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    Guided Emerald Cave Kayaking Tour With Shuttle

    Paddle Black Canyon to Emerald Cave with shuttle and park entry

    4.9 stars• 3.9K reviews
    From$206/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    4 Hours

    Includes

    Shuttle, Park entry, Lunch

    Highlights

    Kayak on the Colorado River through Black Canyon’s volcanic walls and stop at Emerald Cave. Take breaks to hike to a historical site and enjoy lunch on a remote beach.

    • Explore Emerald Cave, a small cut-out of the mountain
    • Paddle 4 to 6 miles (6.4 to 9.6 km) on the Colorado River
    • Hike up a hill to a historical site with canyon views
    • Watch for wildlife along Nevada and Arizona shorelines
    • Follow a professional guide in a touring kayak with rudder

    What's Included

    • Shuttle
    • Park entry
    • Professional guide(s)
    • Touring kayak with rudder
    • Catered lunch (several selections)
    • Bottled water, juice, and snacks

    Things to know

    All times are in Pacific Time. An online waiver must be completed no later than the day before your scheduled tour.

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel at least 48 hours before start for a full refund, minus a 6% credit card processing fee or $65 per person fee for the full day tour. No refunds within 48 hours of start, for arriving late, or no-shows. Reschedules may be subject to a $40 per person rebooking fee.

    FAQs

    Plan around Pacific Time for all tour times.

    Complete the online waiver no later than the day before your scheduled tour. Every participant must complete a waiver.

    Arrive 30 minutes before your tour start time.

    Experience provided by Evolution Expeditions
    Experience provided by Evolution Expeditions

    Related locations

    Lake Mead National Recreation Area

    Admission included

    Standing at the edge of Lake Mead National Recreation Area, the contrast hits you immediately: deep blue water stretching toward rust-red canyon walls under an open Mojave sky. The reservoir, formed by Hoover Dam on the Colorado River, is one of the largest in the United States. Whether you arrive by kayak, hiking boot, or fishing rod, Lake Mead National Recreation Area rewards every kind of outdoor curiosity with landscapes that shift from shoreline to desert plateau in a matter of miles.

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    Review summary

    4.9
    Excellent
    3.9K reviews•Google Maps
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    The guides here really make the experience special. Faith, Calvin, Soren, Ryan, Jeff, and Maggie all get enthusiastic shoutouts for being knowledgeable, professional, and genuinely passionate about sharing the area's ecology, geology, and history. Reviewers consistently mention feeling safe and well-cared-for, even complete beginners who'd never kayaked before. The tandem kayaks come equipped with rudders that make paddling easier, and guides adjust the pace to accommodate different skill levels while keeping the group together. The Emerald Cave tour is the clear favorite, with travelers calling it a highlight of their Vegas trips. The full-day option includes tasty lunches and plenty of snacks and water throughout. Logistics are smooth too, with clear pre-trip instructions, reliable hotel pickups, and helpful communication about what to bring. Many visitors add the Hoover Dam stop for a full-day adventure. The calm water and stunning scenery offer a refreshing escape from the Strip, and you might even spot bighorn sheep or eagles along the way.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 4
    5/5

    My sister n law and I did this tour yesterday, and it was so beautiful. It was organized and stress free. Our guide Soren was great he was patient and kind and knowledgeable! He made sure each person in the group felt safe and made sure each individuals needs were met! 10 out of 10 would definitely reccomend. Ask for Soren as your guide he was amazing!

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    jami montes

    May 24, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    My sister n law and I did this tour yesterday, and it was so beautiful. It was organized and stress free. Our guide Soren was great he was patient and kind and knowledgeable! He made sure each person in the group felt safe and made sure each individuals needs were met! 10 out of 10 would definitely reccomend. Ask for Soren as your guide he was amazing!

    Photo of jami montes

    jami montes

    May 24, 2026

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