Kayaking Day Trip on the Colorado River from Las Vegas

1 day
Full Day
About this activity
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: The Las Vegas Strip, S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109, USA

Pick up from your hotel on the Las Vegas Strip

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Desert Adventures, Las Vegas, NV

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

Duration: 20 minutes

Pass By: Hoover Dam Bypass, U.S. Route 93, Las Vegas, NV

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

Stop At: Willow Beach Marina, 25804 N Willow Beach Rd, Willow Beach, AZ 86445-9544

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.

Duration: 5 hours

Stop At: Desert Adventures, Las Vegas, NV

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

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: The Las Vegas Strip, S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109, USA

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

Duration: 15 minutes

Included
  • Professional guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Performance touring kayak
  • Paddle and PFD
  • Dry bag for your essentials
  • All safety equipment
  • Basic paddling instructions
  • Healthy lunch, snacks and bottled water
  • Entry/Admission - Willow Beach Marina
Not included
  • Gratuities
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Minimum age is 6 years and must be accompanied by an adult
  • Routes and trips are proposed and may change.
  • We reserve the right to change routes, cancel, or reschedule trips due to weather, wind, or unsafe conditions. Desert Adventures does not cancel trips due to rain.
  • A hearty boxed lunch is included. Our sandwich options are: Ham, Turkey, BLT, PB&J, Veggie Wrap, Chicken Caesar Wrap or Chef Salad.
  • WE DO HAVE A REFUND POLICY THAT IS DIFFERENT THAN THE OPTION TRIP ADVISOR GIVES YOU!
  • ABSOLUTELY NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN FOR CANCELLATIONS WITHIN 48 HOURS OF TRIP.
  • Cancellations made at least 14 days in advance will receive a full refund, minus a 6% processing fee.
  • Cancellations made within 7-13 days will receive a 50% refund.
  • Cancellations made within 3-6 days will receive a 25% refund.
  • Any changes in date may incur a rescheduling fee.
  • Most travelers can participate
  • If the trips departs as scheduled, the above cancellation policy will apply.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Features
Tourism
90% Aquatic
90% Cultural
65% Adrenaline
55%