Emerald Cave Kayak Tour with Lunch and Las Vegas Shuttle Option
Overview
Paddle 4–6 miles on a guided tour through stunning Black Canyon, exploring hidden historic sites and the iconic Emerald Cave, with the chance to swim at a secluded beach. Your experience includes a delicious deli-style lunch, stories about the canyon’s colorful past, and options for either self-drive or seamless shuttle pickup from select Las Vegas hotels. With crystal-clear Colorado River waters, incredible photo opportunities, and top-rated guides, this adventure is perfect for nature lovers and anyone wanting a longer, fully-supported outdoor escape.
What's Included
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- External Hoover Dam Tour (If option selected)
- Single or Tandem Kayak, Paddle, Life-Vest
- Hotel pick-up and drop off from select hotels (if option selected)
- Guided Kayak Tour
- Gratuities (Optional)
- Hotel pick-up and drop off (If self-drive option selected)
- External Hoover Dam Tour (if option not selected)
- National Park Fee (included w/transport; not included w/self-drive or without transport option)
Meeting and Pickup
For 10am tour start you will be picked up at the times below: Venetian (Pick up: 8:10 am PST) Main valet Bellagio (Pick up: 8:20 am PST) Uber/Ride-share area; Lower level Mandalay Bay (Pick up: 8:30 am PST). Shuttle/Tour bus lobby on the beach level1-1.5 hours drive time depending on traffic, 4-4.5 hours of tour, and 1-1.5 hours return drive back depending on traffic.For 11am tour start you will be picked up at the times below: Venetian (Pick up: 9:10 am PST) Main valet Bellagio (Pick up: 9:20 am PST) Uber/Ride-share area; Lower level Mandalay Bay (Pick up: 9:30 am PST). Shuttle/Tour bus lobby on the beach levelPlease be courteous to other participants and promptly show up on time at the tour bus area or launch location provided on the confirmation email. Please have your cellular phone on and available. Shuttles generally arrive back to Las Vegas Resort & Hotels between 100 and 120 minutes after the kayak tour ends. Shuttle times vary with traffic.
25660 Willow Beach Road
White Hills, AZ 86445, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
On this guided kayak tour, you'll paddle 4–6 miles along the Colorado River through the towering volcanic walls of Black Canyon, with crystal-clear emerald waters beneath you. Enjoy a gourmet, health-conscious lunch on a remote beach while spotting wildlife like bighorn sheep, bald eagles, and great blue herons. Located about an hour from the Las Vegas Strip in the Lake Mead National Recreation Area, the tour begins at Willow Beach with a safety briefing from your certified guide, and is perfect for both beginners and experienced paddlers—transportation options are available.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We offer single or tandem (2 seater) kayaks. Please specify which kayak you would prefer.
- The Emerald Cave is a small cutout of the mountain for a great photo op!
- If you select self drive option, you will be meeting us at the marina. Have reliable transportation to meet us, there is NO cell service at the marina to call a ride share.
- If you have chosen and paid for this tour with shuttle, pick up times are: Venetian 110 minutes before, Bellagio 100 minutes before and Mandalay Bay 90 minutes before your tour start time
- Message us if you need a 2XL or larger life vest
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(11)Q: Are there any weight restrictions for kayaking?
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Activity code: C-240046P3
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Frequently Asked Questions (11)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Top10Adventures® customers.
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The maximum weight capacity for kayaking is 340 lbs / 154 kg.
Nov 2021No experience is necessary! Beginners are welcome on all of our kayak tours. Most of our guests have never been in a sea kayak before. Anyone in average physical condition may join a kayak tour. If you can hike or bike, you can paddle our sea kayaks. You do not need any swimming skills either.
The only prerequisite is a healthy spirit of curiosity and adventure.
Regardless of age or skill level you will find that our expeditions offer enough flexibility to make your experience with us safe and rewarding. We will show you proper sea kayaking technique and water safety before leaving the beach. And your expert guides will be with you throughout the adventure to give you pointers and improve your skills.
Sep 2022Your safety is Top10Adventures®’s number one concern. In general, sea kayaking is safer than most other outdoor pursuits, even bicycling.
Jan 2023If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (MST).
- Lunch.
- Snacks.
- Bottled water.
- External Hoover Dam Tour (If option selected).
- Single or Tandem Kayak, Paddle, Life-Vest.
- Hotel pick-up and drop off from select hotels (if option selected).
- Guided Kayak Tour.
- Gratuities (Optional).
- Hotel pick-up and drop off (If self-drive option selected).
- External Hoover Dam Tour (if option not selected).
- National Park Fee (included w/transport; not included w/self-drive or without transport option).
This adventure requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 5. This adventure requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Emerald Cave Kayak Tour with Lunch and Las Vegas Shuttle Option is as follows:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Emerald Cave Kayak Tour with Lunch and Las Vegas Shuttle Option will be included in your confirmation email from Top10Adventures®. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- External Hoover Dam Tour (If option selected)
- Single or Tandem Kayak, Paddle, Life-Vest
- Hotel pick-up and drop off from select hotels (if option selected)
- Guided Kayak Tour
- Gratuities (Optional)
- Hotel pick-up and drop off (If self-drive option selected)
- External Hoover Dam Tour (if option not selected)
- National Park Fee (included w/transport; not included w/self-drive or without transport option)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We offer single or tandem (2 seater) kayaks. Please specify which kayak you would prefer.
- The Emerald Cave is a small cutout of the mountain for a great photo op!
- If you select self drive option, you will be meeting us at the marina. Have reliable transportation to meet us, there is NO cell service at the marina to call a ride share.
- If you have chosen and paid for this tour with shuttle, pick up times are: Venetian 110 minutes before, Bellagio 100 minutes before and Mandalay Bay 90 minutes before your tour start time
- Message us if you need a 2XL or larger life vest
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
