Top Las Vegas On the Water

Leave behind the bustle of Las Vegas—and get up close and personal with the beautiful Colorado River—on this half-day kayaking tour. Hop aboard your shuttle at the Mandalay Bay Resort, head to Willow Beach, and grab your life jackets and paddles. Then, set off on a gentle, 5-mile (8-kilometer) trip down the Black Canyon, complete with trips to the Emerald Cave. Snacks and water are included.

Experience the serenity of Emerald Cave, a picturesque natural attraction on the Colorado River. This kayaking tour takes a small group max of 15 people paddling up the river with a guide. Stop for snacks and swimming along the way. Round-trip hotel transport is provided from Las Vegas to Willow Beach in Arizona.

Get outdoors and explore a spectacular natural wonder—the Emerald Cave on this kayaking adventure. After setting off from Willow Beach Marina, paddle along the Colorado River past interesting sites such as a 1920’s era government project, the Black Canyon, and finally—the picturesque Emerald Cave. Traveling on a kayak allows you to access remote hard-to-reach nature spots without the worry of getting lost as a guide takes care of the navigating.

Escape to the Grand Canyon for this full-day sightseeing adventure. Enjoy a scenic, 1-hour, round-trip flight from Las Vegas to the West Rim of the Grand Canyon, flying over the famous Hoover Dam and beautiful Lake Mead along the way. After returning over the Mojave Desert and other natural wonders, choose between either a float trip down the Colorado River, through Black Canyon with a boxed picnic lunch and an optional swim at a secluded beach or a fun-filled kayak trip from Willow Beach. Bottled water and all transportation, including a Las Vegas hotel pickup/drop-off, are included.

Kayak down the Colorado River on this half-day tour from Las Vegas. Spend ample time on the water taking in the amazing sights of the Black Canyon of the area and maybe even spot wildlife like bighorn sheep, coyotes, or bald eagles as you paddle along. Visit beautiful beaches, a cave, and enjoy snacks and bottled water included on your tour.

Skip the crowds and hassle of bus tours with this half-guided, half-self-drive Colorado River tour. Make your own way to the launch point at Willow Beach; board a kayak, and then paddle into the Black Canyon. Along the way, take in the desert scenery and look out for wildlife including big horn sheep, coyotes and bald eagles.

Get your party started early in Las Vegas with this pool party crawl. You’re treated like a VIP with access to two of Sin City’s best daytime clubs, including poolside festivities.

Go kayaking on the Colorado River and visit the Emerald Cave during this half-day tour from Las Vegas. Set off from Willow Beach Marina on a three-mile paddle to the Emerald Cave. Kayak through volcanic canyon walls that tower over 900 feet in height during the tour. A healthy lunch and complimentary shuttle service from Las Vegas are included.

Add a thrilling outdoor adventure to any Las Vegas or Flagstaff vacation with this guided whitewater rafting trip down the Colorado River. Take a road trip to Peach Springs, Arizona, home of the Hualapai Indians at the gateway to the Grand Canyon. Then, challenge the mighty Colorado River’s varied rapids on a 40-mile (64-kilometer) journey through the canyon, taking a side hike to a travertine waterfall along the way. Boxed lunch is included, and an optional hotel pickup and drop-off is available to purchase.

Escape the bustle of Las Vegas and discover the stunning scenery from the cool water on this 5-star rated half-day kayaking trip on the Colorado River. Make your own way to the Lake Mead National Recreation Area, grab a life jacket and set off on this small-group 4-mile kayak trip. As you go, soak up the scenery, pause for a swim, spot wildlife and learn about the area’s history from your expert guide. This is sure to be the best thing you do in Las Vegas!

Add a thrilling outdoor adventure to any Las Vegas vacation with this guided, full-day whitewater rafting trip down the Colorado River. Enjoy a road trip to Peach Springs, Arizona, home of the Hualapai Indians at the gateway to the Grand Canyon. Then, challenge the mighty Colorado River’s varied rapids on a journey through the canyon, taking a side hike to Travertine Falls along the way. A boxed lunch and a hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Escape from Las Vegas to experience the Black Canyon on a gentle 3-hour raft tour on the Colorado River. Board your motorized raft at the Lake Mead National Recreation Area and relax as your guide steers the boat along the Colorado River, providing a smooth trip through the canyon landscape. Soak in the scenery of Hoover Dam, tall rock cliffs, caves, and riverside beaches as your guide shares commentary about the wildlife and history of the region. Includes boxed lunch, and hotel pickup and drop-off from Las Vegas.

This action-packed day trip to the Grand Canyon West Rim includes a helicopter descent to the canyon floor. After luxury coach transport from Las Vegas, top off these sights with breakfast, lunch and a scenic shuttle tour along the West Rim visiting both Eagle and Guano Points. Upgrade to add on the Grand Canyon Skywalk. Included is a photo stop at the Hoover Dam. ** Please note: Effective for bookings made from March 16, 2022, the price displayed does not include a USD5 per person fuel fee. This fee is payable direct to the supplier on the day of your tour **

Leave the neon lights of Sin City behind during this relaxing full-day guided kayak excursion on the Black Canyon section of the Colorado River. This paddling trip, which navigates several miles of placid water close to Hoover Dam, is great for kayakers of all experience levels. During your trip, stop to explore idyllic riverside beaches, caves, canyons, and hot springs. Your kayak guide also points out local wildlife, hidden inlets, hiking spots, and historical sites along the way. The trip also includes all necessary kayaking equipment, river permits, and safety lesson, lunch, bottled water, snacks, dry bag for personal items and round-trip hotel transport.

Escape the flashing lights and bustling casinos of Las Vegas and spend a day in the great outdoors on this private tour to Emerald Cave. Leave the Strip behind and head to the Arizona side of the Colorado River to start your kayaking tour. Paddle to a shallow cave that shimmers in shades of green when the sunlight hits just right and capture a few photos before heading back.

Leave the crowds and noise of the Strip behind and spend a day in nature instead. Paddle through calm waters, taking a short hiking break along the way. Explore a hidden canyon cave and have lunch on a sandy beach. This tour offers fantastic photo opportunities and the chance to learn about the area's outdoor opportunities.

Experience the size and relevance of the Hoover Dam and Colorado river with the oldest and most experienced tour company on the river. This trip includes a catered lunch and will launch at the base of the Hoover Dam and continues 12 miles down stream, stopping to bathe in hot springs and hike up slot canyons. This is a must do for adventurous groups or anyone looking to get outdoors. We provide top of the line equipment along with world class guides and professional office staff. - Seven hours (7:00am – 2:00pm) - Year-round - Permit included (tour is not confirmed until a permit is secured by supplier) - Complimentary shuttle service ( on hold due to COVID-19 and social distancing guidelines) - Paddle distance: 12mi/19.2km - Wildlife viewing - Sauna cave - Hot spring pools - Emerald Cave - Historical sites - Bottled water, juice, & snacks - Catered lunch - Professional tour guide - Touring kayak with rudder

Outdoor lovers will enjoy this kayak tour through scenic Black Canyon. Your expert guide leads you through historical sites and natural landmarks as you observe the native flora and fauna of this tranquil ecosystem. After kayaking for two miles, beach the kayaks and enjoy dinner cooked over an open fire on the beach. On the return trip, your kayak glows in the dark, illuminating the water below. All fees and equipment are included.

Though visitors may flock to Las Vegas for the gaming and entertainment, it's easy to forget that, just a short drive away, you can find the must-see Hoover Dam. Don't miss this landmark attraction with this full-day, comprehensive tour, complete with hotel pickup and an included lunch. Along the way, get spectacular views for the top of the dam, stop at the Hoover Dam Visitor Center, and take a rafting tour along Black Canyon—all for one low price.

Set off on an adventure that uncovers boulders, volcanic canyon walls, and spectacular scenery with this kayaking trip. No need to worry about getting lost as a guide leads the way and takes care of the navigating. Highlights you’ll see along the way include Emerald Cave, a Fish Hatchery, and Gauger’s Homesite.

Located a short distance from the Las Vegas Strip , the Black Canyon is unique on its landscape, history, and closeness to wildlife. See up close and personal the concrete slabs, steps and rails used to build the dam. See the Old Catwalk, Gauging Station, stunning canyon views, Big Horn sheep, native plants and birds. The perfect addition to a Hoover Dam Tour!

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.

Paddle along the Colorado River and look out for local wildlife at the same time on this kayaking adventure from Willow Beach. No need to worry about getting lost, as a guide leads the way and reveals the history of the Black Canyon. The highlight is the Emerald Cave—and you can paddle inside it, and stop for a photo break too.

Follow a hiking trail into the scenic Black Canyon, discover the wild scenery of the Mojave Desert and slip into a backcountry hot springs on a 6-hour day trip from Las Vegas. Go deep into the rugged canyon to see ancient petroglyphs left by the Mohave and Paiute tribes, then watch the rock face fade from red to white as you take in sweeping views of the Colorado River. Enjoy lunch and a steaming bath before walking back to the trailhead and returning to your Las Vegas hotel.