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.
Shuttle Pick-Up
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.
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!
jami montes
May 24, 2026
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!
jami montes
May 24, 2026