Can you visit Lower Antelope Canyon on your own?

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1. Can you visit Lower Antelope Canyon on your own?
2. Is Lower Antelope Canyon free?
3. Is Lower Antelope Canyon Safe?
4. How difficult is Lower Antelope Canyon?
5. Can you sneak into Antelope Canyon?
6. Can you see Horseshoe Bend without a tour?
7. Why is Antelope Canyon so expensive?
8. What is the best month to visit Antelope Canyon?
9. How long does it take to walk through Antelope Canyon?
10. Are there snakes in Antelope Canyon?
11. How long is the walk through Antelope Canyon?
12. How long should you spend at Antelope Canyon?
13. Is Horseshoe Bend worth visiting?
14. Can u swim at Horseshoe Bend?
15. Which is prettier Upper or Lower Antelope Canyon?
16. How much time do you need in Antelope Canyon?
17. How long is the Lower Antelope Canyon tour?
18. What is the best time to see Horseshoe Bend?
19. Can you kayak Horseshoe Bend without a tour?
20. What else is there to do around Horseshoe Bend?

Can you visit Lower Antelope Canyon on your own?

CAN I GO TO ANTELOPE CANYON BY MYSELF? No, the Antelope Canyon is protected by the Navajo Parks and Recreation and only authorized tour companies can take visitors to the canyon. ... One cannot go alone; you have to be with an authorized tour company.

Is Lower Antelope Canyon free?

Hour-long tours of Lower Antelope Canyon cost $40, and up to $80 for deluxe options. The price generally—but not always—includes taxes and the $8 Navajo permit fee. (Check with your tour company if you have any questions about additional fees.)

Is Lower Antelope Canyon Safe?

The safety, of course, depends on where you are, but in the case of Antelope Canyon, the concern is the possibility of flash floods. Sadly, in August of 1997, 11 people drowned in the Lower Canyon during a flash flood. ... To be exploring the canyon after a rainy day is extremely hazardous for your health and well being.

How difficult is Lower Antelope Canyon?

Lower Antelope Canyon is more of a hike than the stroll that people take at Upper Antelope Canyon, however it is still fairly easy. The pace is slow because of the other hikers and all the photo-taking. The most difficult portion is the initial descent into the canyon, by 5 flights of stairs.

Can you sneak into Antelope Canyon?

Unlike other places around Page, Arizona and southern Utah, Antelope Canyon cannot be visited or hiked without an issued permit and tour by a licensed guide. There is a misconception that you can hike or visit Antelope Canyon without a permit. This is not the case at all.

Can you see Horseshoe Bend without a tour?

Short Answer: Yes! It is possible to visit Horseshoe Bend without a tour or guide. Many visitors to Horseshoe Bend make a point to see the neighboring Antelope Canyon, which requires you to book a tour through a certified Navajo tour company.

Why is Antelope Canyon so expensive?

Why is Upper more expensive? Upper is more internationally famous, creating more demand for the tickets at Upper. Photos like this are why it is so famous, but these photos are heavily edited and staged. It will not look like this when you enter the canyon.

What is the best month to visit Antelope Canyon?

If you want to see the light beams, you will need to be in the canyon between 11 AM and 1:30 PM. The best months for the light beams are June, July and August. If you don't care about the light beams and want to avoid the crowd, the best months to visit Antelope Canyon are from November to February.

How long does it take to walk through Antelope Canyon?

for the standard visit to Upper Antelope Canyon, 2.5 hrs. for the Antelope Canyon Photo Tour, and 1.5 hrs. for the Lower Antelope Canyon tour.

Are there snakes in Antelope Canyon?

You'll find that off-season is not as hot, there are less scorpions and snakes, and of course there are less tourists which allow you to take better photographs. ... For the best photographs and seeing the beams of light throughout the canyon, 10 am- 12 pm is usually best time slot for your tour.

How long is the walk through Antelope Canyon?

Upper Antelope Canyon Trail is a 6.5 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Page, Arizona that features a river and is good for all skill levels. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round.

How long should you spend at Antelope Canyon?

The duration of the Antelope Canyon tour is 1.5 hrs. for the standard visit to Upper Antelope Canyon, 2.5 hrs. for the Antelope Canyon Photo Tour, and 1.5 hrs. for the Lower Antelope Canyon tour.

Is Horseshoe Bend worth visiting?

Once a quiet cliff-side lookout that offered expansive views of this dramatic bend in the Colorado river from over a thousand meters above, today Horseshoe Bend is far from quiet, but it's just as beautiful as it was before tourism discovered it, and it's easily one of the best places to visit in Arizona.

Can u swim at Horseshoe Bend?

A perfect spot for those looking for a quiet and scenic getaway on the lake, Horseshoe Bend has all the enjoyable opportunities of fishing, swimming, hiking, and more. ...

Which is prettier Upper or Lower Antelope Canyon?

Upper Antelope Canyon With its light beams, falling sands, and very high canyon walls, this is the more photogenic of the two canyons. ... This canyon is wider at the bottom than Lower Antelope Canyon, so it feels less claustrophobic and it's easier to walk through.

How much time do you need in Antelope Canyon?

The duration of the Antelope Canyon tour is 1.5 hrs. for the standard visit to Upper Antelope Canyon, 2.5 hrs. for the Antelope Canyon Photo Tour, and 1.5 hrs. for the Lower Antelope Canyon tour.

How long is the Lower Antelope Canyon tour?

Lower Antelope Canyon Tour Overview: As you begin your 1 – 1.5-hour adventure (all-walking) with Lower Antelope Canyon Tours, your experience will span roughly 1,800 meters (1.1 miles) round trip.

What is the best time to see Horseshoe Bend?

morning “Horseshoe Bend is best viewed late morning or mid day. The 'bend and river are in shadow at other times. At or just before sunset, the sun will be in your eyes and the bend will be in shadow. It's best viewed mid day to early afternoon.”

Can you kayak Horseshoe Bend without a tour?

No not necessary to take a tour, if you have a car, it is an easy drive from Page, there is a carpark a short drive from the highway, then probably about a 15 minute walk to the actually horseshoe bend. It's free and really worth the stop.

What else is there to do around Horseshoe Bend?

• Antelope Canyon.
• Horseshoe Bend.
• Lower Antelope Canyon.
• Lake Powell.
• Glen Canyon National Recreation Area.
• Water Holes Canyon.
• Glen Canyon Dam Overlook.
• Vermilion Cliffs National Monument.