Monument Valley Backcountry Tour: Exclusive Navajo Guided Exploration
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303 Ratings
Oljato-Monument Valley
Embark on an exclusive Navajo-guided exploration of Monument Valley's hidden stories and breathtaking landscapes. Discover off-limits areas, enjoy live performances, and learn about Navajo culture.
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park - Scenic Stop 1- West & East Mitten View
Scenic Stop 2- John Ford’s Point
Scenic Stop 3- Navajo Hogan Visit & Navajo rug weaving demonstration.
Scenic Stop 4- Big Hogan Arch, Moccasin Arch & Live Performance
Scenic Stop 5- Sun’s Eye & Anasazi Petroglyphs/Ruins
Scenic Stop 6- Totem Pole Monument
Scenic Stop 7- North Window or Artist’s Point
What's Included
- Convenient pick-up and drop-off at The View Hotel Lobby
- Expert guidance from a certified Navajo guide
- Special pick-up and drop-off for KOA campground guests upon request
What's Not Included
- KOA pick-up is for KOA customers ONLY
- Tribal Park Admission Fee- $8 per person (can use check or credit card)
Additional Information
The experience sets off with an initial summary from your Navajo guide who will then lead you on a one-of-a-kind excursion into Monument Valley. Your guide will traverse 28 miles of Monument Valley’s Premier views where films, ads, and shows have been produced. Revel in the privilege of discovering all the major hotspots and zones typically restricted for ordinary visitors; let your guide animate the monuments with historical narratives, storytelling, and dramatic enactments. Take pleasure in a trip to a native Navajo Hogan and witness a showcase of Navajo Rug Weaving craft. Hidden behind the awe-inspiring Mesas, Buttes, Spires, and Arches are untold narratives that are eager to be unveiled.
Location
The View Hotel
Indian Route 42
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Sylviacn7564xy
Apr 23, 2024
Wonderful experience! - Sandrea was a wonderful guide! Very knowledgeable about culture, plants, and history of area and an excellent driver. She set us up for amazing photos . A 5-star outing!
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X5522mzmikem
Apr 23, 2024
Navajo back country - We did the back country tour with a local Navajo tribal person named Brian. He was amazing explaining the history of his people. His demonstration of how the bluffs wee made was amazing. His native singing was enough to make you cry. And the rug demonstration was amazing.
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J261dystevew
Apr 21, 2024
Amazing experience - It was a mind-bending experience given the sheer scale and drama of the buttes and features. Larry was a patient and knowledgeable guide. I especially enjoyed his Navajo chant in the Eye of the Sun recess.
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Saphiradog
Apr 19, 2024
Fabulous day - Fabulous back country tour! Plus we did a second one to Mystery canyon. Well organized and very informative. Larry our guide rocked it. Felt like we were exploring with friends. Fabulous culture
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Wesley
Apr 18, 2024
Great backcountry views - Well worth the time especially once you get off the common tourist road. Sandra was an excellent guide with just the right amount of information yet willing to answer questions. She also gave useful photograph tips for those with iPhones. We never feel rushed which is good for those who like to take pictures.
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D9355bxkevins
Apr 18, 2024
That the Backcountry your - Our guide was great. She took the time to point out things and explain their meaning to their culture. Cheryl was her name and she is highly recommended.
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Soosparis
Apr 16, 2024
Things you can only see with a guide - Thanks to Duffy who accompanied us for almost two hours in his 4x4 on a private tour of the Mystery Valley.
Many explanations on geological formations and lots of sharing on Navajo culture
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254debc
Apr 15, 2024
Tour Leader Larry was a great Teacher - We took a private tour in an enclosed vehicle because it can be dusty. Larry covered history, nature, culture, Navajo beliefs. Very thorough and thoughtful. He was very considerate with avoiding bumps and stopping in the shade. He helped set up photos for us and took amazing pix of me and husband with my cell phone.
You cannot go to the backcountry without a tour and honestly the views are great but the guides are the real highlight. Thank you, Larry for teaching us a small part of the Dine story.
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Onair752339
Apr 14, 2024
Best tour and guide ever - There was a little mix up about time and day, but the manager came to the meeting place and explained. He call Marjory to take us out and we got a private tour, excellent customer service!!! We had an awesome tour with Marjory, she shared all kinds of information about each of the Monuments and helped us get all the special pictures, just where to stand or lay down in one case. We fully enjoyed this tour and would recommend it. Monument Valley is everything and more than I was expecting, Thank you again Monument Valley Safari tours your service and Marjory was excellent.
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Lifewithboys123
Apr 8, 2024
Petroglyphs & beautiful views - The views of Monument Valley were beautiful, but the best part was seeing the things reserved for tour groups. My family's favorite part was going inside the domes, seeing the petroglyphs, and hearing information from our Navajo guides. We got to go inside a hogan and see how they make wool rugs. It was also nice to talk with some of the artisans selling their products. FYI - Many of them take credit cards, but some only take cash. You can get a really cool photo on a rocky outcropping at one of the stops near the beginning of the trip. We didn't take the time to properly pose for our photo.
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