This might be the best thing I have done on vacation in a decade. Our guide, Jarvin, was…read moreeverything that we hoped for on this tour. He was completely professional, knew the history of the canyon and the peoples who resided there through the ages. He was approachable, personable and positive. Taking a private tour for the three of us was a splurge and we all would do it again in a heartbeat. Don't hesitate to book with this company.

We were guided by Chance on the Bare Trail and he insured we had the hike of a lifetime. The…read moreastonishing scenery was complimented by his extensive knowledge of the area and sharing of the Navajo history and traditions practiced here. Only someone so intimately familiar with the canyon could have navigated us down/up the canyon walls--there is no visible trail. For those leery of exposure this trail would not be for you. There is no wrong way to experience this sacred canyon!

We had the best tour with guide Autumn. Enthusiastic, knowledgeable, articulate. We originally…read morescheduled for 3 hours and extended for another two hours.

We asked for an enclosed vehicle due to some health issues that make some family members very…read moresensitive to heat. They accommodated us with no fuss no muss, and soon we were with James, who introduced himself as "the fun uncle"! He was amazing and I highly recommend Beauty Way. We went over time and were asked to pay more after the tour was over, which was more than fair imo.

It was a thrill to meet owner Adam Teller after reading so much about him online, especially "He…read moreKnows What He's Talking About" in Arizona Highways October 2017 and "The Place Where Two Fell Off" in Outside magazine 10/2/2006. His family's been here for generations and Adam's been a certified guide since he was 13. It shows: After learning that we wanted to spend the day hiking Canyon de Chelly while hearing Diné stories, he considered our ages (early 60's) and capabilities (pretty strong hikers) and paired us with his son Bryan (36) for a hike down the grippy sandstone Bear Trail, a leisurely stroll along the Canyon Del Muerto side of the Monument, then back out again. Perfect! Bryan shared a ton of fascinating history and stories during our nearly 8-mile hike (784' of vertical). Generations of Bryan's family have lived in the canyon, including, until recently, his grandpa Ben, and their ancestor Barboncito, the Head Chief of the Navajo when the Bosque Redondo Treaty of 1868 was signed. The treaty ended The Long Walk, enabling the tribe to return to Canyon de Chelly, and established the reservation that would become the Navajo Nation. We met his cousins, uncle, and his auntie made us Navajo fry bread for lunch in the shade of tall cottonwood trees at the bottom of the canyon, just before the turnaround point at Fortress Rock. Riveting oral history, hiking, kindness, hospitality, and an amazing day I'll remember for the rest of my life - totally recommend!!

Adam Teller is a very angry man! To give a one star rating…read moredescribing this tour as not good is quite an understatement. It was a terrible tour, and left a unforgettably bad impression on myself, my wife and our two friends alike. To start off the tour we went to the Navajo Recreation Department to pay our $8.00 each fee to enter the canyon. There in the parking lot he began a gripe session describing how the Navajo people have been plundered and marauded by the white people and his court appearances to fight against all the injustice done to Navajo Nation and his land. That lasted about 20 minutes. It got worse from there. Describing himself as a rebel with Christian parents he displayed a total disgust of anything and anybody Christian. He recalled to us how as a child he was abused by a Catholic priest. This memory left Adam with a lasting and resentful resentment towards all Christians. We agreed with him that that was a terrible thing to have endured but he brushed off our affirming comments as not sincere even though we were. He claimed we thought he was the cause which was a ridiculous comment. He pushed on us his beliefs of reincarnation and the gods of his ancestry. We appreciated learning Navajo history but Adam pushed his beliefs on us telling us he "was wasting his time telling us any more". He had earlier described how he is working to be a Navajo medicine man. On ancient tombs he told how in 2017 he and his uncle inscribed fake petroglyphs on the canyon walls. This action caused us to have doubts on anything he showed us afterwards. He claimed his uncles try to steal his clients luring them onto their own tours. He spoke harshly of the white man in general, the US government, his Navajo family, the Hubbell Trading Post, and the National Park Service. Some of his complaints might be legitimate but when I said I was a Christian and don't believe in his religious beliefs he called the lot of us "Christian assholes". He alluded to leaving us in the canyon even though we were miles in as he claimed he previously did to some former Christian person in the past. He claimed we were the ones "full of anger" and that we "disrespected his temple", the canyon itself. After his insulting loud tirade he said he was not "taking us to his house". We presume that meant the canyon, and he turned around and hastily returned us to our pickup spot ending our tour over an hour early. We were all stunned and silent. No one said a word on the return. We all felt very uncomfortable. He had been so belligerent we even feared for our safety. The only good thing at the end was that after we all got out of his vehicle he pulled away without any payment, even though we felt obligated to at least prorate a portion of the quoted price. Now, after the fact, recollecting on his demeanor, he didn't deserve any payment. Do yourself a favor and find any tour other than Adam Tellers Antelope House Tour company. This review is meant to warn and prevent someone else having the same terrible experience we had. ​

Great tour. Very informative guide. Take the three hour tour as you go to a number of sites off the…read moremain road and visit a Navajo homestead.

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our tour. The rock formations and the passion and knowledge of…read moreour guide made this a bucket list experience before we knew it would be. Having stayed at the View Hotel we saw multiple sunrises, very nice. The tour into Monument Valley was spectacular. The only negative which is out of control of the guided tours is the bumpy ride. Worth it? Absolutely!

This tour company may have nice vehicles and knowledgeable tour guides, but that was not our…read moreexperience. The vehicle was a very old and battered Chevy Silverado with a windshield cracked in many places, and fumes wafting in from a leaky exhaust. Guide was a nice man named Frank, as I understand it the brother of the owner Timothy. Frank was very difficult to understand, seemed to have difficulty expressing himself, was very vague in his descriptions, and used the phrase "something like that" way too often. The end result was that although it was great to see the floor of the canyon and the rocks up close, we learned very little. Once or twice we were stopped near another vehicle and guide, and the snatches of overheard conversations were a huge contrast.

Timothy Halwood has a team of friendly, professional, and well-informed guides - most Native…read moreAmericans born on the Navajo Reservation at Canyon de Chelly. Jeep tours to the bottom of the canyon are fun and informative. Book ahead or look for Timothy at the Holiday Inn in Chinle.

I chose to visit Navajo Spirit Tours in my 60th year, fulfilling a dream I've had since…read morechildhood--and it exceeded every expectation. This was truly the tour of a lifetime. Our guide, Shawn Holiday, was simply the best of the best. His knowledge of history and geology brought the land to life in a way I'll never forget. He didn't just guide us--he immersed us in the experience. From sharing stories and cultural insights to playing the flute in the canyon, every moment felt meaningful and authentic. Shawn also had an incredible eye for photography. He took us to breathtaking locations and helped capture some of the most unforgettable photos our family will ever have. Traveling with my wife and two daughters, I couldn't have asked for a better guide--he was thoughtful, polite, and deeply respectful as he shared Navajo customs and traditions with us. The beauty of this place is beyond words--you truly have to see it to believe it. Being there also gave me a deeper appreciation for the rich history of the Indigenous people who lived in harmony with this land, trading far and wide and honoring nature as one. That spirit is still present, and it's something that deserves respect and recognition. I feel incredibly lucky to have experienced this tour with Shawn. It's something I will carry with me forever. I hope to see continued opportunities and prosperity for the Navajo people in the future--they are the true stewards of this land, and their culture is something the world can learn so much from. If you're considering this tour--don't hesitate. It's unforgettable.

Wow...today was a WOW day and here's why: Our guide, Will…read moreCowboy, was THE best; he passionately explained & taught us cultural lessons, origins & traditions all while sharing the beauty of this extraordinary land! We will always be grateful to him for opening our minds and hearts to a culture we knew so little about. This was our first visit together Monument Valley. I am sure the memories we made today will last a lifetime. Our hearts are so happy! Thank you Cowboy! We highly recommend this tour company & definitely will share this experience with our family & friends! With our love & respect to dinéh!

We had an amazing time and learned much more than driving this on our own! Highly recommend! It…read moreeven impressed my 13 yr old!

THANK YOU Don Mose for the BEST TOUR of My LIFE!!!! Monument Valley has been on my bucket list for…read moremany years. My dream trip disappeared during the COVID lockdown so this was my chance to try to go again. I discovered the legend Don Mose during my research and from that moment on I knew I want to see the Valley through his eyes. It was a life changing experience with such incredible beauty and history. I am forever grateful and we will absolutely be returning. I highly recommend Monument valley Safari tours!!

For you Arizonans and visitors alike who may not know, Monument Valley is temporarily closed due to…read moreCOVID-19. Therefore, it is not possible to tour the sacred site itself. Last June, this information was not as known as it is now, and given our long-standing plans to see Monument Valley, my fiancé booked a horseback tour hosted by Roy Black's Awesome Horse Tours. What has since ensued has been a fascinating exhibition of dishonesty that would be laughable if it wasn't such a waste of time. Read on: | 7/4/20 tour booked on 6/26/20 | It should have piqued our suspicions that Roy Black's website does not provide any means to cancel tours. It does, however, provide ample contact information -- phone numbers and email addresses -- which we deemed sufficient if a cancellation was necessary. On 6/26/20, two one-hour tours were booked for $155.40. | 7/4/20 tour cancelled on 6/27/20 | With more evidence supporting Monument Valley's apparent closure, we decided on 6/27/20 to cancel the tour that was booked on 6/26/20. My fiancé called Mr. Black and left a voicemail. She also left two emails on 6/27, explicitly declaring our intent to cancel the tour, but she did not receive replies for either. How curious. The next action was to contact the bank on the same day; a dispute was filed, and a temporary credit was issued. | 9/1/20: Surely you're joking, Mr. Black! | Per the bank, the temporary credit was reversed! While Mr. Black is a difficult gentleman to reach, the bank had no problem getting in touch with him. He explained that the $155.40 paid on 6/26/20 was nonrefundable given his 72-hour cancellation policy. I'll give you, dear reader, a moment to reflect upon this fatuous remark. For whomever would inconceivably need this to be explained, Mr. Black's claim would only be true if we cancelled on 7/1/20, 72 hours in advance of the 7/4/20 tour we booked. However, we did not do that because -- brace yourselves -- we read the cancellation policy. We cancelled a week in advance of the tour, honoring the policy and cordially informing a strangely-unavailable Mr. Black. | Verdict | So, what happens now? The photos attached to this review will be sent to the bank, another investigation will be launched, and, of course, we will be refunded. Mr. Black's dishonest report to the bank has only served to delay the correct outcome. "Awesome Horse Tours", indeed. Would you like to know what's even more awesome? Honest business, a forthright website (e.g. "Monument Valley is closed, but we'll be glad to book tours when it reopens!"), and the literacy of one's own cancellation policy. As Roy Black has failed to deliver on all of these, I unequivocally do not recommend Roy Black's Guided Tours. Monument Valley will reopen, my friends, hopefully sooner rather than later. When they do, I trust you will join me in booking a tour with an actually legitimate service. Until then, godspeed.

What a wonderful tour we had with our guide, Jim. He made it so interesting with his experiences…read moreliving in the Monument Valley area. Made it very personal, as well as great driving skills! Highly recommend Jim with Roy Black Guided Tours!

We had a great time on the tour. The trip included back country travel to see rock formations you…read morecan't see from the Monument Valley loop road. Frank was out tour guide. lots of good information from someone who grew up around the monuments.

Very easy to book and very well done!…read more Frank was a wonderful guide. I took the Mystery Valley 3 hour tour. I booked a non-private tour but I coincidentally ended up being the only person so it was very nice! Frank talked not just about the landscape and scenery, but the history about the Diné people and how they come to the area in the first place. We toured arches, petroglyphs and pictographs made by the people who lived in this area before. Frank was very sweet and personable and shared stories from his grandparents and family about their history and religion. I highly recommend this tour and Frank especially!