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Monument Valley Horseback Tour: 1-Hour Experience
4.5
166 Ratings
Oljato-Monument Valley
Experience the beauty of Monument Valley on a 1-hour horseback tour. Our well-trained horses will guide you through the stunning landscape, creating unforgettable memories.
Experience the beauty of Monument Valley on a 1-hour horseback tour. Our well-trained horses will guide you through the stunning landscape, creating unforgettable memories.
Duration:
1 hour
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- West and East Mitten Buttes - The journey begins with a picturesque ride to The Mittens, also known as the West and East Mitten Buttes. Revel in breathtaking views and discover the geological importance of these iconic landmarks. When viewed from the south, the buttes resemble two enormous mittens with their thumbs pointing inward.
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- West and East Mitten Buttes - The journey begins with a picturesque ride to The Mittens, also known as the West and East Mitten Buttes. Revel in breathtaking views and discover the geological importance of these iconic landmarks. When viewed from the south, the buttes resemble two enormous mittens with their thumbs pointing inward.
- Merrick Butte - Named after the renowned 19th-century prospector Richard Merrick, who was among the first to explore the area, this butte rises 5,000 feet above sea level. Frequently featured in classic Western films, it is a favored stop on horseback tours. As riders traverse the valley, they will feel as though they are stepping into a classic Western movie scene, with Merrick Butte majestically in the background. Its impressive silhouette enhances the rugged beauty of the landscape!
- Sentinel Mesa - Often called the “watchtower” of the valley due to its commanding presence and strategic location, this mesa stands at 6,200 feet. It has served as a natural landmark for centuries, guiding both the Navajo people and early explorers. During horseback tours, riders can enjoy sweeping views of the surrounding desert, and the mesa’s unique shape often conjures the image of a lone sentinel overseeing the land. It is a popular spot for photography, offering stunning vistas of the iconic red rock formations.
What's Included
- PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
- Cowboy Hats & Helmets
- Goods and Services Tax (GST)
- Tour Guide
- Photography Opportunities
- PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
- Cowboy Hats & Helmets
- Goods and Services Tax (GST)
- Tour Guide
- Photography Opportunities
What's Not Included
- Food & Drink
- Private transportation
- Extended or Custom Stops
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees
- Food & Drink
- Private transportation
- Extended or Custom Stops
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees
Additional Information
Prepare for an exhilarating one-hour horseback tour through Monument Valley! Experience the thrill of riding like a genuine cowboy or cowgirl as you pass by majestic buttes, mesas, and stunning red rock formations that will leave you in awe. Your knowledgeable guide, a local Navajo wrangler, will share fascinating stories about the land and its rich…
Prepare for an exhilarating one-hour horseback tour through Monument Valley! Experience the thrill of riding like a genuine cowboy or cowgirl as you pass by majestic buttes, mesas, and stunning red rock formations that will leave you in awe. Your knowledgeable guide, a local Navajo wrangler, will share fascinating stories about the land and its rich history. Enjoy the breeze in your hair and the essence of the Old West as you traverse this breathtaking, cinematic landscape.
Whether you’re an experienced rider or a novice, this adventure promises an unforgettable experience in the heart of the desert.
Location
Sacred Monument Tours
Main Monument Valley Road
Drive or walk your way towards The View Hotel Premium Cabins and at the end of the road is a path leading to our horse stable. When you arrive at the Sacred Monument Tours Horse Stable location, you’ll meet your Navajo guide, sign a waiver and receive a safety briefing.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.5
(166 Ratings)
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Lizzieper
Apr 24, 2025
Morning Ride - Unreal! This truly felt like a behind the scenes tour of the area. You feel like you are traveling in time and watching a western film firsthand. The horses were so sweet I am not very experienced at horseback riding but felt very safe the whole time. The views are unreal and our guide (I think his name was Winston) informed us about the rock formations, plants, and some of the history of the area. The hour flew by and we will never forget this experience. The meeting point is easy to find there are signs for Sacred Monument and at the entrance when you pay to get into the park the man knew where to direct us. Thank you for everything!
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V9469kfdanielf
Feb 9, 2025
One of the coolest things I've done! - This was definitely one of the coolest things I've done! We went for the 1-hour tour with Dion as our guide, and he was fantastic - super friendly and shared so much about his culture and the area. Even though I hadn't been on a horse in over 40 years and I'm not exactly athletic, it was such an easy and fun ride. The horses totally know what they're doing, which made me feel completely comfortable as a beginner. The views were absolutely incredible, but what really made it special was getting to experience everything this way. Loved every single minute of it!
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T8472gialexanderp
Jan 12, 2025
The best and most respectful way to visit Monument Valley - Absolutely fantastic tour with an excellent guide who was so kind to tell us about the significance of the location to his Navajo people. We are beginner riders and had no problems whatsoever.
You get much closer to the rocks than with a jeep, so if you are physically able to horseback is the way to visit.
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245emesev
Sep 29, 2024
Horse ride - The guide was very friendly and helpful. The views were beautiful and the horses were very sweet and easily manageable.
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Cheryl_l
Sep 20, 2024
Great tour - Our guide, Dino, was fantastic. Took us on a nice ride to beautiful places in Monument Valley. Told us of Navajo customs and folklore.
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Isabelsl2448dp
Sep 15, 2024
Highly recommended! - Highly recommended. My partner and I are not experienced riders, but we felt safe at all times. Our guide was great and guided us through the middle of Monument Valley and told us interesting details again and again. He also took the time to take pictures of each one against this beautiful background. The horses were very calm and balanced. Even if they weren’t on the road, they were free to romp around the grounds. It was really felt that they were being treated very well there. We would book there again anytime.
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45cl_menceh
Sep 12, 2024
Not to be missed in Monument Valley! - Experience at the top! An hour-long horseback ride with our extremely kind Guide Deion, giving us tips on how to handle horses (we had never ridden before) and passionately telling us the anecdotes and stories of the Navajo and Monument Valley. Horses are very quiet and reassuring, well maintained and well treated. You can feel they like their frames.
We had had a previous experience the day before with another horse tour company in monument valley a bit traumatic forcing us to cancel after only 5min of the tour. Nothing to do with the seriousness of Sacred Monument tours which emphasizes safety, sharing and well treated and non-nervous horses.
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D2674sykristinad
Sep 3, 2024
Horse riding review - Deion was great, told us so much history about monument valley and took so many photos for us. Definitely recommend giving this a go.
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Audrey91690
Oct 29, 2024
Horseback riding in a beautiful setting! - Friendly one-hour horseback ride, in this wonderful setting that is Monument Valley! Our group consisted of six people and two guides. The walk is done in step, with some photo stops and nature information provided by the guides. Memorable memories guaranteed!
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Danny_t
Sep 21, 2024
Disappointing - The bad attitude of the client. They said they would not take us at all. We arrived 3.30pm for 3.30pm due to the line up to pay for $8 entry and not being able to locate the site. They would not offer us anything as an alternative and said it happens all the time. So it’s a con job to get your money!
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