Half-Day Emerald Cave Kayak Tour: Triple Cave Adventure
Overview
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4 hours
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This four-hour, 4-mile round-trip guided kayak tour from Willow Beach lets you paddle into THREE stunning caves—including Emerald Cave—while exploring the dramatic Black Canyon and glimpsing wildlife like bighorn sheep and bald eagles. Capture unforgettable photos, explore fascinating historic sites, and take a relaxing riverside break with complimentary snacks, juice, and bottled water—all while your expert guide brings the canyon to life with stories of its geology, wildlife, and history from the Hoover Dam era. The half-day adventure delivers more time on the water, relaxed pacing, and more caves than a standard Emerald Cave tour, making it a unique, in-depth Colorado River experience.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Stable sit-on-top kayak, paddle, and life vest
Tiered Pricing for Groups of 6 or More
Backed by our Adventure Guarantee
Snacks, Juice and Bottled Water
13-liter dry bag for personal items
Certified Guide
Hotel pick-up and drop off
Gratuities
National Park Vehicle Admission: (free for valid Military ID or the NPS card holder)
What To Expect
Willow Beach
Begin your adventure at Willow Beach, where your expert river guide will equip you with all the necessary gear and provide a brief safety and paddling overview. Then, set off on a thrilling half-day journey through the Black Canyon Narrows, paddling crystal-clear waters toward the stunning Emerald Cave. Whether you’re new to kayaking or a seasoned paddler, this small-group tour—capped at twelve adventurers—offers personalized attention and an unforgettable experience. With convenient launch times available in the morning or afternoon, this half-day tour fits perfectly into your schedule while delivering a memorable taste of desert adventure just outside Las Vegas.
Hidden deep within the Black Canyon Narrows, Emerald Cave shines like a jewel along the Colorado River—its waters glowing a vivid green as sunlight streams through the entrance. Kayaking to this natural wonder lets you immerse yourself in the rugged beauty of towering volcanic cliffs and abundant desert wildlife. This part of the river offers an exhilarating escape into some of the Southwest’s most breathtaking scenery.
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Half Day Emerald Cave: Triple Cave Kayak Tour
Reviews
38 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fun day out
christinesU7361ZJ,
Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing kayaking trip on Emerald Lake! The water was stunning, and our guide Jared was fantastic — super knowledgeable about the local plants and made the whole experience fun and educational. Highly recommend!
Highly recommend! We had...
Constance H,
Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Highly recommend! We had an amazing time on this trip. Our guide was not only professional but also very knowledgeable about the history, geology, and hidden gems of the area.
Kayak tour
Excursion68477324502,
Sep 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great experience! Guide was very informative and professional! Really enjoyed the tour. Derek took his time and it did not feel rushed.
Great tour
Croossien,
Sep 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour and our guide was awesome! Our guide, Jared was very knowledgeable and provided many details about the area. Highly recommend!
Brilliant kayak experience
Explore150588,
Sep 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Truly outstanding experience, with both friends and family of various ages. Jared went above and beyond providing excellent facts, fun and snacks. The water guns were an added bonus. Can’t recommend this experience enough and the cave was amazing
Jared... The Man With a Plan
Steven A,
Sep 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This particular tour I got hooked to Jared who acted as my tour guide. Extremely knowledgeable and quite passionate about the job he's doing - a treasure! I have been using Viator for years now whenever I book a tour and have had plenty of great tour guides and Jared ranks high up there making my vacations memorable. Unfortunately, tge weather wasn't doing justice as Jared predicted and he recommended a different alternate itinerary. I said, you're the tour guide and you know better than I about the area so show me what you got. No need to say anything more, because I can say many positive things on and on and on. Ask for Jared when booking a kayaking tour on Lake Mead!
Fun, wet, adventurous
garysue151,
Sep 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Due to adverse weather conditions we were unable to visit the emerald caves but the trip that we had instead was really good. We got to visit a ghost town and paddle on a huge lake with waves and small beach coves. We had a really fun time we learned a lot and got very wet, but loved every minute. I would not hesitate to recommend this adventure.
I would book with this company again. Highly recommend.
NorthStar18720233651,
Sep 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jared was an amazing tour guide. He is very knowledgeable and shares great information and keeps it fun. He made sure to make it a fun day. Would recommended and would definitely book again. I was telling him I wanted to see Wild donkey and he told us exactly where to go and even provide us with directions going the Route 66 way which is breathtaking.
Emerald Cave Experience
Rochiqneu J,
Aug 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Jared was the best host ever. From the very beginning, he made us feel like this was going to be the best adventure ever. He provided us a block of safety instruction and then we began our journey. Jared is so knowledgeable about the water, the rocks, and the history surrounding the 4 mile trip. He provided us snacks and water and was the best photographer ever, capturing all of our moments without us even noticing it. He went above and beyond and showed us another small cave to pass the time until it was our turn to go into Emerald Cave. He didnt want us to be sitting in the kayak baking in the sun due to the long wait. He provided us multiple opportunities to get off the kayak and explore. He gave us a great class on the land and the plants that were good if you were camping or living on thr land. He is an expert in geology and provided such detailed information on the rocks and the sentiments. He took us to a beach off the water so we could see the house of the river keeper from the 1900s. He then allowed us to take a swim and take photos. During the entire trip, Jared was full of energy and a great guide. There was not one awkward moment. He is very profrssional and an expert in what he does. He takes pride in his work and will ensure you and your party have an amazing day. He is very nice and polite. Highly recommend this trip and highly recommend Jared as your guide. You will not be disappointed. I plan on booking him for future experiences as well.
Amazing family experience
SolJuliana C,
Aug 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent experience, beautiful area with pristine waters, our guide Jared was the best! Attentive to detail, kind and very professional.
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