Best Kayak Las Vegas Tours 2024-2025

These best kayak Las Vegas tours or rentals in 2024-2025 will let you escape the heat all the while enjoying the gorgeous sights of nature surrounding The Strip!

Emerald Cave Kayak

Emerald Cave Kayak tour Las Vegas

The Emerald Cave Kayak Tour is ideal for families looking for fun things to do in Las Vegas that combine exercise, natural beauty, and lots of fun times on the water. Your 6-hour journey begins with hotel pick-up or when you arrive to the Mandalay Bay where you will take a short drive near Hoover Dam. Here you will meet your U.S. National Kayak Champion guide who will outfit you with all the necessary equipment for an exciting time paddling on the Colorado River through the incredible Black Canyon. Starting from Willow Beach your 5-mile round Kayak Las Vegas adventure begins where you will be awestruck from the emerald colored waters, natural wildlife from Desert Big Horn Sheep to Bald Eagles. Your first stop will be at an overlook where you can get a feel for the natural beauty of the rock formations found in the Black Canyon. Going forward you paddle to the gorgeous Emerald Caves where the water is absolutely a surreal emerald green. Here you will come ashore and take a short hike to a historical site that will blow your mind. This tour is strictly for families and there is no alcohol or smoking but there is lots of snacks and bottled water for your family to enjoy. Your adventure concludes when you arrive back at your starting point at the Mandalay Bay.

Twilight Kayak Las Vegas

Twilight Kayak tour Las Vegas

The Twilight Kayak Las Vegas is a truly remarkable outdoor thing to do. Your 4-hour paddling adventure begins with complimentary hotel pick-up service where you will be transported to Willow Beach along the mighty Colorado River. Once here you will be outfitted with all the necessary equipment and listen to a brief safety meeting. You start paddle through the gorgeous Black Canyon where you will view incredible rock formations, listen to interesting historical commentary from your expert guide and look at the massive Hoover Dam from a different perspective. After a 2-mile paddle you will reach a secluded beach just as the sun set begins to change the sky above into a canvass of pastel colors. Next up, is roasting hot dogs over a campfire and listening to more stories from your guide while you take-in the beauty of the canyon. As night falls your guide will illuminate your kayak for your return paddle. While paddling at night, your senses will come alive as the stars in the sky begin to shine brightly. When you arrive back at Willow Beach, your excursion concludes with drop-off service at your hotel.

Kayak Hoover Dam with Hot Springs from Las Vegas

Kayak Hoover Dam with Hot Springs from Las Vegas

When you want to combine a little exercise with natural beauty, then a perfect Las Vegas kayaking tour for you is the Kayak Hoover Dam with Hot Springs. Your 7-hour paddling adventure begins when you meet your tour guide in Boulder City where you then travel down an original road used during the construction of Hoover Dam during the 1930s. Once at the base of Hoover Dam you get a feeling for the enormous amount of work and manpower the project took to complete. As you push your kayak into the mighty Colorado River you will paddle a total of 12-miles through the natural beauty of the Black Canyon. While paddling you will spot wildlife on the cliffs such big horn sheep, coyote, bald eagles, falcons, and hundreds of other migrating birds perched on the sheer walls. You make a stop along the river at Emerald Cave where you gaze at incredibly clear turquoise colored water as you paddle through the unique cave system. Your next stop is for a catered lunch where you can take a dip into the cooling waters of the Colorado River or take a hike through spectacular slot canyons. Continuing on your journey through Black Canyon you will stop for a soothing dip at the hot springs located within Sauna Cave to help take the bite out of your day of paddling. Your adventure concludes after you take your kayak out at Willow Beach and head back to your original starting point in Boulder City.

 

Willow Beach Half-Day Kayak Tour

Willow Beach Half-Day Kayak Tour

If you are seeking to have an excellent day in nature with a little bit of paddling on the Colorado River, then you need to take the Willow Beach Half-Day Kayak Tour from Las Vegas. Your 6-hour paddling journey begins when you meet your guide along the Strip near Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino where you are transported to Willow Beach along the Colorado River. Here you are outfitted with a kayak and safety briefing before setting out in your kayak down the Colorado River. You paddle through part of the gorgeous Black Canyon while you gaze at the wildlife such as desert big horn sheep, falcons, bald eagles, and numerous migrating birds hanging out on the sheer and colorful cliffs. During your paddle you make a stop at a historical Gauging Station of the river, a Fish Hatchery, a historic home site, and take a short hike for spectacular views of the river from above. You continue paddling until you reach the Emerald Cave where your eyes will pop while gazing at the colorful turquoise waters in the cave. You head back to Willow Beach paddling your kayak where you have time to go for a quick dip or admire more of the scenery before you are transported back to the Strip where your excursion concludes.

Lake Mead Kayaking Tour from Las Vegas

Lake Mead Kayaking Tour from Las Vegas

An exciting way to spend a day in natural beauty as well as getting in a bit of exercise for the day is for you to take the Lake Mead Kayaking Tour from Las Vegas. Your 6-hour outdoor adventure begins with pick-up service from most Strip hotels where you are then transported to Lake Mead National Recreation Area. After a short safety briefing you are outfitted with your kayak and you begin to paddle on Lake Mead which is the Largest manmade lake in the western hemisphere. As you paddle you can view the incredible landscape along the shoreline and while keeping an eye out for the thousands of migrating birds that call the lake their home. You continue to paddle until you reach Boulder Islands where you will enjoy sufficient time for a free box lunch, a hike along one of the islands many trails, and take a swim in the waters of Lake Mead. Your paddling excursion concludes when you return to the shoreline of Lake Mead and are transported back to your Las Vegas hotel along the Strip.

Kayaking Day Trip on the Colorado River

Kayaking Day Trip on the Colorado River Las Vegas

One of the more memorable day trips from Las Vegas that visitors can try that includes some exercise and plenty of interesting scenery is a Kayaking Day Trip on the Colorado River. Your 9-hour Kayak Las Vegas excursion begins with complimentary hotel pick-up service where you will be transported to Willow Beach on the lower Colorado River. Once at Willow Beach you will be outfitted with a kayak and safety gear while you listen to short training session about kayaking on the Colorado River. When you are paddling you will witness stunning scenery that is highlighted by the beauty of the river and wildlife of the area. You will pass by sights such as the Fish Hatchery where you will take a short nature hike to the Gauger’s house. As you continue to paddle the walls of the Black Canyon come to life with brilliant colors and rock formations for you to see. When you reach Emerald Cave you will travel inside for an interesting experience and more photograph opportunities before you relax on a sandy beach where you can indulge in a free lunch as well as a cool dip into the Colorado River. After paddling back to Willow Beach your tour concludes with drop-off service at your Las Vegas hotel.

Hoover Dam Kayak Tour on the Colorado River with Optional Pickup in Las Vegas

Hoover Dam Kayak Tour on the Colorado River Las Vegas

When you want to try a wonderful day of exercising on the water while paddling a kayak, then an ideal option for you is the Hoover Dam Kayak Las Vegas tour on the Colorado River with Optional Pick-up in Las Vegas. Your 9-hour paddling adventure begins with either hotel pick-up service or when you meet your guide along U.S. 93 in Boulder City. From here you are outfitted with your gear and head off towards the Colorado River. Once you put into the water you will paddle 12-miles downstream where you will view plenty of desert wildlife and interesting rock formations while paddling through the Black Canyon. While on your kayaking tour in Las Vegas there are stops at many places including the Sauna Cave, a natural hot springs, the sparkling waters of Emerald Cave which have perfect hues of green and blue, and let’s not forget the views of the magnificent Hoover Dam. You will have access to plenty of healthy snacks while on the water and you stop for lunch along a secluded beach where you can take a dip into the cool waters of the Colorado River. Your paddling adventure concludes at your starting point in Boulder City or transportation back to your hotel.

Las Vegas Combo Tour Grand Canyon, Helicopter Flight, and Colorado River Float Day Trip

Las Vegas Combo Tour Grand Canyon, Helicopter Flight, and Colorado River Float Day Trip Las Vegas

When you want to mix incredible natural landscapes with an adrenaline filled helicopter ride and a boat ride down the Colorado River, then the ideal Las Vegas activity for you is the Las Vegas combo Tour Grand Canyon, Helicopter Flights, and Colorado River Float Day Trip. Your 11-hour multiple adventure tour begins with hotel pick-up service where you are taken to the Boulder City Municipal Airport. Here you board a sightseeing helicopter that flies you to the West Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. During your 1-hour roundtrip flight you get a bird’s eye view of the Hoover Dam, Fortification Hill, the Colorado River as it meanders through the Grand Canyon, Lake Mead, the Mojave Desert and the interesting rock formations found at the West Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. Once you land back at Boulder City you are taken to your next stop which is either a float down the Colorado River in a boat through the Black Canyon or you can paddle a kayak. As you paddle or float you can view incredible wildlife, the interesting rock formations of the Black Canyon, and the base of the Hoover Dam. Your excellent day of adventure concludes with hotel drop-off service.

Emerald Cave Kayak Express Tour

Emerald Cave Kayak Express Tour Las Vegas

If you don’t have much time but want to experience some exercise and natural beauty, then the Emerald Cave Express Kayak Las Vegas Tour is perfect for you to book. Your 3-hour journey on the water begins when you meet your guides at Willow Beach, Arizona. Here you are outfitted with your kayak and safety equipment and begin your 4-mile roundtrip paddling experience down the Colorado River and through the Black Canyon. While paddling you view desert wildlife on the canyon walls, historic sites from the 1920s, and beautiful rock formations. When you arrive to Emerald Cave your eyes will be joyful with the incredible turquoise colored water and you have time for photo opts. After resting for a few minutes taking in the scenery you will paddle back to Willow Beach where your kayaking in Las Vegas experience concludes.

Black Canyon Kayak Tour

Black Canyon Kayak  Tour Las Vegas

When you want to get away from sin City for a day and experience superb natural beauty combined with some leisurely exercise, then the Black Canyon Kayak Las Vegas tour is the ideal choice for you. Your 12-hour adventure on the river begins with hotel pick-up service where you are transported to Boulder City where you meet your guide and outfitted with all the necessary equipment. You put into the water at the base of Hoover Dam which affords you incredible views of the structure. Start paddling down mostly calm water on the Colorado River through the Black Canyon where you view surreal wildlife and stunning canyon walls. You make a couple stops along the way like at Sauna Cave to enjoy a short nature hike or a quick swim in a natural hot springs, secluded beaches, and a couple of historic sites from the 1920s. After lunch, you continue paddling to Emerald Cave where you stop for photo opts before paddling to the take out area around Willow Beach, Arizona. Your day on the Colorado River concludes with transportation back to your hotel.

Colorado River Half Day Kayak Tour

Colorado River Half Day Kayak Tour Las Vegas

If you need to have a peaceful day minus the stress of Sin City and see some interesting natural beauty, then a perfect kayaking tour in Las Vegas for you is the Small Group Guided Colorado River Half Day Kayak Las Vegas Tour. Your 4-hour paddling experience begins when you meet your guide in Boulder City and are transported to Willow Beach, Arizona. Here you are outfitted with all the necessary paddling gear and start down the Colorado River within Lake Mead National Recreation Area. Your total time on the water is around 4-mile where you will see superb wildlife, colorful rock formations, and stunning secluded beaches. The highlight of the trip is a stop at Emerald Cave where you have time to take photos of the stunning turquoise colored waters inside the cave. There is also another stop along the way where you can take a short nature hike or perhaps a swim in the Colorado River. Your excellent day on the river concludes when you arrive back in Boulder City.

2 Day/1 Night Kayaking Trip on Black Canyon below Hoover Dam

2 Day/1 Night Kayaking Trip on Black Canyon below Hoover Dam Las Vegas

If you want to spend a night under the stars that combines nature and exercise while visiting Las Vegas, then a perfect Kayak Las Vegas Tour for you is the Ringbolt Run 2 Day/1 Night Kayaking Trip on the Black Canyon below Hoover Dam. Your 2-day experience begins with hotel pick-up service where you are taken to the base of Hoover Dam within the Black Canyon. Once you are outfitted with all the gear, you begin paddling to your first stop at Sauna Cave. Here you enjoy some time at a natural steam-bath and a short hike to Gold Strike for a dip in a natural hot springs and a quick lunch. Paddling forward Lone Palm Canyon passing by waterfalls before you reach Boyscout Canyon where you will setup camp for the night. Before dinner you have time to explore the area’s slot canyons before chowing down and ending your day with a soak in a natural hot springs. The second day begins with breakfast and a short hike to get your blood flowing. Now you start to paddle again towards Arizona Hot Springs for a morning soak before paddling again down the mighty Colorado River. You stop next at Emerald Cave for photos of the turquoise waters, lunch at a secluded beach, and a quick swim. Your last stop of this Kayak Las Vegas Tour is at Willow Beach, Arizona where you are transported back to your hotel.

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