Leave behind the bustle of Las Vegas—and get up close and personal with the beautiful Colorado River—on this half-day kayaking tour. Hop aboard your shuttle at the Mandalay Bay Resort, head to Willow Beach, and grab your life jackets and paddles. Then, set off on a gentle, 5-mile (8-kilometer) trip down the Black Canyon, complete with a visit to Emerald Cave. Snacks and water are included.

• Enjoy an active way to explore the Colorado River, Emerald Cave and Black Canyon
• Safety gear, kayaking guidance, and refreshments all included
• Option of round-trip transit from the Las Vegas Strip makes logistics easy
• This kayaking excursion is beginner- and family-friendly

What To Expect

For this Emerald Cave kayak tour, either meet at the designated meeting location in Willow Beach or reserve super easy pickup from the Mandalay Bay valet pick-up area in Las Vegas. This tour is ideal for travelers who’re staying in Vegas but want a little break from the bright city lights and excitement.

Once you arrive in Arizona and check in and get with your group, get assigned to a kayak for this day tour. At checkout, you can book a single or double kayak, depending on your preference. This is a small-group tour limited to just 12 kayakers, making it an intimate tour.

A guide leads you on the 5-mile (8-kilometer) kayaking trip down Colorado River to the Black Canyon and Emerald Cave. Make a stop at a historical outlook for a short hike before getting back on the water to make your way to the cave for more impressive views.

Your kayak tour ends back at Willow Beach.