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Black Canyon, Arizona: Our most recommended tours and activities

Willow Beach: Black Canyon Kayak Half Day Tour-No Shuttle

1. Willow Beach: Black Canyon Kayak Half Day Tour-No Shuttle

Explore Black Canyon on a guided day tour. Kayak along the Colorado River, spotting wildlife as you go. Enjoy incredible views of the river and surrounding landscape. Discover the river's history and marvel at the stunning rock formation at Emerald Cave. Arrive at Willow Beach, AZ via your personal/rental vehicle and prepare for the day ahead as your guides help fit you into your kayaks. Paddle upstream into the narrow channels of the Black Canyon on your fully guided tour. Scour the banks to spot a variety of wildlife, including native Desert Big Horn Sheep, Bald Eagles, and Coyote. This tour includes visits to a historical overlook with awe-inspiring views of the legendary Colorado River, a visit to Emerald Cave, and a viewing of the 100-year-old river gauging station. Learn the history of the river and its many uses over the past 100 years from our knowledgeable Guides as they lead this 4-mile out-and-back paddling tour. Enjoy complimentary snacks and bottled water and enjoy the river as it unfolds before you. You will paddle back to your starting point at Willow Beach to complete the tour.

From Las Vegas: Emerald Cave Kayak Tour

2. From Las Vegas: Emerald Cave Kayak Tour

Experience an 8-kilometer guided kayaking tour in the spectacular Black Canyon on the Colorado River. Have the chance to observe golden eagles in their natural habitat and cruise into the shining Emerald Cove. Benefit from a shuttle service from Las Vegas' Mandalay Bay Hotel and arrive in Willow Beach. Meet your guide and learn everything you'll need to know to be prepared for this amazing adventure. Paddle upstream through the steep, rocky walls of the canyon. Keep an eye out to spot desert wildlife like bighorn sheep, coyotes, bald eagles, and even golden eagles. Listen to interesting facts about the mighty Colorado River and the history of the Hoover Dam. Visit the Emerald Cove and find out why the water shines bright green, before making a stop to refuel with healthy snacks, fruit, and water.

From Las Vegas: Hoover Dam Highlights Tour

3. From Las Vegas: Hoover Dam Highlights Tour

Experience the top highlights of Hoover Dam on a half-day tour that is perfect for those who want to enjoy views overlooking Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, and the historic Boulder City. Depart from the Las Vegas Strip aboard a luxury motorcoach for a quick ride to Boulder City, home of the workers who built the Hoover Dam. The stop at this charming town includes a free visit to the Hoover Dam Museum, cafes, antique shops and a unique art walk featuring beautiful, bronze statues. Get stunning views of this "Man-Made Wonder of the World" from the Mike O’Callaghan-Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge, which gives an aerial view from 900 feet above the Colorado River and Black Canyon.  

Vegas: Hoover Dam Ultimate Tour with Lunch and Comedy Show

4. Vegas: Hoover Dam Ultimate Tour with Lunch and Comedy Show

Join this fully guided VIP tour and experience the Walk On The Top tour, the Nevada Power Plant Tour, the Boulder Dam Museum, lunch at the Omelet House right on the outskirts of Las Vegas, and a visit to the Hoover Dam bypass bridge. Enjoy a fully guided walk over Hoover Dam and learn about the concrete, high scalers, depression, earthquakes, cableways, spillways, intake towers, outlet works, drought, wages, and tragic deaths. Once you leave Boulder City, head for lunch at the Omelet House on the outskirts of Las Vegas. Stop at the Las Vegas welcome sign and take some photos of the landmark, without having to wait in line. This tour also includes a special bonus - Complimentary tickets to the LA Comedy Club at the Strat! (a $45 value per ticket). All this and you'll be back in Las Vegas in the early afternoon.

From Las Vegas: Black Canyon Half-Day Kayak Tour

5. From Las Vegas: Black Canyon Half-Day Kayak Tour

Following pick-up from your approved hotel on the Las Vegas Strip, escape the city and journey by comfortable Mercedes Sprinter to the start point of your kayak adventure into the Black Canyon. Arrive at Willow Beach and prepare for the day ahead as your guides help fit you into your kayaks. Paddle upstream into the narrow channels of the Black Canyon, and scour the banks to spot a variety of wildlife, including native Desert Big Horn Sheep, Bald Eagles and Coyote. This tour includes visits to an historical overlook with awe-inspiring views of the legendary Colorado River, a visit to Emerald Cave and viewing the 100 year old river gauging station. Learn the history of the river and its many uses over the past 100 years from our knowledgable Guides as they lead this 4 mile out-and -back paddling tour. Enjoy a complimentary snacks and bottled water and enjoy the river as it unfolds before you.

From Las Vegas: Guided Emerald Cave Kayak Tour

6. From Las Vegas: Guided Emerald Cave Kayak Tour

Spend a day surrounded by clear water and natural landscapes on this guided kayaking tour starting from Las Vegas. Paddle along the Colorado River and see the Emerald Cave. This is a great tour option for both beginners and advanced paddlers alike. This kayaking tour paddles onto the Colorado River at various times in the morning, starting from Las Vegas and taking off into the water at Willow Beach, Arizona. An early morning tour lets you beat the heat and the crowds. The moment the paddle dips into the Colorado River, you'll be transported back in time. Paddle past historic sites of the 1920s era government project that gave life to the desert southwest. Venture into the Black Canyon narrows to explore the river that exists only an hour outside of the busy lights of the Las Vegas strip. Arrive at Emerald Cave and learn how to back up your kayak into the cave to get some unbeatable photos of the emerald green water. The cave itself is the cherry on top of a spectacular afternoon on this picturesque section of the river.

Las Vegas: Hoover Dam Experience with Power Plant Tour

7. Las Vegas: Hoover Dam Experience with Power Plant Tour

Take in unique and beautiful views of the Black Canyon, the Colorado River, inside the Hoover Dam, and below and above the dam as well. Learn about the fascinating history of the concrete cavity arch dam that took over five years and nearly 50 million dollars to complete. Learn all about the history of the storied and enormous Hoover Dam as you visit the Hoover Dam visitor cente and the Hoover Dam PowerPlant at the bottom of the dam. Venture across the astounding second-highest bridge in the USA, the Mike O'Callaghan-Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge, and take in the breathtaking views of the Black Canyon of the Colorado River and the massive Hoover Dam from above. Experience the Hoover Dam on a guided walking tour as you set foot on top of the Dam constructed by thousands of workers during the Great Depression. Marvel at the Hoover Dam from below, then discover the power plant and generator rooms that provide large amounts of power for parts of Nevada, Arizona, and California.

From Las Vegas: Emerald Cave Kayak Tour with Shuttle Pickup

8. From Las Vegas: Emerald Cave Kayak Tour with Shuttle Pickup

We have 3 different pick up points conveniently located along the Las Vegas Strip (Mandalay Bay, Bellagio, Venetian) where you will be picked up shuttled to the banks of the might Colorado River. We will then paddle through primitive volcanic canyon walls towering over 900’ and through giant volcanic boulders at the opening of Black Canyon. Venture out of your kayaks on land where you will hike up a hill to learn some fascinating history about the area and get a spectacular view of the entire canyon. Back your kayak into the Cave to witness the remarkable emerald green water. Enjoy hanging out with friends and family while enjoying the wildlife drama unfold on both Nevada and Arizona shorelines. Be prepared to see desert bighorn sheep, osprey, falcons, bald eagles, and great blue heron in their natural setting!

From Las Vegas: Moonlight Kayak Tour in the Black Canyon

9. From Las Vegas: Moonlight Kayak Tour in the Black Canyon

Come and join our Moonlight Kayak Tour! This is a 4 miles kayaking adventure. You will see the unique desert wildlife and western sunset, while you are floating on the mighty Colorado River. We will stop halfway at a beach where you can swim around or just soak it all in while we offer healthy snacks and bottled water for all participants. You will enjoy the stars by the bonfire and a short hike to the historical site of the Black Canyon with a mind-blowing view. On the way back you will paddle under the moon and the starry sky and have neon lights on your kayaks for a special experience. We provide all equipment (single or double kayak of your choice), glow sticks, neon lights and headlights as well. Our professionally guided Moonlight Kayak Tour is perfect for individuals, couples, families. Beginners or paddlers with experience are welcome as well. Is shuttle pickup provided from Las Vegas? Yes, we can pick you up at Mandalay Bay Hotel on the Strip or you can drive yourself and meet us at Willow Beach Arizona.

Hoover Dam Kayak Tour & Hike - shuttle from Las Vegas

10. Hoover Dam Kayak Tour & Hike - shuttle from Las Vegas

If you're looking for a nature break from Las Vegas, spend a day paddling down the Colorado River on this kayak tour that starts form the iconic Hoover Dam. Experienced river guides will get you geared up and ready for the voyage no matter what your experience level, so you can enjoy the stunning scenery of the Black Canyon. Take breaks along the way at waterfalls, natural hot springs, and a sauna cave. Highlights: ▪ 7 hour guided kayak tour starting from the Hoover Dam ▪ Relax in Hot Springs and Sauna Cave ▪ Enjoy stunning waterfalls ▪ See amazing desert wildlife ▪ Discover the sparkling Emerald Cave ▪ 12 mile downstream kayaking ▪ About 9 hours from pick up to drop off This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If the tour is cancelled because the minimum is not met, you will be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. This tour accommodates all skill levels supplied with top-quality stable kayaks.

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What people are saying about Black Canyon, Arizona

Overall rating

4.8 / 5

based on 1,378 reviews

Has a great time on the River. Good weather, beautiful scenery. Greg was a fantastic guide. Water was a bit cold, but it is always a bit cold. Would do it again.

Brilliant experience and our guide Greg was great. He didn’t rush us at all yet still made sure we avoided the queue of kayaks when heading to Emerald Cove.

From start to finish it was awesome. Very knowledgeable and polite guide. Scenery is amazing. Worth every single penny. Must do while you are in Vegas!

Joe and Ken were awesome! The entire trip was 5 stars!

It was really pleasant and staff were super helpful