About this experience
Enjoy a unique horse ride experience to Horseshoe Bend. Guided by local Navajos on the horse back to the Horseshoe Bend. The Navajo Nation is the largest federally recognized Indian Tribe in the United States of American covering a geographical area of about 17,544,500 acres (71,000km²; 27413 square mile). The Navajo Nation is actually a sovereign nation with in the United States. One of the early settlers, Mr. Manson Yazzie (1886-1976) lived and grazed his livestock in vicinity of Waterhole Canyon. Loom Rock and Horse Bend area on a seasonal basic until he passed away in 1976. Mr. Manson Yazzie's family continues to live in this area practice Dine traditional way of life, they maintain horse, and other various livestock on their lands.
At a glance
- Duration: 1 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 1 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Local guides to help you plan
Horseshoe Bend: Plan the Overlook, Not Just the Photograph
Treat parking, exposed approach, rim safety, river context, and current National Park Service guidance as part of the visit.
What is included
- Wrangler, First Aide Kit, Mini Trash Bag and Water
- English Speaking Navajo Guide
- Navajo Nation Parks & Recreation fee also Navajo Nation sales tax
Not included
- Food and Baggage Handling
- Tips
Itinerary and highlights
Horseshoe Bend Trail Rides will provide a guided horseback tour to Horseshoe Bend of Navajo Nation by skillful Navajo Wrangler. The Dine culture, language, and traditions are still practiced today by many of the Navajo People. Horseback riding is a big part of our culture, even used in many of the marriage ceremonies and healing ceremonies.
Meeting and pickup information
- Please arrive at the tour office 15 minutes before the tour. Google Coordinates for office location 36.868461,-111.504272
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- JoyFun Tour, LLC
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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