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Things to do in Chinle, Arizona (AZ): The Best Historical & Heritage Tours
Chinle (Navajo: Chʼínílį́) is a census-designated place (CDP) in Apache County, Arizona. The name in Navajo means "flowing out" and is a reference to the location where the water flows out of the Canyon de Chelly. The population was 4,518 at the 2010 census.
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1. 5-hour Private Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Each tour is lead by an experienced Navajo guide, who is certified by the Navajo Nation Parks & Recreation Dept. and National Park Service. Each and everyone of our guides was born and raised in this Canyon De Chelly area, allowing them to gain a vast knowledge of its history to share with all our guests who visit this place we call home. As well as learning about the canyon's rich history, rock art sites and other archeological sites, you will hear stories and tales of life in the canyon and get a chance to visit our guide's families who still weave, farm, ranch, and continue to live a traditional Navajo lifestyle in this rural part of the southwest. We invite you to join one of our guides on a truly unique and one of a kind tour, and to support this 100% NAVAJO OWNED and OPERATED SMALL BUSINESS!! Ahéhee' (thank you) * Private tours can be customized, please call for more information or include in notes section when booking online
Inclusions: Guide/Driver
Exclusions: Gratuities, Navajo Nation Backcountry Permit Fee $2.00/person cash only
Reviewed By Collen Y
This company took my money back in August for jeep tour tickets in October. As far as I can tell, they are no longer in business due to COVID, so I never went on the tour. All attempts at communicating with them have failed, their phones seem to be disconnected. They never communicated with me to inform me that the tours are cancelled, and they are not cooperating with refunding my money. Their website is still taking payments for tickets and reservations, but NO TOURS as far as I can tell. I had to call hotels in Chinle to get information on this company as far as whether they are running or not. Note that their latest favorable reviews are from February. Buyer beware.
2. 3-Hour Group Tour
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 6 reviews
Each tour is lead by an experienced Navajo guide, who is certified by the Navajo Nation Parks & Recreation Dept. and National Park Service. Each and everyone of our guides was born and raised in this Canyon De Chelly area, allowing them to gain a vast knowledge of its history to share with all our guests who visit this place we call home. As well as learning about the canyon's rich history, rock art sites and other archeological sites, you will hear stories and tales of life in the canyon and get a chance to visit our guide's families who still weave, farm, ranch, and continue to live a traditional Navajo lifestyle in this rural part of the southwest. We invite you to join one of our guides on a truly unique and one of a kind tour, and to support this 100% NAVAJO OWNED and OPERATED SMALL BUSINESS!! Ahéhee' (thank you)
Inclusions: Licensed Tour Guide
Exclusions: Gratuities, Navajo Nation Backcountry Permit Fee $2.00/person cash only
Reviewed By Collen Y
This company took my money back in August for jeep tour tickets in October. As far as I can tell, they are no longer in business due to COVID, so I never went on the tour. All attempts at communicating with them have failed, their phones seem to be disconnected. They never communicated with me to inform me that the tours are cancelled, and they are not cooperating with refunding my money. Their website is still taking payments for tickets and reservations, but NO TOURS as far as I can tell. I had to call hotels in Chinle to get information on this company as far as whether they are running or not. Note that their latest favorable reviews are from February. Buyer beware.
3. 4-hour Private Tour
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 11 reviews
Each tour is lead by an experienced Navajo guide, who is certified by the Navajo Nation Parks & Recreation Dept. and National Park Service. Each and everyone of our guides was born and raised in this Canyon De Chelly area, allowing them to gain a vast knowledge of its history to share with all our guests who visit this place we call home. As well as learning about the canyon's rich history, rock art sites and other archeological sites, you will hear stories and tales of life in the canyon and get a chance to visit our guide's families who still weave, farm, ranch, and continue to live a traditional Navajo lifestyle in this rural part of the southwest. We invite you to join one of our guides on a truly unique and one of a kind tour, and to support this 100% NAVAJO OWNED and OPERATED SMALL BUSINESS!! Ahéhee' (thank you) * This private tour can be customized, please call for more information or include details for customizing in booking notes.
Inclusions: Navajo Guide
Exclusions: Gratuities, Navajo Nation Backcountry Permit Fee $2.00/person cash only
Reviewed By Collen Y
This company took my money back in August for jeep tour tickets in October. As far as I can tell, they are no longer in business due to COVID, so I never went on the tour. All attempts at communicating with them have failed, their phones seem to be disconnected. They never communicated with me to inform me that the tours are cancelled, and they are not cooperating with refunding my money. Their website is still taking payments for tickets and reservations, but NO TOURS as far as I can tell. I had to call hotels in Chinle to get information on this company as far as whether they are running or not. Note that their latest favorable reviews are from February. Buyer beware.
4. 3-hour Private Tour
Overall Ratings
4.6 based on 25 reviews
Each tour is lead by an experienced Navajo guide, who is certified by the Navajo Nation Parks & Recreation Dept. and National Park Service. Each and everyone of our guides was born and raised in this Canyon De Chelly area, allowing them to gain a vast knowledge of its history to share with all our guests who visit this place we call home. As well as learning about the canyon's rich history, rock art sites and other archeological sites, you will hear stories and tales of life in the canyon and get a chance to visit our guide's families who still weave, farm, ranch, and continue to live a traditional Navajo lifestyle in this rural part of the southwest. We invite you to join one of our guides on a truly unique and one of a kind tour, and to support this 100% NAVAJO OWNED and OPERATED SMALL BUSINESS!! Ahéhee' (thank you) * This private tour can be customized, please call for more information or include details for customizing in booking notes.
Inclusions: In-person driver guide
Exclusions: Gratuities, Navajo Nation Backcountry Permit Fee $2.00/person cash only
Reviewed By V3395OVmaryc
Lee and Uncle Ben managed to salvage our tour when the canyon was abruptly closed as a precaution due to COVID-19. Lee was very apologetic. He kindly offered us a refund but gave us the option of visiting some overlooks and an Anasazi cliff dwelling that was typically not part of his tour. We’re so glad we went with Plan B! The views were breathtaking and we learned so much about Navajo traditions, culture and history. We can’t wait to visit Canyon de Chelly again and plan to use Beauty Way when we do!
5. 1PM 3-Hour Group Tour
Each tour is lead by an experienced Navajo guide, who is certified by the Navajo Nation Parks & Recreation Dept. and National Park Service. Each and everyone of our guides was born and raised in this Canyon De Chelly area, allowing them to gain a vast knowledge of its history to share with all our guests who visit this place we call home. As well as learning about the canyon's rich history, rock art sites and other archeological sites, you will hear stories and tales of life in the canyon and get a chance to visit our guide's families who still weave, farm, ranch, and continue to live a traditional Navajo lifestyle in this rural part of the southwest.
Inclusions: Experienced Navajo Guide
Exclusions: (separate $2.00/person fee-cash only, collected by Navajo Nation Parks & Rec Dept).
Reviewed By Collen Y
This company took my money back in August for jeep tour tickets in October. As far as I can tell, they are no longer in business due to COVID, so I never went on the tour. All attempts at communicating with them have failed, their phones seem to be disconnected. They never communicated with me to inform me that the tours are cancelled, and they are not cooperating with refunding my money. Their website is still taking payments for tickets and reservations, but NO TOURS as far as I can tell. I had to call hotels in Chinle to get information on this company as far as whether they are running or not. Note that their latest favorable reviews are from February. Buyer beware.
