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Kayak Tour on the Verde River

5.0 · 698 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 99% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Sedona Operated by OACTours Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
2h 30m
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
10:00, 12:00, 14:00 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Paddle the Verde River on a guided kayak outing, with a shuttle taking you to the river and back.

Kayaks, paddles and life vests are included; the activity is not recommended during pregnancy or for travelers with spinal injuries. 4.96 from 698 reviews at €105 per person for 2h 30m.

In our comparison: #1 of 13 in Kayak & Horseback Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

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Options and prices

2 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.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom, per adult
Kayak Tour on the Verde RiverThe page price€105
Polar Bear Float Kayak TourWetsuit Rental included: November - February wetsuit rental included in price Insulated booties and gloves also available€118

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.

Included and not included

  • Professional safety-certified guides
  • Shuttle driver and transport to and from the river
  • A smiling good time and memories to share!
  • Kayak, paddles, and PFD (Life vest)
  • Guide Gratuity not included but always appreciated

Reviews

5.0
698 ratings
Viator 595 · Tripadvisor 103

99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 692 of 698

Star breakdown of all 698 ratings

5 stars
678 · 97%
4 stars
14 · 2%
3 stars
3 · 0%
2 stars
1 · 0%
1 star
2 · 0%

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
CHECK IN AT OAC TOURS 45 MINUTES PRIOR TO LAUNCH TIME (10am tour = 915am check in. 2pm tour =115pm check in)551 N Main Street, Cottonwood AZ 86326. This is a group tour. Shuttle departs on the half hour. Late arrivals will need to reschedule. (Headed towards Old Town Cottonwood-ATVs parked roadside)
Departure
10:00, 12:00, 14:00 daily; scheduled through March 2028 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
OACTours; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Accessibility

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

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Ranked #1 of 13 in Kayak & Horseback Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €100 to €433, median €165; typical length 3h. 3 of 13 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 13 Kayak & Horseback Tours

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