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!!

Dion and Nelson were our light-hearted and hardworking tour guides on our recent 2-hour sunset…read morehorseback tour. We enjoyed tremendous views of Monument Valley as well as interesting and thoughtful stories and explanations of how this area holds deep meaning to the Navajo. Our group was small, and our leaders were patient, funny, and helpful for those of us with next to no horseback riding experience. My husband, who can be difficult to impress, was awestruck by the views and the perspective that comes only with being on a trail, not in a vehicle. If you go, bring a full water bottle and cash for tipping, plus remember to wear your sunscreen and a hat. Special thanks also to Mack and Sideburns, our trusty steeds! We had a little trouble locating the starting point at the stables -- we thought we were supposed to park in the Navajo Visitor Center parking lot and check in at the tour booth at the far end of the parking lot. Turns out that tour booth is for vehicle tours. The folks there advised us to drive down a short gravel road next to the visitor center and park next to the stables that we could see in the distance. Easy enough, but this could have been clearer in the directions; a simple map or drawing would have been very helpful. We also didn't realize we'd have to pay a $10 per person entry fee to the Visitor Center parking lot before even getting to the stables. Maybe that was mentioned in the instructions and I just missed it? Either way, not a deal-breaker for us.

We took a 2 hour valley horse ride as absolute beginners to horse riding. Our guide was informative…read moreand laid back. The horses were perfectly behaved, even for our lack of experience. Would absolutely use them again.

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!

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!

Amazing scenic tour you pay for at the RV Park. The trip was $89/person and is 3 &1/2 hours long…read more You can drive the tour in your own vehicle but I enjoyed the trip narrative and our driver/tour guide. There is only one pit stop with bathroom facilities so don't over hydrate before you get on the bus. LOL It is a very bumpy and very dusty ride. The tour guide spoke to us throughout the ride and was very personable and informative. We made several stops for photos and some of these had local Navajo venders selling hand made jewelry and crafts. One stop was at a Navajo Hogan. A Native American lady was inside and went over how to weave from raw wool to make clothes, rugs, etc... She also wanted over their native culture past and present. Overall I feel the tour was worth the money and we had a good time.

Took an amazing 3 1/2 hour tour. Such a great tour guide (Herbert) this tour was beautiful and…read moretour guide very knowledgeable. Would highly recommend.

Travis was our guide on our backcountry tour and he was just the coolest. He shared so many stories…read moreand cultural information that we really felt his love and passion for his tribe and the land they live on. He was warm and friendly and I just loved his whole vibe. We were honored to hear him play the flute and provide us with a blessing. I got emotional through the blessing and felt such amazing energy from him. He is a special man. Thank you for a touching tour that left us better than how we arrived.

Had an amazing tour with our guide, Marjorie. We started at 5:30AM and watched the sun rise through…read morethe park. Then continued on to areas others can't go unless booked through a tour company. She even played us some beats on her drum. Loved that! Finished the tour just as the crowd was coming into the park.

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!

Our guide John suggested we start at 6:30. Starting early put us at Thumb Rock just before…read moresunrise. The changing colors of dawn on the rocks was fantastic. John's descriptions, explanations, stories and songs bought the valley to life. The seats and rig seemed in better shape than many others on the trail. Our tour consisted of the two of us and three more from another family. The smaller group made stops and pictures easy. We really enjoyed the tour and our guide.

Our tour was great! Our guide shared so many interesting facts with us about the Valley and life…read morein Monument Valley. We appreciated his knowledge and insight.