Emerald Cave Kayak Tour: Deluxe Black Canyon Experience
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Embark on a deluxe Black Canyon kayak tour with Evolution Expeditions. Experience the history, stunning scenery, and wildlife of the Colorado River. Book now!
Duration:
7 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
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Willow Beach Marina - Paddle through primitive volcanic canyon walls towering over 900’.
Explore giant volcanic boulders at the opening of Black Canyon where many paddlers contemplate a descent into the crystal clear, emerald waters of the Colorado River. Enjoy a health-conscious gourmet lunch on a remote beach, while enjoying the wildlife drama unfold on both Nevada and Arizona shorelines. Be prepared to see desert bighorn sheep, osprey, falcons, bald eagles, and great blue heron in their natural setting!
The Black Canyon is a short distance from the Las Vegas Strip, located in the Lake Mead National Recreation Area. The tour begins in the morning at 10:00 am when you arrive at Willow Beach, Arizona.
Evolution Expeditions designed this tour for beginners to advanced paddlers alike.
What's Included
- Complimentary Shuttle Service
- Catered lunch on a remote beach
- Emerald Cave
- Complimentary bottled water, juice, & snacks
- Touring kayak (specify single or tandem), paddle, Life-vest (specify sizes)
- Certified river guide
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Discover the timeless beauty of the Black Canyon on the Colorado River, hosted by the most seasoned and reputable tour company operating in these waters, Evolution Expeditions. Experience our top-of-the-line Prijon touring kayaks, complete with rudders and featuring plush, padded sitting areas. Our guides are fully trained in Wilderness First Aid and CPR, ready to execute any needed rescues. Your adventure includes a two-way paddle covering 6 miles and time to bask in the beautiful vistas, complemented by a professionally catered deli lunch. Along your journey, we take regular stops for photography at the Emerald Cave and exploration of historical spots that offer elevated views of the spectacular canyon.
As a tour company, we distinguish ourselves with unparalleled:
- Quality of equipment and gear
- Exceptional guides
- Unmatchable customer service
Details of the trip:
- Duration: Four hours (between 10:00am and 2:00pm)
- Available all year round
- Free shuttle service
- Paddling distance: a maximum of 6mi/9.6km
- Visits to emerald waters
- Trips to historical spots
- Wildlife sightings
- Free juice, bottled water & snacks
- Inclusive of a catered lunch
- Professional tour guide(s) provided
- All necessary gear and equipment provided
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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B3197stdennism
Apr 27, 2024
Colorado River history and excursion at its finest! - Whata great paddle! Our guide Dylan was very personable, and he was extremely knowledgeable about the history of what we were seeing. It's easy to tell he loves his job. Spectacular views, a paddle that all can enjoy. Highly recommend you try this tour!!
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260olivero
Apr 25, 2024
Beautiful and Scenic Views - Beautiful scenery and relaxing time. Kayaking on the river was awesome with such great scenic views. Our guide Salvatorre was extremely friendly, knowledgeable and funny. Would highly recommend this tour and our guide Sal!
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Kimrz5317aj
Apr 20, 2024
Emerald Cave - We had a great time and would highly recommend, our first time kayaking! Our guide Salvatore was fantastic! Very knowledgeable about the area and a great personality!
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Nomad10618814929
Apr 14, 2024
Informative guides. - The 2 guides were great and so informative of the river and history. They kept us all moving but at comfortable pace. Evolution Expeditions is a keeper! I would recommend for any adult age.
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Carolynn_l
Apr 8, 2024
A must do while in the Vegas area! - What a beautiful day we had! Everything about the=is experience was perfect. As soon as we booked, Steven form the office called us with details and to ask our lunch preferences. Pick up was right on time by guide Burton. Burton was professional, kind, friendly, full of great information and just all around AMAZING! The equipment was on good condition and well explained. The views are gorgeous, all the knowledge that burton shared with us was super interesting. We absolutely loved our day and highly recommend this excursion.
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Janice_q
Apr 3, 2024
Anazing - It was amazing. Our guide,Dillion, was so knowledgeable, patient (as this was our first time kayaking). Dillion was extremely personal and gave us an experience that was 200 percent above and beyond than we had anticipated. Lunch was from Jason’s Deli and delicious. I ordered the chicken salad it had pineapple and pecans in it. Would highly recommend this tour
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Amyu504
Apr 2, 2024
Organized Efficient and Fun - Evolution Expeditions provided an incredible expereince. The customer service was top notch and all guides were kind, patient, willing to get wet and do the heavy lifting when necessary. The experience was light hearted and enjoyable while learning a lot of history and nature facts along the way.
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Walter_m
Apr 1, 2024
Fantastic trip ,dealing... - Fantastic trip ,dealing with Viator was super easy and everything that was discussed was brought to life and we had a wonderful time in Nevada
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Shauncsheffield
Mar 29, 2024
my kayak adventure - well organised trip from start to finish.
Burton was our guide and he was so knowledgable about all aspects of our tour from boulder city to the colorado river. every question we asked got answered .
Would highly recommend this trip.
We hadn't kayaked before and that wasn't a problem.
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Elyse_k
Mar 20, 2024
Great company, amazing tour - Company was great with contact and follow through. Steven called me the night before to ask me what I wanted to eat. The guides were great. Ryan was early to pick me up, he, Malik, Cassidy, and Ares were very helpful. I was a newbie, and Ares and Malik paddled next to me because I was falling behind. The whole tour was enjoyable, and Ryan was very knowledgeable about all aspects including some interesting foliage that is there. He ended up dropping me off at my hotel, which I appreciated. Would recommend.
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