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Hoover Dam Kayak Tour with Shuttle – Hot Springs and Emerald Cave

About this experience

Paddle 12 miles from the base of the Hoover Dam through Black Canyon on a full-day (7–8 hour) guided kayak tour, exploring natural hot springs, waterfalls, scenic beaches, and the stunning Emerald Cave. This adventure is suitable for all skill levels and includes roundtrip shuttle transfer from Las Vegas, expert guiding, snacks, bottled water, and plenty of time for photos, swims, and unforgettable desert canyon views. It’s one of the most comprehensive ways to experience both the engineering marvel of the Hoover Dam and the wild beauty of the Colorado River.

At a glance

  • Duration: 8 hr

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Sit-In Single Kayak
Sit-In Double Kayak

Plan your experience

Time on the tour8 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)

Set aside 8 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.

Before you go

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • We recommend you bring: hat, sunglasses, sunblock, swimsuit, towel.

What is included

  • Views of Hoover Dam from the Colorado River
  • 8-Hour Kayak Tour from the Hoover Dam
  • Bottled water
  • We provide a healthy sandwich, bananas and granola bars - if you have any food allergies or sensitivities please bring your own snacks
  • Private transportation
  • Professional Guide
  • Choice of single or double kayaks and all safety equipment

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Hoover Dam

Itinerary and highlights

Embark on a 7-hour guided kayaking adventure through the Black Canyon on the Colorado River, led by a U.S. National Kayak Champion. This family-friendly tour is suitable for all skill levels, offering stable kayaks with rudders for easy steering. Highlights include the stunning Emerald Cave, hot springs, waterfalls, desert wildlife, and the chance to see the Hoover Dam from its base. Enjoy healthy snacks, fruit, and bottled water along the way, with a 12-mile downstream adventure and about 9 hours of total experience time, from pick-up to drop-off.

This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If the tour is cancelled because the minimum is not met, you will be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

Note: a healthy sandwich, bananas, granola bars and bottled water are provided during the tour; if you have any food allergies or sensitivities, please bring your own food/snacks.

See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Meeting location is the Hoover Dam Lodge, U.S. 93, Boulder City, NV 89005, USA. Meet in the Parking Lot!
  • IMPORTANT: Pickup from the Mandalay Bay Hotel at the Shuttle Pickup Area on the Lower Level.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Las Vegas SUP Kayak Club

Accessibility and practical details

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Service animals allowed
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • We recommend you bring: hat, sunglasses, sunblock, swimsuit, towel.
  • Some kind of water shoes is a must for this adventure (over one mile hiking).
  • Depending on the time of the year layered clothing is recommended.
  • The booking does not include the National Park permit that is $30 (+$1.80 booking fee) per adult and $15 (+$1 booking fee) for ages 16 or under. The operator will contact you after your booking is made to arrange the permit. Launching permits are non-refundable.
  • This tour is not recommended for anyone with physical disabilities or with heart, shoulder or back problem
  • Maximum weight limit is 300lb/person
  • No Alcohol or Smoking Allowed.
  • Please consider this, the Hoover Dam adventure is recommended only for physically fit people. We do not recommend this activity to anyone with a heart condition, back problems, shoulder problems or any medical or physical limitation. This tour is pretty physical and requires stamina. This tour is a total of 12 miles of kayaking and 2 miles hiking. (It's NOT a leisure FLOAT)

Cancellation policy

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

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 8 hr. Check your chosen tour option for its specific itinerary.
What are the pickup arrangements?
IMPORTANT: Pickup from the Mandalay Bay Hotel at the Shuttle Pickup Area on the Lower Level.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 4–16; Adult tickets: age 17+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Service animals allowed
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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