Paddle 12 miles from Hoover Dam, soak in hot springs, and enjoy lunch with shuttle and permits included
7 Hours
Shuttle, Permit, Lunch
Kayak from the base of Hoover Dam through Black Canyon, explore sauna caves and hidden hot spring pools, and enjoy a catered lunch. Permits, shuttle, and expert guides make this 12-mile, year-round adventure smooth and scenic.
All participants must be physically fit enough to complete a 12 mile active paddle. A government-issued photo ID is required to access the Hoover Dam launch site. Permits are limited and secured in advance.
Cancel at least 48 hours before the shuttle pick-up or meet-up time for a refund minus $65 per person. Cancellations within 48 hours are non-refundable. Custom group bookings (ten or more) and promotional priced tours are non-refundable once confirmed. Tours may be canceled for unsafe conditions with a full refund. All participants must sign a waiver.
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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.
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