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title: Hoover Dam Kayak Tour with Shuttle - Hot Springs and Emerald Cave
lang: en
type: tour
city: Las Vegas
country: United States
price: 181
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.89
reviews: 160
duration_minutes: 480
languages: [en]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 16 of 34 (Hoover Dam Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-11-07
data_updated: 2026-11-08
canonical: https://guidekin.com/usa/las-vegas/tours/hoover-dam-kayak-tour-with-shuttle-hot-springs-and-emerald-cave/
---

# Hoover Dam Kayak Tour with Shuttle - Hot Springs and Emerald Cave

**Guidekin's take:** Paddle from the base of Hoover Dam through Black Canyon, with hot springs, beaches and Emerald Cave along the route. Kayak gear, a sandwich and Las Vegas transfers are included; moderate fitness and water shoes are required. 4.89 from 160 reviews at €181 per person for 8h.

In our comparison: #16 of 34 in Hoover Dam Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Paddle 12 miles from the base of the Hoover Dam through Black Canyon on a full-day (7–8 hour) guided kayak tour, exploring natural hot springs, waterfalls, scenic beaches, and the stunning Emerald Cave. This adventure is suitable for all skill levels and includes roundtrip shuttle transfer from Las Vegas, expert guiding, snacks, bottled water, and plenty of time for photos, swims, and unforgettable desert canyon views. It’s one of the most comprehensive ways to experience both the engineering marvel of the Hoover Dam and the wild beauty of the Colorado River.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: no car needed
- Starts 07:00: one departure a day
- Food included: see what is included

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup included

## Key facts

- Price: from €181 per person
- Duration: 8h
- Rating: 4.89/5 from 160 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Las Vegas SUP Kayak Club
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: English
- Start times: 07:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-07

## Reviews

4.89 from 160 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 155 of 160.

- 5 stars: 154 (96%)
- 4 stars: 1 (1%)
- 3 stars: 2 (1%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 3 (2%)

## 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sit-In Double Kayak | €181 / person | English | - |
| Sit-In Single Kayak | €181 / person | English | - |

## What's included

- Views of Hoover Dam from the Colorado River
- 8-Hour Kayak Tour from the Hoover Dam
- Bottled water
- We provide a healthy sandwich, bananas and granola bars - if you have any food allergies or sensitivities please bring your own snacks
- Private transportation
- Professional Guide
- Choice of single or double kayaks and all safety equipment

## Not included

- Gratuities
- Hoover Dam

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 07:00
- 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

Meeting location is the Hoover Dam Lodge, U.S. 93, Boulder City, NV 89005, USA. Meet in the Parking Lot!

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Service animals allowed
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- We recommend you bring: hat, sunglasses, sunblock, swimsuit, towel.
- Some kind of water shoes is a must for this adventure (over one mile hiking).
- Depending on the time of the year layered clothing is recommended.
- The booking does not include the National Park permit that is $30 (+$1.80 booking fee) per adult and $15 (+$1 booking fee) for ages 16 or under. The operator will contact you after your booking is made to arrange the permit. Launching permits are non-refundable.
- This tour is not recommended for anyone with physical disabilities or with heart, shoulder or back problem
- Maximum weight limit is 300lb/person
- No Alcohol or Smoking Allowed.
- Please consider this, the Hoover Dam adventure is recommended only for physically fit people. We do not recommend this activity to anyone with a heart condition, back problems, shoulder problems or any medical or physical limitation. This tour is pretty physical and requires stamina. This tour is a total of 12 miles of kayaking and 2 miles hiking. (It's NOT a leisure FLOAT)

## Compared with other Hoover Dam Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #16 of 34** | €181 | 8h | 4.89 (160) | 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 #16 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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