Leave the crowds and noise of the Strip behind and spend a day in nature instead. Paddle through calm waters, taking a short hiking break along the way. Explore a hidden canyon cave and have lunch on a sandy beach. This tour offers fantastic photo opportunities and the chance to learn about the area's outdoor opportunities.
- Kayak the Colorado River
- Professional guide
- All equipment provided
- Hotel pickup and drop-off included
What To Expect
The Las Vegas Strip
Pick up from your hotel on the Las Vegas Strip
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Desert Adventures
Arrive at Desert Adventures for check-in and paperwork. Guests are fitted with equipment and can purchase any last minute items.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Hoover Dam Bypass
Travel across bypass bridge toward the put-in at Willow Beach, Arizona.
• Admission Ticket Free
Willow Beach Marina
Arrive at Willow Beach, where you will load your kayaks, and gear up for your journey on the Colorado river.
Kayak past the Fish Hatchery, toward the emergence of a historic trailhead. Take a break and enjoy a short hike with spectacular views. Explore the ruins before returning to the kayaks.
Back on the river, the green waters of Black Canyon flow through a narrow channel, where Emerald Cave is hidden. Paddle inside for a great photo opportunity. Watch for Desert Big Horn sheep, bald eagles, coyotes, and striped bass.
Beyond Emerald Cave and the catwalk sits a sandy beach, where you’ll enjoy a picnic lunch with million dollar views. Take a refreshing swim in the green waters of the Colorado River before kayaking back to Willow Beach.
5 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Desert Adventures
Travel back to Desert Adventures for a short stop, then transportation back to Las Vegas hotels. (+/- 30 minutes based on traffic).
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The Las Vegas Strip
Guest are dropped off at their hotel on the Las Vegas Strip.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Highlight
Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Minimum age is 6 years and must be accompanied by an adult in a double kayak.
A hearty boxed lunch is included. Our sandwich options are: Ham, Turkey, BLT, PB&J, or Chef Salad.
Please refer to Viator’s cancellation policy.
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Include
Professional guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Performance touring kayak
Paddle and PFD
Dry bag for your essentials
All safety equipment
Basic paddling instructions
Healthy lunch, snacks and bottled water
Exclude
Gratuities
Max group – 10
