Half-Day Emerald Cove and Black Canyon Kayak Tour from Las Vegas
Embark on an all-inclusive, half-day kayaking adventure down the Colorado River through the rugged Black Canyon. Paddle through crystal-clear waters, explore the awe-inspiring Emerald Cave, and keep your eyes peeled for wildlife like bighorn sheep, coyotes, and bald eagles. This thrilling, beginner-friendly tour includes hotel pick-up from the Las Vegas Strip, expert guides, all necessary gear, snacks, and bottled water—making it the perfect escape for adventure seekers looking to explore the wild side of the Grand Canyon.
Options
Half Day Kayak Tour
Duration: 3 hours
Snacks and water: Light snacks (cookies, crackers, granola bars, etc.) and bottled water is included.
Mercedes Sprinter Van: Silver Mercedes Sprinter van with Blazin Paddles logo on the sides.
Half Day: Half-day Tour (4-miles/6.4km round-trip): After hotel pickup you will arrive at Willow Beach where your guide will get you prepared for the day ahead. After you are fitted into your kayaks you'll star
Pickup included
What's included in Half-Day Emerald Cove and Black Canyon Kayak Tour from Las Vegas
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Begin your day with convenient hotel pick-up from select Las Vegas Strip locations and travel in comfort aboard a Mercedes Sprinter to Willow Beach—the launch point for your kayaking adventure. After a quick safety briefing and gear fitting, paddle into the stunning Black Canyon, where sheer cliffs and narrow waterways set the stage for unforgettable exploration. On this fully guided 4-mile out-and-back eco-tour, you’ll discover the glowing waters of Emerald Cave, visit a historic overlook with panoramic views of the Colorado River, and get an up-close look at a 100-year-old river gauging station. Keep watch for native wildlife such as Desert Bighorn Sheep, Bald Eagles, and Coyotes, while your expert guide shares fascinating stories about the river's history and significance. This beginner-friendly experience includes complimentary snacks and bottled water, making it a perfect outdoor escape from the Las Vegas heat.
Inclusions
- Bottled water
- National Park fees
- Snacks
- All necessary kayak equipment
- Professional Guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from select Las Vegas Strip hotels
- Guided Kayak Tour to Emerald Cave
- Gratuities
- Personal gear (dry bags, water shoes, etc.) May be available for purchase before tour at office.
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Swimsuits, layers, and closed toe water shoes are strongly advised.
- No lockers provided. Recommended to protect any electronics from water. Dry bags, waterproof phone cases, and other last minute needs are available for purchase at our office location.
- Requires some athletic ability but good for all skill levels.
- SELECT hotel pick-ups are offered for this tour. The local operator will help organize the closest pick up if your hotel is not on the list.
- Pick up time starts two hours before tour time.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 90 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
The complimentary shuttle picks up at select hotels on the Las Vegas Strip. Please ensure you are on time to your given location out of respect to other guests on tour. Failure to be on time could result in a loss of the tour without refund. These specified hotels have quick and easy access for the shuttle to get through the busy strip, so you can spend less time in traffic and more time on the river! Travelers may also meet at the office located inside The Hoover Dam Lodge Casino. There is free parking and is last to be picked up and first to be dropped off from the shuttle. Travelers may meet at launch destination (25804 Willow Beach Rd, Willow Beach, AZ 86445) *National Park vehicle entrance fee is $25 (payable direct to the National Park Service)
Meeting / End Points
- The operator is located inside the Hoover Dam Lodge. If you wish to bypass the shuttle and meet directly at the river you can do so, but the national park will require a fee of $25 per vehicle if you don't have a national park pass. Please enquire if you would like this option
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
Pick-up will take place 1.5 to 2 hours before the tour start time. (Total duration with half day tour is 5-6 hours, round-trip with pick-up and drop-off from approved Las Vegas hotels on the Strip). Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated/show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, you will not be entitled to a refund.