Canyon de Chelly National Monument has over 2,700 archaeologcal sites located in the heart of the Navajo Nation. Guests will see prehistoric ruins, rock art such as petroglyphs and pictographs. Rock formations, fauna and floral provides a perfect backdrop to your tour.
At each site you will hear the symbolic interpretations of petroglyphs and rock art, occupation dates, archaeology and associated prehistoric and historic events of the canyon and its inhabitants including associated oral histories.
All guides are Navajo and have strong ties to the canyon and will provide you with an experience that will last a lifetime.
Each tour is lead by an experienced Navajo guide, who is certified by the Navajo Nation Parks & Recreation Dept. and National Park Service. Each and everyone of our guides was born and raised in this Canyon De Chelly area, allowing them to gain a vast knowledge of its history to share with all our guests who visit this place we call home. As well as learning about the canyon's rich history, rock art sites and other archeological sites, you will hear stories and tales of life in the canyon and get a chance (time permitted and seasonal option) to visit our guide's families who still weave, farm, ranch, and continue to live a traditional Navajo lifestyle in this rural part of the southwest. We invite you to join one of our guides on a truly unique and one of a kind tour, and to support this 100% NAVAJO OWNED and OPERATED SMALL BUSINESS!! Ahéhee' (thank you)
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This private tour can be customized, please call for more information or include details for customizing in booking notes.
We provide combo tours that incorporate walking along your 4x4/SUV private tour route.
Based on your physical abilities, interests and allotted tour time, we can give you a tour you won’t soon forget. **NOTE: extended tour times can be accommodated, contact to discuss additional fee.
The canyon has amazing rock formations, plants and trees, rock art and Puebloan ruins based on the trail route you select with your guide.
While on tour, you will hear about the culture and history of the canyon and its inhabitants. Our guides love to share their oral histories of the canyon. They are highly rated and informative.
The canyon floor is sandy with uneven terrain. You will traverse ravines, inclines, wash beds, embankments with the potential for water crossings. You will not find maintained or paved trails in the canyon. Most guests hike 1 mph.
Any physical concerns should be reported and discussed prior to your tour.
Local elevation: 5,506 feet (1,678.2 m)