
moderate
15 hours
Moderate—able to manage long van travel, short hikes on uneven terrain, stairs and standing during canyon walks.
A full-day small-group run from Las Vegas that packs Antelope Canyon’s narrow light shafts, the sweeping overlook at Horseshoe Bend, Lake Powell’s blues and a Glen Canyon Dam stop into one long, unforgettable day. Expect 15 hours, Navajo-guided access, and plenty of photo opportunities.
The van pulls off US-89 as the desert folds into a canyon country that looks as if someone took a paintbrush and dragged it across the earth. By midmorning the sun has burned the chill from Las Vegas and the light begins to catch the red walls—an invitation. On a long, full-day run from the Strip you’ll move from wide-open panoramas to the hush of a slot canyon, tracing the Colorado River’s influence from Glen Canyon Dam to the sinuous curve at Horseshoe Bend and the glass-blue pockets of Lake Powell.

Bring 2–3 liters of water and sip steadily—desert sun and long van transfers dehydrate faster than you expect.
Wide-brim hat, high SPF sunscreen and sunglasses will keep you comfortable on exposed overlooks and parking lots.
Closed-toe shoes with good tread handle sandy trails, short scramble sections and canyon steps better than sandals.
Tripods and lingering inside Upper Antelope may be limited—ask your guide before setting up to avoid blocking other groups.
This landscape sits within the Navajo Nation; Antelope Canyon and surrounding mesas are culturally significant and managed by Navajo guides who share stories and place-based history.
Slots and overlooks are fragile—stay on trails, don’t climb railings, pack out trash, and follow Navajo guidelines to protect the rock formations and sacred sites.
Protects your feet on sandy trails, canyon steps and rocky overlooks.
Shielding from intense sun on exposed plateaus and parking areas.
summer specific
Keeps hydration, snacks, camera, and layers accessible during the day.
Helps capture the narrow slot canyon walls and sweeping river bends.