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Emerald Cave Kayak Tour with Lunch & Las Vegas Shuttle Option

4.9(732 reviews)
7 hours
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Emerald Cave Kayak Tour with Lunch & Las Vegas Shuttle Option
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About This Tour

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.

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Emerald Cave Kayak Tour with Lunch & Las Vegas Shuttle Option
Emerald Cave Kayak Tour with Lunch & Las Vegas Shuttle Option
Emerald Cave Kayak Tour with Lunch & Las Vegas Shuttle Option
Emerald Cave Kayak Tour with Lunch & Las Vegas Shuttle Option
Emerald Cave Kayak Tour with Lunch & Las Vegas Shuttle Option
Emerald Cave Kayak Tour with Lunch & Las Vegas Shuttle Option
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What's Included

Bottled water
External Hoover Dam Tour (If option selected)
Snacks
Lunch
Single or Tandem Kayak, Paddle, Life-Vest
Guided Kayak Tour
Hotel pick-up and drop off from select hotels (if option selected)

What's Not Included

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 Information

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

Meeting Point

Please meet your guide at the Paddle craft launch beach 20 minutes before your tour start time to get fitted with life vests and kayaks. Tours will begin promptly at their scheduled start time. Please do not use ride share as there is no cell reception to book your return ride.

Special Instructions

REQUIRED INFORMATION NEEDED TO COMPLETE RESERVATION: Kayak type preferred: single or tandem (2 seater) Lunch option: turkey, ham, italian, veggie, chicken salad (chicken salad contains almonds) Let us know if you need a 2XL or larger life vest

Cancellation Policy

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

✓ Free cancellation due to bad weather

Tour Operator

Evolution Expeditions

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Guest Ratings

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4.9

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