monument valley spirit tours

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Monument Valley Tour Operators

Navajo nation park & recreation.

To book a guided tour in Monument Valley, please select a tour operator from the list below.

There are tour guides available upon arrival.

Hours of Operation:

The Monument Valley 17- mile loop is accessible by vehicle only. You can purchase Entry Fee and Guided tour upon your arrival. RV’s, Camper van’s, motorcycles and Large SUV’s or Off-Road Vehicles are Prohibited on the valley drive. Valley drive has rough terrain and deep sand dunes.

Entry to all Navajo Tribal Park areas are enter at your own risk. Dogs are Prohibited at all Navajo Tribal Park locations.

Designated Hiking Trails are at your own risk. We ask that you sign in/out at each location for trail usage. Trails are open during Navajo Tribal Park Hours of Operations 8am to 5pm. Please wear comfortable clothing and be prepared for unpredictable weather, always stay hydrated and be aware of your surroundings.

The mask mandate has been lifted and the use of a mask is at your discretion.

All Navajo Tribal Parks are Closed on: Thanksgiving Day, NN Family Day (day after Thanksgiving), Christmas Day, New Year’s Day.

Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park Security will be on duty and monitoring the area.

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Monument Valley Guided Tour Operators

• Bennett Tours   ph. 928-221-9975
• Sacred Monument Tours, LLC    toursacred.com   ph. 435-727-3218
• Phillips Photography Tours   monumentvalley.com     ph. 928-429-0040
• Explore Monument Valley  ph. 928-429-1959
• Navajo Spirit Tours   ph. 435-444-7773
• RGJ Inc dba Goulding’s Tour    ph. 435-727-3225
• Roy Black’s Guided Tours   ph. 928-429-0637
• Valley View Guided Tours  ph. 435-485-0103
• Monument Valley Tribal Tours     ph. 385-347-6243
• Monument Valley Holiday Tour   ph. 928-489-1732
• Mitten View Tours        ph. 928-429-4672
• Hunt’s Mesa Off-Road Trails – UTV Tour  Call/Text: 928-302-8398
• Monument Valley Tribal Tours  ph. 385-347-6243
• Tinhorn Tour   ph. 928-489-9128
• MV Dineh Bekeyah Tours   ph. 928-409-0088
• MV Twin Warriors Tours   ph. 928-429-8628
• Sandstone Tours     ph. 435-200-5450
• Monument Valley Rain God Mesa Tours   ph. 928-606-9422
• Monument Valley Safari, LLC     ph. 435-220-0539
• Three Sister Navajo Guided Tours    ph. 602-327-2472
• Blackwater Tours    ph. 435-727-3312
• Monumental Tours    ph. 435-444-9529
• Tinhorn Tours    ph. 928-383-0783
• Monument Valley Tours   ph. 435-727-3313.

Horse Trail Rides

• Dineh Trail Rides  ph. 928-209-2692
• Tse Bii Trail Rides  ph. 928-489-2593

San Juan River Tours

• Tse’kooh Outfitters    ph. 928-301-7060
• Ancient Wayves River and Hiking Adventures  ph. 505-239-8505
• Dzil Taah Adventures, LLC.  ph. 928-429-8531.

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Navajo Spirit Tours

The word "sacred" approximates in Western culture what Monument Valley means to the people of the Navajo Nation, though the word isn't exactly right. They consider it the heart of the Earth.

Looking out at the majestic red rock formations rising towards the heavens, it's easy to see why. The sky is huge here. It seems like deep blue skies and billowing cumulus clouds are a fixture over the painterly plane of the earth, saturated with reds and orange and dotted with the purples, yellows and green of sage, rabbitbrush and yucca. Living in a place that inspires such awe and wonder, the traditional Navajo people learn about ancient traditions and the land from a young age.

And, luckily for you, these folks are willing to be your tour guides around their home land. You could take the shorter scenic drive on your own, but you'd miss out on the stories, legends, lore and deeply held beliefs that accompany a guide who has a deep relationship with the land.

Go With a Guide

Within  Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park , there are several travel restrictions in place, so backcountry and off-road travel around this attraction is prohibited unless you’re with a licensed Navajo guide. One of the most reputable and well-established guide and trekking companies in the park, Navajo Spirit Tours, offers a number of experiences for you to choose from. Going out for a jeep tour is one thing, and it’s a great experience, but to go out on a Monument Valley tour with a Navajo guide who truly understands the ancient drawings of their ancestors, and the lore of the land is something special. Furthermore, Navajo Spirit Tours sets itself apart by ending their tours with performances in The Big Hogan, a natural amphitheater. For the Navajo, music is an integral part of their culture. The hallmark tour is the 2.5-hour Monument Valley main loop, but this shares the road with the only self-guided loop where visitors can travel in their own vehicles. If you can plan extra time, you can explore a little further and catch some great photo opportunities. A trip to Mystery Valley is sure to mesmerize adventurers, because it offers some of the most gorgeously rugged landscapes in the area. When you trek to Teardrop Arch, you’ll be walking in the footsteps of the ancients, and the staggering Hunt’s Mesa is one of the most remote places you might ever visit.

Go with a guide for the best access and Navajo insights. Photo: Austen Diamond.

Other destinations include John Ford's point, the Three Sisters and craft demonstrations inside hogans, where expert weavers demonstrate handmade rugs with hand-dyed wool and other traditional crafts. If authenticity matters, you'll want to carry cash.

There are several itineraries to choose from, so visit the Navajo Spirit Tours website to find helpful information about each offering. In other words, there's no reason to shortchange your visit to Monument Valley. A half-day gets you a little deeper. A full day is sure to send you home with an enduring appreciation for this place, both for its present residents and for the people who inhabited it centuries ago. The experience might even change the way you regard your own home and way of living. All of the tours typically involve driving in a canopied jeep along rugged roads to your remote destination. There are plenty of opportunities to stop and stretch your legs and, more importantly, take some photos. Your Navajo guide will describe the history of the land and its people, along with pertinent geological information. You’ll stop for short hikes that are generally accessible for all, and as mentioned above, the tours end with a magical musical performance.

Plan Your Trip

Tourists come from around the world to see Monument Valley, one of the most-visited attractions in the West. But when you head out with Navajo Spirit Tours, which has been in operation since 2007, you can separate yourself from the tour groups. As you venture around the 92,000-acre tribal park, you will begin to understand why the Navajo consider it to be a living landscape. The best and most comfortable time to visit Monument Valley is March through early June and September through October. The summer season, due to the excessive heat and lack of shade, can be really hot and is not recommended, especially if you have kids. The entrance fee into the Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park is $20 per vehicle up to four people, with an additional cost of $6 per person beyond the first four.

Contact  Navajo Spirit Tours  on their site via email or by calling (435) 727-3403. Their office is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 10am-5pm. Their office is even open on U.S. holidays. Fees for each Navajo Spirit Tours excursion vary. Most Monument Valley tour departure times are 9 a.m. or 1 p.m., but there may be additional times offered if you check ahead of time. It is highly recommended you bring sunscreen, bottled water and a snack. Arrive at Lookout Point at The View Hotel within the park 15 minutes before departure. GPS Coordinates:  36.982297, -110.111726

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Adventurous Monument Valley

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Scenic Monument Valley Tour

Experience Monument Valley’s highlights in 1.5 hrs. Tour the 17-mile loop in an open-air safari vehicle, see iconic landmarks, and learn Navajo history from a local guide.

• Hour Glass 1.5 hours
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Discover Stunning Landscapes at the Oljato-Monument Valley

Welcome to the best experience of Adventurous Monument Valley Tours, where we offer a unique blend of cultural, historical, and scenic explorations on private Navajo land. Dive into the heart of Navajo culture with our guided tours that have received stellar reviews from visitors from all over the world!

We take you beyond the ordinary with our luxury and affordable options, ensuring that you get to witness the best of Monument Valley in a way that suits your preferences. From the magnificent sunrise tours to the breathtaking sunset tours, and from day tours to overnight tours, we have it all. Whether you’re looking for family-friendly adventures, private tours, or photography tours, our offerings are designed to cater to every need.

Ready to see more than Monument Valley? Our tour options extend to Antelope Canyon as well. Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of these natural monuments, with the help of our skilled Navajo guides who bring the history, culture, and geology of these lands to life during your journey.

Backcountry Tour

Explore Monument Valley’s restricted backcountry. Capture photos at Ear of the Wind, visit Anasazi ruins, and learn Navajo history from a local guide. This Arizona tour is ideal for photographers. Book online!

• Hour Glass 2.5 hours

Join our Top-Rated Monument Valley Tours ★★★★★

Nat was a great tour guide. He took us to the upper canyon and from the minute we boarded the bus, he made a point to let us know he's only plan was to give us a great tour. He took lots of pictures for us, explained everything, and was overall more than I would have ever expected.

It was a fantastic tour. Lydell was tremendous. Helpful, knowledgeable, interactive. And a great photographer!! Not only would we recommend this tour, we would go back!

Absolutely worth the experience and with brilliant and supportive tour guides. Our guides were not only enthusiastic with information but also in advice and assistance with clients taking the best photos. The canyons were breathtaking and the drive was incredibly fun with the company vehicles.

We had a amazing tour guide, Nate. He offered a lot of information and was able to answer all my questions. He helped with setting up my phone so I had professional pictues. This tour guide is well worth the money and highly recommend going. A once in a lifetime.

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3.5 Hours Mystery Valley Navajo Spirit Tour

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All Tours are vehicle tours. We do not offer Horse back riding tours.

Scenic Express

1.5 hour tour.

This tour is perfect for the traveler who is here for the first time and wants to see the most famous and spectacular sites in the Valley. Visit the Mittens, Elephant Butte, the popular filming location.

Backcountry

2.5 hour full valley tour.

Did you know that Monument Valley also has arches, windows, and ancient Anasazi petroglyphs? Get the full scenic experience in the Restricted area with visits to the Big Indian, Sleeping Dragon, and all the arches.

History and Culture

3.5 hour cultural tour.

This tour is for the traveler who wants a complete experience at a leisurely pace. Learn about filming history, Navajo culture, and get more stops in the Backcountry area on this tour. This is highly recommended.

Mystery Valley

3.5 hour tour.

Mystery Valley is another area of the Navajo Tribal Park that is rarely visited and unique. Visit several Anasazi ruins, petroglyphs, and pictographs situated near natural arches and in the box canyons.

Monument & Mystery

7 hour all day tour.

This tour is a 3.5 hour tour of Monument Valley and another 3.5 hours in Mystery Valley. Perfect for the traveler who is in the area for 2 days or more. Lunch is provided after the Monument Valley tour.

Sunrise Tour

3.5 hour full tour.

This tour is for the photographer or those who want a special experience with the perfect lighting of Monument Valley. Times vary through the year so please contact us for departure times on our sunrise tours.

Ancient civilizations occupied Monument Valley for Thousands of Years

Monument Valley  (Navajo:  Tsé Biiʼ Ndzisgaii , meaning  valley of the rocks ) is a region of the Colorado Plateau characterized by a cluster of sandstone buttes, the largest reaching 1,000 ft (300 m) above the valley floor. It is located on the Utah-Arizona state line, near the Four Corners area. The valley is a sacred area that lies within the territory of the Navajo Nation Reservation, the Native American people of the area

The landscape overwhelms, not just by its beauty but also by its size.  The fragile pinnacles of rock are surrounded by miles of mesas and buttes, shrubs, trees and windblown sand, all comprising the magnificent colors of the valley.  All of this harmoniously combines to make Monument Valley a truly wondrous experience.  Enjoy this beautiful land.

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Larry J. gave an awesome tour in the Navajo lands of Monument Valley. He was knowledgeable and patient with our questions.

- 212barbarar

Our tour guide waited patiently for us to arrive as we were running thirty minutes behind, the time zone thing is real! Larry Team was our guide. He was friendly, courteous and full of great information about the history of Monument Valley. He gave us enough time at each point to take pictures and to explore. He helped us take family photos as well. It was excellent to be able to go into restricted areas and see some of the monuments up close. I highly recommend this tour.

This tour was well worth the cost! John was our tour guide, and he did an amazing guide! He was informative and funny! We saw so much! Make sure your battery is charged because you will take a lot of pics! Take the 8am slot as the weather was perfect!

- Janie Johnson

We took the 3.5 hour tour and it was the highlight of our trip. Larry was our guide. One of the guests on our tour wanted to see specific sites from a tv show filmed in Monument Valley and Larry made sure we visited those sites in addition to the regularly planned stops. FYI the extra stops were incredible. Larry explained so much about Navajo customs, culture, and government.

- nctraveler315

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Navajo Spirit Tours

Please contact us to make a reservation directly with our office on our private tours, custom tour packages, photography tours, hunts mesa tours or any questions you may have.  we look forward to hearing from you  , all day tour.

Please keep in mind Navajo Spirit Tours does not operate Horseback riding tours. Thank you so much! Our All Day tour would take you to see both Monument Valley and Mystery Valley. The Monument Valley section of your tour will take you to see the iconic places where all the movies were filmed as well as focusing on the restricted areas where all the natural arches, natural amp theaters and petroglyphs are. It would be about 2.5-3.0 hours long for the first section. You would then have an hour break before continuing onto Mystery Valley for about 3.5 hours. Mystery Valley is such a wonderful area. It would take you to an area with more Anasazi Ruins, petroglyphs and pictographs than anywhere else in the area and it is one of the few places that you can get right up close.  $150.00 per person (Two Person Minimal) $250.00 per person for the All Day Private Tour (Two Person Minimal, call for availability)   *Children 12 and under would be half price, and children 5 and under would be free. *If you are a solo traveler don't hesitate to contact us as we will do our best to add you onto an existing group for the day that would work best for you. *There will be an entry fee to the Monument Valley Tribal Park not included in your tour cost. Payable as you enter.