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4-Hour Kayak Deluxe Tour in Emerald Cave with Catered Lunch
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4-Hour Kayak Deluxe Tour in Emerald Cave with Catered Lunch

By Evolution Expeditions
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Ages 3-99, max of 100 per group
Duration: 4h 30m
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Mobile ticket
Meets animal welfare guidelines
Live guide: English
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  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
  • Lunch
  • Kayaks, Paddles, and Life Vests
What's not included
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Lake Mead National Recreational Area: $25 admission fee per vehicle.


Start:
  • 25660 Willow Beach Rd, White Hills, AZ 86445, USA
    Meet at the Paddle craft launch beach 20 minutes before your tour start time to meet your guide and get fitted with life vests and boats. Tours will begin promptly at their scheduled start time.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 240046P7

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
    • We offer single or tandem (2 seater) kayaks. Please specify which kayak you would prefer.
    • The Emerald Cave is just a small cutout of the mountain for a great photo op!
    • We provide life vests. Please specify which size you would prefer. S/M, L/XL, 2XL/3XL
    • You will be meeting us at the marina. Have reliable transportation to meet us 30 minutes before your tour start time, there is NO cell service at the marina to call a ride share.
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
    • This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travellers

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 240046P7

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    • Evolution Expeditions
      4,089
      Las Vegas, Nevada
    • P5281AVveronicas
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Best kayak experience!
      My husband and I traveled to Las Vegas for the New Year and this tour was our favorite part of our trip. Ryan and Faith were very great! The views were amazing we had such a good time!! Both Ryan and Faith were very professional when it came to teaching us about the safety of kayaking and we learned so much about the history of the river and the Hoover Dam!! We definitely will be coming back here in the future!!
      Written January 5, 2025
    • Y5948LBtammym
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      All Day Tour Amazing w Faith!!!
      This all day tour was more than an amazing experience. If you are physically fit and enjoy an outdoor challenge this is the trip. Faith was a phenomenal guide, stopped to point out features, creatures and provided an amazing history lesson all day long! 5 of 5 possible stars for the entire day.
      Written January 4, 2025
    • carlht
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Amazing day
      Faith was a great guide. We had an amazing time going down the river. Incredible experience we won’t soon forget. Would definitely recommend to others.
      Written January 3, 2025
    • emmalX2284RZ
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Emerald Caves Experience
      This was one of the best things we’ve ever done. Our guide Faith was excellent, very knowledgeable and friendly and sent us some great photos. We’d never kayaked before but it was all explained to us. Would highly recommend.
      Written December 30, 2024
    • E2465SCjustinn
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Fantastic Day
      The weather was great, Faith was a fantastic guide, the food she provided was great, it was all great. Loved the entire experience.
      Written December 22, 2024
    • Chris E
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Awesome!
      Amazing trip! Beautiful sights, great guide! Lots of fun with my wife. Hot springs were a perfect break during the paddle.
      Written December 19, 2024
    • Billy T
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Excellent Outing & Guide
      Absolutely perfect day, great weather, excellent paddle conditions & beautiful scenery. Burton was an ideal guide, as he was a lifelong local, well versed in geological, environmental, historic development and most entertaining as he shared these as well as lots of information on the wildlife & indigenous plants and peoples! The small group size was excellent, as we got to know the other paddlers during the time on the river as well as a really good lunch. The Emerald Cave was stunning and nearly dwarfed by the sunset vistas as we returned to our launch site! YES. We saw Big Horns
      Written December 11, 2024
    • Toby G
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Incredible experiencd
      Incredible day, Burton our guide was incredible knowledgable and as kind as you find. The wildlife and picturest canyon was 10 times worth the trip. A wonderful way to diversify your Vegas trip. Wow
      Written December 6, 2024
    • 786kirkh
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Total Recommend - get out of Vegas for Nature and History
      Our guides were Ryan and Faith. First, the communication before the trip was helpful and meaningful to set a good date. We drove to Willow Beach (which is in Arizona - hat tip, despite it being a time zone locally, the meeting times are Las Vegas time). Great hands-on adjusting the rudder pedals to max comfort. Great guidance and information from Ryan and Faith to and from cave - and a cool short guided hike showing botany and history at a rest point. Totally recommend. Kayaking experience and reasonable shape is helpful, and essential if in a single instead of double kayak.
      Written December 3, 2024
    • 785mariahs
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Emerald Cave Kayak Tour with Shuttle
      I did the Emerald Cove Kayak Tour and had the most amazing time as a first time kayaker. Faith and Ryan were great and very knowledgeable about the area! Views were a dream and learned so much about there area. Great for beginners, families, and solo travelers like me! 😊
      Written December 2, 2024
    • Jacqueline Q
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Highly recommend
      We had a fantastic time on the Lake Meade sunset paddle. Truly a great little trip! The guides did an amazing job. Highly recommend, you will love it.
      Written November 26, 2024
    • 325chaitanyac
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Absolutely Amazing Kayak Tour!
      My friends and I recently went on the Emerald Cave Express Kayak Tour from Las Vegas, and it was an unforgettable experience! From start to finish, everything was perfectly organized, and the breathtaking scenery was worth every moment. Our coach was the highlight of the trip—super knowledgeable, patient, and incredibly enthusiastic. They made sure everyone felt safe and confident, whether it was their first time kayaking or they were seasoned paddlers. Their passion for nature and the history of the area really shone through, and they shared so many fascinating stories along the way. The kayaking itself was fantastic! The waters were calm, the views were stunning, and exploring the emerald cave was magical. It was a peaceful escape from the buzz of Vegas, and we even got some great photo opportunities thanks to our coach's expert tips! If you’re looking for a blend of adventure, relaxation, and natural beauty, this tour is a must-do. We can’t recommend it enough, especially with such an amazing coach guiding the way!
      Written November 26, 2024
    • frankcA8818RA
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Highly recommend tour and company
      Great tour. Excellent service for start to finish. Prompt pick up, drop off and lots of fun in between. Our tour guide Faith was engaging and knowledgeable.
      Written November 25, 2024
    • GrandTour43804674877
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Best expedition ever!
      Hands down the BEST experiences I’ve ever had - thanks Faith! She’s very caring and help us check off some of the bigger items on our bucket list without her even realizing it! Our hot springs hopping was amazing! And seeing those big horn sheep and bold eagles were definitely awesome. If you’re still here 8 years from now, we hope to do another tour with you with my boys. Also thanks Kristen for taking time and answering all my concerns over phone at the time of bookings. Y’all are amazing people. Take care and hope to be back soon.
      Written November 19, 2024
    • M8663WLshirleyg
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Unforgettable Kayaking adventure
      The expedition is exceptional. Ryan, the tour guide is very helpful and knowledgeable about the area which makes the experience even more interesting as you'll get to know about the history of the river and also learn about the flora and fauna living by Colorado river. It was our first kayak experience and Ryan made us feel at ease. Highly recommend!
      Written November 17, 2024
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    1Familee
    Los Angeles, CA1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jun 2022 • Family
    Evolution Excursions was one of the best excursions we did during our travel to Las Vegas. There was kids ages from 6 to 16 yrs olds in our group of about 15 ppl. We were on the 4hr kayak to Emerald Cave with lunch package. The sandwich of your choice, drink & snacks, chocolate chip cookie was especially delicious. The two guides were not only experienced but knowledgeable.

    *expectations: the Emerald Cave is literally a cave. Haha! The cave is not filled with Emeralds nor the color of emeralds rather the water is the color of the emerald. Also, you don’t kayak through the cave but literally row your kayak backwards into sit inside the cave for about 10min.
    We already knew this…read it in the email after booking but some people were little disappointed.

    *****The kayaking experience through & back the river was spectacular. ❤️❤️❤️

    Would recommend to friends & family.
    Written June 18, 2022
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    Rob H
    Williams Lake, Canada3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Mar 2024 • Family
    My wife and I are 70/69 years old and are healthy but my wife has a knee bending problem. The tour guide,Burton, observed my wife trying to get into the kayak and immediately went over to her to assist her into the boat. The pre trip instructions were hasty but covered what you needed to know. Our group had previous experience in canoe and kayak trips so that was not a concern. We were picked up next door to our hotel and dropped off at the same place which made it very convenient for us. Due to our ages, the 4 hour deluxe tour with lunch was perfect for our level of fitness as there was a stop going to the emerald cave to rest and during this stop Burton took us on a walk. On this walk Burton showed his extensive knowledge of the local plant and geology in the area. A short climb up a graveled path occurs here so if you have mobility issues you can just stay at the boats and wait for the groups return. You then get back into the boats and paddle to the Emerald Cave where once again Burton describes how the magic of the cave comes to be. On the way back we stopped for lunch at a nice beach where we ate our pre ordered lunch. My wife indicated she had a dairy allergy when she registered prior to the trip and her lunch was prepared with that in mind. After lunch we returned to the launch area, all the while Burton is pointing out interesting facts about the wildlife and plants as we passed them. I had the opportunity to see other tour guides in the area and I felt that Burton was far superior to them in that he was constantly checking on our group while delivering information to us, ensuring our safety. Our group was definitely smaller in numbers than other groups in the area, we had 8. I felt with the smaller group and the fact we all had paddling experience made it easier for Burton but none the less, he was very experienced and we all felt safe with him. After being on this excursion I would definitely recommend them due to their professional attitude and Burton’s extensive knowledge of the area!
    Written March 27, 2024
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
    Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, Rob. We are so glad to hear that you and your wife had a great experience on our 4-hour deluxe tour with lunch. It sounds like Burton provided excellent service and made sure you both felt safe and comfortable throughout the trip. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to see you again in the future. Thank you, Evolution Expeditions Kayaking Las Vegas, NV
    Written April 8, 2024
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    OnlyOneSuzi
    Frankfort, IL75 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2022 • Couples
    We were so looking forward to this Kayak tour deluxe with lunch. Our trip down the Colorado River was fabulous and our tour guide Michael B was very knowledgeable and took his time explaining the points of interest along the way. He was patient with our group and we did not feel rushed through. I would definitely recommend Evolution Expeditions to any one including my friends and family! Speaking on behalf of my group and I, 5 stars is our rating and 5 stars for our kayaking tour guide Michael B because he was amazing!
    Written August 24, 2022
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    tstricklin2021
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jun 2021
    This was a wonderful tour, with plenty of experienced guides to help. We had a range of avid kayakers to beginners and we were all well looked after. The current was perfect, we were shown how to best utilize Kayak and its rudder system. Scenery was amazing, take all the stops and hikes you can and they have plenty of snacks and water. Well executed tour, these are professionals that love what they do and it shows!
    Written October 8, 2021
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    lucyfatter
    Granger, IN1 contribution
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Oct 2021
    It was beautiful and the guides were great. Overall the trip was good but it was definitely for beginners. The cave was much smaller than expected. It took the full 4 hours but I’d have liked to kayak at least twice as far and hiked a bit more within the same amount of time.
    Written November 5, 2021
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    Flyer37997552495
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Feb 2022
    Xander, our guide, has been wonderful throughout the 4-hour trip. He took time to assist a newbie like me, patiently answered questions, and provided info about the surroundings along the way. Our group of 6 never felt rushed. We had time to enjoy the beautiful view of the canyon and the calmness of river. His wonderful photo skill is another bonus in helping us document this trip. It was a very relaxing and fun trip for us. We are all confident that there will be more river kayak tours for us in the future.
    Written February 14, 2022
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    Bill F
    Apex, NC18 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Oct 2024 • Couples
    We originally signed up for the "express" tour but due to demand, the tour operator moved us over to the "full" tour at no extra charge. Great customer service! Our tour guides, Aaron and Faith, were terrific! We had quite a number of guests in our group (16 I think) but it never felt like we were not getting attention from the guides. Aaron and Faith had very good background on the river, canyon, plant life and the early history of the dam building. The kayaks were top notch and easy to handle on the river. A plus, that initially seemed gimmicky, was the inclusion of water guns on each boat. These were perfect for cooling off in the hot sun while having fun "wars" with all the guests and guides. We stopped twice, once for a box lunch (what you would expect) and once to get views from a spot above the river. We even got to get in the 53 degree water which was needed after working our way up and down the river. We would highly recommend this tour!
    Written October 20, 2024
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    Thank you for the awesome review and recommendation! We are so happy to hear that Aaron and Faith provided an awesome and informative tour to the Emerald Cave! Evolution Expeditions Kayaking, Las Vegas
    Written October 27, 2024
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    Amber L
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Mar 2024 • Friends
    I cannot say enough about this experience! Burton was absolutely amazing! He read the crowd well, gave us an amazing tour and filled the time with information on the area as well as the flora and fauna. I would and will highly recommend this tour company to anyone and everyone!!
    Written March 29, 2024
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    Thank you for your glowing review, Amber! We are thrilled to hear that Burton provided an amazing tour filled with information on the area and its flora and fauna. We appreciate your recommendation to others and look forward to welcoming you back on another tour soon. Thank you, Evolution Expeditions Kayaking Las Vegas, NV
    Written April 8, 2024
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    Jessica C
    Las Vegas, NV4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2024 • Friends
    Fantastic day on the river with a group of friends. Faith was a fantastic guide, she shared a lot of historic facts and tidbits about the river. She was very calm and helpful, the winds were pretty high (gusts) during our trip and she helped tow a few folks back up the river. The tour operator was also very efficient and communicated any updates to our trip (wind conditions, group size, menu, etc.).
    I highly recommend this adventure, it’s a perfect way to get outdoors and enjoy the beautiful river.
    Written August 18, 2024
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    Thanks for the fantastic review and recommendation! We're so glad you had such an awesome time with Faith as your tour guide to the Emerald Cove! Evolution Expeditions Kayaking, Las Vegas
    Written October 20, 2024
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    Laura M
    14 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Apr 2024 • Couples
    Well - it's not so much catered lunch as snacks and water, but a great day all the same. If the platform you book on gives a variety of price options - it'll still be water, juice, or snacks.

    Our guides, Ryan and Aries, were fabulous! Funny, knowledgeable, and very patient. It was a full tour, 24 people, and their skill at herding children (all of us) was amazing. They kept us all engaged, telling us about the history of the dam, ecosystem, and the expected future of the river. Bring sunblock and some cash to tip your guides. BEST DAY EVER!
    Written April 22, 2024
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    Thank you for the great review, Laura! We are glad to hear that you had a great day on the tour with our guides Ryan and Aries. The four hour deluxe tour comes with the catered lunch not the express tour. The express tour just comes with the snacks, water, and, juice. If you were on the four hour deluxe tour and not the express please call our office so I can find out why you didn't get your lunch. We do appreciate your feedback and glad you had a great day on the river! Thank you Evolution Expeditions Kayaking Las Vegas, NV
    Written April 26, 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

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