Explore three quieter slot canyons with a Navajo guide
2 hrs 30 mins
Guided canyon hiking tour
Hike through Rattlesnake, Owl, and Bear Canyon on a 2.5-hour walking tour in the Navajo Nation. Learn about local geology and Navajo culture as you follow winding sandstone corridors.
Upper Antelope Canyon is not included and must be purchased separately. Not recommended for children under 5 or for pregnant women. Closed-toed shoes are required; no bags, pets, firearms, tripods, monopods, or selfie sticks.
Full refund if cancelled 7 days prior to reservation date. 48% refund if cancelled 3-6 days prior. No refunds within 72 hours. Full refund if Black Streak Canyon Tours cancels before leaving on tour route due to weather or unforeseen circumstances. No-shows charged full price.
Plan around Mountain Standard Time (the same time as Page, Phoenix, Flagstaff, Grand Canyon, and Las Vegas). You may see a time change when driving through the Navajo Nation Reservation and Utah, which follow Daylight Savings Time.
Arrive 30 minutes before your departure time. Tours leave promptly at the scheduled time.
Bring a cellphone/smartphone and camera, a water bottle or hydroflask, sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses. Consider a collapsible walking stick/pole and a compact umbrella, and bring warm clothing in winter months (temperatures are cooler in canyons).
Mile Post 299, AZ-98 Page, AZ US 86040
Walking into Rattlesnake Canyon, you immediately feel the cool air rising from the narrow sandstone corridor as walls of amber, rust, and violet curve overhead. The light filters down in shifting beams, painting the rock in tones that change by the hour. Rattlesnake Canyon offers an intimate version of the slot canyon experience that the Page, Arizona region is celebrated for, with fewer visitors and a genuinely unhurried pace.
Antelope Kayak Tours delivers a genuinely special way to experience Antelope Canyon without the usual crowds. Guides like Rich, Justin, Nolan, and Vince consistently earn praise for being knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely passionate about what they do. They share fascinating details about the area's Native culture and natural history while giving you space to soak it all in. Several reviewers call it the highlight of their Arizona trip, with the stunning canyon formations and serene Lake Powell paddle creating an unforgettable combination. Come prepared for a real workout though. The round trip involves about 3 miles of kayaking plus 1-2 miles of hiking, taking roughly 4-5 hours total. First-timers report managing just fine, but the paddle back can be tiring, especially under the midday sun or when boat wakes create waves. You'll likely get wet from paddling and may need to pull your kayak to shore. Pack plenty of water, wear sun protection, and consider water shoes. The morning tours seem ideal for avoiding afternoon heat and crowds. One couple mentioned having to haul their own tandem kayak up and down a hill, which was unexpectedly strenuous, so keep that in mind if you're considering a two-person kayak.
We visited Rattlesnake and Owl Canyons. It was AWESOME, AMAZING!!!! Our guide, Lila, was the BEST!!!! She was so knowledgeable and also very good an helping me with getting nice photos.
CYNTHIA SCOTT
May 18, 2026
We visited Rattlesnake and Owl Canyons. It was AWESOME, AMAZING!!!! Our guide, Lila, was the BEST!!!! She was so knowledgeable and also very good an helping me with getting nice photos.
CYNTHIA SCOTT
May 18, 2026