Self-Drive Emerald Cave Guided Kayak Tour from Willow Beach

Duration3h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

Enjoy a scenic, expertly guided 4-mile round-trip paddle from Willow Beach to Emerald Cave—complete with top-tier touring kayaks, carbon paddles, and all safety gear. Your 3-hour adventure includes scenic stops, wildlife viewing, and a short hike, plus healthy snacks, fruit, and bottled water for a comfortable trip. This experience is beginner-friendly, set on calm waters, and is ideal for anyone seeking nature, exercise, and photo-worthy canyon views just outside Las Vegas.

What's included

3-Hour Guided Kayak Tour to Emerald Cave
Wide range of tasty snacks to include five types of granola and protein bars, a large selection of chips and fruit
Premium bottles of spring water
All safety equipment and instruction

National Park Fee (included w/transport; not included w/self-drive or without transport option)
Hotel Pick up and Drop off
Private Tour
Gratuities

What to expect

Begin your adventure at Willow Beach Marina with a brief safety orientation before setting off on a 4-mile roundtrip paddle along the scenic Colorado River. Enjoy breathtaking canyon views as you kayak to the River Gauger’s Historical Homesite, where you’ll have time for photos, snacks, and spotting local wildlife like bighorn sheep, falcons, blue herons, bald eagles, and colorful fish in the clear waters. From there, continue to the tranquil Emerald Cave, a hidden cove known for its vibrant water, where you can relax and enjoy refreshments before paddling back to Willow Beach.

The Colorado River

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

THIS IS A SELF-DRIVE OPTION!
**Any bookings that require a hotel pick up will result in a surcharge for a hotel pick up!**
Please meet at Willow Beach Marina-paddle craft beach; 15 mins BEFORE your launch time booked.

End point

THIS IS A SELF-DRIVE OPTION!
**Any bookings that require a hotel pick up will result in a surcharge for a hotel pick up!**
Please meet at Willow Beach Marina-paddle craft beach; 15 mins BEFORE your launch time booked.

Additional information

Service animals allowed
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
Please dress appropriately, layers and comfortable shoes are recommended.
Children (12 and under) must be accompanied by an adult in a shared tandem kayak
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
This activity is not wheelchair accessible
The operator has the right to cancel a booking if there are not enough travelers
Please advise your kayak preference in the Special Requirements field at the time of booking (single or tandem)

Cancellation policy

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

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