Emerald Cave Kayak: Explore Colorado River

Paddle the Colorado River at your own pace. Discover wildlife and history on a self-guided adventure. Maps available.

Duration: 3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Willow Beach Marina - Escape the hustle and bustle of Las Vegas and set off on a self-guided kayaking journey along the Colorado River with this kayak rental. Ideal for those who love to explore independently, this adventure allows you to paddle leisurely while enjoying the stunning views of Willow Beach and its surroundings.
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What's Included
  • All safety equipment and instruction
  • 3.5 hours use of kayak equipment
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • National Park Entrance Fee
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Embark on a serene kayaking journey along the Colorado River with an Emerald Cave kayak rental, ideal for a self-paced, self-guided adventure. Navigate through the picturesque landscapes of Willow Beach, discovering secluded coves, pristine green waters, and the awe-inspiring Emerald Cave. With 3.5 hours of rental time, there are ample opportunities to…

Location
Willow Beach Marina
North Willow Beach
THIS IS A SELF-DRIVE OPTION! Please meet at Willow Beach Marina-paddle craft beach; 15 mins prior to the launch time booked.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Passport580969
Jun 26, 2025
Amazing tour with River Dogz - We had a fantastic and unforgettable day. Julia was our guide. She was super friendly and knowledgeable, told us the history of different places as we were passing them, took nice pictures of us and shared them couple days later. Kayaking itself was very enjoyable. One of the highlights of our journey. I would highly recommend it.
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Stephaniejj9195ak
Jun 25, 2025
Amazing Kayak Adventure - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We had an amazing experience with River Dogz on their Emerald Cave Kayak Tour! From start to finish, the communication from the company was outstanding—clear, timely, and helpful. As beginner kayakers, we appreciated the detailed instructions and the patience the team showed in making sure everyone felt comfortable and confident. Our guide Michelle was absolutely fantastic! She was upbeat, fun, and full of positive energy. She came prepared with snacks and cold water to keep us happy and energized throughout the trip. Michelle’s knowledge of the river’s history, native plants, and local wildlife made the tour not only beautiful but educational as well. She was always willing to answer questions and made the entire group feel welcome and engaged. One of the highlights was that Michelle took great photos during the tour and shared them with everyone afterward—such a thoughtful touch that helped us remember an unforgettable day. If you’re considering a kayak tour, don’t hesitate—River Dogz is top-notch, and Michelle is a gem! Highly recommend!
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Michaelawh9230eb
Jun 23, 2025
Amazing Views! - Booked this tour for a 30th birthday gift as he likes kayaking and the outdoors! Our tour guide, Michelle, was amazing! Very knowledge about the history and wildfire surrounding the river! Would book again for our next Vegas trip! Thank you!
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Mary
Jun 20, 2025
Adventurous and fun Kayak experience! - Both fun and adventurous! Everything we needed was ready to go for the trip: Friendly guides who gave helpful instructions, Kayak’s, oars, life jackets and a bottle of water. Grateful for the website preparation list of items to bring with me. Overall great experience! Thank you Riverdogz!!!!
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Ryankp5641bz
Jun 20, 2025
Amazing experience and views! - Great lifetime memory! Views were so beautiful. A bit hot in canyon but cool water made it a breeze! I highly recommend! Preston our guide was great!
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Inspiration721737
Jun 15, 2025
Do it! - Loved this tour. Was a Father’s Day gift from a friend and it was a good one. Gabby was our guide and she was amazing. Our Lyft driver dropped us off at the wrong entrance but gabby waited for us to arrive (thank you) water was very cold but refreshing especially when the it’s 105 outside. Do this tour!
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Danpena819
Jun 13, 2025
AMAZING! - Tyler and Luke were absolutely amazing and extremely informative! Even though I arrived 10 minutes after scheduled meet, Tyler was very accommodating and understanding. The photos he took were amazing and the views are breathtaking! Would definitely book/recommend over again
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75saundraf
Jun 11, 2025
Do it! - The best money I spent while on vacation in Vegas. Pictures can’t capture the essence of the day. Guide was knowledgeable and patient!
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Kathleenw1763
Jun 11, 2025
Worth It! - This was an amazing trip all around! The tour guide was so personable, interesting , and just a nice guy! His energy level was contagious. He was knowledgeable about the area and the landscape. He went out of his way to provide photos from the day that he then sent to our tour group. I really can’t say enough about the guide! The tour itself was the most spectacular way to spend a hot day in Vegas! The river was crystal clear and the views!!!
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587latonyaw
Jun 10, 2025
10 out of 10!! - We signed up for the River Dawgz Emerald Cove Kayak Tour… and baby, it did not disappoint! 😅🚣🏾‍♀️🚣🏾‍♂️ We started at Willow Lake in Arizona, made our way to the glowing green waters of Emerald Cove in Nevada, and the entire experience was simply breathtaking. The views were unreal—like paddling through a postcard. 💚 Our guide was fantastic and even took tons of beautiful pictures for everyone, so we could focus on soaking it all in without worrying about our phones. 10/10 recommend—perfect mix of adventure, nature, and vibes. Just be prepared to sleep real good afterward
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From $69
up to 12 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).