Tear Drop Arch Tour (3SNGT Tear Drop Arch)

Monument Valley , United States

Tear Drop Arch Tour (3SNGT Tear Drop Arch)

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About this experience

If you love hiking this is the tour your family will enjoy. 1-10 with ten being the most strenuous, this hike is a 3. Very good tour! You well do a little hike to an up-close view of Tear Drop Arch. After that little hike you well be able to see an up-close view of some Anasazi Ruins. You well get to see a very beautiful view of Monument Valley from a lookout point located on the mesa behind the high school. Not a lot of people know of this place because it is located outside of the Navajo Tribal Park, so if you want to do some extra stuff in Monument Valley, Tear Drop Arch Tour can give you something to do.

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Tear Drop Arch Tour (3SNGT Tear Drop Arch)

What's included

Navajo Guides

All our guides live locally & in close surroundings areas and small communities of Monument Valley.

Detailed itinerary

Stop 1

Tear Drop Arch is located outside the Tribal Park, there is a bit of hiking to get to the arch and around to the ruins but well worth the hike. This tour is an extra tour we offer if you want to explore Monument Valley a little more. We don’t get much bookings on this tour but it is well worth the trip. It’s more of a private local area place where locals go for a quick get away and you well be able to see Monument Valley from a higher point. You well be able to see the buttes spread out below. Very beautiful view looking out towards the East. The look out point alone has a beautiful view, the ruins and the tear drop arch are also very unique and beautiful. If you have the time to do this tour, check it out.

Stop 2 Pass by

Horse Canyon is located outside of the Navajo Tribal Park. You well go through the canyon to get to Tear Drop Arch. Its a very beautiful scenic drive but is very sandy. This place is only accessible with a local guide and a 4wheel vehicle.

What's not included

Navajo Nation Park Entrance Fee is NOT included in tour price, fee is separate from our tour.company

There are no facilities while on tour. Only Porta-Potties are available, use at own discretion.

Gratuities

Gratuity is greatly appreciated for your guide, most guides in MV make a living off doing tours.

Available languages

Guide guide

Important information

Service animals allowed

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

IMPORTANT INFORMATION!!! Please be advised that Monument Valley honors Daylight Savings Time. We use Mountain Daylight Saving Time. (MDT) When we are on daylight savings time we are 1hr ahead of Arizona time, when we are off daylight savings time we are the same time as Arizona time. If you are not sure about what time we are on you can call or txt me Please make sure you are using the correct time zone for your scheduled tours. If you show up an hour late for your tour, we cannot guarantee a rescheduling of your tour, so please be aware of the time differences.

Cell service isn’t good here at times so we have text message available for contacting us. Another form of communication we have available for you is email

Please put contact information on your reservation, preferably a phone number we can reach you at when you are traveling. A working phone number is very important, we may need to contact you about your reservation the day before or the day of your tour. If there is a way you can put your email in please do so. Having both forms of contact information included with your reservation helps with communicating with you. Communicating with us about your tour is appreciated. To help make contacting you easier you can send me your email via message on the Viator reservation website. Thank you for your understanding.

Park Entrance fee is not included with the price of the tour. You can either purchase the park entrance fee separately online or you can purchase a ticket at the toll booth at the entrance of the park or at the Welcome Center. If you pre purchase a ticket it well help getting pass the toll booth faster.

The PickUp location is NOT at the Welcome Center that is by the round about. The Navajo Tribal Park Visitor Center is 3-4 miles East of the Welcome Center. If you need help locating the PickUp location or you are running late call or txt me so I can assist you. I can help with sending you a pin for the exact location of the turquoise tour booth.

Please be advised that we have a 2 person minimum occupancy for all tours. If you have any questions about the 2 person minimum occupancy call us. If you are a single traveler sometimes we have tours already scheduled to go out for a tour that we can schedule you in with, if we do not have a tour scheduled for the day or tour you are requesting, you may have to purchase a second ticket. We do our best to work with single travelers so please call before you make a reservation to see what tours we have available for you.

We are a pet friendly company, if you have questions for a pet friendly tour please go to our main website. All information and tours for pet friendly tours are only available on our website.

During the summer it does get hot here so when booking a tour keep that in mind. Check weather conditions and temperatures when booking your tour. Make sure to dress accordingly for the tour. Wearing sandals during the summer is not recommended, the sand and rocks do get hot.

For Tear Drop Arch Tour, it’s best to wear hiking boots or comfortable shoes that you can do some hiking in.

Please be advised that during winter hours we do not have some evening tours available. Please double check tour times with sunset time. We do not want to take you out on a late tour. Winter time we have shorter days so Sunset times are around 5-6pm. If you reserve a tour that starts at 5pm, you well have a very short time of daylight and the rest of your tour well be in the dark.

Keep weather temperatures in mind when booking a tour. It does get hot here during the summer and it does get cold here during the winter. If you do not mind the heat we well do the tour, if you do not mind the cold we well do the tour but please be prepared and dress accordingly to the weather. Winter time we do have blankets available for open air trucks and we also have enclosed vehicles for some tours. When there is no enclosed available we well have you set in the front seat of the open with your guide.

If you want an enclosed vehicle please let us know ahead of time so we can do what we can to work with you.

Meeting point

Meeting point is at the Monument Valley Visitor Center parking lot. On the West end of the parking lot there is a turquoise tour booth/kiosk. The Visitor Center is located right next to The View Hotel.

Important notes

Entry to the Tribal Park has a Separate fee. Park entrance fee is not affliated with our company. Before you enter the Tribal Park there will be a toll booth. Pay entry fee and look for a turquoise tour booth/kiosk in the Visitor Center parking lot. West end of the big, paved parking lot. When you enter the park, it well be the big, paved parking lot on your left-hand side. The turquoise tour booth is visible from the toll booth on the left side of the highway.

About Monument Valley

Monument Valley is a stunning landscape of sandstone buttes and mesas, straddling the Utah-Arizona border within the Navajo Nation. Famous for its iconic movie backdrops and deep cultural significance, it offers a unique blend of natural beauty and rich Native American heritage.

Top Attractions

Monument Valley Tribal Park

The heart of Monument Valley, offering stunning views of iconic sandstone buttes and mesas. Visitors can drive through the valley, take guided tours, and hike to various viewpoints.

Nature Half-day to full-day Moderate (entry fee required)

Goulding's Trading Post Museum

A museum showcasing the history of the Navajo people and the iconic films shot in Monument Valley. The trading post also offers a restaurant and lodging.

Historical 1-2 hours Free entry, fees for some exhibits

Must-Try Local Dishes

Navajo Tacos

Fried bread topped with beans, meat, cheese, and vegetables, a traditional Navajo dish.

Dinner Can be made vegetarian

Frybread

A type of flatbread fried in oil or shortening, often served with honey or powdered sugar.

Snack Vegetarian

Popular Activities

Hiking Guided tours Scenic drives Photography Visiting Goulding's Trading Post Learning about Navajo culture Winter photography Scenic helicopter tours

Best Time to Visit

Spring (March to May) and Fall (September to October)

The weather is pleasant, making it ideal for outdoor activities and sightseeing. The scenery is vibrant, and the crowds are manageable.

15-30°C (59-86°F) 59-86°F

Practical Information

Language

Official: English
Widely spoken: Navajo
English: Widely spoken

Currency

US Dollar (USD)

Time Zone

Mountain Time Zone (GMT-7)

Electricity

120VV, 60HzHz

Safety Information

Overall Safety Rating: Generally safe

Monument Valley is generally safe, but visitors should be aware of the remote location and limited services.

Important Precautions:

• Carry plenty of water and snacks.
• Be prepared for limited services and amenities.
• Drive carefully on unpaved roads.

Getting there

By air

Page Municipal Airport • 100 km (62 miles) from Monument Valley

Getting around

Taxis

Available • Apps:

Rentals

Car

Neighborhoods

Goulding's Area Monument Valley Visitor Center Area

Day trips

Page, Arizona

100 km (62 miles) • Half-day to full-day

Home to Lake Powell and the famous Antelope Canyon, Page offers a variety of outdoor activities and stunning landscapes.

Pro tips

Visit the visitor center first for maps, information, and permits.
Start your day early to avoid the midday heat and crowds.
Bring plenty of water, sunscreen, and snacks as services are limited.
Respect the environment and leave no trace.
Consider hiring a Navajo guide for a deeper understanding of the valley's cultural significance.