Emerald Cave Express Kayak Tour from Las Vegas

Embark on a historic Colorado exploration with the oldest and most experienced tour company. Kayak through the famous Emerald Cave and discover scenic overlooks and historic sites along the way. Join us for an adventurous outdoor experience!

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Willow Beach Marina - For those looking for spectacular scenery, this is the perfect kayak tour. The Emerald Cave Express Kayak tour paddles onto the Colorado River at various times, starting at Willow Beach, Arizona. This is a great tour for beginners or advanced paddlers alike.

Paddle past historic sites of the 1920’s era government project that gave life to the desert southwest. Venture into the Black Canyon narrows to explore the historical site and take amazing photos after you have backed your kayak up into the Emerald Cave. This tour is a total of four miles on the Colorado River.

  • Three hours
  • Year-round
  • Paddle distance: up to 4mi/6.4km
  • Emerald Cave (the cave is a cutout of the mountain, you do not paddle through it. You back your kayak up into it and have a great photo opportunity.)
  • Historic sites
  • Wildlife viewing

If you have chosen shuttle option, pick up times are: Bellagio 8:20am and Mandalay Bay 8:30am for the 10am start time. Pick up times are: Bellagio 10:20am and Mandalay Bay 10:30am for the 12pm start time. Pick up times are: Bellagio 11:20am and Mandalay Bay 11:30am for the 1pm start time.

What's Included
  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
  • Certified Guide
  • Kayaks, paddles, and life-vests provided
  • Round-trip transport from select hotels available
  • Guided Kayak Tour
What's Not Included
  • $25/vehicle to park at marina. (Military or Nat’l Park Pass are free)
  • Shuttle service (unless option selected)
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Discover the renowned Emerald Cave and the storied Colorado River with the most seasoned and reputed tour agency operating on the river. This relaxing journey will commence at Willow Beach Marina, heading 2 miles north to the Emerald Cave, pausing at picturesque viewpoints and historical locations. This is obligatory for groups seeking adventure or individuals aiming for an outdoor experience.

You will be equipped with elite-grade gear, accompanied by globally recognized guides, and served by a skilled office team.

  • We offer single or tandem (2 seater) kayaks. Please specify which kayak you would prefer.
  • The Emerald Cave is just a small cutout of the mountain for a great photo op!
  • We provide life vests. Please specify which size you would prefer. S/M, L/XL, 2XL/3XL
  • You will be meeting us at the marina. Have reliable transportation to meet us, there is NO cell service at the marina to call a ride share.
  • If you have chosen and paid for this tour with shuttle, pick up times are: Bellagio 8:20am and Mandalay Bay 8:30am for the 10am start time. Pick up times are: Bellagio 10:20am and Mandalay Bay 10:30am for the 12pm start time. Pick up times are: Bellagio 11:20am and Mandalay Bay 11:30am for the 1pm start time. Please specify which pickup location you prefer.
Location
Willow Beach Marina
North Willow Beach
Please meet us at the Paddle craft launch beach 30 minutes before your tour start time to meet your guide and get fitted with life vests and boats. Tours will begin promptly at their scheduled start time.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Martin_l
Aug 18, 2024
Amazing way to experience the Colorado River - All the staff was super friendly. They were really good at updating us the day before the tour via text messages and sending us all the links for easy access. Our tour guide Maddie was amazing. She was very knowledgeable and friendly. Will definitely come back and bring more family members to experience the beautiful Colorado river.
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Goplaces59801754723
Aug 18, 2024
A Hidden Gem Off The Strip - The emerald cave was simply amazing especially if your guide is Burton. The wild life and kayaking excursion was fascinating and refreshing. You will paddle roughly 4 miles on the lake and thus it’s advised to come well rested. If you are going in summer bring a hat and some sunscreen; Your going to need it.
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Chris_v
Aug 18, 2024
Breathtaking views and experience - Scenery like no other! Maggie was an experienced and perfect kayaking guide to show the wonders of this desert oasis. Be prepared for some of the best scenery possible and an overall top-notch experience. Top notch!
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Gavin
Aug 18, 2024
Go kayak!! - This was so fun! I’m not out of shape but not a major fitness problem person so I was nervous. I shouldn’t have been!! So cool. It was work but worth it! Faith, our guide was the coolest. 10/10
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A5444ypdarlenec
Aug 18, 2024
Great Experience on the River - This was an amazing experience, with stunning scenery, that I highly recommend to anyone visiting the Vegas area. Our guide Ray was informative, personable and patient with some of the more novice kayakers. We took the shuttle from Las Vegas and he would point out landmarks throughout the way and was knowledgeable about the river. Definitely recommend this experience!
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I5184xgpeterg
Aug 17, 2024
Great morning on the river - What a great trip. Early morning trip was best. Ray our guide really knows the river and the best places to stop. Thanks Rat
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Sophie_b
Aug 14, 2024
Nice break from the Las Vegas Strip! - We had a great time on our Emerald Cave Express kayak tour with Evolution Expeditions Kayak Tours! We had a blast spraying each other with the water guns they provided. Our tour guide was very nice. We will definitely do it again the next time we're in Las Vegas.
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Meander05011948051
Aug 12, 2024
Great experience - What a great experience! Your guide (Jayden) was great, views were amazing, an overall great experience that I would do again!
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743kellig
Aug 12, 2024
Excellent adventure! - It was amazing, our guide Cash was great! The scenery is stunning and included 2 bald eagles spotted flying over us. Definitely recommend this experience.
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O5217cwdeborahr
Aug 13, 2024
Great guide from River Dogz and beautiful scenery, but if you are expecting a big cave, it is not. - The scenery was beautiful but the cave experience is a little deceiving. The cave is very small. Still, it was green from the algae and beautiful.
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