Willow Beach Colorado River Kayak Day Trip with Lunch

4.8
(35 reviews)

9 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

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.

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
All safety equipment
Basic paddling instructions
Paddle and PFD
Healthy lunch, snacks and bottled water
Performance touring kayak
Dry bag for your essentials
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

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

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.

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Meeting point

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 9 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    The Las Vegas Strip

    Pick up from your hotel on the Las Vegas Strip

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Arrive at Desert Adventures for check-in and paperwork. Guests are fitted with equipment and can purchase any last minute items.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Hoover Dam Bypass (Pass by)

    Travel across bypass bridge toward the put-in at Willow Beach, Arizona.

    Admission ticket free
  • 3

    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.

    5 hours Admission ticket included
  • 4

    Travel back to Desert Adventures for a short stop, then transportation back to Las Vegas hotels. (+/- 30 minutes based on traffic).

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    The Las Vegas Strip

    Guest are dropped off at their hotel on the Las Vegas Strip.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Minimum age is 6 years and must be accompanied by an adult in a double kayak.
  • A hearty boxed lunch is included. Our sandwich options are: Ham, Turkey, BLT, PB&J, or Chef Salad.
Supplied by Desert Adventures

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Tags

Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Kayaking Tours
Water Tours
Small Group
Adventure Tours
Involves Animals
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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4.8 Based on 35 35 reviews
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