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title: Emerald Cave and Black Canyon Kayak Tour with Vegas Pickup
lang: en
type: tour
city: Las Vegas
country: United States
price: 136
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.97
reviews: 1432
duration_minutes: 180
languages: [en]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 2 of 34 (Hoover Dam Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-11-07
data_updated: 2026-11-08
canonical: https://guidekin.com/usa/las-vegas/tours/emerald-cave-and-black-canyon-kayak-tour-with-vegas-pickup/
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# Emerald Cave and Black Canyon Kayak Tour with Vegas Pickup

**Guidekin's take:** Paddle through Black Canyon to Emerald Cave on the Colorado River. Kayak gear, snacks, water, park fees and transfers from select Las Vegas Strip hotels are included, but the paddle still requires some athletic ability. 4.97 from 1432 reviews at €136 per person for 3h.

In our comparison: #2 of 34 in Hoover Dam Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Paddle emerald-green waters and venture into the famous Emerald Cave, surrounded by the dramatic cliffs of Black Canyon—all just a short drive from Las Vegas. With expert guides, beginner-friendly kayaks, and all gear, snacks, and bottled water provided, you get a hassle-free adventure. Wildlife sightings, stunning scenery, and seamless hotel pick-up make this an unforgettable way to experience the untamed Colorado River up close.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: no car needed
- Starts 09:00, 10:30, 12:00: 3 departures a day
- Food included: see what is included

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup included

## Key facts

- Price: from €136 per person
- Duration: 3h
- Rating: 4.97/5 from 1432 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Likely to sell out
- Operator: Blazin Paddles LLC
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: English
- Start times: 09:00, 10:30, 12:00
- Booking: Confirmation within 48 hours, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-07

## Reviews

4.97 from 1432 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 1425 of 1432.

- 5 stars: 1402 (98%)
- 4 stars: 23 (2%)
- 3 stars: 2 (0%)
- 2 stars: 2 (0%)
- 1 star: 3 (0%)

## What's included

- Bottled water
- National Park fees
- Snacks
- All necessary kayak equipment
- Professional Guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from select Las Vegas Strip hotels
- Guided Kayak Tour to Emerald Cave

## Not included

- Gratuities
- Personal gear (dry bags, water shoes, etc.) May be available for purchase before tour at office.

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 09:00, 10:30, 12:00
- 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

The operator is located inside the Hoover Dam Lodge. If you wish to bypass the shuttle and meet directly at the river you can do so, but the national park will require a fee of $25 per vehicle if you don't have a national park pass. Please enquire if you would like this option

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Pick up time starts up to 2 hours before tour time.
- Swimsuits, layers, and closed toe water shoes are strongly advised.
- No lockers provided. Recommended to protect any electronics from water. Dry bags, waterproof phone cases, and other last minute needs are available for purchase at our office location.
- Requires some athletic ability but good for all skill levels.
- SELECT hotel pick-ups are offered for this tour. The local operator will help organize the closest pick up if your hotel is not on the list.
- Operates in all weather. Please dress appropriately

## Compared with other Hoover Dam Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #2 of 34** | €136 | 3h | 4.97 (1432) | 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 |
| [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 |
| [Hoover Dam & Black Canyon Full Day Kayak Tour with Hot Springs](/usa/las-vegas/tours/hoover-dam-black-canyon-full-day-kayak-tour-with-hot-springs/?format=md) | €263 | 7h | 4.97 (333) | shared |

Ranked #2 of 34 in Hoover Dam Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €91 to €1152, median €181; typical length 6h 45m. 6 of 34 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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