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Horseshoe Bend & Lake Powell Tour
About The Tour
From the thousand-foot cliffs at Horseshoe Bend to the delicately layered sandstone at Vermilion Cliffs National Monument, you’ll be left in awe of Arizona’s natural wonders. On Shaka Guide’s Horseshoe Bend & Lake Powell Tour you’ll not only take in gorgeous views and scenic hikes – you’ll learn about the geologic and cultural history of this area.
Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!
• Visit Antelope Pass Vista for views of Vermillion Cliffs National Monument
• Hike at Horseshoe Bend
• Learn about a one-armed explorer at the John Wesley Powell Museum
• Stop by Wahweap Marina for a stroll along Lake Powell
• Watch the sunset at Wahweap Overlook
Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!
• Visit Antelope Pass Vista for views of Vermillion Cliffs National Monument
• Hike at Horseshoe Bend
• Learn about a one-armed explorer at the John Wesley Powell Museum
• Stop by Wahweap Marina for a stroll along Lake Powell
• Watch the sunset at Wahweap Overlook
About the tour
From the thousand-foot cliffs at Horseshoe Bend to the delicately layered sandstone at Vermilion Cliffs National Monument, you’ll be left in awe of Arizona’s natural wonders. On Shaka Guide’s Horseshoe Bend & Lake Powell Tour you’ll not only take in gorgeous views and scenic hikes – you’ll learn about the geologic and cultural history of this area.
Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!
• Visit Antelope Pass Vista for views of Vermillion Cliffs National Monument
• Hike at Horseshoe Bend
• Learn about a one-armed explorer at the John Wesley Powell Museum
• Stop by Wahweap Marina for a stroll along Lake Powell
• Watch the sunset at Wahweap Overlook
Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!
• Visit Antelope Pass Vista for views of Vermillion Cliffs National Monument
• Hike at Horseshoe Bend
• Learn about a one-armed explorer at the John Wesley Powell Museum
• Stop by Wahweap Marina for a stroll along Lake Powell
• Watch the sunset at Wahweap Overlook
STARTING POINTS
-Big Water, Utah-Kaibito
-Grand Canyon South Rim
RECOMMENDED START TIME: 7:30 a.m.
OUR SHAKA PROMISE
• Reliable customer support
• Tours crafted by real people
• Satisfaction guaranteed
• Tours never expire
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Horseshoe Bend & Lake Powell Tour Stops
Things to do on the Tour Include:
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Page Rimview Trail
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Wahweap Overlook
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Hanging Gardens Trailhead
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Grandview overlook
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Potato Hill Overlook
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Wahweap Rec Area
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Carl Hayden Vistors Center
Meet the Creators
Megan Selke
Narrator
I’ll be your guide on this tour. Press play to hear a sneak peek of the stories waiting for you as you browse.
Creators behind the Horseshoe Bend & Lake Powell Tour
Megan Selke
Narrator
I’ll be your guide on this tour. Press play to hear a sneak peek of the stories waiting for you as you browse.
Rita Fowers
Writer/Editor
Favorite Quote:
"What man actually needs is not a tensionless state but rather the striving and struggling for some goal worthy of him." - Viktor Frankl
Rayne Warne
Writer & Managing Editor
Favorite Quote:
"Stories are machines inhabited by a god." - Bonnie Friedman
Rachel Ennis
Writer
Favorite Quote:
"I love not man the less, but nature more." -Lord Byron
Jess Conaway
Writer
Favorite Quote:
"Be bold; and mighty forces will come to your aid." - Basil King
Jade Eckardt
Writer
Favorite Quote:
“A good traveler has no fixed plans, and is not intent on arriving.” – Lao Tzu
Adam Kampe
Producer
Favorite Quote:
"Don't Think Twice, It's Alright." - Bob Dylan
Steve Cook
Producer
Favorite Quote:
“The world makes way for the man who knows where he is going.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson
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Horseshoe Bend & Lake Powell Tour
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Horseshoe Bend & Lake Powell Tour FAQS
Information
Conditions can change fast. Please check these links for closures, alerts, and local conditions before your trip. Stay informed so you can ensure a smooth ride.
Inclusions/Exclusions
Inclusions:
- More than a map and directions — your tour, fully guided
- Audio storytelling that plays as you drive
- Music and immersive sound to upgrade your drive
- Human-created, professionally narrated tours
- Pre-planned route with turn-by-turn directions
- Itinerary mapped out with must-see stops
- Expert travel tips
- Offline access – works without data or wifi
- Flexible, self-paced experience
- One purchase per vehicle (not per person)
- Lifetime access (tours never expire)
- Reliable customer support
Exclusions:
- Private transportation (use your own or rental vehicle)
- Meals
- Attraction admission or park entrance fees
- Parking fees
- Live tour guide or in-person services
- Trip planning or booking services
- Fully customizable navigation like Google or Apple Maps
- On-demand route planning or custom directions
- Open-ended navigation tools
Tour FAQs
1. Where does the Horseshoe Bend & Lake Powell Tour go?
This tour has 18 stops in and around Horseshoe Bend & Lake Powell. Check out the itinerary here for a complete list of stops and if you’re looking for more information to help plan your trip, here’s what you need to know before you go!
2. What should I pack for the Horseshoe Bend & Lake Powell Tour?
Sneakers
Hiking Clothes
Water Bottle
Bug Spray
Sunscreen
Bathing Suit
Towel
Sunglasses and hat
Snacks
Cash
Car charger *Very Important*
Phone Mount
First Aid Kit
Hiking Clothes
Water Bottle
Bug Spray
Sunscreen
Bathing Suit
Towel
Sunglasses and hat
Snacks
Cash
Car charger *Very Important*
Phone Mount
First Aid Kit
3. What should I budget for the Horseshoe Bend & Lake Powell Tour?
$10 per car: Horseshoe Bend
$30 per car: Wahweap Recreation Area
$100: Antelope Canyon
$90/65: Water Holes Canyon
$20/25 per person for meals
$30 per car: Wahweap Recreation Area
$100: Antelope Canyon
$90/65: Water Holes Canyon
$20/25 per person for meals
4. What are the hours of operation for the stops on the Horseshoe Bend & Lake Powell Tour?
Horseshoe Bend Overlook is open sunrise to sunset
The Carl Hayden Visitor Center is open Thursday through Monday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The John Wesley Powell Museum is currently closed.
The Glen Canyon Conservancy’s Flagship Office is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Carl Hayden Visitor Center is open Thursday through Monday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The John Wesley Powell Museum is currently closed.
The Glen Canyon Conservancy’s Flagship Office is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
5. Does the Horseshoe Bend & Lake Powell Tour visit Antelope Canyon?
No - tours of Antelope Canyon are only conducted by Navajo tour guides. You can book a visit with a tour company.
6. Can I join the Horseshoe Bend & Lake Powell Tour en route?
Yes! Feel free to join the tour along the route. Just make sure that you follow the numbers in chronological order from where you are starting from. If you don’t begin at one of the tour starting points you’ll miss a few stories, but you’ll still have a great experience.
7. Can I take the Horseshoe Bend & Lake Powell Tour in the opposite direction?
Yes, this tour is available in both directions.
8. Other Questions? Contact us!
Still have questions? Send us an email at aloha@shakaguide.com or give us a call at (808) 201-8138.
What is an Audio Tour Guide?
Think of us as your personal tour guide in an app. Our tours provide everything a guided tour does, but with the freedom to explore on your terms. Here’s how it works:
GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk. Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
The app works offline so even with spotty service we’ll get you where you need to go.
Pretty cool huh? We think so! Check out our tours and let’s explore together.
GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk. Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
The app works offline so even with spotty service we’ll get you where you need to go.
Pretty cool huh? We think so! Check out our tours and let’s explore together.