Our family, our home

Our family has lived in the shadow of these canyons for four generations, and we still live here. This is our home, not a route.

Who we are

A Navajo family, sharing the place we call home

Our family has lived in the shadow of these canyons for four generations. Long before Page appeared on a map, our grandparents Polly and Sally Young and Charley Young, Sr. raised their children in a traditional hogan, herding sheep from Antelope Point to Horseshoe Mesa. When Glen Canyon Dam rose and Lake Powell filled, our world changed. But our grandmother Polly’s words stayed with us: learn both ways, but never forget who you are.

Shun’Diin Canyon Tours began by following the lead of our cousin brother Bobby Begay, who started his own venture first. His example showed us what was possible. Our family founded Shun’Diin with the help of one of our nephews, built on the same belief: that we could share the beauty of this land while honoring what makes it sacred. In Navajo tradition we are a matrilineal people, and our business reflects it. The story passed from our grandmothers to Amelia, and now to her daughter Nicole.

The Shun'Diin Sprinter on red sand under a blue sky near Page

How it works

We lead the journey. Our Navajo partners guide you inside.

Shun'Diin handles your pickup, permits, timing and the stories on the drive. Inside each canyon, licensed Navajo partner guides lead the walk and know exactly where the light falls.