Overview
Enjoy a half-day day journey down the beautiful Colorado River. As you paddle into the Black Canyon, take in the beautiful desert scenery and keep a look out for big horn sheep, coyotes and even bald eagles. Visit Willow Beach, Emerald Cave and the cool, clear waters.
Approved Las Vegas Strip hotels pick-up and drop-off, all necessary equipment, snacks and bottled water are included.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Bottled water
National Park fees
Professional guide
Snacks
All necessary kayak equipment
Hotel pickup and drop-off from select Las Vegas Strip hotels
Gratuities
$25 National Park entrance fee (only if meeting at Willow Beach Marina)
Personal gear (dry bags, water shoes, etc.) May be available for purchase before tour at office.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
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
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
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.
What to expect
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Willow Beach Marina
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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Los Angeles).
Additional Information
- Pick up time starts two hours before tour time.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 14 travelers per booking
FAQs about Half-Day Black Canyon Kayak Tour from Las Vegas
Can I cancel Half-Day Black Canyon Kayak Tour from Las Vegas for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 3 hours.
Where does it start, and is pickup offered?
The operator is located inside the Hoover Dam Lodge. Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- Bottled water
- National Park fees
- Professional guide
- Snacks
- All necessary kayak equipment
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from select Las Vegas Strip hotels
What's not included?
- Gratuities
- $25 National Park entrance fee (only if meeting at Willow Beach Marina)
- Personal gear (dry bags, water shoes, etc.) May be available for purchase before tour at office.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
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