Antelope Canyon Tour Requirements & Rules
- Mandatory Guided Tours All visitors must join a tour led by an authorized Navajo guide.
- Self-guided entry is strictly prohibited.
- Arrive early—check-in may be required 30 minutes before your tour.
🚫 What Not to Bring
- Bags (backpacks, fanny packs, hydration packs) are generally banned.
- Tripods, monopods, and selfie sticks are not allowed.
- Drones are strictly prohibited.
- Touching or defacing canyon walls is forbidden.
✅ What to Bring
- A reusable water bottle (preferably in a clear bag if allowed). DO NOT spill water anywhere.
- Your phone for photos.
- A mask is recommended due to dusty conditions.
- Cash for tipping your guide.
👟 Dress Code
- Closed-toe shoes are required.
- Wear layered clothing suitable for climbing ladders and navigating uneven terrain. It can get very cold in the Lower Canyon.