Emerald Cave Kayak: Explore Black Canyon

Paddle the Colorado River at your own pace. Discover wildlife and history on a self-guided adventure. Maps available.

Duration: 3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Willow Beach Marina - Escape the hustle and bustle of Las Vegas and set off on a self-guided kayaking journey along the Colorado River with this kayak rental. Ideal for those who love to explore independently, this adventure allows you to paddle leisurely while enjoying the stunning views of Willow Beach and its surroundings.
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What's Included
  • All safety equipment and instruction
  • 3.5 hours use of kayak equipment
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • National Park Fee (included w/transport; not included w/self-drive or without transport option)
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

This self-directed Emerald Cave kayak rental allows adventurers to explore Black Canyon at their leisure, paddling 3.5 to 4 miles on tranquil, emerald-green waters from Willow Beach to the renowned cave and back. The rental provides all necessary safety gear and equipment, with comprehensive instructions provided before departure, making it ideal for…

Location
Willow Beach Marina
North Willow Beach
THIS IS A SELF-DRIVE OPTION! Please meet at Willow Beach Marina-paddle craft beach; 15 mins prior to the launch time booked.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Freedom26802402900
Sep 17, 2025
No Leprechans harmed - I had an absolute blast. Enjoyed every second of the trip. The scenery was beautiful. My guide Michele was very knowledgeable and patient with everyone. Wouldn't change a thing..If you are physically capable of doing a 4 hour kayaking trip I highly recommend doing this.
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Diatribe2000
Sep 17, 2025
Amazing scenery and an easy paddle - great for beginners! - Absolutely fantastic! River Dogz knows what they're doing when it comes to kayaking. The trip to Emerald Cave was a relaxing out-and-back paddle on the Colorado that would be great for beginners, or enthusiasts who want a low-key/low-stress way to spend the day. Michelle did a great job pointing out wildlife that most of us might have missed otherwise, and she made sure everyone was hydrated and had snacks! I would book with them again, but next time I'll do the longer trip option because this was so enjoyable, I'd want more kayaking time!
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B7264jbpeterr
Sep 6, 2025
Amazing - Absolutely amazing day. Very well organised and run excellently. Would definitely do this again and strongly urge anyone in vegas to take this tour
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Getaway04487796487
Aug 28, 2025
Will do again and again! - Super fun and amazing! The people were so nice and my family had a great time and we didn’t feel rushed they were so nice and made sure we were hydrated!
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Lesliefq7419cr
Aug 28, 2025
Great area to explore on a kayak. - This was such an amazing experience! Beautiful area to explore whether you are an experienced kayaker or a beginner. Julia was our guide and she was very knowledgeable about the plants and history of this area. This was my daughter’s first time kayaking and Julia was very patient with her and the rest of us. Such a fun day. Would definitely recommend!!
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Jenniferrg1781mj
Aug 26, 2025
it was my second time can't wait to go back - jessica was our guide she was great. we love all the nature. a lil cloudy did not still our joy. it was my son's birthday gift.
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Sightseer10681778197
Aug 26, 2025
Kayaking is great - Hayley was an amazing guide. My husband and I really enjoyed ourselves. Hayley was really knowledgeable and we stopped for a hike which was also amazing. Definitely recommend for others.
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J5710scronc
Aug 25, 2025
Refreshing - It was an Awesome experience one that I wouldn't change for the world. We had a blast seeing the sights and understanding the history.
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S9040lxlaurenn
Aug 21, 2025
Serene kayaking experience - An absolutely amazing experience! My husband and I rented a tandem kayak , and I can’t imagine a better way to keep cool and see such beautiful and serene nature! River Dogz were also very helpful with tips and tricks to keep cool and paddle efficiently!
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Shelik2025
Sep 4, 2025
Great kayak trip but definitely false advertising. - I liked Kayaking. I do it in general. However, if feel the cave was very deceiving. Not at all as big as I thought it was gonna be.
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From $69
up to 12 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).