--- title: 3-Hour Black Canyon Motorized Raft Tour with Optional Transport lang: en type: tour city: Las Vegas country: United States price: 128 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.84 reviews: 420 duration_minutes: 180 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 23 of 34 (Hoover Dam Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-11-07 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/usa/las-vegas/tours/3-hour-black-canyon-motorized-raft-tour-with-optional-transport/ --- # 3-Hour Black Canyon Motorized Raft Tour with Optional Transport **Guidekin's take:** Starting near Hoover Dam, a motorized raft follows the Colorado River through Black Canyon, with time to swim. Lunch and live commentary are included; hotel pickup and drop-off require the transport option. 4.84 from 420 reviews at €128 per person for 3h. In our comparison: #23 of 34 in Hoover Dam Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Escape the energy of Las Vegas and trade it for a peaceful journey along the Colorado River on a motorized raft. Starting near the Hoover Dam in the Lake Mead National Recreation Area, you enjoy a 3‑hour float through the stunning Black Canyon, with towering cliffs and sweeping desert scenery all around. Along the way, you’ll have time to swim in the river, relax during a lunch stop, and soak in a side of Nevada many visitors never get to see. With the option to self‑drive or take round‑trip transport, this experience is designed to be flexible and easy. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Starts 10:00: one departure a day - Food included: see what is included - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Strollers OK: infants accepted **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €128 per person for the Rafting Tour without Transport option; other options up to €190 - Duration: 3h - Rating: 4.84/5 from 420 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Black Canyon/Willow Beach River Adventures, LLC - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 10:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-07 ## Reviews 4.84 from 420 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 406 of 420. - 5 stars: 378 (90%) - 4 stars: 28 (7%) - 3 stars: 7 (2%) - 2 stars: 1 (0%) - 1 star: 6 (1%) ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Rafting Tour without Transport | €128 / person | English | Duration: 3 hours | | Rafting Tour with Transport | €190 / person | English | Duration: 6 hours: Includes Roundtrip Transport from Las Vegas Pickup included | ## What's included - Views of Hoover Dam from Lake Mead - Lunch - Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected) - Float Trip on the Colorado River with live commentary by a local guide - NPS Park Entrance Fee ## Not included - Gratuities - Round-trip Transportation (depending on option selected) - National Park Fee (included with transport; not included with self-drive/without transport option) ## Itinerary 1. **Boulder City** (15m) - Your tour begins with convenient hotel pick-up from select Las Vegas hotels or by meeting the tour group in Boulder City, a historic town built in the 1930s to house Hoover Dam workers. Explore this charming town before embarking on your adventure to the Hoover Dam and... 2. **Lake Mead National Recreation Area** (15m; admission included) - The construction of the Hoover Dam created Lake Mead, the largest man-made lake in the United States. This iconic reservoir offers stunning views and recreational opportunities for visitors. 3. **Hoover Dam** (pass by, no stop) - You will travel down the Lower Portal Road, the original road used by the construction workers of the Hoover Dam to board your raft. You’ll enjoy 3-hours exploring 12-miles of history, beauty and wonder as you glide through the Black Canyon National Water Trail. Experience... 4. **Willow Beach** (30m) - Enjoy a refreshing stop at a scenic side beach, where you can stretch your legs, swim, or relax in the cool, clear waters of the Colorado River. Plus, a delicious lunch is included, packed in a take-home, insulated souvenir bag for your convenience. 5. **Willow Beach Marina** (30m) - Your tour concludes at Willow Beach Marina, nestled in the scenic Mohave Desert of Arizona, where you'll board a shuttle back to the starting point. Be sure to bring your camera to capture the stunning views along the way! ## Schedule - Runs: Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun - Departures: 10:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-11-07 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Lake Mead RV Village ( Coyote Room @ Village Hall) Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Wheelchair accessible - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Children must be accompanied by an adult - Vegetarian & Gluten Free options are available, please advise at time of booking if required - Total Tour time WITH Transportation is 6 hours door-to door ## Compared with other Hoover Dam Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #23 of 34** | €128 | 3h | 4.84 (420) | shared | | [Small Group Grand Canyon, Hoover Dam, 7 Magic Mountains VIP Tour](/usa/las-vegas/tours/small-group-grand-canyon-hoover-dam-7-magic-mountains-vip-tour/?format=md) | €155 | 12h | 4.97 (3329) | shared | | [Emerald Cave and Black Canyon Kayak Tour with Vegas Pickup](/usa/las-vegas/tours/emerald-cave-and-black-canyon-kayak-tour-with-vegas-pickup/?format=md) | €136 | 3h | 4.97 (1432) | shared | | [Small Group Grand Canyon West, Hoover Dam w/Breakfast & Wi-Fi](/usa/las-vegas/tours/small-group-grand-canyon-west-hoover-dam-w-breakfast-wi-fi/?format=md) | €189 | 11h | 4.96 (661) | shared | Ranked #23 of 34 in Hoover Dam Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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