Kayaks, paddles, life vests and snacks are included; the park fee is extra if you choose to drive yourself. 4.95 from 769 reviews at €148 per person for 7h.
In our comparison: #3 of 17 in Emerald Cave & Kayak Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
3 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English, Spanish.
| Option | What the operator says | From, per adult |
|---|---|---|
| Self Drive OptionThe page price | Lunch Included: Includes deli-style lunch | €148 |
| Shuttle Pickup Option | Lunch Included: Includes deli-style lunch Pickup included | €198 |
| Hotel Pickup & Hoover Dam Tour | Sightsee At The Hoover Dam: On your drive down to the kayak launch site you will stop at the Hoover Dam Bypass bridge, and drive on top of the Dam. Duration: 8 hours: 1-1.5 hours drive time each way depending on traffic, 1 hour at the Hoover Dam, 4-4.5 hours of tour. Hotel Pickup: Pick up is from Mandalay Bay, Venetian, or Bellagio Pickup included | €254 |
Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 7 November 2026.
99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 761 of 769
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Experience Emerald Cave with one of the original guided kayak tours on the Colorado River, backed by more than 20 years of experience exploring Black Canyon near Las Vegas. You’ll paddle from Willow Beach to the famous Emerald Cave at a more leisurely pace, giving you time to explore scenic and historic stops, watch for desert wildlife, and relax over a freshly catered lunch on a river beach surrounded by towering canyon walls. With expert guides, premium touring kayaks, personalized instruction, and more time to slow down and enjoy the river, you’ll experience a comfortable, immersive, and memorable way to discover Emerald Cave and the spectacular Black Canyon.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #3 of 17 | €148 | 7h | 4.95 (769) | shared |
| Emerald Cave and Black Canyon Kayak Tour with Vegas Pickup | €136 | 3h | 4.97 (1432) | shared |
| Hoover Dam & Black Canyon Full Day Kayak Tour with Hot Springs | €263 | 7h | 4.97 (333) | shared |
| Emerald Cave Kayak Experience with Optional Las Vegas Shuttle | €100 | 3h | 4.94 (1730) | shared |
Ranked #3 of 17 in Emerald Cave & Kayak Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €99 to €637, median €148; typical length 4h. 1 of 17 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 17 Emerald Cave & Kayak Tours