Paddle Black Canyon by moonlight with neon-lit kayaks, a beach stop, and a short hike
3 Hours On The Water
Kayak gear, shuttle, snacks
Explore a 4-mile stretch of Black Canyon on a professionally guided moonlight kayak tour on the Colorado River. Pause midway to swim or relax on a beach, then paddle back under the night sky with neon lights on your kayak.
No alcohol or smoking allowed. National Park entry fee is extra: $15/adult with shuttle or $25/vehicle if you self-drive (free with National Park Service card, active military ID, and for kids under 16). Weight limit: 300 lbs for single kayaks; 550 lbs for double kayaks.
No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours. No-shows are charged full price. Operator may cancel due to weather or unsafe conditions; they will reschedule, issue a credit, or refund money depending on individual circumstances. Trips are not cancelled due to rain, cold weather, or extreme heat.
Wear layered clothing and a swimsuit under your clothes. Bring water shoes (no flip-flops), towels, and a waterproof case for your phone (recommended).
Yes. National Park entry is extra: $15/adult if you use the shuttle or $25/vehicle if you self-drive. Entry is free with a National Park Service card, active military ID, and for kids under 16.
Yes. Beginners and paddlers with experience are welcome.
Las Vegas
The guides here are genuinely the heart of this experience. Triston, Anthony, Kwame, and the rest of the crew come up repeatedly in reviews for being knowledgeable, patient, and fun to spend a day with. First-timers seem especially well taken care of, with guides circling back to help struggling paddlers and making sure everyone feels confident before heading out. The Emerald Cave kayak trip is the main draw, and the scenery clearly delivers. Conditions on the Colorado River can vary, and wind is a real factor that can make the paddle back more of a workout. On calmer days the river is glassy and the cave is uncrowded, on windier days it becomes a bit of an adventure. The company does take safety seriously and has canceled trips when conditions aren't right, which reviewers appreciated. Self-guided rentals and guided tours both get strong marks, and logistics like pickup from the Strip and clear meeting point instructions make the whole experience feel easy to manage. For a break from the casinos, this is a genuinely memorable way to spend a day outside Las Vegas.
Great time we hit the emerald cove early morning July 4th and had a great time kayaking highly recommend this trip and it’s just an hour outside of Vegas
John Parker
July 5, 2026
Great time we hit the emerald cove early morning July 4th and had a great time kayaking highly recommend this trip and it’s just an hour outside of Vegas
John Parker
July 5, 2026
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