This was my 2nd visit to Lower Antelope Slot Canyon. First time around, I went with Dixie’s Tours and had a wonderful experience.
Now fast forward a few years later and I’m trying Ken’s Tours. Both Dixie and Ken’s are located beside each other 5 miles outside of downtown Page, Arizona. And they’re pretty much the most well known tour companies for exploring Lower Antelope Slot Canyon.
Tours start every hour and last 1 hour, throughout the day. They’re quick and efficient, getting you in and out of the canyon with plenty of photo opportunities. Cost is $55 but with fees and taxes the total = $73.
I took a 2pm tour for the middle of September. They ask you to check-in 30 minutes ahead of time. And 10 minutes prior to tours beginning, there’s a “Please Wait Here” sign which you’re supposed to stand next to.
I noticed they had a useful sign posted explaining “Canyon Similarities” between this Lower Antelope Canyon, the Upper Antelope Canyon and Canyon X.
The Upper Antelope Canyon Tour is worthwhile for catching those famous beams of light from 10am - 1pm. That’s the biggest difference I discovered. Everyone yearns to catch those iconic beams from the sun peeking through the canyon walls. But I believe, the Lower Canyon could be more photogenic. And, I’ve never heard of Canyon X.
Instead of going into details about the similarities and differences, I should have a closeup view of the sign in the clip.
Ken’s Tours has a lodge where inside they have a cafe selling coffee, pastries with couches, tables and small souvenir gift shop. Basically, they have the little extras trying to tempt tourists into purchasing as much as possible.
Once my tour was called, at first it appeared like there were a lot of people joining me but they smartly separated everyone into groups of 12 people with our own guides. I had Justin who was fantastic. He really went out of his way to take photos whenever there was a memorable picture moment. He explained how to adjust our phones for the coolest effects and most efficient lightings.
Justin also pointed out unique geological features. He talked about his heritage and told a few stories about growing up on Navajo Tribal Lands. I happily tipped him $10 at the end. In my opinion, Justin went above and beyond expectations.
It was a short 1/3rd of a mile walk to the Lower Canyon entrance. Then there was a 10 minute wait for each tour group to cautiously make their way down a steep ladder decline.
Another difference between then and now is how controlled the tour group crowds are today. Back years ago, they stuffed visitors inside the canyon to the max. It was overwhelming from what I recall.
This time around had much better spacing. It wasn’t nearly as crowded and at times it felt like my group had the canyon to ourselves. Picture taking was noticeably better without being disturbed by others.
Overall, Lower Antelope Slot Canyon was so beautiful and awe inspiring, just how I remembered. The shapes and waves of the canyon walls are unlike anything comparable. They’re colorful, playful and allow your imagination to run wild. The 1 hour passed by pretty quickly and before realizing it, my group was climbing a ladder to exit.
Lastly, I’m happy I returned. It conjured up fond memories. These slot canyons are a natural wonder and an amazing highlight when passing through Page, AZ.
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