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Page · Arizona · Navajo Nation
Antelope Canyon X Tour
A Navajo-guided walk into Canyon X, the slot canyon near Page where two narrow passages meet in an X. It is usually quieter than Upper and Lower, the Navajo permit is included, and you can cancel up to 4 days before.
From
$82
per person
Free cancellation
- 4.7 / 5 4583+ Reviews
- Canyon X Navajo Nation, near Page
- Navajo Guide Licensed & Included
- Free Cancellation
The Experience
What the Canyon X Tour Includes
A live Navajo guide, the guided walk into the canyon and the Navajo Nation park permit fee.
Highlights
- Enjoy entry to Canyon X in Antelope Canyon
- Capture photos and see magnificent views from inside Canyon X
- Select a timed entry in advance for your desired canyon adventure
- Experience Canyon X hassle free with a guide
What's Included
- Live guide
- Guided tour
- Navajo Nation Park permit fee
How the Canyon X Tour Works
Book a time, check in near Page, walk down into the slot with your guide and climb back out.
Pick a time
Choose your date and start time. Tour times are on Arizona (Phoenix) time all year.
Check in near Page
Arrive at the departure point a little early. Transport to the departure area is not included, so you drive there yourself.
Walk into Canyon X
Your Navajo guide leads the group down a sandy slope into the slot and through the X where the two passages meet.
Climb back out
The walk back up is the only real effort. The whole tour takes about an hour.
Photo Gallery
Antelope Canyon X in Pictures
Curved sandstone walls, shafts of light on sunny days and fewer people in the frame.
Book Your Experience
Check Availability & Prices
Select your preferred date and time. Instant confirmation — free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.
Canyon X vs the Other Antelope Canyon Tours
The Canyon X walk next to the two classic canyons, with prices checked in October 2026.
| Feature | QUIETEST Antelope Canyon X | Lower Antelope Canyon | Upper Antelope Canyon |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | From $82/per person | From $75 | From $95 |
| Navajo permit ($15) | Included | Included | Extra ($16.05 with tax) |
| Tour length | About 1 hour | About 1 hour walking tour | About 75 minutes walking |
| Crowds | Usually the quietest | Busy | The busiest |
| Free cancellation | Up to 4 days before | Up to 24 hours before | Up to 4 days before |
| Rating | 4.7 (4,583 reviews) | 4.7 (9,698 reviews) | 4.2 (1,253 reviews) |
| Check Availability | See Lower Tour | See Upper Tour |
More Options
Other Antelope Canyon Tours
Prefer the famous canyons, or want Horseshoe Bend on the same trip?
LOWER CANYONPage: Lower Antelope Canyon Entry and Navajo Guided Tour
Descend the metal stairways into Lower Antelope Canyon on a roughly 60-minute guided walk with a Navajo guide. Entry ticket and Navajo national permit fee included.
UPPER CANYONPage: Upper Antelope Canyon Prime Time Entry & Navajo Guide
SECRET CANYON + BENDPage: Secret Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend Tour
Canyon X Notes
Is Antelope Canyon X Worth It?
What Canyon X is, how it compares with Upper and Lower, and who should pick it.
Antelope Canyon X is a slot canyon on Navajo land near Page, a few miles from Upper and Lower Antelope Canyon. Its name comes from its shape: two narrow passages cross each other, and from the right spot the walls form an X. It has the same sculpted Navajo Sandstone as the famous two, with far fewer people in each photo, which is the main reason to choose it.
Is it worth it?
For most people who want a slot canyon without the crowds, yes. The tour on this page has 4.7 out of 5 from more than 4,500 reviews, and recent reviewers mostly mention the same two things: the calm pace and the light. On a sunny day around midday you can see shafts of light like Upper’s, and the canyon is deeper than the other two in places. (Ratings checked in October 2026.)
It is less of a fit if you have your heart set on the specific views from Upper and Lower that you have seen in photos, or if walking downhill on sand and back up is hard for you. The tour requires guests to walk unassisted on uneven ground with steep inclines.
How Canyon X compares
| Canyon X | Lower Antelope | Upper Antelope | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price on GetYourGuide | from $82 | from $75 | from $90 |
| Navajo permit ($15) | included | included | extra on some tours |
| Tour length | about 1 hour | about 1 hour in the canyon | about 1.5 hours with the drive |
| Crowds | usually quietest | busy | busiest |
| Effort | the walk back up | stairways into the slot | flat floor, truck ride in |
Prices checked in October 2026.
What to know before you go
- You need a guide. All of the Antelope Canyon locations are on Navajo Nation land and can only be visited on a guided tour. The Navajo Nation park fee is $15 per person, per location, per day; it is included in this tour.
- Arizona time. The tour runs on Phoenix time. Near Page your phone can jump to Navajo Nation or Utah time, which can be an hour different in summer.
- Travel light. Leave bags, tripods and selfie sticks in the car; the slot canyon rules are in our rules guide.
- Cancellation. Free up to 4 days before, a longer window than the Lower tour’s 24 hours.
- Tips. Guide tips are not included; the operator suggests $2 to $5 per person.
If Canyon X fits your trip, check the dates. If you would rather see the canyon everyone photographs, start with Lower Antelope Canyon or the Upper Antelope Canyon tour.
Guest Reviews
What Canyon X Visitors Say
4.7/5
from 4583 verified GetYourGuide guests
"Garrett was great guide. He was knowledgeable and very helpful when it came to getting the best pictures."
"We had Brian as our guide, and it was just great! You can easily park right at the meeting point. From there, you are driven to the entrance by car. Brian was always mindful of making sure everyone could keep up at their own pace. He even took photos of everyone without being asked. Since he knew exactly how to take the photos, they turned out super nice as a result. We can wholeheartedly recommend the tour!"
"Everything went perfectly. Clearly specified meeting point and straightforward directions. Both the driver and the guide were friendly and knowledgeable. They shared interesting anecdotes with us and showed us the best spots in Canyon X, which is truly a gem. Highly recommended!!"
"The canyon was awesome. Garrett was an awesome guide. He showed us how the sandstone rocks were formed many years ago. The walk back up was steep. There was stairs but that didn't take the steepness away it just got you out of the sand."
"the guy, jessica, was friendly well informed and communicated very clearly"
"It was incredibly beautiful. We visited the North and South Canyons. Our guide, Jameson, was great. He also took great pictures of all of us. I can only recommend it."
"We had an amazing experience touring Antelope Canyon X! Our tour guide, Josh, was incredibly knowledgeable about the history of the canyon and shared so many interesting facts along the way. He made the entire experience both educational and fun, turning it into an unforgettable adventure! We really appreciated his enthusiasm and how well he explained everything. Highly recommend this tour, especially if you get Josh as your guide!"
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Antelope Canyon X: Questions Before You Book
Answers checked in October 2026.
Antelope Canyon X is a slot canyon on Navajo Nation land near Page, Arizona, a few miles from Upper and Lower Antelope Canyon. It is named after its shape: two narrow passages cross, and from inside the walls form an X. It is carved from the same Navajo Sandstone as the famous two canyons and can only be visited on a guided tour.
Yes, especially if you want a slot canyon without the crowds of Upper and Lower. The tour on this page is rated 4.7 out of 5 from more than 4,500 reviews (October 2026), and reviewers often mention the calmer pace. It is less of a fit if you specifically want the views from Upper or Lower that you have seen in photos.
Lower is the famous one, with stairways down into a narrow, twisting slot; it is busier. Canyon X is usually quieter, deeper in places, and on sunny days around midday it gets light beams like Upper. If this is your only slot canyon and you want the classic views, pick Lower; if crowds would spoil it for you, pick Canyon X.
About one hour. You walk down a sandy slope into the canyon with your Navajo guide, through the X, and back up again. Allow extra time to drive from Page to the departure area, which is not included.
Around midday on a sunny day gives the best chance of light beams, from roughly spring to early autumn. Earlier and later tours have softer, even light and cooler temperatures. In the summer monsoon season, from mid-June to the end of September, storms can cancel tours at short notice.
The Navajo Nation does not issue photography or filming permits for Upper and Lower Antelope Canyon because of the number of visitors, and operators ban filming, tripods and similar gear so groups keep moving safely through narrow passages. Ordinary photos with a phone or a handheld camera are fine on regular tours.
Yes, on a guided tour. Flash floods are the real risk, and guides watch the weather and cancel or pause tours when storms threaten, even storms far upstream. In 1997 a flash flood in Lower Antelope Canyon killed eleven hikers, which is why entry is guided only. Check the forecast and your booking messages on the day.
Yes. The Navajo Nation park fee of $15 per person is included in this Canyon X tour. Guide tips are not; the operator suggests $2 to $5 per person.
Still have questions? Email us at info@lowerantelopecanyontour.com