Hunt's Mesa Overnight Tour by Phillips' Photography Tours
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
12–16 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should have basic fitness to endure a long bumpy ride and standing for photography sessions.
Overview
Spend a night atop Hunt's Mesa with Phillips' Photography Tours and capture Monument Valley’s iconic landscapes at dawn and dusk. This overnight camping trip offers sweeping views, authentic Navajo Tribal Park access, and all gear provided for a true desert adventure.
Hunt's Mesa Overnight Tour
Starting at $500 | One of our most adventurous tours!
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About This Adventure
Experience the breathtaking beauty of Hunt's Mesa on an overnight photography tour. Capture stunning sunsets and sunrises while camping under the stars. Enjoy a hot supper and breakfast, with all gear provided. This unique adventure offers a chance to immerse yourself in the majestic landscapes of Monument Valley.
Hunt's Mesa Overnight Tour
Rates
Photographer: $500.00 (+6% tax)
Ages 2 years + up
About
- Please Note: This is a very rough road and not good for people with back problems.
- It takes 2 to 2.5 hours to drive to the top of Hunt's Mesa. It takes the same amount of time to get off the mesa.
- We camp overnight on the mesa. We start from the Visitor's Center 5 hours before sundown. Once we are on top of the mesa we drop you off where you will photograph the sunset. After sundown we go into camp for a hot supper. Next morning we go to a different location to photograph the sunrise. After breakfast we head back down the mesa and back at the Visitor's Center around 10:00 or 11:00 am.
Additional Information:
- We can provide everything like tents, sleeping bags and mats.
- Do bring your own flashlight and good hiking boots and pillows.
- We will need to know if anyone is on a dietary restriction
Things to Remember
- We operate on daylight savings time. Utah time, not Arizona time.
- We start all of our tours from the Visitor's Center in Monument Valley.
- Highway 163 runs north and south through Monument Valley. 1/4 mile north of Arizona, Utah state line there is an intersection. Turn East. Go 4 miles and you are at the Visitor's Center.
There is a $8.00 per person Entrance Fee. This is a Navajo Tribal park, not a National Park..
Adventure Tips
Prepare for Rough Roads
Expect a slow, bumpy 2–2.5 hour drive up steep, uneven roads—best avoided by those with back problems.
Bring a Quality Flashlight
Nighttime navigation around camp requires a good flashlight since there is no artificial light atop the mesa.
Wear Sturdy Hiking Boots
Durable boots will protect your feet over rocky terrain both during the drive and around camp.
Mind the Navajo Entrance Fee
An $8 per person entrance fee is required to enter this Navajo Tribal Park—have cash ready.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Desert cottontail rabbits
- Red-tailed hawks circling above
History
Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park was established in 1958 and remains sovereign land managed by the Navajo Nation.
Conservation
Visitors are encouraged to practice Leave No Trace principles to protect fragile desert soils and respect Navajo cultural sites.
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Recommended Gear
Sturdy Hiking Boots
Protect feet over rough desert terrain and provide stability during uneven driving segments.
Flashlight or Headlamp
Necessary to navigate the dark camp area safely after sunset.
Warm Layers
Essential for staying comfortable during cold desert nights and early mornings.
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Camera with Tripod
To capture Monument Valley’s dramatic lighting at sunrise and sunset with stability and clarity.