AZ hotels
Hope that helps – good luck and travel safe!
Alley 🙂

March 15, 2018 at 1:16 PM

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From Marichu

Thank you so much for the information.

March 22, 2018 at 5:56 PM

Dear Donna,
Hello and thank you for your question.
If you wish to enter either Antelope Point Marina or Lake Powell Resort and Marina, they are both located within the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, so you would indeed be required to pay that $25 per vehicle entry fee, even if you were just having have lunch.
If you were planning on visiting the recreation area anyway to do a boat tour or rental, you would have to pay that fee anyway. Another consideration: if you are visiting any other National Parks or Monuments on your vacation, such as Grand Canyon, Bryce Canyon, Zion, etc., you might consider purchasing an America The Beautiful Federal Lands Access Pass. For $80, this pass grants you access to ALL National Parks, Monuments and Federal Fee Areas for 1 year’s time. In the typical week’s vacation in Northern AZ and Southern UT, the pass pays for itself. It would also carry over to Glen Canyon, but NOT Native American Tribal Parks like Antelope Canyon and Monument Valley.
Hope that helps! Good luck and safe travels,
Alley 🙂
P.S. If you decide against having lunch at the marina, there is a good selection of restaurants within Page, AZ. No entry fee required there.

March 14, 2018 at 2:38 PM

Dear Irina,
Hello and thank you for your question.
Unfortunately, Page, AZ is located in one of the most remote areas of the US, and as such, there are no coaches that go to Monument Valley from Page. Even if there were, making your way to Kanab, UT would be another challenge. There is no bus or scheduled air service between the two towns and relying on services like Lyft or Uber is iffy at best. Regarding hitch-hiking ANYWHERE in this area, forget about it. It is illegal within National Parks, and downright dangerous everywhere else.
The only other feasible option for including Monument Valley in your trip plans would be to take a tour flight out of the Page Municipal Airport (PGA). Flights typically run in the morning, so your tour group may be able to accommodate this somehow. If not, I recommend exploring other options for a guided tour that does go to Monument Valley. Trying to work it into a tour program that’s already tightly scheduled is going to be a losing battle.
Sorry to be the bearer of semi-bad news,
Alley 🙂

March 14, 2018 at 2:33 PM

Hi Kimberly,
If you’re referring to West Canyon on Lake Powell, it’s technically part of Glen Canyon National Recreation Area and not Navajo Indian Land, so permits aren’t required to get there. There are no boat tours that go there, either, but you can rent a boat from either Lake Powell Resort or Antelope Point Marina and go see it that way. It’s about 25 miles uplake from Glen Canyon Dam and you simply hike in as far as you desire. Be sure to wear appropriate footwear, sun protection and carry plenty of food and water.
Hope that helps. Good luck and safe travels!
Alley 🙂

March 13, 2018 at 7:23 PM

Hi Michele and thank you for your compliments!
First off, I’d recommend taking Petrified Forest and Death Valley off the list. In June, these areas are simply too hot to be enjoyed IMO. Take the time you might have spent there and allocate it to Sedona. Plenty to see and do, including Slide Rock State Park (natural waterslide), simple but scenic hiking and lots more.
If you’re going to 4 Corners, be aware that you won’t spend much time there as there’s not much to it, but you’ll pass by Monument Valley, and we’d definitely recommend spending at least a day there.
As for water-based activities in Page, the float trip is nice, and the kids are given an opportunity to swim (although the water is REALLY cold!). The kayak tour is more “hands-on” and your boys might find that more enjoyable than sitting on a raft for 3 hours.
Camping is another thing you might want to rethink in Page. Nights don’t get that cool in June, and you might appreciate having some A/C. If your campervan is powered, you might want to stay at an RV park that has electrical hook-ups. In Page, those are the Wahweap/Stateline RV Park & Campground at Lake Powell Resort, which is in the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area (entrance fees required) and the Page/Lake Powell Campground in the town of Page itself. Page, Arizona RV & Camping Options
Hope that helps. Best wishes for safe travels!
Alley 🙂

March 12, 2018 at 5:06 PM

Hi Michelle,
First off, decide whether you want to visit Upper or Lower Antelope Canyon. In a nutshell, Upper is easy, 100 yards, flat the whole way; Lower is a bit more difficult, involves some stair climbing and boulder-stepping. Upper Vs. Lower Antelope Canyon When you choose which branch of Antelope Canyon to see, make a reservation for a tour.
Be sure to stop by Horseshoe Bend as well, either on your way from Phoenix to Page, or on the trip back. Try to avoid driving at night if at all possible.
Other activities you might consider, depending on time of year you’re visiting and daylength, include but are not limited to:
* Hidden Canyon Kayak Tour
* Lake Powell Canyon Adventure Boat Tour
* Rainbow Bridge Air Tour
* Glen Canyon Half-Day Float Trip
Hope that helps. Best wishes for safe travels!
Alley 🙂

March 12, 2018 at 4:56 PM

Hi Jacqueline and thank you for visiting our site.
Upper Antelope Canyon is short and easy, 100 yards long, pretty flat the whole way. It involves a short ride in a “buckboard truck” from your pick-up location to the entrance of the canyon.
Lower Antelope Canyon is longer (~600 yards), involves some stair climbing and boulder-stepping, but it sounds as though you’re fit enough to handle it. Video: Lower Antelope Canyon Walk-Through
As for tours that include both Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend, there are several out of Flagstaff, Sedona, Phoenix and Las Vegas, but if you’re planning on going Page, AZ, you can self-drive to Horseshoe Bend, then take a tour to either Upper or Lower Antelope.
Hope that helps. Best regards and safe travels!
Alley 🙂

March 12, 2018 at 4:47 PM

Hi Andrea,
Thank you for your compliments on our itinerary. Unfortunately, I cannot endorse this plan as is because it is too rushed and involves too much driving, especially at night.
On Day 1, for example, you’re proposing to drive from Las Vegas to Grand Canyon South Rim, which takes approximately 4.5 hours. You’re then wanting to view sunset at the Grand Canyon, which occurs at about 7:30 PM, then drive from the Grand Canyon to Monument Valley, which takes approximately 3 hours. That would put you at Monument Valley at approximately 11:00 PM. You have to realize that in Northern Arizona, local roadways are not very well lit, and in the Navajo Indian Reservation (where Monument Valley is located), some are not lit at all. I myself have made the drive from the Grand Canyon to Monument Valley at night and suffice it to say, I’ll never do it again. I saw my life flash before my eyes a couple of times.
Stay at the Grand Canyon instead on Day 1.
On Day 2, drive to Page (which takes approximately 3 hours), stop at Horseshoe Bend on the way into town. If you get an early enough start out of the South Rim, you might catch an afternoon tour of Antelope Canyon.
On Day 3, you could take an overflight of Monument Valley, then proceed to Bryce Canyon (also about a 3 hour drive).
On Day 4, you won’t have time to do much in Bryce Canyon because the drive to Las Vegas via Zion will take you about 4.5 hours.
As for Arches, forget it — you simply don’t have enough time.
Since you allude to “spending the rest of your days” in Las Vegas, that tells me you might be able to allot more time to this trip. I suggest you try to do so.
Best regards and safe travels!
Alley 🙂

March 12, 2018 at 4:43 PM

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From Andrea

Hi alley! I just saw your response. Thanks so much for all your help!! I really want to go to arches, maybe I’ll ask for one or two more days to spend so we can see it also. Again thanks so much! We’ll definitely use your suggestions. 🙂

March 23, 2018 at 8:01 PM

Hi Victor,
Ryan is away from the office at the moment, but I am happy to help you!
Knowing when you were traveling would help me advise you a bit better with regard to Petrified Forest. In the summertime, that area is VERY hot and doesn’t offer a lot of shade, so if you’re traveling during the warmer months of the year, I’d recommend skipping it.
Also, knowing where you’re flying into would put things in better perspective. Certain destinations are more conducive to using Phoenix as a staging city; others are in closer proximity to Las Vegas.
As for the rest, I’d recommend:
Sedona – 3 days
Grand Canyon South Rim – 1-2 days
Page/Lake Powell – 2 days
If you do decide on going to Petrified Forest/Painted Desert, 1 day is sufficient for that area.
Certain tours should be reserved in advance, such as Antelope Canyon. Hotels in these areas should also be booked ahead of time.
Another thing to plan on purchasing: an America The Beautiful Federal Lands Access Pass. For $80, this card grants you access to all National Parks and Monuments in the US for one year’s time. If you visit Grand Canyon, Glen Canyon/Lake Powell and Petrified Forest/Painted Desert on this trip, it will pay for itself. However, it does not carry over to Native American Tribal Parks such as Antelope Canyon and Monument Valley.
Hope that helps. Please don’t hesitate to contact us again if you need further assistance.
Safe travels to you and yours,
Alley 🙂

March 07, 2018 at 9:11 PM

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From Victor Albanese

Hi Alley,
Thank you for getting back to me. I’m flying into Flagstaff. I have 8 days in total. I’m was planning on staying 2 days at time in each location. I was planning on flying in getting my rental and start in Sedona. Hike for the day and then relax and do it again. then Travel to the Grand Canyon.. I guess my question- what is the smartest way to go about seeing horseshoe bend and antelope canyon- do I see lake Powell? and where would you suggest after that? I would have 2 more days.. and I would have to work my way back towards flagstaff. What do you suggest?
Thank you for all your help,
Victor

March 08, 2018 at 4:22 AM

Thank you so much, Neeka! Have a wonderful trip. For more tips you might find useful, visit our sister site, HorseshoeBend.com too 🙂

March 06, 2018 at 6:20 PM

Dear Ms. Mehta,
Hello and thank you for your inquiry!
We hope you’re looking forward to your upcoming trip to the US. Assuming that the Trafalgar package tour you’re referring to is the 15-day trip through Zion, Bryce, Yellowstone, Billings, Rapid City and Moab, you’re going to be seeing and doing a lot during those two weeks, so you might want to refrain from booking an activity every single day of your stay in Las Vegas. If that’s the way you wish to go, you can book most of the activities on your “wish list” through the Papillon Helicopters Group and its subsidiary, Grand Canyon Scenic Airlines. For the Las Vegas Death Valley Tour, Pink Jeep Tours is a good outfitter with comfortable vehicles and comprehensive programs.
For Grand Canyon West and the Skywalk, consider the Indian Country Adventure Airplane Tour or the Skywalk Helicopter Getaway
For Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend, the only day trip options from Las Vegas are by plane or bus. If you prefer to travel by plane, choose the Antelope Canyon Expedition . If you prefer to travel by bus, TakeTours offers a reasonably priced package, but to our understanding, it’s only available on certain days of the week.
For a Las Vegas Strip helicopter tour, you can choose one with or without limousine transfers.
By the way, all of the air tours that originate from Las Vegas include a flyover of Hoover Dam. If you’re wanting something more in-depth, you can opt for a close-up flyover of Hoover Dam and the bypass bridge, or combination air/ground tours, some that even include a smooth water rafting trip from the base of the Dam. Hoover Dam Tours
With all you’re wanting to do, you may not have the time or inclination to do much more, but if you’re looking for family-friendly entertainment, Las Vegas has a lot to offer.
Regarding hotels without resort fees, unfortunately, they’re hard to come by and the ones that don’t charge them are typically on the lower end market. Since you prefer 4- and 5-star accommodations anyway, I wouldn’t sweat the resort fees too heavily and just concentrate on having fun. Better hotels showing availability for your desired dates include, but aren’t limited to:
Encore
Mandarin Oriental
ARIA
Vdara (non-gaming/non-smoking)
Red Rock
Elara
Bellagio
JW Marriott
Signature at MGM Grand

Hope that helps you get started in your planning! Have a wonderful trip and best wishes for safe travels,
Alley 🙂
P.S. Regarding your diet, Las Vegas welcomes many visitors from India, so local restaurants are very well-prepared to accommodate your needs. If you go any of the tours mentioned, which typically include a meal, be sure to let the tour company know about your preferences.

March 01, 2018 at 6:13 PM

Hi Lily,
Thank you for your compliments on our page!
I’m going to take a slightly different approach and “reverse-engineer” your itinerary, meaning, start from the end and work my way back to the beginning.
First off, Day 2 involves too much driving. It takes approximately 3 hours to drive from Page to Grand Canyon South Rim, then another 4.5-5 hours to drive from Grand Canyon South Rim to Las Vegas, and that’s driving direct, which adds up to 8-9 hours driving time at minimum. That, in my opinion, would be too trying for not only your folks, but for you. Another concern is nighttime driving is best avoided in this part of the country due to the scarcity of artificial lighting on many roadways and the tendency for deer, elk and other nocturnal wildlife to congregate around them.
As for whether I recommend anything else for you to visit, no — you simply don’t have enough time.
If two days is truly all you have, then I recommend choosing one destination and making the most of it. If you’ve never been to the Grand Canyon, then that’s the one you should go with. Stay overnight in the park, if possible. If not, book a hotel in Tusayan/Grand Canyon Village South. Grand Canyon Hotels
The drive from Las Vegas to Grand Canyon South Rim takes approximately 4.5-5 hours one way driving directly. With an early enough start, you might stop at Hoover Dam, and also take a slight detour to Seligman, AZ to visit some Route 66 attractions. That would extend your drive to 6-7 hours. Check into your hotel, maybe do some easy walking along the easy, paved Grand Canyon Rim Trail, catch sunset at one of the viewpoints, and maybe treat yourselves to a nice dinner at the El Tovar Hotel (reservations required) or the Coronado Room at the Best Western Grand Canyon Squire Inn in Tusayan.
The next morning, get up early, maybe take the free shuttles out to the viewpoints on the Hermit’s Rest/West Rim Drive, or walk a short distance down the Bright Angel Trail, or take a Grand Canyon helicopter tour before heading back to Las Vegas. Sunset occurs at about 6:30 PM in September, so time your drive accordingly.
If you still wish to visit Page, AZ, Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend during your visit, add another night to your trip. That way you can enjoy everything on your “wish list” comfortably.
Hope that helps – good luck and safe travels!
Alley 🙂

February 27, 2018 at 2:38 PM

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From Lily

Dear Alley,

That sounds like a really good recommendation! Thank you very much for your recommendation! It is so nice of you in spending so much time in helping others out!

In such way, I will plan with my brother again, so that we won’t be driving too much!

Cheers!
Lily

March 06, 2018 at 2:07 AM

Dear Venkat,
Hi and thank you for visiting.
Sunrise is at about 6:30 AM and sunset occurs at approximately 6:30 PM during early March, so you will have ample sunlight in order to enjoy both tours. Be sure you make reservations for both Upper and Lower Antelope Canyon tours before you arrive. How To Book A Tour For Antelope Canyon
If you find you have time to spare on either end of your sightseeing day, you might visit the John Wesley Powell Museum, the Navajo Village Heritage Center or the Carl Hayden Visitors Center at Glen Canyon Dam. Make reservations for hotels, and don’t forget to stop by Horseshoe Bend, too.
Hope that helps. Enjoy your visit!
Alley 🙂

February 26, 2018 at 9:21 PM

Hi Erin and thanks for your question.
Lake Powell Boat Tours don’t run on a regularly scheduled basis until April 1st because of the weather. March is typically cold and windy — not exactly optimal conditions for boating. Occasionally, though, a boat tour will run if there are at least 15 people willing/able to book it. You might try contacting the boat tour office directly a few days prior to your visit to see if anything is confirmed to operate.
For Lake Powell Resort Boat Tours, call 928-645-2433
For Antelope Point Marina Boat Tours, call 928-645-5900
Good luck and hope that helps!
Alley 🙂

February 26, 2018 at 12:42 AM

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From Erin

Thank you Alley, that’s very helpful!

February 28, 2018 at 12:51 AM

Hi Kathy,
Apologies for the delay in response to your inquiry. Cancellations for lodging inside the park do occur, and many don’t make it back into online inventory. You might try phoning Xanterra South Rim (the main lodging concessionaire) and Delaware North (concessionaire for one of the in-park lodges) periodically to check and see if any rooms have freed up.
Their phone #’s are:
Xanterra Parks & Resorts: 888-297-2757
Delaware North: 877-404-4611
If you prefer to stick with your original plan of basing out of Flagstaff, you won’t have enough time on Day 2 to squeeze Wire Pass and Buckskin Gulch into your day. These are located a 45 minute drive one-way from Page, and with the days being short as it is, you could run out of sunlight at a rather inopportune time. If you have some extra time to work with that day, you might stop by The “New” Wave, a small, but interesting cluster of rock formations located a short distance Northwest of the Glen Canyon Dam Bridge.
Have a great trip and let us know how things go!
Alley 🙂

February 27, 2018 at 2:51 PM

Hi Kathy,
If you and your boys are relatively fit, you might consider touring Lower Antelope Canyon instead of Upper. Upper is a 100 yard, mostly flat walk whereas Lower requires some stair climbing and simple boulder scrambling. Here’s a video of a full-walk through that might help you decide. As for other activities you might do in the Page, AZ area, Horseshoe Bend is a definite must, which you can hit easily enough on your way into town from Flagstaff. You might also visit Glen Canyon Dam and time permitting, take one of the tours. Or perhaps the short, scenic Lakeshore Drive which offers outstanding views of Lake Powell. It is in the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, however, requiring a $25 per vehicle entrance fee.
Keep in mind that the driving distance/time from Flagstaff to Page is ~2.5 hours each way (not factoring in stops), and driving in the dark is strongly discouraged in this part of the country due to the lack of artificial lighting on local roadways, and the tendency of wildlife to congregate around them after dusk. Sunset occurs a bit after 6:00 PM during the month of April.
Same deal for your South Rim day – it takes about 90 minutes to drive from Flagstaff to Grand Canyon South Rim, then ~2.5 hours to drive from the South Rim to Sedona. The section us US89A from Flagstaff to Sedona is really windy and is crazy-scary to drive at night.
As you’ve probably gathered by this point, using Flagstaff, AZ as a “home base” is not really optimal. Staying there necessitates a long drive on either end of a full day of sightseeing, which has its own drawbacks. You might consider staying in Page, AZ for your day there, then at Grand Canyon South Rim for the day you choose to explore that area.
Hope that helps and that you have a wonderful vacation, whatever you choose to do!
Alley 🙂

February 23, 2018 at 8:01 PM

You’re welcome, Ania! Best to you,
Alley 🙂

February 22, 2018 at 11:13 PM

Hi Ronnya,
There are lots of easy hikes in Zion that don’t involve big drop-offs. A few “iconic” hikes that are also family friendly include the Riverside Walk, the Weeping Rock Trail and Emerald Pools Trail.
Regarding an address for the New Wave, there is no official one, but approximate GPS coordinates are 36.937177, -111.495294. Driving from Page, AZ, you would cross the Glen Canyon Dam Bridge, round a bend to the right, then just before the turn-off to the Lake Powell Resort complex on the right, you’ll see a turn-off to the left. That’s where you would go to start exploring the New Wave.

If you see any signage instructing you not to drive on that road, however, be sure to obey it.
Good luck and safe travels!
Alley 🙂

February 21, 2018 at 5:06 PM

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From Ronnya

Thank you! We are driving to Zion National Park. Would the new wave be on the way to Page Arizona? Is there any other National Park on our way to Zion National park

February 21, 2018 at 7:48 PM

Hi Rekha,
With one additional day to work with, you’ll need to choose one park. Attempting to drive to Bryce and Zion in one day would be too much, especially if you have to return to Vegas on Day 2.
Since Zion National Park would make for a short detour on your way back to Vegas, it would make for the most logical add-on to your itinerary.

One possible glitch is if you’re visiting during the spring, summer or early fall months is that you’ll need to take a shuttle into the park from the town of Springdale, UT, which will add more time onto an already long drive. Only those with lodging reservations are allowed to drive their own cars into the park during the peak visitation period.
Hope that helps. Have a fun trip!
Alley 🙂

February 21, 2018 at 5:09 PM

Hi Pallavi,
Glad you’ve found the information you were looking for on our site!
First of all, it is not necessary to visit both Upper and Lower Antelope Canyon in order to have a fulfilling visit to Page, AZ. Since both slot canyons are different segments of the same intermittent creek that drains into Lake Powell, the scenery will be very similar. Where they differ is terrain: Upper is an easy 100-yard, mostly flat walk, whereas Lower Antelope Canyon involves some stair climbing and easy bouldering. If you’re physically OK with doing Lower, I would stick with that and cancel the reservation for Upper Antelope Canyon. 10:30 AM is an excellent time to visit, by the way.
Regarding Horseshoe Bend, the view from the rim is completely exposed, so lighting is not an issue… except maybe at night, LOL 😉 Opinions vary on the best time to visit Horseshoe Bend, but according to ours, there’s no such thing as a “bad” time.
If the “boat ride” you refer to is the Glen Canyon Smooth Water Float Trip, here again, lighting won’t be an issue as the width of the canyon allows plenty of sunlight in.
If you find yourself with more time to work with, you might consider visiting the John Wesley Powell Memorial Museum or the Glen Canyon Dam Carl Hayden Visitors Center.
Hope that helps. Enjoy your visit!
Alley 🙂

February 14, 2018 at 7:38 PM

Hi Nancy,
Glad to hear you’re excited for your upcoming trip! September is a great time to be here. There aren’t any “raft” trips in/near Antelope Canyon, but there are water-based activities centered around it, namely boat tours and kayak tours.
Boat tours are offered by both Antelope Point Marina and Lake Powell Resort and Marina. Who you choose to go with would probably come down to convenience, for example, if you do a landside tour of Lower or Upper Antelope Canyon from the Tribal Park Entrance on US98, you can simply drive down to Antelope Point Marina afterward. If you opt to return to the town of Page after touring Antelope Canyon, then Lake Powell Resort would be the closer place from which to take a boat tour.
Kayak tours are offered by several vendors, but we are partial to Hidden Canyon Kayak, not only for their diverse range of tours, but for their excellent safety and service record. They offer a tour of Antelope Canyon’s waterside that takes advantage of cooler morning temperatures and calmer waters. Hidden Canyon Kayak Antelope Canyon Tour
Hope that helps. Have a wonderful time and be sure to make advance reservations for hotels and any tours you wish to take part in.
Alley 🙂

February 13, 2018 at 6:52 PM

Hi Ronnya!
I’m going to ‘reverse-engineer’ your itinerary, in other words, work backwards from the 22nd.
The drive from Page to Las Vegas takes ~4.5 hours. You want to avoid driving after dark if you can possibly help it due to the lack of supplemental/artificial lighting on area roads, and the tendency of deer, elk and other wildlife to congregate near local roadways. Sunrise is a little bit after 7 AM in February; sunset occurs at about 6:15. So, you want to start heading for Las Vegas at around 2:00 PM, maybe 3:00 PM at the latest. You will, after all, have LOTS of light to work with as you get closer to Las Vegas LOL
Touring both Upper and Lower Antelope Canyon is OK in theory, but in reality, not so much. They are both drainages of the same intermittent creek that flows into Lake Powell, so touring both of them would probably seem redundant after all was said and done. If you’re physically up for touring Lower Antelope Canyon, which requires some stair climbing and simple bouldering, stick with that. Though mid-day is generally regarded as the best time to tour Antelope Canyon, truthfully, any time is a good time. Find an open slot at a time that works for you and grab it.
Horseshoe Bend can be visited on either side of your Antelope Canyon tour (before or after). It is open 24/7. And yes, you are taking something of a “hike,” and not driving directly to the viewpoint. The distance from the parking lot to the overlook is 0.6 miles (1.2 miles round-trip) and is manageable for most people in reasonably good health. If anyone in your party feels like they can’t make the walk, there are other ways of seeing Horseshoe Bend, in your case, flying over it would be your other alternative. Visiting on foot, average/recommended time for experiencing Horseshoe Bend fully is 90 minutes-2 hours.
On the drive down from Zion National Park to Page, AZ, some sites you might consider stopping at, time permitting, are:
**The Paria Rimrocks-Toadstools Trail: at mile marker 19 between Page, AZ and Kanab, UT on US89 you’ll find a moderate 1.5 mile round-trip trail leading to a Mars-like landscape of whimsical hoodoos, balanced rocks and other geological oddities. Don’t be fooled by what looks like the end of the trail; a short rock scramble leads to the main hoodoo garden.
**The Big Water Visitor Center: located 15 miles Northwest of Page, AZ over the Utah border on US89, this small but impressive facility features locally-excavated dinosaur bones, a topographical relief map of the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, and award-winning paleontology and geology displays.
**The “New Wave:” approximately one mile past the Glen Canyon Dam Steel Arch Bridge, opposite the turn-off to the Lake Powell Resort complex, turn left instead and you’ll come to a small but interesting cluster of rock formations that bear more than just a passing resemblance to “The Wave.” Unlike the “Old Wave,” the “New Wave” requires no permits, and at the moment, no admission fee. The only caveat: the road is not regularly maintained and prone to washing out. If you see any signage stating “no admittance” or the like, obey it.
Good luck and have fun!
Alley 🙂

February 12, 2018 at 9:07 PM

Hi Thomas,
The Antelope Hidden Canyon Kayak tour runs between 3-4 hours depending on the water level of Lake Powell and how much (or little) hiking it allows for.
Keep in mind that July is peak of summer, therefore daytime temperatures will be very hot. For maximum comfort and personal safety, taking this tour in the morning is strongly recommended.
Hope that helps! Book your Antelope Hidden Canyon Kayak tour now.
Alley 🙂

February 12, 2018 at 3:11 PM

Hi Tessa,
Thank you for visiting our site and apologies for the delay in responding to your inquiry.
Congratulations on your “bundle of joy,” and kudos for making the decision to tour Page, AZ and its attractions while you still have the time and/or inclination LOL
Antelope Canyon is the only attraction you mention that requires reservations for a tour. You can catch one from the town of Page, or drive directly to the Tribal Park entrance on US98. Either way, it’s the same price and tour durations and logistics are virtually identical. Whichever way you choose to go, advance reservations are essential. How To Book A Tour For Antelope Canyon
Horseshoe Bend can then be visited at your leisure, with your own vehicle. Regarding Horseshoe Bend, the walking distance round-trip is 1.2 miles, and at the present time, you might encounter deep sand and some somewhat steep uphill terrain. Be sure to wear appropriate footwear and bring plenty of water. If you find yourself tiring, sit down to rest (there are benches on the trail), or skip this activity altogether. What To Do If You Can’t Make The Hike to Horseshoe Bend
As for a Lake Powell boat tour, probably best to keep such activities on the shorter side, and take them during the cooler part of the day (morning) in light of your pregnancy. Longer trips, such as the Rainbow Bridge boat tour, might push the limits of your endurance right now. Popular boat tours of duration of 3 hours or less include the Canyon Adventure Boat Tour and the Canyon Princess Dinner Cruise.
Good luck and have fun!
Alley 🙂

February 12, 2018 at 3:26 PM

Hi Lorna –
First and foremost requirement: choose which branch of the canyon you wish to tour. It will come down to how much exertion you are willing to do, or not do. Upper is “easy peasy,” just 100 yards in length, pretty flat the whole way. Lower is a bit more physical, requiring some stair climbing and simple bouldering. Once you decide on Upper or Lower, make a reservation. How to book a tour for Antelope Canyon
Since you’re coming from Las Vegas, I strongly recommend you plan your visit as an overnight tour, two nights if you can swing it. It takes approximately 5 hours one way to drive from Las Vegas to Page, so that makes for a very long day tour. If you weren’t planning on driving, you’ll need to take a tour of some sort. Package tours are available from Las Vegas by bus or by plane. How to get to Antelope Canyon from Las Vegas
Good luck and safe travels!
Alley 🙂

February 10, 2018 at 7:31 PM

Hi Armando,
First off, going to Page as a “day trip” from Sedona is less than ideal due to the driving distance. Google Maps indicates the drive time from Sedona to Page as 2.5 hours, but in reality, it ends up being more like 3.5+ hours because there are many points of interest along the way that you’ll no doubt want to stop at. Staying overnight in Page is best, but I imagine you’re locked into those reservations at Kachina Village, so there’s probably no choice in the matter.
Seeing as though daylength in February is relatively short (sun rises at 7 AM and sets at about 6 PM), and we strongly discourage driving in the dark, get as early a start as possible out of Sedona. Swing by Wupatki/Sunset Crater National Monuments just North of Flagstaff if you wish (they’re connected by a loop drive), then stop for breakfast/brunch at the Cameron Trading Post at the junction of US89 and AZ64.
Continuing North to Page, Horseshoe Bend is just South of town and a definite must-see, so make a stop there, allow for 1-2 hours to experience it.
Afterward, take a tour of Antelope Canyon. Now, here’s where you need a little advance planning because Antelope Canyon is extremely popular and advance reservations for tours are a must. You’ll need to decide whether to tour Lower Antelope Canyon (more physical, requires some stair climbing and simple bouldering) or Upper Antelope (shorter, easier, the better choice if you’re traveling with elderly or mobility compromised individuals). Mid-day is generally regarded to be the best time to tour the canyon, but any time is good. If you’re unable to secure reservations at Antelope Canyon, or have no desire to contend with the crowds, you might consider an alternate slot canyon tour, which will mean a longer, more physical tour, and a bit pricier, but a more intimate and personal experience is what you get in exchange.
In order to get back to Sedona by dusk, you should plan to leave Page no later than 3:30 PM. If you have more time to work with after your primary sightseeing objectives are completed, you might consider visiting the John Wesley Powell Museum or the Navajo Village Heritage Center. Another possibility would be a short trip on Lakeshore Drive to take in some views of Lake Powell. This area is within the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, so an entrance fee of $25 per vehicle would be required.
Hope that helps. Have a great trip!
Alley 🙂

February 08, 2018 at 5:23 PM

Hi Alex, and thanks for your compliments!
Before you commit to a plan that involves you flying into one airport and out of another, I would strongly recommend checking out costs of rental car fees. Due to the relative remoteness of Northern Arizona and Southern Utah, and major cities being somewhat few and far between, most rental car outlets charge rather hefty surcharges for dropping a vehicle anyplace other than where you picked it up.
The “great things” you heard about Zion are absolutely true! What’s more, it’s a huge park that deserves 2 days or your time in order to do it justice. Keep in mind though that if you’re not staying inside the park, you will be required to catch a shuttle out of the town of Springdale, UT in order to explore it, which isn’t a detriment necessarily because we recommend staying in Springdale if Zion comes at the end of your trip since it puts you closer to Las Vegas (~3 hours).
Regarding The Wave, chances are, you’re not going to get there. If you haven’t gone through the application process for an on-line permit, which took place in January, you’ll have to try for a walk-in permit the day prior to when you wish to hike. The walk-in permit process takes place in Kanab, UT, so you’d have to plan to be there first thing in the morning (8:00 AM local time IIRC), then when you fail to get a permit (which, statistically, is the most likely outcome), figure out other things to do that day. The “New” Wave would probably be a more realistic option. It’s a small but interesting cluster of rock formations, some of which bear a slight resemblance to The Wave but are more “monochromatic” in color. Here’s a map of how to get there from Page. Remember, though, that the road is unmaintained, and prone to washing out in storms, so be careful where you drive and if signs are posted stating “no admittance,” obey them.

So, long story short, an itinerary we’d recommend is:
Day 1: Drive from Las Vegas to Grand Canyon South Rim, overnight at GC
Day 2: Drive from GC to Page early, hit Horseshoe Bend on the way into town, take Antelope Canyon tour or Lake Powell Kayak tour, overnight in Page
Day 3: Take Antelope Canyon or Lake Powell Kayak Tour, hit “New” Wave, drive to Zion, overnight Springdale, UT
Day 4: More sightseeing in Zion if desired, fly out of Las Vegas
Are you sure you can’t arrange for a Day 5 in there somewhere? LOL
Take care and safe travels,
Alley 🙂

February 08, 2018 at 5:09 PM

Hi Aemillia,
If you’re definitely wishing to include Sedona in your trip plans, Phoenix would be the most logical airport to fly into. It’s 2-2.5 hours from PHX/Sky Harbor to Sedona, then another 3 hours to Page, then if you were to drive from Page back to PHX, the drive is approximately 4.5 hours.
In Page, popular activities include: the Glen Canyon Smooth Water Rafting Trip, Antelope Canyon Tours, Horseshoe Bend Overlook, boat tours on Lake Powell and tours of the Glen Canyon Dam. Availability of activities does depend on season; during the cooler months of the year, most water-based activities are on seasonal hiatus, but you can still find plenty to occupy 2 days’ time.
Popular activities in Sedona include jeep tours, a variety of hiking trails in varying degrees of difficulty, Chapel of the Holy Cross cultural site, Tlaquepaque shopping center and Slide Rock State Park. Here again, season of travel determines which activities are best for your family; Slide Rock State Park is essentially a swimming hole, which wouldn’t be much fun in February, but would be a welcome relief from the heat in June.
Have fun and safe travels!
Alley 🙂

February 03, 2018 at 3:51 PM

Hi Beth,
Unfortunately you won’t be able to take part in a kayak tour in February. It’s simply too cold to be on the water and be comfortable.
Sorry to be the bearer of bad news! 🙁
Alley

February 02, 2018 at 10:43 PM

Hi Mel and thank you for visiting our site today.
First thing: the Grand Canyon is conspicuously absent from your itinerary. Have you already been there? I’ll assume you have, and base my advice on Sedona and Page being the primary objectives of your March trip.
So: since you’re flying in “early” on Sunday, I’d suggest making the drive to Page that day. It takes about 4.5 hours to make the trip if you drive direct, but that rarely happens as the route is very scenic and you’ll no doubt find places you want to stop. Wupatki/Sunset Crater National Monuments, just North of Flagstaff are quite fascinating. An Ancestral Puebloan complex and a dormant volcano respectively are the predominant features at these monuments that are connected by a convenient loop drive.
If you get underway early enough, you might consider stopping at the Cameron Trading Post at the Junction of AZ64 and US89 for lunch. The Navajo Tacos are amazing, but caution: unless you’re absolutely starving, get the mini. The regular is huge! Or get the regular and take a to-go box for a snack later LOL.
On the way into Page, stop at Horseshoe Bend just South of town. For dinner, I’ve always been partial to Bonkers and Blue Buddha, but then again Page, Arizona restaurants offer quite a surprising variety to choose from. Tour Antelope Canyon the following morning (be sure to make reservations), then sometime early in the afternoon, head down for Sedona. It’s about a 3-hour drive if you don’t stop. If you didn’t get to tour Wupatki/Sunset Crater or do the Cameron Trading Post stop the day prior, you might do it then. Get settled in at your hotel in Sedona, do dinner at Elote, then the next day, consider doing a Pink Jeep Tour or walking tour around downtown Sedona.
Get a good night’s sleep, then head down to Phoenix for your flight out. By saving Sedona for the back half of your trip, you’ll only have a 2-hour drive to the airport.
Of course, this is contingent on lodging availability in both locations. Be sure you square that away first, then make reservations for your Antelope Canyon tour, as well as your table at Elote.
Also, sunset occurs at about 6:30 PM that time of year. Be sure you avoid driving after dark since artificial/supplemental lighting is kept to a bare minimum in this part of the country. The road from Flagstaff to Sedona in particular is very windy, which is crazy-scary driving in the dark (trust me, I’ve done it!).
Hope that helps. Good luck and safe travels!
Alley 🙂

February 02, 2018 at 4:15 PM

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From Melissa

Alley,
Thank you so much for the quick response! So, I have been to the Grand Canyon, but my brother has not. With such a short period of time do you think there is a route from Phoenix to Page that would give a good opportunity for me to stop and see the Grand Canyon with my brother? I know there is no time to actually hike the Canyon, so it wasn’t on the list, but if you think that there is a driving route to take that has us give him a good “look” I would be absolutely game to making the trek that way. Or if you said on the way from Page to Sedona it would be good to “swing by” the Canyon. I don’t want to spend all the time in the car, but then again if we are just that close it’s dumb not to show him I would do it. I have done Sedona and Grand Canyon in the past and loved Sedona so much. Love the suggestions and the tips! THANK YOU again for taking the time to educate and give great guidance to all of us!!!
Mel

February 03, 2018 at 4:41 PM

Hi Thomas,
If you’re referring to how to get to Kanab, UT to try your hand at the walk-in lottery for Wave permits for the following day, your best bet is to drive. If you’re flying into Las Vegas, the approximate drive time is 4 hours. Connecting flights from Las Vegas to St. George, UT are also available that would reduce your drive time to approximately 90 minutes. In either case, though, you should plan to arrive in Kanab, UT the day prior to when you want to try the lottery, and stay in a hotel for a minimum of 2 days time: 1 night prior to the lottery, then another night after you complete your hike to The Wave, should you be successful in obtaining a permit. In the likely event you are not successful, there are several tour companies in the area that can take you to other beautiful places that aren’t so hard to get access to, such as White Pocket, the “White” Wave, Mystical Slot Canyon and others.
Hope that helps and good luck,
Alley 🙂

January 31, 2018 at 6:47 PM

Hi Bonnie,
Personally, we wouldn’t recommend touring both Upper and Lower. Once you see one, the other will probably seem somewhat redundant or superfluous. At present, the Navajo tribe is doing some brainstorming to see how they can alleviate or ameliorate the congestion problem in both canyons. That said, though, I’d say if you’re physically up for doing Lower, stick with that. Choose a time that fits your schedule best. As you’ve deduced, the light beams probably won’t be there fully in March anyway.
Now, if you decide that you absolutely must tour both canyons, you are correct in that no single company tours both canyons. What you’ll need to do is drive down to the Tribal Park Entrance on US98 and tour the canyon with the outfitters that are based there. For Upper, the company is Antelope Canyon Navajo Tours. For Lower, there are two companies to choose from: Ken’s Lower Antelope Canyon Tours and Dixie Ellis’ Antelope Lower Canyon Tours. Both companies are good, offer basically the same tour, right down to the footstep – and the penny.
Be sure to make time to visit Horseshoe Bend while you’re here, too!
Good luck and safe travels,
Alley 🙂

January 27, 2018 at 6:28 PM

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From Bonnie Z

Thank you for your quick reply. I really do think we want to do both as this is our only chance to visit. What do you suggest for the timing issue so as to make sure we don’t get delayed at one and miss the other?

thank you!

January 29, 2018 at 5:14 AM

Hi Sarah,
Upper Antelope Canyon would probably be the best bet for a family with a toddler in tow. Lower, I would imagine, is a bit too long and too physical. Plus it would probably be awkward carrying your son through some of the tighter squeezes.
Hope that helps. Whatever you choose, be sure to make your tour reservations well in advance of your arrival.
Have a great day!
Alley 🙂

January 26, 2018 at 8:15 PM

Hi Sarah,

Could you tell me what was your choice?

Do you finally visit lower Canyon with your toddler?
Was it a good idea?

Thanks a lot.

Regards

February 21, 2018 at 4:40 PM

Hi Margaret, and thank you for visiting our site today!
For most parties with seniors, we tend to recommend Upper Antelope Canyon as the safer bet of the two, but then again we have folks 70-80+ hike Lower Antelope Canyon every day without trouble. In order to gauge its feasibility accurately for yourselves, we recommend watching this video of a Lower Antelope Canyon Walk-Through. If you decide against Lower Antelope, then Upper it is.
As for which tour company we recommend, in all honesty, it’s whoever has availability at the time closest to when you want to go. Between the different outfitters, the tours themselves are virtually identical, right down to the footstep, and the penny 😉 How To Book A Tour Of Antelope Canyon.
Hope that helps. Good luck and safe travels!
Alley

January 25, 2018 at 8:35 PM

OMG, I’m Alley K too! That’s awesome.
In answer to your questions, early March is a fine time for taking pictures in Antelope Canyon, as well as at Horseshoe Bend and Lake Powell. As to how busy it will be, that remains to be seen, but using 2017 as a gauge, it won’t be uncrowded by any means. The Page area doesn’t have much of an off-season anymore, so expect to share the area with other “spring breakers.” Regarding the weather, yes, it can still be quite chilly as March is in that transitional zone between winter and spring. Be prepared to dress warmly, and you’ll be well-prepared to enjoy your visit to the area.
Good luck and safe travels,
Alley K 🙂

January 25, 2018 at 8:32 PM

Dear Jessnom,
Hello and congratulations on y our upcoming wedding!
A couple of things that stick right out about your itinerary:
1. The Grand Canyon is missing. Was that an unintentional oversight, or have you already been there?
2. Trying to include Moab in this itinerary is probably a little too ambitious. It’s a 3+ hour drive from Las Vegas to Zion, and then a 5 hour drive from Zion to Moab. Another consideration? Zion warrants at least 2 days of your time, and Moab deserves at least 3 days. With 5-6 days total to work with, using Las Vegas as your starting point, I’d recommend trimming Moab off the list this time around and save it for another visit, and possibly Monument Valley, too.
So, with 5-6 days to work with, here’s what I’d recommend:
Day 1 – fly to Vegas, spend the night
Day 2 & 3 – Zion National Park
Day 4 – Page, AZ (Horseshoe Bend/Antelope Canyon)
Day 5 – Grand Canyon South Rim
Day 6 – Back to Las Vegas
If you’ve already been to the Grand Canyon and have no inclination to go back, you could always take it off the itinerary, substitute Monument Valley, than save Zion for the end of your loop.
Hope that helps! Good luck and safe travels,
Alley 🙂

January 25, 2018 at 8:28 PM

Hi Jin,
The tour company is Grand Canyon/Scenic Airlines. For reservations, visit https://www.papillon.com/las-vegas-tours/airplane-air-tours/antelope-canyon-expedition#/#retail-book
Good luck and safe travels,
Alley 🙂

January 23, 2018 at 5:32 PM

Hi Adrianne, and thank you for your inquiry.
The Antelope Canyon Kayak Tour offers a totally different perspective than the landside tours (Upper and Lower). The colors, by virtue of being more exposed to the sun, will probably appear more monochromatic than they would in the landside of the canyon, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing.
The main benefit, IMO, of taking the kayak or any waterside tour is to get a better sense of the true complexity of the Antelope Creek drainage, and its connection to Lake Powell. Plus, if you’ve never kayaked before, it’s a lot of fun!
Regarding Cathedral Canyon, it is on Navajo Tribal Lands and as such, requires a guide to see. Cathedral Canyon is cool because it has some geological features you won’t find in other slots.
Hope that helps. Enjoy your visit!
Alley 🙂

January 22, 2018 at 9:47 PM

Hi Deedra and thank you for visiting our site today.
It is probably too late to move your lodging reservations at the Grand Canyon up a day. That said, though, since you already have two nights reserved, you could feasibly drop one night at Grand Canyon South Rim and still have a fulfilling visit to the area. A good chunk of your sightseeing at the South Rim will actually take place on the trip East out the Desert View Drive of the park. There are several viewpoints you can stop at before exiting Grand Canyon and entering Navajo Indian Tribal Lands. A stop at the Cameron Trading Post is well-placed for a leg stretch/bathroom break, or even a late breakfast/early lunch.
On your way into Page, hit Horseshoe Bend, then plan for a tour of Antelope Canyon if you can get an early enough start. Antelope Canyon tours must be reserved in advance.
If you opt for a 2nd night in Page, you could take part in the Glen Canyon Half Day Float Trip. Or, you could just spend one night in Page and spend your last night in Springdale, UT after sightseeing at Zion before driving back to Las Vegas for your return flight home.
So your trip plan would look something like this:
March 23rd and/or 24th: Las Vegas
March 25th: Grand Canyon
March 26th: Page
March 27th: Zion (Springdale)
March 28th: fly out
If you can somehow arrange your flight for March 29th, that would open up the option to stay 2 nights in Page and do the float trip, or spend a 2nd night in Zion.
Hope that clarifies things. Have a great trip!
Alley 🙂

January 22, 2018 at 4:50 PM

Hi Vishal,
Your plan is somewhat ambitious for one day, but doable with a little pre-planning.
Since you are will be staying in Page, AZ (hopefully), I would recommend visiting Horseshoe Bend as soon after sunrise as possible, then head down to Lower Antelope Canyon for the tour that checks in at 10.30 AM and departs at 11:00 AM. Afterward, head down to Antelope Point Marina for the Antelope Canyon waterside boat tour that departs at 2:30 PM. Or, you could opt to have lunch beforehand and take the tour that departs at 3:45 PM. For more information, visit https://www.antelopepointlakepowell.com/recreation/tours-2/
Be prepared to dress warmly, especially for morning activities. Good luck and safe travels!
Alley 🙂

January 22, 2018 at 4:38 PM