Paddle slot canyons to Hoover Dam and the soaring bridge on a 5-hour guided kayak adventure.
5 hrs
Guide, Kayak, Lunch
Paddle the turquoise waters of Lake Mead to the base of Hoover Dam on a guided kayak adventure. Navigate narrow slot canyons, admire 800-foot cliffs and the soaring Mike O'Callaghan–Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge.
The experience runs year-round. Arrive at Hoover Dam Lodge 20 minutes before start time; late arrivals cannot be accommodated.
Cancel 48 hours or more before the tour for a refund minus USD 40 per person. No refunds are given within 48 hours of the start time. Custom group bookings and promotional tours are non-refundable once confirmed. The operator may cancel for weather or unsafe conditions, offering rescheduling or a full refund. Every participant must sign a liability waiver.
18000 US-93 18000 US-93, Boulder City, NV 89005
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.
The experience I had with Evolution Expeditions Kayak Tours was more than I expected. The service was great from the very second I ordered a tour. Maddy at the office was exceptionally helpful in getting the tour set up. Our guide, Ray was awesome. I felt safe and he had a wealth of knowledge and explained a lot of details of the area of the Colorado River and surrounding areas. Ray, even took pictures of us on his phone and sent them to us. I couldn't recommend another tour service other than Evolution Expeditions. I highly recommend booking a tour and if you could request a specific guide, I'd recommend Ray. So go ahead a book a tour with Evolution Expeditions, you will not regret it.
Albert Saladini
July 9, 2025
The experience I had with Evolution Expeditions Kayak Tours was more than I expected. The service was great from the very second I ordered a tour. Maddy at the office was exceptionally helpful in getting the tour set up. Our guide, Ray was awesome. I felt safe and he had a wealth of knowledge and explained a lot of details of the area of the Colorado River and surrounding areas. Ray, even took pictures of us on his phone and sent them to us. I couldn't recommend another tour service other than Evolution Expeditions. I highly recommend booking a tour and if you could request a specific guide, I'd recommend Ray. So go ahead a book a tour with Evolution Expeditions, you will not regret it.
Albert Saladini
July 9, 2025