Paddle to Emerald Cave with a guide, plus shuttle and park entry
3 Hours
Shuttle, park entry, guide
Launch from Willow Beach, Arizona and paddle the emerald-green Colorado River with a professional guide. Cover up to 4 miles as you explore the Black Canyon narrows and visit Emerald Cave.
Arrive 30 minutes before your tour start time.
Cancel at least 48 hours before start for a full refund, minus a 6% credit card processing fee. No refunds within 48 hours of start, or for late arrivals or no-shows.
Arrive 30 minutes before your tour start time.
Yes. Every participant must complete the online waiver no later than the day before your scheduled tour.
Wear sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen) and water shoes/sandals or old tennis shoes. Avoid flip-flops or slides. Dress in layers and plan to get wet up to your knees.
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.
Went kayaking with Faith and Emma on 4/1/26. They both led us on a wonderful experience. For a first timer, I had an absolute blast. Highly recommend these ladies for the best time!
Taylor Horton
April 3, 2026
Went kayaking with Faith and Emma on 4/1/26. They both led us on a wonderful experience. For a first timer, I had an absolute blast. Highly recommend these ladies for the best time!
Taylor Horton
April 3, 2026