"Wonderful tour, and the guide was very nice and helpful!"
Eagle Mesa · Sleeping Bear · From $74 (Oct 2026)
Monument Valley Horseback Tour
A ride of 30 minutes to an hour with Navajo guides, on horses raised by a Navajo ranching family and matched to how well you ride, with the Mittens on the skyline.
From
$74
per person · Oct 2026
Free cancellation
- 4.4 / 5 1465+ Reviews
- All levels Horses Matched
- 8+ Minimum Age
- Free Cancellation
The Experience
What the Horseback Adventure Includes
A horse matched to your level, a saddle, a helmet if you ask, and a Navajo guide.
Highlights
- Experience the spiritual connection with Navajo-trained horses
- Ride with horses matched to your skill, suitable for all riding levels
- Ride thru iconic locations like Eagle Mesa, Bear & Rabbit, & Sleeping Bear
What's Included
- Horseback riding tour
- Horse
- Saddle
- Helmet (by request)
- Native guide to share the history of the beautiful monuments
Good to know: If you have any additional questions please feel free to contact the activity provider after booking · Not suitable for: Children under 8 years, Pregnant women · Not Included: Food, drinks, baggage handling
How a Horseback Ride Works
Pick the ride length, sign the waiver, wear long trousers, and meet at the stables.
Choose the Ride Length
Options run from about 30 minutes to an hour. Riders of every level are taken; beginners get the calmest horses.
Dress for the Saddle
Long trousers and closed shoes. The operator asks you to bring a camera and a signed waiver, and food and drink are not allowed on the ride.
Meet at the Stables
Rides start from D/D MTA Horse Tours by the KOA campground, not from the visitor center. Check the meeting point on your ticket.
Ride Toward Eagle Mesa
The trail passes Eagle Mesa, Sleeping Bear and Bear and Rabbit, with the Mittens across the valley. The guide tells the stories behind the names.
Photo Gallery
Monument Valley on Horseback
Photos from the horseback tour listing: the horses, the trail and the buttes behind.
Book Your Experience
Check Availability & Prices
Select your preferred date and time. Instant confirmation — free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.
Horse, Jeep or Both?
The ride compared with the vehicle tours. Prices as listed on GetYourGuide in October 2026.
| Feature | ON HORSEBACK Horseback Adventure | Backcountry Jeep Tour | Sunset Tour |
|---|---|---|---|
| From (October 2026) | $74 per person | $68 per person | $78 per person |
| Length | 30 minutes to 1 hour | 2.5 hours | 3 hours |
| Where | Trail toward Eagle Mesa from the stables | Valley Drive and backcountry | Valley Drive and backcountry |
| Minimum age | 8 | Not stated | Not stated |
| Check Availability | See Jeep Tours | See Sunset Tours |
On Four Wheels Instead
Other Ways to See Monument Valley
If riding is not for everyone in your group: the backcountry by jeep, the sunset drive, and the full day with Mystery Valley.
BY JEEPMonument Valley: Backcountry Jeep Tour with Navajo Guide
See all the sights of Monument Valley on a small group tour led by a local guide. Enjoy an exclusive visit to the valley’s backcountry, which is only accessible with a Navajo guide.
SUNSETMonument Valley: Sunset Tour with Navajo Guide
Embark on a tour of Monument Valley and discover the breathtaking monuments you’ve seen in photos and western movies.
FULL DAYMonument Valley and Mystery Valley Full-Day Tour
Experience Monument Valley and Mystery Valley in one day with a local Navajo guide.
The Guide
Riding in Monument Valley: Who It Suits and What You See
A short ride covers less ground than a jeep tour, and it takes riders of every level from age 8.
A Monument Valley horseback tour is a guided ride of 30 minutes to an hour on Navajo land, and the one on GetYourGuide starts from stables near the KOA campground rather than inside the tribal park’s visitor area. The Horseback Adventure Tour is run by D/D MTA Horse Tours with horses raised by a Navajo ranching family, matched to each rider’s experience. It is from $74 a person (checked October 2026) and rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1,465 reviews.
The rating is lower than the vehicle tours’ 4.8 to 4.9, from a very large number of rides. Recent reviews are warm about the guides and about safety: one rider and her mother “felt very safe and comfortable” because each person got a horse that matched their experience. Another found it funny that her husband’s horse kept stopping to eat.
What you see from the saddle
The trail runs past Eagle Mesa, Sleeping Bear, Sitting Hen and the formation called Bear and Rabbit, with the West and East Mittens on the skyline. It does not follow the 17-mile Valley Drive or reach the backcountry arches; the stops on a jeep tour are a separate trip. For families with children from 8 up, a short ride is often the easier half-day.
Guides are trained in first aid and CPR every year, according to the operator. Helmets are available on request.
Who it suits
It suits beginners as well as riders, and anyone who wants an hour away from the vehicles. It does not suit children under 8, pregnant women, or anyone who wants to see the whole valley; for that, book a vehicle tour and ride as a second activity. Wear long trousers and closed shoes, and bring the signed waiver the operator asks for.
| Tour | From | Length | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horseback Adventure Tour | $74 | 30 minutes to 1 hour | 1,465 |
| Backcountry Jeep Tour with Navajo Guide | $68 | 2.5 hours | 2,479 |
| Sunset Tour with Navajo Guide | $78 | 3 hours | 1,956 |
Per person, as listed on GetYourGuide in October 2026.
At John Ford Point on the Valley Drive, Navajo riders often wait with a horse for the classic Western photograph; that is a separate, small fee paid on the spot, and the John Ford Point guide explains it.
Guest Reviews
What Horseback Riders Say
4.4/5
from 1465 verified guests
"Super aventure, guide très drôle et sympathique 😊"
"My mom and I went on the horseback Tour and it was beyond amazing! The guide(s) were great and made sure everyone was getting a horse that matched one’s horse riding experience! We both felt very safe and comfortable. The guide was funny, spoke clearly, gave instructions and made sure everybody was included. We chose the one hour tour (definitely recommended, 30min would’ve been too short in our opinion). The hour was perfect since once you’ve felt comfortable and confident in riding, you were able to totally enjoy the view and just take it all in. The route was STUNNING!! Great view of the mountains and a wide , open landscape. We chose the tour at 6.00pm-7.00pm, next time we’d choose an hour earlier, so the tour would end when it’s still bright outside (on the way back it was dark, which was totally fine but it was getting very cold). Overall, 1000/10 experience, worth every penny! Definitely would recommend!"
"Excellent experience but my husband have a horse funny, he is always hungry and stop to eat as always. It is esilarant.😂😂"
"We were as a family, our son rides horses and me too. It was well adapted to all of us and we had a relaxing time, enjoying being with horses and the surrounding landscape. Thank you for the nice experience !"
"It was my first time riding a horse, but the guide was able to explain to me how to mount and then how to handle the horse along the route. They assign you a horse suited to your skill level. A perfect experience. I'd do it again 1,000 times!"
"Amazing tour! We woke up really early to catch the sunrise, the views were amazing. Guide was super nice. Totally recommend!"
"It was a wonderful experience… watching Monument Valley come to life with color at sunrise!! They were very kind, and the horses were very well-behaved. They reassured me and gave me a horse that was just right for me, given my fear. 😁 A wonderful memory."
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The Horseback Adventure Tour pairs you with a horse from a Navajo ranching family and a Navajo guide for 30 minutes to an hour on the trails toward Eagle Mesa. Rated 4.4 from 1,465 reviews, from $74 a person as of October 2026, with free cancellation up to 24 hours before. Not for children under 8. Starting from $74 per person · Oct 2026.
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Monument Valley Horseback Tour FAQ
What to know before booking a ride in Monument Valley.
Yes: the Horseback Adventure Tour takes all levels and matches each rider with a horse that suits their experience. The horses are raised by a Navajo ranching family and the guides are Navajo. Children under 8 and pregnant women cannot ride.
From about 30 minutes to an hour, depending on the option you book. The trail runs toward Eagle Mesa, Sleeping Bear and Bear and Rabbit, with the Mittens on the skyline. It does not follow the Valley Drive or reach the backcountry arches.
From $74 a person, on GetYourGuide in October 2026. The price includes the horse, saddle, a helmet on request and the guide. Food and drink are not allowed on the ride.
At D/D MTA Horse Tours near the KOA campground, not at the tribal park's visitor center. Check the meeting point on your ticket, and wear long trousers and closed shoes. The operator asks for a signed waiver.
Yes: Navajo riders often wait at John Ford Point with a horse, and for a small fee you can be photographed on it. That is a photo, not a ride. The John Ford Point guide explains it.
Still have questions? Email us at info@monument-valley-tour.com