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Kayak Tour: Explore Emerald Cave & Black Canyon
4.9
585 Ratings
Willow Beach
Escape the Las Vegas heat on a self-drive kayak tour of Black Canyon. Explore the stunning Emerald Cave, cliff walls, and enjoy a hike with spectacular views.
Escape the Las Vegas heat on a self-drive kayak tour of Black Canyon. Explore the stunning Emerald Cave, cliff walls, and enjoy a hike with spectacular views.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Willow Beach Marina - Drive yourself to the designated starting point, allowing time to pick up any last-minute essentials or use the restroom before embarking on the river journey. Join fellow kayakers for an approximately 3-hour paddle through the picturesque Black Canyon, exploring the stunning Emerald Cove. A quick waiver signature and a…
- Willow Beach Marina - Drive yourself to the designated starting point, allowing time to pick up any last-minute essentials or use the restroom before embarking on the river journey. Join fellow kayakers for an approximately 3-hour paddle through the picturesque Black Canyon, exploring the stunning Emerald Cove. A quick waiver signature and a safety briefing will be required before the tour begins.
- Black Canyon - Enjoy paddling upstream through the scenic channels of Black Canyon on this fully guided, beginner-friendly 4-mile round-trip eco-tour. As you navigate this dramatic section of the Colorado River, your knowledgeable guide will share intriguing stories about its rich history and significance over the past century. Keep an eye out for native wildlife such as Desert Bighorn Sheep, Bald Eagles, and Coyotes along the way.
- Emerald Cave - The tour also includes a visit to the stunning Emerald Cave, a hidden gem of the canyon. Glide through the luminous green waters, perfect for capturing unforgettable photos and enjoying peaceful reflection. You’ll also stop at a historic overlook with panoramic views of the Colorado River and get an up-close view of a 100-year-old river gauging station—from your kayak. This experience is perfect for nature enthusiasts and first-time paddlers, offering a wonderful mix of adventure, scenery, and history. Enjoy complimentary snacks and bottled water as you soak in the tranquil surroundings before paddling back to Willow Beach to conclude your adventure.
What's Included
- Kayak Tour to Emerald Cove
- Professional Guide
- Use of Kayaking Equipment
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Kayak Tour to Emerald Cove
- Professional Guide
- Use of Kayaking Equipment
- Snacks
- Bottled water
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Personal gear (dry bags, water shoes, etc.) May be available for purchase…
- $25 Entrance fee into National Recreational Area, waived with National Park Pass
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Gratuities
- Personal gear (dry bags, water shoes, etc.) May be available for purchase…
- $25 Entrance fee into National Recreational Area, waived with National Park Pass
- Hotel pickup and drop off
Additional Information
Beat the Las Vegas heat with an easy kayaking eco-tour on the Colorado River, starting from the picturesque Willow Beach. Navigate through the breathtaking Black Canyon, discover the luminous Emerald Cave, and take a brief hike to a panoramic viewpoint. This guided excursion provides free snacks and bottled water, making it an ideal outdoor escape just…
Beat the Las Vegas heat with an easy kayaking eco-tour on the Colorado River, starting from the picturesque Willow Beach. Navigate through the breathtaking Black Canyon, discover the luminous Emerald Cave, and take a brief hike to a panoramic viewpoint. This guided excursion provides free snacks and bottled water, making it an ideal outdoor escape just a short drive from the Las Vegas Strip.
- Please note: This tour does not include round-trip transportation from your hotel. You will need to rent a car to go to Willow Beach. Please DO NOT use rideshare as there is no cell reception at Willow Beach so you will not be able to get a return ride.
Location
25804 N Willow Beach
North Willow Beach
Meet @ Primitive Craft Beach. Drive until you see a dirt parking lot on your right and water on your left. You will see our orange tie dye kayaks on the dirt beach to the left.
Entrance Fee $25 per car, National Park Pass=free entry
NO Uber/Lyft/Taxi Only recommended for those with a vehicle.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(585 Ratings)
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Q8782pgkarint
Jun 7, 2025
Fabulous 5 star day on the water! - This company is an exceptional outfit, really easy to communicate with, and super welcoming. Melissa was our guide and she is amazing! She took care of us and was so mellow and fun and she was able to relate expertly to all of us. The water is sooo refreshing, and beautiful. We had a blast! The store has everything you need- even hats and sunglasses, so that makes things stress free for sure if you forget some thing. Highly recommend Blazing Paddles and Melissa!
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Lori_a
Jun 7, 2025
We were with our family... - We were with our family and loved this adventure. Jeff was amazing and fun and very informative. We all got to do the polar plunge for fun.
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Ryssa_eatsbeats
Jun 1, 2025
Wonderful experience - I booked the self drive half day trip for my friends and I which was perfect because it’s hot at the end of May. It was about an hour drive to get to our launch site at willow beach and there was plenty of parking. We met our guide Chelsea on the beach and she was an absolute gem to hang out with for the day <3 The Colorado river was so beautiful to kayak on and the crisp clean water was refreshing to swim in. Emerald cave was pretty cool but I really loved learning about the history the canyon and seeing the fauna and flora. Full of gratitude for our guide and the beauty of black canyon and willow beach. I hope to see you out in the wild Chelsea!
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Valeryiay2021
May 19, 2025
Breathtaking views and water Kayaking to Emerald Cave! - Blazin Paddles did an amazing job putting together our Emerald Cave Kayak tour adventure! What an incredible experience!
Big shout out to Eric, from Blazin Paddles! You are so knowledgeable, fun, friendly, and seem like a very genuine person. And made my and my sister experience so much more interesting. Thank you from my heart for that!
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766katherineq
May 18, 2025
Spectacular day on the Colorado River! - What an amazing day we had with Chelsea as our guide! The drive from Las Vegas was easy and directions were accurate. All communication prior to the trip was informative and timely. Equipment in good shape and use explained thoroughly. Chelsea was a knowledgeable and charming guide with a very helpful nature. Tempo was comfortable and the sights were spectacular. Highly recommend!
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Jeanfb1077ru
May 13, 2025
3 girlfriends, a couple and a mom w/her teenage kids & Nichole! - Nichole was so knowledgeable of plants, water & land animals, history and just about anything you can think of, she had an answer. She very positive and never uttered a single negative word. I definitely want to bring my family on this trip.
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101sergeyb
May 10, 2025
Great easy day on the water - Great day on the river. Very relaxing. Emerald cave was not that impressive, but the views on the way and overall vibe were great. Special thanks to our guide Eugene who eagerly participated in a water gun duel with my daughter. That was fun for both of us.
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Tiffany_r
May 5, 2025
The kayak tour was... - The kayak tour was fantastic. Our guides, Andrew and Eric, were fun, helpful, and knowledgeable. The views were spectacular. We tried booking with three other tours and were told one story or another- so glad we found Blazin Paddles!
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Kellycv3475fb
Apr 19, 2025
Wow! A must do! - This is a must. The value is great. Did the whole day self guided trip. Both Jamaika and Nichole were there to answer any questions and were great hosts! So much to see! We saw so many cool things and being out there virtually alone is amazing! I would highly recommend this paddle. Its long so make sure you’re up to the challenge.
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Heather_w
Apr 29, 2025
Left behind - I feel like the tour would’ve been perfect. However, my son was unable to keep up. I expected the tour guide to help him out, hook him to his kayak but that didn’t happen. I had to hook him to mine and the tour guide and the rest of the group left us. When we finally got back. The tour guide said “I was starting to get worried about you.” Why don’t he stay with us? Why didn’t he come back? We made it. We were all fine but I feel like that could’ve been better.
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