Escape the city for a day and paddle calm stretches of the Colorado River, launching from beautiful Willow Beach and surrounded by the soaring walls of Black Canyon. Guided by local experts, you take in desert scenery and enjoy a relaxed picnic lunch right on the riverbank—making this the perfect blend of adventure and tranquility just outside Las Vegas. With gear, instruction, and lunch included, it’s an easy way to experience the wild beauty of the Colorado River up close.
Pick up time will be between 9:00am and 9:30am the morning of your trip. We will give the guest a call the day before with a more exact pick up time.
Pick up from your hotel on the Las Vegas Strip
Arrive at Desert Adventures for check-in and paperwork. Guests are fitted with equipment and can purchase any last minute items.
Travel across bypass bridge toward the put-in at Willow Beach, Arizona.
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.
Travel back to Desert Adventures for a short stop, then transportation back to Las Vegas hotels. (+/- 30 minutes based on traffic).
Guest are dropped off at their hotel on the Las Vegas Strip.
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This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
You will not receive a refund if you cancel.
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