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Colorado River Float: Black Canyon Serenity
4.8
390 Ratings
Boulder City
Escape the craziness of Las Vegas for a thrilling 3-hour motorized raft tour through the stunning Black Canyon. Marvel at the Hoover Dam, enjoy breathtaking views, and take a refreshing dip in the mighty Colorado River. Don’t miss this unforgettable day trip!
Escape the craziness of Las Vegas for a thrilling 3-hour motorized raft tour through the stunning Black Canyon. Marvel at the Hoover Dam, enjoy breathtaking views, and take a refreshing dip in the mighty Colorado River. Don’t miss this unforgettable day trip!
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Boulder City - The tour kicks off with a convenient hotel pick-up from selected Las Vegas hotels or by meeting the group in Boulder City, a historic town established in the 1930s for Hoover Dam workers. Discover this delightful town before setting off on the adventure to the Hoover Dam and nearby attractions.
- **Lake Mead National Recreation…
- Boulder City - The tour kicks off with a convenient hotel pick-up from selected Las Vegas hotels or by meeting the group in Boulder City, a historic town established in the 1930s for Hoover Dam workers. Discover this delightful town before setting off on the adventure to the Hoover Dam and nearby attractions.
- Lake Mead National Recreation Area - The creation of the Hoover Dam resulted in Lake Mead, the largest artificial lake in the United States. This renowned reservoir provides breathtaking views and recreational activities for visitors.
- Hoover Dam - Travel down the Lower Portal Road, the original path used by Hoover Dam construction workers, to board your raft. Enjoy a 3-hour exploration of 12 miles filled with history, beauty, and wonder as you glide through the Black Canyon National Water Trail. Discover waterfalls, hot springs, and other geological marvels. The trip is fully narrated by knowledgeable guides who share fascinating history about the Hoover Dam and the Black Canyon National Water Trail.
- Willow Beach - Take a refreshing break at a picturesque side beach, where you can stretch your legs, swim, or relax in the cool, clear waters of the Colorado River. Additionally, a delicious lunch is included, packed in a take-home, insulated souvenir bag for your convenience.
- Willow Beach Marina - The tour concludes at Willow Beach Marina, located in the scenic Mohave Desert of Arizona, where you’ll board a shuttle back to the starting point. Don’t forget to bring your camera to capture the stunning views along the way!
What's Included
- Float Trip on the Colorado River with live commentary by a local guide
- NPS Park Entrance Fee
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)
- Lunch
- Float Trip on the Colorado River with live commentary by a local guide
- NPS Park Entrance Fee
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)
- Lunch
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Round-trip Transportation (depending on option selected)
- National Park Fee (included with transport; not included with self-drive/without transport option)
- Gratuities
- Round-trip Transportation (depending on option selected)
- National Park Fee (included with transport; not included with self-drive/without transport option)
Additional Information
Leave behind the hustle and bustle of Las Vegas for a serene adventure on the Colorado River aboard a motorized raft. Beginning near the Hoover Dam within the Lake Mead National Recreation Area, embark on a 3-hour float through the breathtaking Black Canyon, surrounded by majestic cliffs and expansive desert landscapes. During the journey, there is…
Leave behind the hustle and bustle of Las Vegas for a serene adventure on the Colorado River aboard a motorized raft. Beginning near the Hoover Dam within the Lake Mead National Recreation Area, embark on a 3-hour float through the breathtaking Black Canyon, surrounded by majestic cliffs and expansive desert landscapes. During the journey, there is ample opportunity to swim in the river, unwind during a lunch break, and discover a side of Nevada that many travelers miss. With options for self-driving or round-trip transportation, this experience is crafted to be both flexible and convenient.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Vegetarian & Gluten Free options are available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Total Tour time WITH Transportation is 6 hours door-to door
Location
268 Lakeshore Rd
Lakeshore Road
Lake Mead RV Village ( Coyote Room @ Village Hall)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(390 Ratings)
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Daydream30987879624
Apr 5, 2026
Exceeded expectations - The tour exceeded expectations. The guide, Kathleen, was very knowledgeable about the canyon. She answered questions about the history of the dam, the birds and wildlife in the canyon and the geology of the canyon. We stopped to see small waterfalls, little beaches and wildlife. The trip didn’t seem rushed, but wasn’t boring either. The shuttle driver was courteous and friendly also. I would do it again.
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Ruth_c
Apr 3, 2026
Worth the sunburn - Wear sunscreen even if it is cloudy and cool. Take video so you can get the guide's narration as well. The lunch, view, and guide were well above expectations.
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Chbarrett
Apr 2, 2026
Good Time Rafting - Kathleen, our guide, was a real professional. She was an encyclopedia of area knowledge. Funny and accommodating, she made our trip down the river a real delight. The lunch was good, too! Highly recommend.
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Y4711jpmichaelt
Apr 1, 2026
Double the fun!! - This was our second trip on the river and both trips were great! First trip was with friends which they thoroughly enjoyed and this trip today was with family and was very relaxing. Enjoyed the guide(s) with the information about the river and the lunch was good too! We were running late due to traffic but made it on time and Mike called and said he would wait for us but didn't have to since we were pulling in when he called. Great customer service by all of the staff! Will do this again in the future. Thanks.
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Lynne_n
Mar 22, 2026
Very informative trip. A... - Very informative trip. A delight to see the landscape up close. A must do whilst in Vegas. Great guide
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926charleneb
Mar 19, 2026
Fun tour - Kathleen was our guide. She was great.
Tour was nice. Just wish we had time for our lunch.... eat on the move.. no fun with that.
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M9602ltbobm
Mar 12, 2026
Great tour, from pickup to drop off. - We had a great time on this tour. Marty was the transportation driver. He was wonderful in letting us know exactly what was going on and had great insights to share during trip to the excursion. Cordero was our guide on the raft thru Black Canyon. He gave great information thru out the excursion and made the trip interesting and fun. I would highly recommend this excursion.
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X6132lkwaynet
Mar 9, 2026
An amazing trip down the Colorado River - This is an amazing experience and a must do if you are visiting Las Vegas. Whilst many people who visit LV will stay on the strip they miss so many great sites which are within easy distance from LV and this is one of them. We hired a car so drove down to the meeting point, but from the minute we arrived to the minute we left everyone was so friendly and helpful and our guide on the river (Kathleen) was great, she was so enthusiastic and knowledgeable about the area. I would highly recommend this trip to anyone and would certainly do it again.
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Karipo8871el
Mar 3, 2026
Simply awesome! - Our raft trip was simply awesome! Because one of our family members had worked on the river in the 1930s, we asked ahead of time to schedule with a guide who knew historical information, and got to go with Kathleen. Her knowledge was amazing about not only the history (her grandfather actually worked on the dam!), but also plants, wildlife, and river features. She told many fascinating stories. Our van driver, Marty, was also great, gave a lot of information and fun stories, and everyone was kind and careful with our elderly mother. It was truly the trip of a lifetime for her, and a terrific day for everyone. Seeing the dam from the river is an impressive and unique view, and the Black Canyon is beautiful. Highly recommended!
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Claire_b
Jan 5, 2026
A great trip - We had a wonderful afternoon. Sarah, our guide was full of information and really friendly. The views were stunning. The packed lunch that they provided was delicious. We loved it and will do the trip again when we return to Vegas.
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