3-Hour Black Canyon Motorized Raft Tour with Optional Transport
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
Escape the energy of Las Vegas and trade it for a peaceful journey along the Colorado River on a motorized raft. Starting near the Hoover Dam in the Lake Mead National Recreation Area, you enjoy a 3‑hour float through the stunning Black Canyon, with towering cliffs and sweeping desert scenery all around. Along the way, you’ll have time to swim in the river, relax during a lunch stop, and soak in a side of Nevada many visitors never get to see. With the option to self‑drive or take round‑trip transport, this experience is designed to be flexible and easy.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Vegetarian & Gluten Free options are available, please advise at time of booking if required
Total Tour time WITH Transportation is 6 hours door-to door
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Boulder City
Your tour begins with convenient hotel pick-up from select Las Vegas hotels or by meeting the tour group in Boulder City, a historic town built in the 1930s to house Hoover Dam workers. Explore this charming town before embarking on your adventure to the Hoover Dam and surrounding landmarks.
Lake Mead National Recreation Area
The construction of the Hoover Dam created Lake Mead, the largest man-made lake in the United States. This iconic reservoir offers stunning views and recreational opportunities for visitors.
What‘s Included
Lunch
Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)
Float Trip on the Colorado River with live commentary by a local guide
NPS Park Entrance Fee
Gratuities
Round-trip Transportation (depending on option selected)
National Park Fee (included with transport; not included with self-drive/without transport option)
Pickup points
Excalibur Hotel & Casino
3850 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas United States
Plaza Hotel & Casino
1 Main Street Las Vegas United States
Horseshoe Las Vegas
3645 Las Vegas Boulevard South Las Vegas United States
Bellagio
3600 Las Vegas Blvd S Las Vegas United States
Treasure Island TI Las Vegas
3300 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas United States
Options
Rafting Tour with Transport
Duration: 6 hours: Includes Roundtrip Transport from Las Vegas
Pickup included
Rafting Tour without Transport
Duration: 3 hours
Reviews
387 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Exceeded expectations
Daydream30987879624,Apr 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour exceeded expectations. The guide, Kathleen, was very knowledgeable about the canyon. She answered questions about the history of the dam, the birds and wildlife in the canyon and the geology of the canyon. We stopped to see small waterfalls, little beaches and wildlife. The trip didn’t seem rushed, but wasn’t boring either. The shuttle driver was courteous and friendly also. I would do it again.
Worth the sunburn
Ruth C,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Wear sunscreen even if it is cloudy and cool. Take video so you can get the guide's narration as well. The lunch, view, and guide were well above expectations.
Good Time Rafting
chbarrett,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kathleen, our guide, was a real professional. She was an encyclopedia of area knowledge. Funny and accommodating, she made our trip down the river a real delight. The lunch was good, too! Highly recommend.
Double the fun!!
Y4711JPmichaelt,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was our second trip on the river and both trips were great! First trip was with friends which they thoroughly enjoyed and this trip today was with family and was very relaxing. Enjoyed the guide(s) with the information about the river and the lunch was good too! We were running late due to traffic but made it on time and Mike called and said he would wait for us but didn't have to since we were pulling in when he called. Great customer service by all of the staff! Will do this again in the future. Thanks.
Very informative trip. A...
Lynne N,Mar 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very informative trip. A delight to see the landscape up close. A must do whilst in Vegas. Great guide
Fun tour
926charleneb,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kathleen was our guide. She was great. Tour was nice. Just wish we had time for our lunch.... eat on the move.. no fun with that.
Great tour, from pickup to drop off.
M9602LTbobm,Mar 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time on this tour. Marty was the transportation driver. He was wonderful in letting us know exactly what was going on and had great insights to share during trip to the excursion. Cordero was our guide on the raft thru Black Canyon. He gave great information thru out the excursion and made the trip interesting and fun. I would highly recommend this excursion.
An amazing trip down the Colorado River
X6132LKwaynet,Mar 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This is an amazing experience and a must do if you are visiting Las Vegas. Whilst many people who visit LV will stay on the strip they miss so many great sites which are within easy distance from LV and this is one of them. We hired a car so drove down to the meeting point, but from the minute we arrived to the minute we left everyone was so friendly and helpful and our guide on the river (Kathleen) was great, she was so enthusiastic and knowledgeable about the area. I would highly recommend this trip to anyone and would certainly do it again.
Simply awesome!
karipO8871EL,Mar 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our raft trip was simply awesome! Because one of our family members had worked on the river in the 1930s, we asked ahead of time to schedule with a guide who knew historical information, and got to go with Kathleen. Her knowledge was amazing about not only the history (her grandfather actually worked on the dam!), but also plants, wildlife, and river features. She told many fascinating stories. Our van driver, Marty, was also great, gave a lot of information and fun stories, and everyone was kind and careful with our elderly mother. It was truly the trip of a lifetime for her, and a terrific day for everyone. Seeing the dam from the river is an impressive and unique view, and the Black Canyon is beautiful. Highly recommended!
A great trip
Claire B,Jan 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a wonderful afternoon. Sarah, our guide was full of information and really friendly. The views were stunning. The packed lunch that they provided was delicious. We loved it and will do the trip again when we return to Vegas.
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