• Hoover Dam - As one of the select Outfitters authorized to take visitors to the base of the magnificent Hoover Dam, we offer a unique experience. Access is restricted, and guests must go through an approved outfitter like us to launch kayaks from the base of the Hoover Dam. Our journey includes Sauna Cave, Goldstrike Waterfalls, Melt Your Shoes Hot Springs, Arizona Hot Springs, Boyscout Slot Canyon, and the Emerald Cave.
• Colorado River - Paddle from Hoover Dam to the renowned Sauna Cave, a 140-foot geothermal tunnel filled with steam. This natural marvel reaches internal temperatures exceeding 140°F, due to intense geothermal activity beneath the Earth’s surface.

The adventure begins with a drive down a highly restricted road—typically reserved for Hoover Dam employees—thanks to our exclusive, pre-approved access passes. The drive takes approximately 10 minutes.

From there, we launch our kayaks directly into the Colorado River. Our first stop is a man-made hot spring that appears and feels entirely natural. (We’ll share the fascinating backstory in person!)

• Colorado River - After detoxifying and enjoying a refreshing dip in the cool Colorado River, we visit Two Spectacular Geothermal Rain Caves, including First Rain Cave, First and Last Emerald Cave, and Little Mermaid Rock.
• Colorado River - Melt Your Shoes Hot Springs is our third stop. The underwater jacuzzi in the Colorado River leads us to a 120-130 degree waterfall where geothermal water gushes from the cliffside. The combination of hot water and lower river levels can create a perfect 98 to 108-degree Jacuzzi at the riverbank.
• Colorado River - Goldstrike Hot Springs and Slot Canyon is our next destination, where we hike up the slot 95-degree stream to a stunning geothermal waterfall and Hot Springs with five layers of Hot Springs to choose your preferred heat. The hike involves very light scrambling and is quite manageable.

Depending on heat and hiking comfort level, we hike up to the top of the waterfall to see a 300-foot horizontal waterfall.

Please note: These hikes are accessible during winter and spring but are closed in summer due to the heat. You’d only have time to hike one each day. With our backdoor pass from kayaking the Colorado River, we get to see all of these. Plus, we drive down and launch in kayaks from the base of the dam, witnessing one of the most, if not the most, beautiful stretches of any river in the world.

• Colorado River - Lone Palm Falls Geothermal Waterfall. These hikes are accessible during winter and spring but are closed in summer due to the heat. You’d only have time to hike one each day. With our backdoor pass from kayaking the Colorado River, we get to see all of these.
• Colorado River - Boyscout Canyon: Year-round, the safest and easiest way to access the canyon is through the river with an outfitter like us. (Unless you have a 350-foot rappelling rope and an off-road vehicle).

This is our favorite stop, weather and time permitting. It’s not for the faint-hearted, but children in the 5th-8th grade can make it up the second geothermal waterfall rope climb and see the 400-foot horizontal rain cave and waterfall. We guide you and demonstrate how to use leverage against both sides of the slot canyon to pull yourself up.

• Arizona Hot Springs - We hike up from the river and ascend a large ladder through a waterfall to reach the world-famous Arizona Hot Springs.
• Lake Mead National Recreation Area - Technically, we paddle through the Black Canyon water trail from the base of the Hoover Dam to Willow Beach, located in the Lake Mead National Recreation Area. We will paddle with a gentle, calm, and slow one mph current of the river. We will show you how to catch the current as it flows down, avoiding eddy currents. We will see 6 caves in total, 11 Geothermal Waterfalls, 4-6 Hot Springs, and also stop at some of the most beautiful beaches and emerald caves with crystal-clear, almost glowing water guiding our path.
• Willow Beach - We exit here at the dirt boat launch of Willow Beach. We can either pick you up there (if you’re a morning person) so you can hop in your car and go when we conclude our trip, or we can take you back to your car at the Hoover Dam Lodge (if you’re not a morning person).
• Emerald Cove - We will pass by the Emerald Cave on our way back to Willow Beach. Lighting is optimal from July to September, but we can visit year-round.

• Provided equipment: Life jackets & paddles
• Single and double kayaks available
• Specialized options: Old Town Loons (ideal for beginners), single Old Town Toons, Sit-On-Top Kayaks
• Canoes available upon request (additional cost)

• Gratuity for your Tour Guide
• Admission fees
• Entrance fees

What sets us apart is our innovative, fluid pricing, making it cost-effective for large groups.

Guests have the option to explore ONLY one of these crevice canyons in a day’s expedition, but we traverse THROUGH all of it thanks to a SHORT-CUT through the Colorado River, embarking right from the foot of the Hoover Dam.

Sauna Cave: we take a pause here to unravel hot springs deep within the gorge.

Gold Strike Hot Springs: merely a stone’s throw away, we make our way to these hot springs for a brief plunge and a chance for a picture.

Boy scout Canyon: we step out of our kayaks to wander in this vicinity to witness hot springs, tight crevice canyons, and indulge in some mountaineering.

Arizona Hot Springs Beach: we take an about quarter of an hour hike to this expansive beach area to savor a lunch break.

Emerald Cave: this beautiful cave, the result of natural fault lines, lights up in emerald hues. We sail through for a swift snapshot.

Emerald Cove: we halt on the beach here for a half-hour recess.

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