Willow Beach Kayaking and Emerald Cave Tour

Escape the Las Vegas heat and enjoy a day kayaking on the Colorado River. Drive yourself to the starting point at Willow Beach, then take to the water and experience a different side of Sin City. On your guided tour, you’ll see stunning Emerald Cave, the sheer cliff walls of Black Canyon and enjoy a short hike to an overlook with spectacular views. Also included are complimentary snacks and bottled water.

Meeting Point

25804 N Willow Beach

25804 N Willow Beach, Willow Beach, AZ 86445, USA

Meet @ Primitive Craft Beach. Drive until you see a dirt parking lot on your right and water on your left. You will see our orange tie dye kayaks on the dirt beach to the left.
Entrance Fee $25 per car, National Park Pass=free entry
NO Uber/Lyft/Taxi Only recommended for those with a vehicle.

What's included:

• Use of Kayaking Equipment
• Professional Guide
• Kayak Tour

Not included:

• Personal gear (dry bags, water shoes, etc.) May be available for purchase...
• $25 Entrance fee into National Recreational Area, waived with National Park Pass
• Hotel pickup and drop off

What to expect:

Duration: 3 hours

Willow Beach Marina

25804 N Willow Beach Rd, Willow Beach, 86445-9544, Arizona

Make your own way to the departure point where you will need to sign a waiver before starting the tour. Guests will have a chance to make any last minute purchases or use the restroom before departing to the river. The activity is 3 hours long on the water.

Admission Ticket Not Included

Black Canyon

Black Canyon, Arizona 86445, USA

Paddle upstream into the narrow channels of the Black Canyon on your fully guided tour, and scour the banks to spot a variety of wildlife, including native Desert Big Horn Sheep, Bald Eagles and Coyote. Learn the history of the river and its many uses over the past 100 years from our knowledgeable guides as they lead this 4 mile out-and -back paddling tour.
Enjoy a complimentary snacks and bottled water and enjoy the river as it unfolds before you. You will paddle back to your starting point at Willow Beach to complete the tour.

3 hours

Emerald Cave

Willow Beach, AZ 86445, USA

This tour includes visits to an historical overlook with awe-inspiring views of the legendary Colorado River, a visit to Emerald Cave and viewing the 100 year old river gauging station up close from your kayak.