I was in the canyon in late October and although I didn’t get to experience this phenomenon, I still was dazzled by the dramatic colors and textures and couldn’t stop taking pictures of this surreal and unique environment. Another point to consider is that if you’re not visiting during peak times, you probably won’t get to see the light beams. Tours can get backed up and you might feel like you’re being herded around with not much time to fully enjoy the sights. You’ll spend less than an hour in the canyon and at the end, you’ll exit and walk down a series of stairs and ramps to return to the vehicle.Ī few things to note about Upper Canyon: Since it’s more popular, it’s more expensive than the Lower, and more crowded as you can expect. The canyon bottom is wide and sandy and easy to navigate. Then your driver/guide escorts you through the canyon for a quarter of a mile walk, as he explains about its geology and give tips on taking the best photos. You’ll start your tour at the tour company’s office, where you’ll board a vehicle for the ride to the entrance of the canyon. The majority of people visit Upper Canyon if they only have time to see one of the canyons, due to its massive popularity.
