Buchskin Gulch Tour

Highlights / General details

While others are narrower or more challenging to explore, the length and variety of the terrain in the gulch make it the best overall. The canyon is narrow for 12 miles; the cliffs become steadily higher downstream, reaching a height of 500 feet above the streambed at the end, where Buckskin Gulch meets the Paria River which also flows through a deep canyon for several miles either side of the confluence.

The walls of both canyons are rather dark, and the great depth means that the sun rarely illuminates the narrow passages fully. The walls of the gulch show the characteristic swirls and curves worn by countless millennia of floods, and they are eroded into innumerable eerie rock formations which can resemble all kinds of distorted creatures and strange objects. This area is unique in the world and you will not see this anywhere else.

Photography is unlimited in this desert landscape with the orange and pink formations created under ancient sea beds. Vermilion Cliffs is famous for the Coyote Buttes and "The Wave" and there is a permit system to enter this area. Fortunately there are also many great areas that are permit free including White pockets and Buckskin Gulch. We offer day and multi day tours in the Paria Canyon and Buckskin gulch and will gladly try for permits in the wave area as well as South coyote buttes on request. But don't let permit denial persuade you from enjoying this scenic adventure of a lifetime. We are equipped with the right vehicles and guides to offer a special trip outside of the crowds.

Inclusion

Pickup from selected hotels in Page, Arizona Guided tour

Exclusion

Food and beverage Gratuity

Hours of operation

Tour departure times will vary on the season. They can vary from 11:00am to 2:00pm. Departure time will be given upon confirmation.

Duration

Tour is 6 hours

Location Departs from 22 South Powell Boulevard, Page, AZ 86040

Redemption instructions Guest must present voucher to tour guide in exchange for services.

Location

Departs from 22 South Powell Boulevard, Page, AZ 86040

Redemption instructions Guest must present voucher to tour guide in exchange for services.

Policies There is a minimum of 2 passengers per trip.

All information requested must be supplied or booking is subject to automatic cancellation