7.30 am upper antelope canyon tour

Question

Planning to book upper antelope canyon tour during Thanksgiving holidays..All the time slots are already booked, except morning 7.30 am. Is it worth to visit the canyon that early in the morning in November?

However, the lower canyon tour is available during middle of the day..

Answer

Visiting Upper Antelope Canyon at 7:30 am in November has both pros and cons, so it depends on what you prioritize for your visit. Early morning tours are usually less crowded, which can make for a more serene experience and allow for better photos without many people in the frame. The canyon lighting will be softer, but the famous light beams are generally strongest later in the morning, especially around midday. In November, the sun is lower, so you might see fewer dramatic beams, but the soft light can highlight the canyon’s textures beautifully.

The Lower Antelope Canyon tour around midday would give you better chances of seeing those iconic light beams, as sunlight penetrates deeper into the slot canyon. Lower Canyon tours are also less crowded than Upper Canyon, but the timing can make it feel busier if booked during peak times.

Pros of 7:30 am Upper Canyon: less crowded, cooler temperatures, softer lighting for photography.
Cons of 7:30 am Upper Canyon: limited light beams due to early time and November sun angle.
Pros of midday Lower Canyon: stronger light beams, good for dramatic photos, slightly less strenuous walking.
Cons of midday Lower Canyon: potentially busier, hotter temperatures in direct sunlight outside the canyon.

If your priority is to avoid crowds and enjoy a quieter, more contemplative experience, the early Upper Canyon tour is worthwhile. If seeing light beams and capturing the classic photos is more important, then a midday Lower Canyon tour may be preferable.

Given that the Upper Canyon tours are mostly booked and the 7:30 am slot is available, it is still a good option, especially if you prefer a calm and less crowded visit. You could combine this with the Lower Canyon tour another day if your schedule allows, but for one visit, the early Upper Canyon tour will still offer a memorable experience.

7.30 am upper antelope canyon tour

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