Hike a secluded slot canyon with local guides and 4x4 transport near Page
6 Hours Total
Round-trip travel, 2 guides
Explore Cardiac Canyon on the Navajo Nation near Page, Arizona, with two local guides leading you through its narrow sections. Start at Highway 98, then ride by 4x4 to the canyon and hike a steep sand trail down and back.
You must be able to walk unassisted; this tour is not accessible for those with limited abilities. Masks are required on the Navajo Nation.
Cancel by email: 100% refund if more than 72 hours before; 50% refund if 24–72 hours; no refund within 24 hours. Full refund if Taadidiin Tours cancels the tour, including weather-related cancellations.
Arrive 20 minutes before your scheduled tour time.
No. You must be able to walk unassisted, and the location is inaccessible to those with limited abilities.
Bring water or hydration, snacks, a hiking daypack (recommended), close-toed hiking shoes, and proper attire for the weather. You can also bring walking sticks if needed.
Highway 98 MilePost 308, 12 miles east of Page, AZ
This tour company runs a solid operation with small groups of 10-12 people that keep things moving without feeling crowded. Multiple visitors praise how organized everything is, and many guides stand out for going the extra mile. Van, Bambi, Lana, Mike, and Josh all get called out by name for being knowledgeable, taking time to help with camera settings and photo angles, and sharing cultural and geological insights that really enhance the experience. The canyon itself is stunning, and reviewers appreciate that it's more affordable and less packed than the more famous Upper and Lower canyons. The physical access involves walking down and back up some stairs that most find manageable, though a few mention the uphill return takes some effort. There are occasional mentions of guide quality being inconsistent. A couple reviewers felt rushed or noted their guide didn't provide much commentary, while nearby groups got more detailed explanations. Timing matters too, as visiting late in the day may mean less dramatic lighting than those iconic photos you've seen. Overall though, the majority of recent visitors had excellent experiences and recommend booking here.
This was an excellent tour and I was able to get a lot of photos even without the photography tour. The guide was so informative and answered a lot of questions about the area and the Navajo nation in general. Highly recommend.
delia woodward
April 1, 2026
This was an excellent tour and I was able to get a lot of photos even without the photography tour. The guide was so informative and answered a lot of questions about the area and the Navajo nation in general. Highly recommend.
delia woodward
April 1, 2026