Willow Beach: Half-Day Emerald Cave Kayak Tour – 3 Caves in 1
New Hampshire, Las Vegas
Enjoy a beginner-friendly, small-group kayak tour to Emerald, Echo & Lover’s Caves—featuring an extended route, abundant wildlife sightings, and exclusive access to hidden historic sites.
Highlights
- Paddle into the Black Canyon Narrows and experience the glow of Emerald Cave
- Explore an extended route, up to 1 hour longer than most tours
- Enjoy a guided small-group kayak tour (max 12 adventurers)
- Swim, snack, and relax at hidden beaches and secluded coves along the way
- Spot wildlife and learn the area's history, geology and local river lore
Description
Most Emerald Cave tours paddle to the cave, take a few photos, and turn around. We do things a little differently.
With groups capped at just 12 adventurers and an extended route that's up to an hour longer than many other tours, you'll have more time to explore Black Canyon instead of rushing through it. You'll visit three caves instead of one, discover hidden inlets and scenic beaches, and experience parts of the river that many visitors never get to see.
Just under an hour from the Las Vegas Strip, you'll launch from Willow Beach into the calm waters of the Colorado River and paddle beneath towering canyon walls toward the world-famous Emerald Cave.
Along the way, you'll explore Echo Cave and Lover's Cave, stop at historic sites from the Hoover Dam era, and learn about the wildlife, geology, and stories that shaped Black Canyon.
Keep an eye out for desert bighorn sheep moving along the cliffs above and bald eagles soaring overhead.
We'll also make time for swimming, relaxing on secluded beaches, and enjoying complimentary snacks and cold drinks along the way.
And because some moments are better experienced than photographed, your guide captures photos and videos throughout the trip so you can stay focused on the adventure.
Emerald Cave may be the destination, but it's everything along the way that makes this one of our favorite trips on the river.
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
