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    Emerald Cave Kayak Tour with Riverside Lunch

    Paddle Black Canyon to Emerald Cave, spot wildlife, and enjoy a catered riverside lunch.

    From$149/ person

    Duration

    4 hrs

    Includes

    Guide, Lunch, Kayak

    Highlights

    Paddle past volcanic canyon walls on a guided kayak journey to the glittering Emerald Cave. Spot desert wildlife, explore a historic overlook, and relax with a catered lunch on a secluded beach.

    • Launch from Willow Beach and glide 4–6 miles along the Colorado River
    • Enter the crystal clear waters of Emerald Cave
    • Hike to a historic site for panoramic canyon views
    • Watch for bighorn sheep, eagles and other wildlife
    • Refuel with bottled water, juice, snacks and catered lunch
    • Use stable touring kayaks equipped with rudders and guides

    What's Included

    • Professional guide
    • Touring kayak and paddle
    • Catered lunch, bottled water and snacks

    Things to know

    Arrive 30 minutes before start time and complete the online waiver in advance. Alcohol and marijuana are prohibited. Make transportation arrangements in advance because the marina has no cell service.

    Cancellation policy

    Cancel at least 48 hours before the meet-up to receive a refund minus a $40 fee per person. No refunds are issued within 48 hours or for custom group bookings and promotional rates. The operator may cancel for weather or unsafe conditions, offering a new date or full refund. All guests must sign a liability waiver.

    Meeting location

    25804 N Willow Beach, Willow Beach, AZ 86445

    Experience provided by Evolution Expeditions
    Experience provided by Evolution Expeditions

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    4.9 stars• 3.7K reviews

    Review summary

    4.9
    Excellent
    3.7K reviews•Google Maps

    The guides here really make the experience special. Faith, Calvin, Soren, Ryan, Jeff, and Maggie all get enthusiastic shoutouts for being knowledgeable, professional, and genuinely passionate about sharing the area's ecology, geology, and history. Reviewers consistently mention feeling safe and well-cared-for, even complete beginners who'd never kayaked before. The tandem kayaks come equipped with rudders that make paddling easier, and guides adjust the pace to accommodate different skill levels while keeping the group together. The Emerald Cave tour is the clear favorite, with travelers calling it a highlight of their Vegas trips. The full-day option includes tasty lunches and plenty of snacks and water throughout. Logistics are smooth too, with clear pre-trip instructions, reliable hotel pickups, and helpful communication about what to bring. Many visitors add the Hoover Dam stop for a full-day adventure. The calm water and stunning scenery offer a refreshing escape from the Strip, and you might even spot bighorn sheep or eagles along the way.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    The experience I had with Evolution Expeditions Kayak Tours was more than I expected. The service was great from the very second I ordered a tour. Maddy at the office was exceptionally helpful in getting the tour set up. Our guide, Ray was awesome. I felt safe and he had a wealth of knowledge and explained a lot of details of the area of the Colorado River and surrounding areas. Ray, even took pictures of us on his phone and sent them to us. I couldn't recommend another tour service other than Evolution Expeditions. I highly recommend booking a tour and if you could request a specific guide, I'd recommend Ray. So go ahead a book a tour with Evolution Expeditions, you will not regret it.

    Photo of Albert Saladini

    Albert Saladini

    July 9, 2025

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    The experience I had with Evolution Expeditions Kayak Tours was more than I expected. The service was great from the very second I ordered a tour. Maddy at the office was exceptionally helpful in getting the tour set up. Our guide, Ray was awesome. I felt safe and he had a wealth of knowledge and explained a lot of details of the area of the Colorado River and surrounding areas. Ray, even took pictures of us on his phone and sent them to us. I couldn't recommend another tour service other than Evolution Expeditions. I highly recommend booking a tour and if you could request a specific guide, I'd recommend Ray. So go ahead a book a tour with Evolution Expeditions, you will not regret it.

    Photo of Albert Saladini

    Albert Saladini

    July 9, 2025

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