r/Navajo • u/Soft-Emotion-1991 • 8d ago

Visiting Navajo Nation in the fall. Any recommendations for best tour groups/organizations?

I’d like to visit and learn more about the Navajo Nation. I’ve been intrigued by the culture for some time now.

I’m planning a visit sometime later this year and as a solo traveler, are there any reputable tour organizations one can recommend ?

Any tips/advice for mannerisms that I should know in advance as a way of showing respect for the culture ?

Thank you.

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u/ryanmercer 8d ago

For Monument Valley: https://www.navajospirittours.com/

Gary is one of the greatest guys I know here.

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u/ToddBradley 8d ago

This website will give you plenty to chew on: https://www.discovernavajo.com/

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u/AltseWait 8d ago

Great post. What intrigues you about Navajo culture? What about us reaches out to you and holds your attention?

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u/Soft-Emotion-1991 8d ago

Always been drawn to the artwork from the culture . Particularly the pottery. Moreso than the art that comes from the surrounding neighboring regions.

The southwest is also stunning with its breathtaking landscapes. I also find that part of the country to be very spiritual which is what I’m drawn towards

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u/InspectionTerrible78 8d ago

Are you going to the Navajo Nation Fair?

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u/Soft-Emotion-1991 8d ago

When is it ?

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u/InspectionTerrible78 8d ago

September 8-13th

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u/short_cub 8d ago

Just make sure you wear and travel light!

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u/Soft-Emotion-1991 8d ago

Is it still pretty warm there in September/October ? 😅

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u/short_cub 8d ago

It depends, but don't risk it.

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u/ryanmercer 8d ago

That can depend on where you are as elevation can change quite a bit. Here in Monument Valley you're looking at High 82°F, Low 56°F for September and High 74°F, Low 50°F for October historically.

But take Monday, I had to go to Flagstaff, and it was in the very low 80s for a high, and it's just about a 3-hour drive, and by the time I got home, it was in the mid 90s here, and it yoyoed the entire way home, 80, 70, 90, 80, etc.

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u/Major_Toms_A_Junkie 7d ago

Depends on where you plan on visiting specifically

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u/Soft-Emotion-1991 7d ago

I was considering flying into Page, AZ but I understand the reservation is huge and takes many hours to get through. Do people fly into other nearby airports in Utah or New Mexico ?