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15 Best Emerald Cave Kayak Tours

The Emerald Cave paddles: the Colorado below Hoover Dam to a cave that glows green when the midday light angles in. Half-day trips with hotel pickup; mornings get glassier water.

1.Half-Day Emerald Cave Kayak Tour with Optional Hotel Pickup

Discover the serenity of Colorado River kayaking near Las Vegas with this guided half-day tour to Emerald Cave, including optional hotel pickup and snacks.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Great experience. Michelle was interesting, informed and made sure we were having a good time. When we requested kosher food she was able to accommodate. Not too hard at all”

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2.Emerald Cave Kayak Tour with Optional Las Vegas Transportation

Discover the beauty of the Colorado River with this beginner-friendly kayaking tour, including Emerald Cave, scenic stops, and easy Las Vegas pickup options.

★ 5.0

“It’s definitely worth going once. This time of year is prob best as you have to wait to get into the small cove. During high usage time the wait could be quite long but at least you could swim in warmer weather. Our guide always…”

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7.Emerald Cave Tour

Discover the beauty of the Colorado River with this guided kayak tour to Emerald Cave from Las Vegas; small group, expert guides, and stunning scenery.

★ 5.0

“Everything was awesome. Blair’s is a great guide. He’s professional,knowledgeable and the best. Highly recommend taking the kayak adventure. 5 stars for sure!”

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8.Small Group Guided Colorado River & Emerald Cave Kayak Tour

Discover stunning Black Canyon and Emerald Cave on this small-group Colorado River kayak tour near Las Vegas. Expert guides, wildlife, and scenic stops await.

★ 5.0

“Our tour guide was Griff (hope I’ve spelt that correctly) and from the first moment of meeting him we were put at ease and was soon on the water. . My husband and I had single Kayaks and thoroughly enjoyed the 4-mile round trip to…”

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9.From Las Vegas: Emerald Cave Guided Kayaking Tour

Experience the stunning Emerald Cave on a guided kayaking tour from Las Vegas. Enjoy scenic views, wildlife sightings, and a short hike in Arizona.

★ 4.9

“Hello, we had Michelle as a guide, the route is very good, the stop on the small beach and the emerald cave is great. I don't speak English and Michelle helped me. I highly recommend it!”

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10.Self-Drive Emerald Cave Kayak Tour

Discover the beauty of the Colorado River with this guided kayak tour from Las Vegas, including Emerald Cave, wildlife sightings, and scenic stops for all skill levels.

★ 5.0

“Our tour was amazing thanks to our tour guide Preston! He was very friendly, knowledgeable and made our experience super fun! He also made sure we had plenty of refreshments and snacks throughout the tour. We definitely recommend RiverDogz for your next adventure ;))”

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12.Las Vegas Hot Springs, Kayaking, Hiking, From Base of Hoover Dam!

Discover the adventure of kayaking from Hoover Dam, relaxing in geothermal hot springs, and exploring Black Canyon with expert guides—an active day in nature.

★ 5.0

“Loved the scenery, and the shirt walks to the hot springs were great. Our guide, Chris, managed to keep us moving without feeling rushed.”

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13.Half-Day Emerald Cave Kayak Tour with Optional Transportation

Discover the beauty of the Colorado River with this half-day kayak tour from Las Vegas, featuring Emerald Cave, wildlife viewing, and historical sites.

★ 5.0

“R was a lot of fun. Yet it wasn’t as expensive as other places. Kayaking whil physical was not as extensive as working out at a gym. Meaning no need and think you have to be in the best shape possible.”

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15.Las Vegas: Colorado River to Emerald Cave Half-Day Kayak

Discover the stunning Colorado River and Emerald Caves on a half-day kayaking tour from Las Vegas, led by expert guides with excellent reviews.

★ 4.9

“Fantastic experience, made even more fantastic thanks to our tour guide, Don. Very friendly, down to earth, who is extremely passionate about his job. Don is full of local knowledge and history. Very informative, and above all, made sure everyone was safe. Cannot fault this…”

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More Emerald Cave Kayak Tours

5.0Emerald Cave Kayak Rental with Optional Shuttle from Las Vegas6 hours (approx.)$79.00 4.5Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour and River Raft or Emerald Cave Kayak11 hours (approx.)$699.00 5.0Black Canyon and Hoover Dam Kayak Tour from Las Vegas12 hours (approx.)$315.00 5.0Hoover Dam Kayak Tour on the Colorado River with Shuttle Transfer8 hours (approx.)$199.00 5.0Emerald Cave Kayak Rental on the Colorado River3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$79.00 5.0Twilight Black Canyon Kayak Tour with Bonfire Experience4 hours (approx.)$175.00 5.0Las Vegas Kayak Tour to the Emerald Cave4 hours (approx.)$75.00 4.5Emerald Cave Kayak Adventure4 hours (approx.)$129.00 4.9Las Vegas: Kayak Rental without Transportation5 hours$79 5.0Emerald Cave Kayak Trip Near Las Vegas3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$159.00 4.8From Las Vegas: Kayak Rental with Shuttle to Emerald Cave5.5 hours$99 5.0Half Day Emerald and Echo Cave Kayak Adventure4 hours (approx.)$109.00 5.0Las Vegas: Guided Kayak Tour from Willow Beach to Emerald Cave4 hours (approx.)$79.00 5.0Full Day Colorado River Kayak Tour from Las Vegas7 hours (approx.)$199.00 5.0Kayaking Day Trip on the Colorado River from Las Vegas9 hours (approx.)$218.00 5.0Hoover Dam Discovery Kayak Tour with Lake Mead Views5 hours (approx.)$189.00 4.8From Las Vegas: Emerald Cave Kayak Tour with Hotel Pickup4 hours$119 5.0Moonlight Kayak Tour from Las Vegas Strip or Willow Beach3 hours (approx.)$109.00 5.0From Las Vegas: Emerald Cave Kayak Tour with Shuttle Pickup3 hours$173 4.8From Las Vegas: Guided Emerald Cave Kayak Tour3 hours$119 4.52 Day / 1 Night Kayaking Trip on Black Canyon below Hoover Dam from Las Vegas2 days (approx.)$694.00 5.0From Las Vegas: Kayak Rental to Emerald Cave Colorado River4 hours$79 5.0Grand Canyon Helicopter Flight with Emerald Cave Kayak Tour9 hours (approx.)$699.00 4.7Las Vegas/Willow Beach: Guided Kayak Tour to Emerald Cave4 hours$95