Half-Day Kayak Tour of Emerald Cave with Optional Transportation from Las Vegas
by Vegas Kayaking Tours
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$190Overview
The tour begins with an optional early morning pickup from the Las Vegas Strip at 6 am. Guests are transported to Willow Beach Marina along the Colorado River, where a guide provides historical information about Las Vegas and the surrounding region during the drive. Upon arrival, participants receive their kayaks and safety equipment, followed by a briefing on paddling and safety procedures. The kayaking portion lasts about three hours and includes stops at the historic Fish Hatchery and the Gauger's Homesite. At the homesite, guests take a brief 15-minute hike to view the river. Light snacks and bottled water are provided during the tour. Afterward, the group paddles to Emerald Cave, where they learn how to back their kayaks into the cave’s waters and can take photos. The guide points out local wildlife such as bighorn sheep and falcons along the route. Following the cave visit, paddling continues back to Willow Beach. Guests have time for a swim and beach break before returning to the Las Vegas Strip if the transportation option is selected. The total tour duration is approximately six hours. All kayaks, gear, snacks, and water are supplied. National Park fees are covered only if the transportation option is chosen.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Willow Beach Marina and Historic Sites
The tour starts with an optional shuttle pickup from the Las Vegas Strip. During the drive to Willow Beach Marina, the guide shares historical facts about Las Vegas and the surrounding area. Upon arrival, guests are fitted with kayaks and safety gear and given an orientation and safety briefing. Paddling begins on the Colorado River with stops at the Fish Hatchery and the Gauger's Homesite, where guests take a 15-minute walk to river viewpoints and have light snacks.
180 min
Emerald Cave and Willow Beach
Paddle along the river to Emerald Cave, a natural formation where guides teach how to back kayaks into the colorful waters. Visitors can photograph the area and watch for wildlife like bighorn sheep and falcons. After exploring the cave, the group paddles back to Willow Beach. There is time for swimming and relaxing on the beach before returning to the Las Vegas Strip if transportation was chosen.
30 min
Meeting point
Across the street from Mandalay Bay, Check in time will be at 6:00AM at the Souvenir Outlet. We will confirm this the day before via text from the company.
End point
Pickup is available from Mandalay Bay, Tour and Travel Lobby at the Underground Beach Level. Pickup times vary. Times are subject to change based on tour availability Mon-Thu: $20 parking fee Fri-Sun: $25 parking fee NV Residents with ID can park up to 3 hours free *Special event prices may vary
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Half-Day Kayak Tour of Emerald Cave with Optional Transportation from Las Vegas
by Vegas Kayaking Tours
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$190Overview
The tour begins with an optional early morning pickup from the Las Vegas Strip at 6 am. Guests are transported to Willow Beach Marina along the Colorado River, where a guide provides historical information about Las Vegas and the surrounding region during the drive. Upon arrival, participants receive their kayaks and safety equipment, followed by a briefing on paddling and safety procedures. The kayaking portion lasts about three hours and includes stops at the historic Fish Hatchery and the Gauger's Homesite. At the homesite, guests take a brief 15-minute hike to view the river. Light snacks and bottled water are provided during the tour. Afterward, the group paddles to Emerald Cave, where they learn how to back their kayaks into the cave’s waters and can take photos. The guide points out local wildlife such as bighorn sheep and falcons along the route. Following the cave visit, paddling continues back to Willow Beach. Guests have time for a swim and beach break before returning to the Las Vegas Strip if the transportation option is selected. The total tour duration is approximately six hours. All kayaks, gear, snacks, and water are supplied. National Park fees are covered only if the transportation option is chosen.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Willow Beach Marina and Historic Sites
The tour starts with an optional shuttle pickup from the Las Vegas Strip. During the drive to Willow Beach Marina, the guide shares historical facts about Las Vegas and the surrounding area. Upon arrival, guests are fitted with kayaks and safety gear and given an orientation and safety briefing. Paddling begins on the Colorado River with stops at the Fish Hatchery and the Gauger's Homesite, where guests take a 15-minute walk to river viewpoints and have light snacks.
180 min
Emerald Cave and Willow Beach
Paddle along the river to Emerald Cave, a natural formation where guides teach how to back kayaks into the colorful waters. Visitors can photograph the area and watch for wildlife like bighorn sheep and falcons. After exploring the cave, the group paddles back to Willow Beach. There is time for swimming and relaxing on the beach before returning to the Las Vegas Strip if transportation was chosen.
30 min
Meeting point
Across the street from Mandalay Bay, Check in time will be at 6:00AM at the Souvenir Outlet. We will confirm this the day before via text from the company.
End point
Pickup is available from Mandalay Bay, Tour and Travel Lobby at the Underground Beach Level. Pickup times vary. Times are subject to change based on tour availability Mon-Thu: $20 parking fee Fri-Sun: $25 parking fee NV Residents with ID can park up to 3 hours free *Special event prices may vary
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.