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    Verde River Guided Kayak Tour

    Paddle a 3.1-mile Wild and Scenic River with safety-certified guides

    5.0 stars• 14 reviews
    From$113/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    2 hours

    Includes

    Guides, Kayak and PFD, Shuttle

    Highlights

    Paddle a guided 3.1-mile stretch of the Verde River, one of Arizona’s Wild and Scenic Rivers. Enjoy lush riparian scenery, wildlife, and chances to cool off with multiple daily launch times.

    • Float a 3.1 mile route with gentle current
    • Learn from safety certified guides
    • Choose single, tandem, or high capacity kayaks
    • Ride a shuttle from the boathouse to the river
    • Spot wildlife and take in historic scenery
    • Cool off in the water at a swimming hole

    What's Included

    • Professional safety-certified guides
    • Shuttle transportation between boathouse and river
    • Kayak, paddles, and PFD

    Things to know

    Children must be at least 5 years old and 50 lbs. Children 12 and under must ride in a tandem with an adult. Footwear is required; no bare feet, Crocs, flip flops, or backless shoes. A minimum of 4 participants is required to launch. Waivers are required for all participants.

    Cancellation Policy

    Nonrefundable within 72 hours of check-in. Changes must be made at least 3 days prior. Reservations are nonrefundable within 7 days for groups of 6 or more and on holiday weekends (Friday–Monday).

    Meeting details

    Verde River, Cottonwood Arizona

    Experience provided by OAC Tours
    Experience provided by OAC Tours

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    We are here to assist with special requests, large groups, last minute needs, and any questions you may have.

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    Adult

    $113.95

    Ages 13+

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    Adult-Child Pair

    $187.09

    Children must ride tandem with adult | Price includes adult & child Adult: Ages 13+ | Child: Ages 5-12

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    Child

    $92.75

    Ages 5 to 12

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    Senior

    $103.35

    62 and older

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    Student

    $99.11

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    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    We had a wonderful day kayaking the Verde river. Our guides were full of knowledge about the area and were super helpful making us feel comfortable. It was a beautiful day and the perfect excursion for a hot sunny day! Would absolutely recommend to anyone and all ages!

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    Jaclyn Minnix

    April 3, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    We had a wonderful day kayaking the Verde river. Our guides were full of knowledge about the area and were super helpful making us feel comfortable. It was a beautiful day and the perfect excursion for a hot sunny day! Would absolutely recommend to anyone and all ages!

    Photo of Jaclyn Minnix

    Jaclyn Minnix

    April 3, 2026

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