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Our most recommended Nevada Canoe & kayak tours

Las Vegas: Emerald Cave Clear-Kayak Tour

1. Las Vegas: Emerald Cave Clear-Kayak Tour

Take a day trip to experience the Colorado River's majestic Emerald Cave on a scenic kayaking tour that includes snacks and optional round-trip transportation from Las Vegas. Meet your guide at Willow Beach to get prepared for the day, get a quick lesson, and jump onboard your clear-bottom kayak. Start with a pickup from one of the resort hotels on the Las Vegas strip and travel towards Willow Beach, Arizona for your guided kayaking tour. Upon arrival at the canyon, receive a quick kayaking lesson from your guide and get ready for your adventure. Enjoy the underwater views through your glass-bottom kayak. Paddle towards Emerald Cave, with a break to stop and admire the fantastic views of the entire canyon. Keep a lookout for wildlife species such as the Desert Big Horn Sheep, blue heron, and bald eagles. Enter the Emerald Cave and enjoy the tranquility of your surroundings. Take the opportunity to swim in the Colorado River, before heading back to the starting back for your return transfer back to Las Vegas.

Willow Beach: Emerald Cave and Lake Mead Kayaking Tour

2. Willow Beach: Emerald Cave and Lake Mead Kayaking Tour

Discover a kayaker’s dream destination – the Emerald Cave and Willow Beach – on this kayaking tour from Las Vegas with a guide and unlimited snacks and drinks. Swim in the cave’s enchanting green water and keep an eye out for wildlife. Choose to get picked up from your accommodations or make your way to Willow Beach to meet your guide. Start with a quick kayaking lesson before gearing up and getting on your kayak. When paddling toward Emerald Cave, take a break from kayaking and explore breathtaking views of the entire canyon. Get your cameras ready for the desert bighorn sheep, blue heron, and bald eagles. Marvel at the canyon walls lining Emerald Cave that are 5,000 to 7,000 feet high. During the tour, get the chance to swim in the mystical green water of the Colorado River. When the sun shines at the right angle, reflections off the sediment on the cave walls make the river water look bright green. The outdoor adventure Sherpa shares that the cave's green waters shine the brightest during the spring and summer months. 

From Las Vegas: Emerald Cave Half-Day Kayak Tour

3. From Las Vegas: Emerald Cave Half-Day Kayak Tour

Swap the lights of Las Vegas for one day on a nature day trip and guided kayaking adventure in nearby Arizona. Travel to beautiful Willow Beach, surrounded by steep canyon walls along the Colorado River, the site of your kayaking activity. A great escape into rugged nature for the day. Start with a hotel pickup from the Las Vegas Strip. After arriving at Willow Beach Marina, get fitted for your kayak and away you go with your guide. Paddle north on the crystal clear Colorado River while your guide points out wildlife and geological features in your surroundings. Arrive at the Emerald Cave about 2 miles in — explore the grotto-syle cave with pristine green-colored waters. Remember your waterproof camera, you’ll need it. Next, take a short hike to visit the historical site of the River Gauger's home that overlooks the river for a great photo opportunity and amazing views. Here your guide will share history about the River Gaugers. After a quick pit stop for some snacks and refreshments, head back to the river with cool, flowing water that stays at 12 degrees Celsius (53 degrees Fahrenheit) all year round. Soak up the picturesque natural attractions as you meander your way back to your launching point, before catching your ride back to Sin City.

Las Vegas: Grand Canyon, Emerald Cave Kayak & Lake Mead Tour

4. Las Vegas: Grand Canyon, Emerald Cave Kayak & Lake Mead Tour

In the morning, we can choose to go to Emerald Cove, a magnificent natural landscape located in Colorado and on the border. It is a paradise for kayaking enthusiasts, where you can admire the crystal-clear lake that resembles green jelly and experience the thrill of kayaking in the canyon, enjoying the mountain and water scenery, and endless green water grass. After visiting Emerald Cove, we will head to the Grand Canyon West Rim, where the most famous attraction is the Grand Canyon Skywalk, a glass bridge that hangs 4,000 feet (1230 meters) above the Colorado River. Standing on it feels like walking in the air, but it is a view only for the brave. If you dream of reaching the bottom of the Grand Canyon, you can take a helicopter ride at the West Rim. This activity is only available in the West Rim and offers the opportunity to see the changes in rock formations and billions of years of history from top to bottom, as well as hiking and a short river rafting trip on the Colorado River. At Emerald Cove, you can experience a customized professional kayaking tour. Our service team will provide you with a quick introduction to kayaking and safety training to ensure a worry-free journey. During the kayaking journey to the Emerald Cave, we will explore the magnificent scenery of the entire canyon, including occasional sightings of desert bighorn sheep, blue herons, and bald eagles. If the water temperature is suitable and safe, you will have the opportunity to swim and play in the emerald green Colorado River and trace the historical traces of the hard work of the predecessors who built Lake Mead and the Hoover Dam. The West Rim is the western end of the lengthy Colorado Canyon and is also known as the West Edge of the Grand Canyon. It belongs to the protected area of the Hualapai tribe of Native Americans and was developed by investors and not managed by the Grand Canyon National Park. The West Rim is only a three-hour drive from Las Vegas, and a U-shaped glass walkway has been built here for everyone to experience the height and excitement of the canyon. The West Rim Skywalk is the "Bridge of Heaven" designed by the Chinese and planned for ten years, and is hailed as the eighth wonder of the world. The structure can withstand strong winds, earthquakes up to level 8, and can hold the weight of 20,000 people. The glass bridge is horseshoe-shaped and is over 1,000 meters high above the ground, with the entire bottom made of glass, which is enough to test the courage of visitors. Standing on the bridge, you can overlook the Grand Canyon and the Colorado River over 1,000 meters below.

From Las Vegas: Emerald Cave Kayak Tour with Shuttle Pickup

5. From Las Vegas: Emerald Cave Kayak Tour with Shuttle Pickup

We have 3 different pick up points conveniently located along the Las Vegas Strip (Mandalay Bay, Bellagio, Venetian) where you will be picked up shuttled to the banks of the might Colorado River. We will then paddle through primitive volcanic canyon walls towering over 900’ and through giant volcanic boulders at the opening of Black Canyon. Venture out of your kayaks on land where you will hike up a hill to learn some fascinating history about the area and get a spectacular view of the entire canyon. Back your kayak into the Cave to witness the remarkable emerald green water. Enjoy hanging out with friends and family while enjoying the wildlife drama unfold on both Nevada and Arizona shorelines. Be prepared to see desert bighorn sheep, osprey, falcons, bald eagles, and great blue heron in their natural setting!

From Las Vegas: Guided Emerald Cave Kayak Tour

6. From Las Vegas: Guided Emerald Cave Kayak Tour

Spend a day surrounded by clear water and natural landscapes on this guided kayaking tour starting from Las Vegas. Paddle along the Colorado River and see the Emerald Cave. This is a great tour option for both beginners and advanced paddlers alike. This kayaking tour paddles onto the Colorado River at various times in the morning, starting from Las Vegas and taking off into the water at Willow Beach, Arizona. An early morning tour lets you beat the heat and the crowds. The moment the paddle dips into the Colorado River, you'll be transported back in time. Paddle past historic sites of the 1920s era government project that gave life to the desert southwest. Venture into the Black Canyon narrows to explore the river that exists only an hour outside of the busy lights of the Las Vegas strip. Arrive at Emerald Cave and learn how to back up your kayak into the cave to get some unbeatable photos of the emerald green water. The cave itself is the cherry on top of a spectacular afternoon on this picturesque section of the river.

Las Vegas: Willow Beach Kayaking Tour with Optional Pickup

7. Las Vegas: Willow Beach Kayaking Tour with Optional Pickup

Take a kayaking tour through Willow Beach with a local guide. Choose an optional transfer from Los Angeles and go on a journey through the spectacular natural scenery along the Colorado River. See highlights such as Gauger’s Homesite and the famous Emerald Cave. Start with pickup from the Las Vegas strip, or meet directly at Willow Beach. Get comfortable in your kayak and set off with your guide to explore highlights and hidden spots, stopping first at the Willow Beach Fish Hatchery. Then, head to Gauger’s Homesite, a historic landmark and unique viewpoint. Continue to the impressive Emerald Cave, which you'll be able to enter in your kayak. Take in its vibrantly colored waters and keep an eye out for the area's native wildlife such as bighorn sheep and falcons. Finally, paddle back to Willow Beach, where you can take a break to swim and relax, before being transferred back to Los Angeles if you choose.

From Las Vegas: Black Canyon Half-Day Kayak Tour

8. From Las Vegas: Black Canyon Half-Day Kayak Tour

Following pick-up from your approved hotel on the Las Vegas Strip, escape the city and journey by comfortable Mercedes Sprinter to the start point of your kayak adventure into the Black Canyon. Arrive at Willow Beach and prepare for the day ahead as your guides help fit you into your kayaks. Paddle upstream into the narrow channels of the Black Canyon, and scour the banks to spot a variety of wildlife, including native Desert Big Horn Sheep, Bald Eagles and Coyote. This tour includes visits to an historical overlook with awe-inspiring views of the legendary Colorado River, a visit to Emerald Cave and viewing the 100 year old river gauging station. Learn the history of the river and its many uses over the past 100 years from our knowledgable Guides as they lead this 4 mile out-and -back paddling tour. Enjoy a complimentary snacks and bottled water and enjoy the river as it unfolds before you.

Lake Mead: Sunset Kayaking Tour with Dinner and Campfire

9. Lake Mead: Sunset Kayaking Tour with Dinner and Campfire

Meet us at the iconic Lake Mead, Hemenway Harbor to explore the Boulder Islands which are surrounded by the refreshing water in this surreal desert landscape. This tour takes place in the evening starting at 5:00 pm when the air is cooler and the sun is about to set. Paddle out to the island where you will find a campfire, providing the perfect backdrop for the best sunsets in the west! Spend time swimming and hanging out with friends and family. Feast on a catered dinner of your choice while soaking in the beauty that surrounds you. Finish up the night roasting s' mores, lighting up our kayaks, and peacefully paddling around the backside of the island as the night sky lights up with stars. This 3-hour round-trip kayak tour is perfect for date night, a family outing, company team building, or any other excuse to have fun you can think of!

From Las Vegas: Moonlight Kayak Tour in the Black Canyon

10. From Las Vegas: Moonlight Kayak Tour in the Black Canyon

Come and join our Moonlight Kayak Tour! This is a 4 miles kayaking adventure. You will see the unique desert wildlife and western sunset, while you are floating on the mighty Colorado River. We will stop halfway at a beach where you can swim around or just soak it all in while we offer healthy snacks and bottled water for all participants. You will enjoy the stars by the bonfire and a short hike to the historical site of the Black Canyon with a mind-blowing view. On the way back you will paddle under the moon and the starry sky and have neon lights on your kayaks for a special experience. We provide all equipment (single or double kayak of your choice), glow sticks, neon lights and headlights as well. Our professionally guided Moonlight Kayak Tour is perfect for individuals, couples, families. Beginners or paddlers with experience are welcome as well. Is shuttle pickup provided from Las Vegas? Yes, we can pick you up at Mandalay Bay Hotel on the Strip or you can drive yourself and meet us at Willow Beach Arizona.

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4.8 / 5

based on 70 reviews

The pick up for this tour was located conveniently in central downtown, and my only small criticism for the day is that I was told 9-930 by the company and received a message from our fantastic guide Zack 20 mins before saying they were waiting for me. The transfer to and from Willow beach was enjoyable and included interesting stops en route so I'd recommend this too. We were given a brief on arrival by Zack and Jordan his land based comrade and released onto the water. The kayaking was good fun and we were well looked after all the way. We were given enough space and freedom to take pictures of the wonderful scenery and enjoy the experience. The stop for a short walk up the hill was very informative about the local ecology and we got more pictures with Zack taking time to photograph us. the emerald cave was awe inspiring, and the trip a little further up the river to see the workspace attached to the rock wall gave an insight into the history. A magical day. Thanks to all involved

Great experience. Reached out to the team prior to ensure we got the clear-bottom kayak for both single and tandem ones. Our guide Zac was super nice and helpful through out the trip! Would def consider do this again if visited next time!

Our guide Jordan was great. Very understanding of everyone’s skill levels, and knowledgeable about the area. Its a little bit of a workout but that’s as expected. Also waited for us when running late. Thank you again

Was a wonderful experience... our guide Sam was great. Very friendly and gave us a lot of history of the area. We had a blast!!! Highly recommended doing when visiting Las Vegas

We had a really good time. Well organized and lots of fun!