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Kayak Tour: Explore Emerald Cave's Beauty
4.9
357 Ratings
Willow Beach
Embark on a 3-hour guided kayak tour along the crystal-clear waters of the Colorado River. Explore stunning views, wildlife, and enjoy a comfortable paddle with all necessary equipment provided.
Embark on a 3-hour guided kayak tour along the crystal-clear waters of the Colorado River. Explore stunning views, wildlife, and enjoy a comfortable paddle with all necessary equipment provided.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Willow Beach Marina - Head over to Willow Beach Marina, where after a brief safety orientation, you’ll embark on a 4-mile roundtrip paddle along the Colorado River, soaking in the breathtaking canyon scenery. Kayak to a scenic overlook at the River Gauger’s Historical Homesite, where you can capture photos, enjoy snacks, and spot wildlife such as…
- Willow Beach Marina - Head over to Willow Beach Marina, where after a brief safety orientation, you’ll embark on a 4-mile roundtrip paddle along the Colorado River, soaking in the breathtaking canyon scenery. Kayak to a scenic overlook at the River Gauger’s Historical Homesite, where you can capture photos, enjoy snacks, and spot wildlife such as Big Horn Sheep, falcons, blue herons, Bald Eagles, and fish like rainbow trout and striped bass in the pristine waters. Proceed to Emerald Cave, a secluded cove with stunningly clear waters, where you can unwind and savor fresh snacks before paddling back to Willow Beach.
What's Included
- 3-Hour Guided Kayak Tour to Emerald Cave
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- All safety equipment and instruction
- 3-Hour Guided Kayak Tour to Emerald Cave
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- All safety equipment and instruction
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- National Park Entrance Fee
- Hotel Pick up and Drop off
- Gratuities
- National Park Entrance Fee
- Hotel Pick up and Drop off
Additional Information
Head to Willow Beach, located just south of the Hoover Dam in Arizona, for an incredible 3-hour guided kayak tour on the pristine waters of the Colorado River. Following a quick safety briefing, the guide will take participants on a moderate 4-mile round trip, featuring numerous stops to relax and take in the breathtaking scenery, including a brief hike…
Head to Willow Beach, located just south of the Hoover Dam in Arizona, for an incredible 3-hour guided kayak tour on the pristine waters of the Colorado River. Following a quick safety briefing, the guide will take participants on a moderate 4-mile round trip, featuring numerous stops to relax and take in the breathtaking scenery, including a brief hike to the most spectacular river overlook. This tour offers opportunities to observe wildlife and includes a comfortable light touring kayak, carbon paddle, life jacket, snacks, fresh fruit, and ample bottled spring water.
- Please dress appropriately, layers and comfortable shoes are recommended.
- Children (12 and under) must be accompanied by an adult in a shared tandem kayak
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- This activity is not wheelchair accessible
- The operator has the right to cancel a booking if there are not enough travelers
- Please advise your kayak preference in the Special Requirements field at the time of booking (single or tandem)
Location
25804 N Willow Beach
North Willow Beach
THIS IS A SELF-DRIVE OPTION!
**Any bookings that require a hotel pick up will result in a surcharge for a hotel pick up!**
Please meet at Willow Beach Marina-paddle craft beach; 15 mins BEFORE your launch time booked.
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
(357 Ratings)
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Patricia
Mar 28, 2025
Fun, relaxing very informative! Loved it! - Ryan was an exceptional guide. Trip was very enjoyable and informative. It was a beautiful sunny 90 degree day.
Small group was perfect for this activity.
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Heather
Mar 28, 2025
Highly recommend - Fabulous day with our guide Preston who was so personable and organized. Loved that he prepared us well so we knew what to expect. The kids and I are not very athletic but we managed very well in spite of the wind coming back. Snacks were perfect during the little beach stop and walk. It’s an excellent tour that we all recommend. It’s stunning.
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Zachginge
Mar 13, 2025
Fantastic experience - Jessica was amazing when we went! She stayed calm and professional when one of our group members capsized. Highly recommend.
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D245tisarahh
Mar 11, 2025
Soo glad I did this! - We ran a little late with the spring ahead time change but River Dawgz were very accommodating. Friendly and efficient, I'm so glad I booked with them. Best trip made better with a fun, relaxing and adventurous trip in kayaks.
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Autumns330
Mar 10, 2025
Amazing experience - Completely awesome from start to finish! Ryan was our guide and he was super informative and upbeat! Our family of four rode in tandem kayaks and it was perfect! Would definitely recommend this tour!
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Kelly_k
Feb 28, 2025
Kayak enjoyment in Black Canyon on the river. - Kayaking in a scenic place with ample bird watching opportunities. Excellent guide who shared local history, plant uses of the past, geology and wildlife names.
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Y2000k
Feb 26, 2025
Great time on the river with River Dogz - My son and I did the self-drive, half-day Emerald Cave Kayak Tour with River Dogz. Prior to booking online, I called the company as I had questions about what to bring etc, and the staff answered all of them patiently and kindly!
Even though my son is only 12, they let him go on a single kayak instead of having us take a tandem. (this was one of the Qs I called to ask) He has taken kayaking summer camps before so he's pretty good at it.
Our self-drive group had 8 people and Preston was our guide. Preston is great; not only he's very knowledgable about the area, but he's also super friendly and warm.
The kayaking part (4 miles total) is pretty easy because this stretch of the river is very calm with not much current. All the boat trips stop at a little beach where you get off for snacks and a short hike to a great viewpoint. There were other kayaking groups but Preston made sure we had our space and time for the beach and the cave. (At this time of year, there is only a short window - 90 minutes - where the lighting is good in the cave, so all the groups try to jostle in during that time frame!)
I highly recommend bringing sunhat, sunscreen, long-sleeves, shorts, water shoes/sandals, a dry bag, and waterproof cellphone case. Your feet/lower legs will get wet stepping in / out of the kayak! I also wore biking gloves for paddling.
Overall a wonderful way to enjoy being on the water. Highly recommend River Dogz!
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Osirissk
Feb 12, 2025
Unforgettable experience - A day to remember for a long time, amazing scenery, this is a must!
Everything was organised to perfection, and our guide was also very helpful.
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Ross
Feb 10, 2025
A beautiful experience - If you're looking for an unforgettable adventure on the water, the **Emerald Cave Kayak Tour with River Dogz** is an absolute must—and having **Rebecca** as our guide made the experience even more incredible!
From the very start, everything was well-organized and stress-free. Rebecca greeted us with a warm smile and an infectious enthusiasm that set the perfect tone for the day. She was knowledgeable, friendly, and made sure everyone felt comfortable, whether they were first-time kayakers or experienced paddlers.
The journey down the **Colorado River** was nothing short of breathtaking. The water was crystal-clear, the towering canyon walls were awe-inspiring, and the peacefulness of the surroundings was pure magic. Rebecca shared fascinating stories about the area's history, wildlife, and geology, making every moment on the river both educational and exciting.
Of course, the highlight was reaching the **Emerald Cave**—and it was even more stunning in person! The way the sunlight hit the water, creating that glowing emerald-green effect, was absolutely mesmerizing. Rebecca knew exactly where to position us for the best views and photos, making sure we got to fully soak in the beauty of the cave.
Throughout the tour, River Dogz went above and beyond—providing top-quality kayaks, plenty of cold water, fresh fruit, and snacks to keep us energized. Their attention to detail and commitment to an amazing guest experience was evident at every turn.
If you're visiting the **Las Vegas area** and want a break from the Strip, this tour is the perfect escape into nature. Huge thanks to Rebecca for making it such a fun, relaxing, and memorable adventure—I can't recommend this experience highly enough!
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Stay444089
Dec 13, 2024
Great day on the water! - It was a beautiful day on the water and clear Emerald water is amazing. Preston was the perfect guide. He was friendly, knowledgeable and made our tour very enjoyable. We would definitely recommend this tour to others.
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