Paddle Black Canyon to Emerald Cave with shuttle and park entry
4 Hours
Shuttle, Park entry, Lunch
Kayak on the Colorado River through Black Canyon’s volcanic walls and stop at Emerald Cave. Take breaks to hike to a historical site and enjoy lunch on a remote beach.
All times are in Pacific Time. An online waiver must be completed no later than the day before your scheduled tour.
Cancel at least 48 hours before start for a full refund, minus a 6% credit card processing fee or $65 per person fee for the full day tour. No refunds within 48 hours of start, for arriving late, or no-shows. Reschedules may be subject to a $40 per person rebooking fee.
Plan around Pacific Time for all tour times.
Complete the online waiver no later than the day before your scheduled tour. Every participant must complete a waiver.
Arrive 30 minutes before your tour start time.
The guides here really make the experience special. Faith, Calvin, Soren, Ryan, Jeff, and Maggie all get enthusiastic shoutouts for being knowledgeable, professional, and genuinely passionate about sharing the area's ecology, geology, and history. Reviewers consistently mention feeling safe and well-cared-for, even complete beginners who'd never kayaked before. The tandem kayaks come equipped with rudders that make paddling easier, and guides adjust the pace to accommodate different skill levels while keeping the group together. The Emerald Cave tour is the clear favorite, with travelers calling it a highlight of their Vegas trips. The full-day option includes tasty lunches and plenty of snacks and water throughout. Logistics are smooth too, with clear pre-trip instructions, reliable hotel pickups, and helpful communication about what to bring. Many visitors add the Hoover Dam stop for a full-day adventure. The calm water and stunning scenery offer a refreshing escape from the Strip, and you might even spot bighorn sheep or eagles along the way.
Went kayaking with Faith and Emma on 4/1/26. They both led us on a wonderful experience. For a first timer, I had an absolute blast. Highly recommend these ladies for the best time!
Taylor Horton
April 3, 2026
Went kayaking with Faith and Emma on 4/1/26. They both led us on a wonderful experience. For a first timer, I had an absolute blast. Highly recommend these ladies for the best time!
Taylor Horton
April 3, 2026