Emerald Cave Express Kayak Tour with Scenic & Historic Stops

4.9
(1,494 reviews)

3 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Enjoy a quick, expertly guided paddle from Willow Beach to the stunning Emerald Cave and Black Canyon, with just 12 guests per guide for a personalized touch. This express tour is perfect for beginners or groups, featuring photo ops at scenic overlooks, historic river sites from the 1920s, included snacks, and opportunities to spot wildlife like bighorn sheep and bald eagles. Top-tier equipment, professional guides, and the option for large group bookings make it a standout adventure just a short drive from Las Vegas.

What's Included

Bottled water
External Hoover Dam Tour (If option selected)
Snacks
Certified Guide
Kayak Tour
Use of Kayaks, paddles and life-vest
Round-trip Transportation from 3 hotels (if option selected)
Transportation (unless option selected)
Gratuities
National Park Fee (included w/transport; not included w/self-drive or without transport option)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

***Pick up times from Las Vegas hotels are 90-110 minutes before the tour start time*** Venetian - 110min before Bellagio - 100min before Mandalay Bay - 90min before (e.g. Pick up times for an 11:00 am tour are as follows: Venetian 9:10am, Bellagio 9:20am, Mandalay Bay 9:30am). Please be courteous to other participants and promptly show up on time at the tour bus area or launch location provided on the confirmation email. Please have your cellular phone on and available. Shuttles generally arrive back to Las Vegas Resort & Hotels between 90 and 120 minutes after the kayak tour ends. Shuttle times vary with traffic.

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Meeting point
Willow Beach Marina

Please meet us at the Paddle craft launch beach 30 minutes before your tour start time to meet your guide and get fitted with life vests and boats. Tours will begin promptly at their scheduled start time.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

For those seeking spectacular scenery, the Emerald Cave Express Kayak Tour is the perfect adventure. This tour, starting at Willow Beach, Arizona, is ideal for both beginners and advanced paddlers. Paddle past historic sites from the 1920s era that helped shape the desert southwest and explore the Black Canyon narrows. Back your kayak into the Emerald Cave for an unforgettable photo opportunity, all while enjoying a 4-mile journey on the Colorado River.

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We offer single or tandem (2 seater) kayaks. Please specify which kayak you would prefer.
  • The Emerald Cave is just a small cutout of the mountain for a great photo op!
  • If you select self drive option, you will be meeting us at the marina. Have reliable transportation to meet us, there is NO cell service at the marina to call a ride share.
  • If you have chosen and paid for this tour with shuttle, pick up times are: Venetian 110 minutes before, Bellagio 100 minutes before and Mandalay Bay 90 minutes before your tour start time
  • Message us if you need a 2XL or larger life vest
Supplied by Evolution Expeditions

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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