Emerald Cave Kayak Adventure
Overview
Join us as we experience the natural beauty and amazing wildlife of the Colorado River. Take a tranquil paddle up the Colorado River, through 900 foot canyon walls, to the iconic "Emerald Caves". Enjoy the clear, cold water in the summer heat. Take in the Bald Eagles, Long Horned Rams and desert wildlife. This guided kayaking tour takes a group of 12 max, paddling up river, stopping for snacks and SWIMMING along the way. Free shuttle can be arranged from the Las Vegas Strip.
What's Included
- Snacks We will supply waters, snacks (granola bars, chips, etc) and fruit (watermelon, pineapple, melon)
- Kayaks and Lifejackets
- Ice waters
- Guide
- A $15/person entry fee will be collected at the toll booth by Lake Mead/Willow Beach Park.
Meeting and Pickup
MGM Grand
3799 South Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas, Nevada 89109 United States
Please meet at the MGM GRAND "RIDE SHARE AREA". This is where the uber and lyft pick up.
North Willow Beach
Willow Beach, AZ 86445, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
We will be kayaking (a very relaxing) 2 miles up the historic Colorado River, to the iconic "Emerald Cave". Experience crystal clear, ice cold, refreshing water in the heat of the desert summer. We stop for swimming all day in the invigorating river. Enjoy snacks and fruit (watermelon, pineapple, melon) along the way! Bald Eagles and Big Horn sheep are just some of the wildlife along the river banks and canyon walls. An amazing adventure for the whole family awaits! Get off the Vegas strip for 1 day and enjoy the great OUTDOORS. Free shuttle is provided from the Las Vegas strip if needed!
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers with mobility issues.
- Our single kayaks have a weight capacity of 275Lbs
- Our double kayaks have a weight capacity of 405LBS
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- When you arrive at willow beach you will need to pay a $25 vehicle entry fee if the toll is open. After passing the toll, drive all the way down the road to the willow beach marina.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(10)Q: Are there any weight restrictions for kayaking?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-412691P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (10)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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The maximum weight capacity for kayaking is 340 lbs / 154 kg.
Nov 2021No experience is necessary! Beginners are welcome on all of our kayak tours. Most of our guests have never been in a sea kayak before. Anyone in average physical condition may join a kayak tour. If you can hike or bike, you can paddle our sea kayaks. You do not need any swimming skills either.
The only prerequisite is a healthy spirit of curiosity and adventure.
Regardless of age or skill level you will find that our expeditions offer enough flexibility to make your experience with us safe and rewarding. We will show you proper sea kayaking technique and water safety before leaving the beach. And your expert guides will be with you throughout the adventure to give you pointers and improve your skills.
Sep 2022Your safety is City Boat Tours‘s number one concern. In general, sea kayaking is safer than most other outdoor pursuits, even bicycling.
Jan 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Snacks. We will supply waters, snacks (granola bars, chips, etc) and fruit (watermelon, pineapple, melon).
- Kayaks and Lifejackets.
- Ice waters.
- Guide.
- A $15/person entry fee will be collected at the toll booth by Lake Mead/Willow Beach Park.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 5..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Emerald Cave Kayak Adventure is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers with mobility issues.
- Our single kayaks have a weight capacity of 275Lbs
- Our double kayaks have a weight capacity of 405LBS
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Emerald Cave Kayak Adventure will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- SnacksWe will supply waters, snacks (granola bars, chips, etc) and fruit (watermelon, pineapple, melon)
- Kayaks and Lifejackets
- Ice waters
- Guide
- A $15/person entry fee will be collected at the toll booth by Lake Mead/Willow Beach Park.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers with mobility issues.
- Our single kayaks have a weight capacity of 275Lbs
- Our double kayaks have a weight capacity of 405LBS
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- When you arrive at willow beach you will need to pay a $25 vehicle entry fee if the toll is open. After passing the toll, drive all the way down the road to the willow beach marina.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers
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