Colorado River Kayak Tour
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Visit iconic landmarks including Sauna Cave and Falcon Cave
Learn about the history, geology, flora, and fauna of the region
Discover historical sites along the riverbanks
Enjoy a scenic lunch stop with stories from your guide
Hoover Dam to Black Canyon Kayak Adventure
Experience an unforgettable full day kayaking journey on the Colorado River, beginning at the base of the iconic Hoover Dam. Paddle through the spectacular Black Canyon, where towering canyon walls rise more than one thousand feet above the water, creating one of the most breathtaking landscapes in the American Southwest.
Led by an experienced guide, this twelve mile adventure combines scenic paddling with opportunities to explore hidden side canyons, natural hot springs, and remarkable geological formations. Along the way, learn about the history, wildlife, and unique ecosystem that make this section of the Colorado River so special.
Visit some of the canyon’s most famous attractions, including Sauna Cave, Falcon Cave, Arizona Hot Springs, historic river sites, and the stunning Emerald Cave, where sunlight creates a brilliant green reflection across the crystal clear water. A relaxing lunch stop adds to the enjoyable pace of the day.
Perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers, this guided adventure offers an exceptional blend of kayaking, hiking, sightseeing, and exploration. With permits arranged in advance and optional transportation available, the experience provides a memorable way to discover the extraordinary beauty of Black Canyon.
Hoover Dam to Black Canyon Kayak Adventure
Experience an unforgettable full day kayaking journey on the Colorado River, beginning at the base of the iconic Hoover Dam. Paddle through the spectacular Black Canyon, where towering canyon walls rise more than one thousand feet above the water, creating one of the most breathtaking landscapes in the American Southwest.
Led by an experienced guide, this twelve mile adventure combines scenic paddling with opportunities to explore hidden side canyons, natural hot springs, and remarkable geological formations. Along the way, learn about the history, wildlife, and unique ecosystem that make this section of the Colorado River so special.
Visit some of the canyon’s most famous attractions, including Sauna Cave, Falcon Cave, Arizona Hot Springs, historic river sites, and the stunning Emerald Cave, where sunlight creates a brilliant green reflection across the crystal clear water. A relaxing lunch stop adds to the enjoyable pace of the day.
Perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers, this guided adventure offers an exceptional blend of kayaking, hiking, sightseeing, and exploration. With permits arranged in advance and optional transportation available, the experience provides a memorable way to discover the extraordinary beauty of Black Canyon.
- Professional guide throughout the tour
- Kayak, paddle, and safety equipment
- Guided hikes to caves and hot springs
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
$ 239
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Customer Reviews
Used Kayak The Colorado for our kayak rental and backhaul taxi past Horseshoe Bend, and the whole experience was incredible. The boat captain, Tyler, was super nice and really elevated the trip — he gave us great pointers on landmarks and made the ride upriver fun and informative. Everything felt smooth and well-organized, and the staff clearly knew what they were doing. It was an awesome way to experience the Colorado River and see the canyon from a completely different perspective.
SO MUCH FUN!! Highly recommended. A peaceful, yet adventurous way to see this area. Tyler was a great backhaul guide, stopping to let us warm up during the pretty frigid morning ride, and at the same time, giving information about the area: the dam, the wildlife we could potentially see, all while flawlessly piloting the boat over some pretty shallow areas at times. Sean was helpful during booking (which I did over the phone). All around a great experience. My visit was during mid-September, perfect weather. Recommend booking during that time of year.
🙋🏻♂️People: Logan was our captain. He was chill, and you could tell he likes his job. I appreciated him taking the time to point out different things along the river — wild horses, geological features, and restrooms. We appreciated his tips on navigating the river. He was right, that last mile is a long bit, so don't use up all your energy early on. 🎈 Experience: We utilized the backhaul service to take our paddleboards up the river. I used their services because their website was easy to navigate, and scheduling was super simple. We received a detailed email telling us what to do and expect upon arrival--instructions were clear. Our gear was loaded up quickly, and the seating was comfortable. The boat we rode up in was clean and comfortable. ,🚀 Do It Again? Sure would! Thanks for the haul!