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Monument Valley Horseback Tour: 2-Hour Experience
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464 Ratings
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Embark on a 2-hour horseback tour in Monument Valley and create unforgettable memories. Our well-trained horses will guide you through the stunning landscape, providing a unique and immersive experience.
Embark on a 2-hour horseback tour in Monument Valley and create unforgettable memories. Our well-trained horses will guide you through the stunning landscape, providing a unique and immersive experience.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Sacred Monument Tours - Travel by car or on foot to The View Hotel Premium Cabins, where a path leads to the horse stable. Upon arrival at the Sacred Monument Tours Horse Stable, guests will meet their Navajo guide, sign a waiver, and receive a safety briefing.
- The Mitten Buttes And Merrick Butte - The adventure begins with a picturesque ride…
- Sacred Monument Tours - Travel by car or on foot to The View Hotel Premium Cabins, where a path leads to the horse stable. Upon arrival at the Sacred Monument Tours Horse Stable, guests will meet their Navajo guide, sign a waiver, and receive a safety briefing.
- The Mitten Buttes And Merrick Butte - The adventure begins with a picturesque ride to The Mittens, also known as the West and East Mitten Buttes. Enjoy breathtaking views and discover the geological importance of these iconic landmarks. From the south, the buttes resemble two enormous mittens with thumbs pointing inward.
- Merrick Butte - Named after the famous 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. Riding through the valley, guests will feel as if they are part of a classic Western movie, with Merrick Butte’s impressive silhouette enhancing the rugged beauty of the landscape.
- Sentinel Mesa - Known as 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.
- Sacred Monument Tours - The tour concludes at the Sacred Monument Tours Horse Stable, where guests are welcome to ask their guide any remaining questions and capture last-minute photos with everyone, including the horses!
What's Included
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
- Tour Guide
- Cowboy Hats & Helmets
- Photography Opportunities
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
- Tour Guide
- Cowboy Hats & Helmets
- Photography Opportunities
What's Not Included
- Entrance fees
- Food & Drink
- Private transportation
- Extended or Custom Stops
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees
- Food & Drink
- Private transportation
- Extended or Custom Stops
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Embark on a two-hour horseback adventure through the western charm of Monument Valley! Ride past majestic mesas and stunning red rock formations, enveloped by the essence of the Old West. Accompanied by a Navajo guide, an experienced cowboy, and our friendly, well-trained horses, you’ll experience the spirit of this cherished land. Whether you’re an…
Embark on a two-hour horseback adventure through the western charm of Monument Valley! Ride past majestic mesas and stunning red rock formations, enveloped by the essence of the Old West. Accompanied by a Navajo guide, an experienced cowboy, and our friendly, well-trained horses, you’ll experience the spirit of this cherished land. Whether you’re an experienced rider or a complete novice, this journey promises memories as vast as the valley itself. So, put on your boots, embrace the breeze, and join us for an unforgettable ride through this legendary frontier!
Location
Sacred Monument Tours
Main Monument Valley Road
Please arrive 30 minutes before your tour time. 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 location.
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
4.6
(464 Ratings)
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Karin
Mar 17, 2026
Once in a lifetime! - Although the meeting point was a bit unclear (tip: put a sign there that you have to drive on to the cottage), the drive through Monument Valley was a great experience.
Zeke, our guide, told us all about the rock formations and always took the time to take pictures.
We ride horses very occasionally and enjoyed the narrow paths. Sometimes it got exciting, but never dangerous.
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Kenzie_p
Mar 12, 2026
Amazing experience - Marco was amazing and it was a magical experience! We walked right through Monument valley and got great photos. He was very helpful.
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Marylou_v
Feb 18, 2026
Great walk very nice souvenir - Marco is a great guide I recommend great family time we will come back. Thank you again.
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Kimberly_s
Feb 15, 2026
Do it!! Highlight of monument valley - Our horseback tour through Monument Valley was the highlight of our trip. There’s something so surreal about being right up against the red rocks instead of just looking at them from a car window. Our guide was also fantastic. He didn't just give us facts; he shared personal stories about Navajo culture and what this land means to them. The horses were incredibly sweet, the pace was nice and relaxed, and the views were just unbeatable. Five stars doesn't even do it justice!
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Peyton_g
Jan 29, 2026
Monument Valley Horseback ride - I surprised my wife with a 2hr horseback tour. We were greeted by Nelson who was very kind and knowledgeable about the horses and the area. The views and the experience were stunning to say the least. Couldn’t be happier with how this turned out. Thank you Nelson and Sacred Monument Tours! We will be back!
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Williamtb8305pm
Jan 2, 2026
First time riding a horse - The guide was excellent and, along with Monument Valley, provided a great experience. This was my first time riding a horse. The guide had some gentle ones picked for the group. Be aware Monument Valley is by no means flat, so you will be ascending and descending while on the horse.
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Varun199125
Dec 14, 2025
Serene, surreal and... - Serene, surreal and blissful. We had an out of the world experience, what a great way to experience monumental valley. Highly recommend.
P.S - it was not first time on a horse and yet it was an easy and fun experience.
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Goplaces42208969436
Dec 2, 2025
Unforgettable scenery and experience in life ★ - It was a horseback ride in the amazing scenery and a real memory! The guide also kindly taught me a lot of things, and I was able to join the tour with great peace of mind. I highly recommend it to everyone!
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Wiktoria_j
Nov 18, 2025
The best - I recommend this to everyone. My husband and I had an amazing adventure. The guide was fantastic and everything was exactly as it should be. I warmly recommend it — don’t hesitate.
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Annstuartdvm
Nov 1, 2025
You should do it! - What a wonderful ride! The scenery was spectacular and we traversed some interesting terrain as we got closer to the huge land formations. Our horses were sweet and kind and took great care of us along with our guide, who was an excellent horseman.
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