Hoover Dam and Black Canyon Full-Day Guided Kayak Tour from Las Vegas
by Desert Adventures
Overview
This full-day kayak tour lasts about 12 hours and starts at the base of Hoover Dam on the Colorado River near Las Vegas. Participants paddle through Black Canyon, visiting natural hot springs, caves, secluded beaches, and other river canyons. The tour is guided by professionals who provide instruction on paddling and safety while sharing information about the area's wildlife and history. All kayaking equipment including helmets, life vests, and dry bags for personal items are supplied. Lunch is provided in the form of a boxed meal with several sandwich options. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Las Vegas are included along with transportation to and from the park. A permit required for the trip is arranged by the operator. This tour suits all skill levels and covers transportation, gear, guidance, and lunch during the day on the water.
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Black Canyon Kayak Trip
This section of Black Canyon features flat water, suitable for paddlers of all skill levels. The day begins with meeting the guide and descending 1100 feet along Lower Portal Road, the only access to Hoover Dam's base. The guide will point out locations like Gold Strike Canyon, Lone Palm Canyon, Arizona Hot Springs, and Emerald Cave. Wildlife such as bighorn sheep, bald eagles, coyotes, red-tail hawks, turkey vultures, and striped bass may be seen. Participants should wear a bathing suit for the natural hot springs. The day includes a picnic lunch on a secluded beach with views. The trip concludes at Willow Beach, where an air-conditioned shuttle returns guests to their Las Vegas Strip hotel.
720 min
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Cancellation policy
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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