Emerald Cave Kayak Tour: Scenic Colorado River

Discover Emerald Cave’s beauty on a guided kayak tour from Willow Beach. Paddle the Colorado River, spot wildlife, and swim in glowing green waters.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Willow Beach - Willow Beach is a serene riverside launch site nestled among towering canyon walls at the base of Hoover Dam. Renowned for its tranquil, crystal-clear waters and abundant wildlife, it offers an ideal starting point for paddling along the picturesque Colorado River.
  • Emerald Cave - Paddle through serene, clear waters to arrive at…
What's Included
  • Life Jacket, Paddles
  • Bottled water
  • WFA, CPR, and First-Aid Certified Tour Guide
  • Access to Emerald Cave
  • Three photos at iconic National Geographic featured locations
  • Performance Kayak
  • Safety Instruction
What's Not Included
  • Entrance fees
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Set off on an unforgettable kayaking journey to Emerald Cave along the picturesque Colorado River. Begin your adventure by meeting your guide at Willow Beach, where you’ll receive a brief safety briefing before setting off in a state-of-the-art performance kayak, designed for both comfort and stability. Bottled water is provided for your convenience….

Location
25804 N Willow Beach
North Willow Beach
Continue past the National Park toll booth (entrance fee not included in ticket costs) to reach the meeting point. Look for water, kayaks, and trailers on your left. Parking is available next to the water. Your guide will be wearing a Green Wave nametag.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Carolynd_p
Apr 5, 2026
Blessed - Josh & Lee were great! 23pax on out Grp but the weather & the Lake sure was MUST Experience. Thanks again for a Wonderful Pre Easter Experience. Blessed
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Wanderer29168240365
Mar 31, 2026
Wonderful kayaking tour - The kayaking tour was a wonderful and relaxing experience. Everything was well organized, and our guide Josh was friendly, funny, and very knowledgeable. During the roughly four-hour tour, he shared many interesting facts about the Colorado River and the surrounding area, answered all our questions, and made sure everyone felt comfortable. Perfect weather, calm water, and even a swimming break made the trip extra special. Highly recommended — thank you, Josh!
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Compass62091286365
Mar 26, 2026
Fun time in the canyon with the kids - Had a great experience with Josh. Josh was very accommodating for my 5 crazy kids and their sometimes slower pace. We got there late (Sorry Josh!) and ended later but Josh just rolled with it. Everyone enjoyed themselves. Thanks again!
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Tonjar648
Mar 24, 2026
Kayaking - Josh was exceptional. Informational snd funny. Great experience
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Z9369aualberts
Mar 23, 2026
Wonderful day on the river!! - Josh was an amazing guide! We had a wonderful time. We went on a monday, which is a lower river traffic day, so had fewer other tour groups & boats on the river- better for enjoying the quiet of nature :). Ample time to paddle up, take a few breaks, see the cave, & paddle back- even for a beginner like me. My kids (teenagers) also loved it. Perfect level of challenge and the 4 hours was perfect amount of time. Definately bring along your own water even tho some will be provided. Its hot & dry in the desert & you'll want more! Love the experience & loved Josh!
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Donald_h
Mar 19, 2026
Great fun and lovely location with great time in the water. - The water was very gentle and easy to paddle. The equipment was excellent and you will get a bit wet. You will have a great time and great for beginners due to how calm the water is for those learning.
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Peterwt4048db
Mar 14, 2026
Beautiful place to relax and enjoy. - Beautiful place, quite. Natur Pur !!!! You can enjoy and relax. Our Guide John was very nice, explained some storys about the colorado river and this area. It was TOP.
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Goteamsloan
Mar 12, 2026
Breathtaking! - Josh was amazing! Lots of knowledge about the area! He took us on a super cool side quest to “Bob’s house” and gave us an awesome history lesson along the way. Highly recommend this tour, it did not disappoint!!
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Madeleine_j
Mar 9, 2026
Excellent experience - Lee made our day one to remember. From start to finish this experience was one of the highlights of exploring the area. I would highly recommend
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Marviking
Mar 29, 2026
Fantastic day on the river. - Amazing experience, worth the trip , it’s 2 miles each way so you must be able for the kayaking. Don’t forget to bring shoes that will get wet entering the water with the kayak. You also have the option for a quick swim if you wish. The cave was a welcome cool stop our guide Jayden was amazing. I would highly recommend this trip. A great day out.
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From $79
up to 12 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).