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Black Canyon Kayak at Hoover Dam Day Trip from Las Vegas

Overview
Leave the bustle of Las Vegas behind for a full-day kayak trip through the Black Canyon on the Colorado River. Perfect for paddlers of all skill levels, this trip covers several miles of calm water near Hoover Dam, with stops to explore caves, beaches, hot springs and canyons. Throughout the day, your experienced guide points out wildlife, historical sites, hidden inlets and beautiful hikes along the river. Kayaking equipment, instruction, and lunch are included; you just need to bring your personal gear (think cameras and hats) for a great day on the water!
City: Las Vegas
Mon 24 Feb
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Starting at $260.80
Mon 24 Feb
Starting at $260.80
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What's Included
In-park transportation
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Dry bag for personal belongings
All necessary equipment (life vest, helmet, kayak)
Professional guide
Lunch, bottled water and snacks
Permit (non-refundable once booked)
Additional Info
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Important: In order for the local operator to obtain the necessary permits for this tour ALL traveler names must be provided as they appear on a government issued ID such as a driver's license or passport. Your tour will not be confirmed unless all names are provided.
  • Please note once reservation is confirmed the local operator is required to purchase a launch permit (USD $31.80). This is non-refundable.
  • All travelers MUST bring a government issued ID on the day of the tour
  • A hearty boxed lunch is included. Our sandwich options are: Ham, Turkey, BLT, PB&J, or Chef Salad
  • Please refer to Viator's cancellation policy.
  • Face masks required for travellers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitised between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Face masks required in vehicles by all persons.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Reviews (148)
DallasFoodFinder
Jan 2022
Such a great float trip! I would totally recommend it, though I might suggest a warmer month. We went in December, and we were pretty cold by the end. We did get to see some great features of the area (a hike in geothermal springs up to a geothermal pool, some cool caves, lunch on a lookout with an amazing view, some wildlife, etc.). Speaking of lunch, it was better than most you get on trips like these. Each one was individually packed and pretty good. And our Guide (Luke) was amazing - he even brought hot chocolate for a break. He was engaging and knowledgeable about the area, and he had eagle eyes - which is the only way we spotted most of the wildlife we saw. Luke was also watchful of the group, making sure people were staying safe and having a good time. About half way through the trip, the weather turned unexpectedly. The winds picked up, and I think we all knew we needed to move it and get off the river before dark. As the only female paddler (with a less than awesome back), I was slowing us down, so he offered to tow me. I didn't want to accept that offer, but to his point, better to get out safely with no injuries than be proud about it. So I agreed and helped as we went. That was a good call. We made it safely with no incidents and with time to spare. I've been on several trips where the guide was not as in tune with the change in circumstances, etc. I appreciated Luke's easy way to taking control of the trip without inciting panic or lessening the experience. I'd highly recommend this trip.
Response from Host
Jan 2022
We're so glad you had a great time. We agree, Luke is pretty awesome! We hope you can join us again in the future!
avaustin
Dec 2021
My husband and I went on the 12 hour Black Canyon Kayak Tour with Desert Adventures. Luke was our tour guide. We can say without any hesitation that Desert Adventures is the best tour guide we have ever used. The entire trip was planned out-from gear to food to supplies-all we had to do was show up! But not only that, Luke had thought of anything additional we might need and brought his own supplies to keep us comfortable. He had extra snacks if people were hungry, blankets and extra clothing if people got wet or cold, and was so knowledgeable about the area that he could answer any question any of us had. We also learned so much from him as he pointed out history and information about the geology and ecology of the area. One perk of traveling with Luke is that he brought his Go-Pro camera, took video and pictures throughout the whole trip, and sent them to us. The photos he took are phenomenal. We would highly recommend Desert Adventures for any trip they provide, and are planning to come back next year to do the three day two night camping trip.
Response from Host
Dec 2021
It was nice meeting you both and we're so glad you enjoyed the trip! Luke is pretty awesome! We can't wait for you to join us for another adventure next year!
Warren_m
Dec 2021
We were picked up and dropped off at our hotel. This made it convenient as we didn't have to deal with driving in the traffic congestion. We launched at the base of Hoover dam, we were the only ones on this tour so it made it even more personable. Gabe our guide was very knowledgeable in local fauna, geology, and history. We made 4 stops one was st a mine with a hot spring the interior was really neat with the mineral deposits. The second and 3rd stops were at hots springs with short easy walks at each of our stops. We didn't bath in the hot springs as the air temp was mid 40s. We were the only ones on the river for the first 9 miles till we almost reach our final destination. We highly recommend doing the tour with Dessert Adventureas they were very responsive to our needs, thanks Gabe for a great time.
Response from Host
Dec 2021
Warren, we're so glad you had a great time exploring our hidden gems with Gabe! We hope you can join us again soon!

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