Willow Beach: Full-Day Emerald Cave Kayak, 3 Caves + Hike

Highlights

• Small-group full-day kayak tour (max 12 adventurers)
• Visit Emerald Cave, Echo Cave, and Lover’s Cave
• Optional slot canyon hike to a panoramic overlook
• Swim, relax, and explore a secluded beach
• Share-worthy photos and videos of your adventure included

Description

What makes this full-day Emerald Cave kayak tour different?

An extended 6-mile adventure with groups capped at just 12 adventurers. Unlike many full-day tours, we spend up to an extra hour on the river, giving you more time to explore deeper into Black Canyon instead of rushing from stop to stop.

You'll visit three caves, explore hidden inlets, relax on a secluded beach, and discover historic sites from the Hoover Dam era, all at a relaxed pace. Plus, your guide captures photos and videos throughout the day, so you can stay fully present and still leave with incredible memories.

Meet your guide at Willow Beach, just an hour from the Las Vegas Strip, and launch into a full day of exploring one of the most scenic stretches of the Colorado River.

From the start, you'll paddle beneath towering canyon walls, through calm emerald water, and into the heart of Black Canyon. Keep an eye out for desert bighorn sheep along the cliffs and bald eagles soaring overhead as you make your way deeper into the canyon.

One of the first highlights is the world-famous Emerald Cave, where sunlight transforms the water into its famous emerald glow. From there, continue on to Echo Cave and Lover's Cave, two lesser-known stops that most visitors never get the chance to see.

Midway through the journey, you'll land at a secluded beach where you can swim, relax, or simply enjoy being miles from the crowds. For those looking for a little more adventure, there's an optional slot canyon hike leading to panoramic views above the river and a unique perspective of Black Canyon.

We'll keep the snacks, juice, and cold bottled water coming as the day unfolds. On the paddle back, the canyon feels completely different as the light shifts across the cliffs and the river takes on a new character.

Choose from morning, mid-day, or afternoon departures depending on your style, whether you prefer quieter water, warmer temperatures, or the golden light later in the day.

If you're looking for more than a quick paddle to Emerald Cave and back, this is it. More time on the river, more places to explore, and more of the Black Canyon experience that brings people here in the first place.

Includes

• Professional, certified river guide
• Beginner-friendly instruction + personalized guidance
• Choose between single or tandem sit-on-top kayaks
• All kayaking equipment and safety gear
• 13-liter dry bag for personal items
• Complimentary snacks, juice, and cold bottled water
• Share-worthy photos and videos, included for FREE!
• Tiered pricing available for groups of 6 or more
• Backed by our Adventure Guarantee

Excludes

• Transportation to Willow Beach
• Gratuities
• National Park Vehicle Admission: (free for valid Military ID or the NPS card holder)

Important Information

• Choose from small-group morning, mid-day, or afternoon launch times. The tour is flexible and tailored to your group.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund