Emerald Cave Kayak Experience with Optional Las Vegas Shuttle

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Emerald Cave Kayak Experience with Optional Las Vegas Shuttle

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Description

Experience the original Emerald Cave kayak tour with Evolution Expeditions—one of the first and most trusted operators in the Black Canyon. Our founders pioneered guided trips to this iconic destination, delivering a safe, seamless, and unforgettable experience. Paddle through the scenic Black Canyon to the glowing waters of the Emerald Cave, with beach and historic sites along the way. This small-group guided kayak tour is perfect for all skill levels, with a relaxed pace and expert instruction throughout. We stand apart with top-quality equipment—premium kayaks, paddles, and comfortable life vests—paired with some of the most extensively trained guides in the industry. Expect deeper insights, better safety, and a polished experience from start to finish. Why book with us: Original Emerald Cave tour operator Most trusted and experienced kayak guides High-end kayaks, paddles, and life vests Scenic & historic stops in Black Canyon Small-group experience for personalized service

Tour Options

Hotel Pickup & Hoover Dam Tour

Sight See 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: 7 hours: 1-1.5 hours drive time each way depending on traffic, 1 hour at the Hoover Dam, 3-3.5 hours of tour. Hotel Pickup: Pick up is from Mandalay Bay, Venetian, and Bellagio. Pickup included

3 Hours: Hotel Pick-Up Option

Duration: 6 hours: 1-1.5 hours drive time depending on traffic, 3-3.5 hours of tour, and 1-1.5 hours return drive back depending on traffic. Hotel Pick-Up: Pick up is from Mandalay Bay and Bellagio. Pickup included

4 hours, Lunch, Self-Drive

Duration: 4 hours: Four-hour Premium Emerald Cave Deluxe Experience with a catered deli lunch Catered Deli lunch

4 Hours, Lunch, Hotel Pick-Up

Catered Deli Lunch: Includes chips, a cookie, a pickle, and choice of deli sandwich. Gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian options available. Emerald Cave Deluxe : Four-hour Premium Emerald Cave Kayak Experience with lunch and hotel pick-up from the Las Vegas Strip Pickup included

3 Hours: Self-Drive Option

Duration: 3 hours: typically 3-3.5 hours in the canyon Self-Drive: Do not use ride share as there is no cell reception at the meeting point to book your return ride to Las Vegas

Highlights

Extensively Trained Certified Guide
Bottled water
External Hoover Dam Tour (If option selected)
Snacks
Emerald Cave Kayak Tour
Highest Quality Kayaks, paddles and life-vest
Round-trip Transportation from 3 hotels (if option selected)

What's included

Included

Extensively Trained Certified Guide

Bottled water

External Hoover Dam Tour (If option selected)

Snacks

Emerald Cave Kayak Tour

Highest Quality Kayaks, paddles and life-vest

Round-trip Transportation from 3 hotels (if option selected)

Not included

Transportation (unless option selected)

Gratuities

National Park Fee (included w/transport; not included w/self-drive or without transport option)

Pickup Locations & Times

***Pick up times from Las Vegas hotels are 90-110 minutes before the tour start time*** Venetian - 110min before Bellagio - 100min before Mandalay Bay - 90min before (e.g. Pick up times for an 11:00 am tour are as follows: Venetian 9:10am, Bellagio 9:20am, Mandalay Bay 9:30am). Please be courteous to other participants and promptly show up on time at the tour bus area or launch location provided on the confirmation email. Please have your cellular phone on and available. Shuttles generally arrive back to Las Vegas Resort & Hotels between 90 and 120 minutes after the kayak tour ends. Shuttle times vary with traffic.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We offer single or tandem (2 seater) kayaks. Please specify which kayak you would prefer.
The Emerald Cave is just a small cutout of the mountain for a great photo op!
If you select self drive option, you will be meeting us at the marina. Have reliable transportation to meet us, there is NO cell service at the marina to call a ride share.
If you have chosen and paid for this tour with shuttle, pick up times are: Venetian 110 minutes before, Bellagio 100 minutes before and Mandalay Bay 90 minutes before your tour start time
Message us if you need a 2XL or larger life vest

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