Considered a hidden jewel of the West, Hunts Mesa abounds with incredible photographic opportunities; from grand vistas and panoramas to unique vantage points of Monument Valley. On this exclusive tour, you will capture both sunset and sunrise from a unique place in Monument Valley. Traverse back roads to visit majestic sandstone arches tucked away in labyrinth-like red rock canyons. Explore ancient dwelling left behind by the Anasazi. Recommended for the adventurous, camper enthusiasts, photographers, families and persons looking for an off the beaten trail experience.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Bottled Water
✔ Hotel Pick-Up
✔ Dinner
✔ Breakfast
✔ Local & Professional Navajo guide
✖ Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park Entrance Fee ($8 Per Person)
Pickup Locations
1. Wetherill Inn
2. Kayenta Monument Valley Inn
3. The View Hotel
4. Hampton Inn Kayenta
Additional Info: Our primary pickup is in the guest lobby of the View Hotel. The View Hotel is the only hotel inside Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park. The hotel is located next to the Visitors Center inside Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park. In addition to the View Hotel, we offer pickup at three local hotels in Kayenta, Arizona. Please let us know if you would like to be picked up at one of our three hotel pickup locations in Kayenta, Arizona.
Itinerary
1
Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park
Hunts Mesa is located inside Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park. From the top of Hunts Mesa you will look down on the iconic formations of Monument Valley. Capture sunset and sunrise from the best place in Monument Valley. Relax as your guide makes camp and prepares dinner. Hunts Mesa is very remote and peaceful.
Duration: 9 hours
2
Monument Valley
This tour starts roughly five hours before sundown. This allows us plenty of time to reach the top of Hunts Mesa. With 3 hours before sundown, your guide will familiarize you with the mesa, showing you the best places to capture sunset and pointing out a few hiking trails to great overlooks. Upon returning to basecamp, you will find camp all set up and dinner prepared. Your guide will share stories of Navajo culture and lore at dinner and around the fire.
The following morning, capture sunrise from an outlook far to the east of Hunts Mesa. From this vantage point, see all of Monument Valley below, lined up and positioned perfectly with low lighting exposing the rock surfaces for an amazing photo.
After breakfast, descend from the mesa visiting arches and ancient dwellings left behind by the Anasai. These natural and man-made wonders are hidden in beautiful labrinth-like sandstone canyons.
Duration: 9 hours
Additional info
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
