Paddle 12 miles from the base of Hoover Dam, soak in hidden hot springs, and enjoy lunch amid Black Canyon scenery
7 Hours
Kayak gear, catered lunch, guide
Embark on a 12-mile kayak journey starting at the foot of Hoover Dam and venture through towering Black Canyon cliffs. Along the way, hike to geothermal hot springs, explore a sauna cave and savor a catered riverside lunch.
All participants must present a government-issued photo ID at security and be physically fit enough to complete the 12-mile paddle.
Cancellations must be requested at least 48 hours before shuttle pickup or meet-up time for a refund minus $65 per person. No refunds are given within 48 hours of the tour start. Custom group bookings of ten or more participants and promotional tours are non-refundable once confirmed. The operator may cancel for weather or unsafe conditions and will reschedule or refund accordingly. All participants must sign a 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