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3 hours
Mobile ticket
* Please note this trip has a MINIMUM OF 2pp OR MORE to operate and will show sold out if less than 2pp is inputted on the first booking.
What better way to see the desert than from the seat of your own kayak. Your guide will lead you through canyons and cliffsides on Saguaro Lake to some of the most scenic desert landscapes to be found.
Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Lake Saguaro
Explore Saguaro Lake! Whether you’re a beginner or expert you can experience the beautiful lakes of Arizona! You will be given an orientation of basic safety and paddling instruction. After that your guide will take you to see the beautiful scenery of where the desert meets the water!
Bottled water
Snacks
Single sit on top Kayak or Paddleboard, Life Jacket, Paddle
Gratuities Not Included
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
94 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Y1974JCcourtneys,May 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
such a relaxing day out on the water. Highly recommend going earlier in the day because there is less people out on the water. It felt very peaceful and the wild horses in the water were a once in a lifetime opportunity.
jenilleholmes,May 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Absolute wonderful time, it was Memorial Weekend so the river was full of floaters and other kayakers. But that didn't bother us but it did make maneuvering around people a bit more challenging. We would definitely recommend this company.
davesG9748AV,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
The staff was amazing and the views were beautiful.
Discover22200623934,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
My husband and I went kayaking for the first time. It was amazing! The staff was so nice and helpful. Emmett was our tour guide and he was amazing. He was helpful and so full of information. Most of all he was patient. I never felt rushed even though I was going slow because I was scared lol. Definitely recommend





Z5397HLjuliak,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
We were going to kayak the Salt River, but because there hasn't been enough precipitation, staff put us on the lake instead. It was a great time. They transported us to the lake, provided the kayaks, paddles, and lifevests, gave some area history and information about the land, and were easy to work with, enjoyable people. I'd like to go back and water willing, do the river through them.
516landons,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Wonderful time, guides were easy going, friendly, and helpful
Renosue,Mar 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Really enjoyed this guided tour on Saguaro Lake. Stunning desert scenery, especially the canyon area half way through tour. The tour guides, Emmett and Wesley, were awesome!

Rebecca S,Mar 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
Truly a great experience. Kayaking is so peaceful and the views are breathtaking! The guides are wonderful and attentive.
tomcB7006JS,Mar 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Very pleasant kayaking tour. On the lake 3 hours. Our tour guide was knowledgeable and let us enjoy ourselves but also watched out for our safety which was important. We are seniors and not experienced kayakers but had no problem with the tour with was over three hours by the time we got back on shore.
687davew,Feb 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Really great activity. So beautiful. Never seen anything like it. Saw a family of Mountain Ram (including a baby) from the water and a bald eagle. Great guides too.




Operated by Saguaro Lake Ranch, Inc.