Hoover Dam Walk & Emerald Cave Kayak Combo with Lunch

Overview

Available languages

English

5 hours

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Combine two iconic experiences in one day: walk the Hoover Dam Bypass Bridge—soaring nearly 900 feet above the Colorado River for breathtaking dam views—before launching kayaks from Willow Beach into majestic Black Canyon. Guided by local experts, you learn about the river’s history, snap incredible photos, spot local wildlife, and enjoy a catered lunch on a secluded canyon beach. The day finishes as you paddle into Emerald Cave, where sunlight transforms the water into a vibrant, emerald green glow—a seamless blend of history, adventure, and natural wonder.

Additional Info

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

We offer single or tandem (2 seater) kayaks. Please specify which kayak you would prefer.

Message us if you need a 2XL or larger life vest

The Emerald Cave is a small cutout of the mountain for a great photo op!

We will stop at the Hoover Dam facility for photos and history

Pickup times are: Venetian 8:10, Bellagio 8:20, Mandalay Bay 8:30

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Entry to the Hoover Dam facility

Bottled water

Snacks

Lunch

Certified Guide

Kayaks, paddles and life-vest

Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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What To Expect

After being picked up from the Las Vegas Strip, your adventure begins with a visit to the Hoover Dam facility, where you'll walk atop the 900-foot-tall Hoover Dam Bypass Bridge. From this incredible vantage point, you’ll enjoy stunning views of both the Hoover Dam and the Colorado River. After taking in the views and snapping some photos, you’ll return to the shuttle van for a scenic drive down to Willow Beach Marina, where your kayaking journey begins. Your expert guide will provide a thorough kayaking orientation, explaining the ins and outs of paddling and getting you ready for the adventure ahead. As you make your way through the canyon toward the Emerald Cave, keep an eye out for bighorn sheep and bald eagles along the cliffs and shoreline! After exploring the iconic Emerald Cave and hearing stories of the area's 1920s-era history, you’ll stop at a peaceful beach inside the canyon to enjoy a well-deserved, catered lunch before heading back to Willow Beach.

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Hoover Dam Walk & Emerald Cave Kayak Combo with Lunch

Pickup included

Reviews

5.00

6 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Amazing and beautiful
Helena E,
Oct 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A great experience for a first timer to the Hoover dam and kayaking. Super friendly staff and enjoyed learning about the area. Very nice to do to get away from the crowds.
Good tour
Kathleen K,
Sep 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Staff was very friendly, good tour, and great lunch. Liked that they picked up and dropped off at a hotel on the Las Vegas strip.
Priceless Day
F7779KHlourdesp,
Sep 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Sept 8th, We did the Hoover Dam walk with kayaking the Emerald Water. Our amazing guides Sean, Faith & Ray, filled the day with beauty, fun, and so many cool facts. We were kept hydrated with ice cold water and feed a good healthy lunch. Seeing the wild burros was the cherry on top. I highly recommend this excursion.
Amazing trip walking Hoover Dam and kayaking
Z915GScolettes,
Sep 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
While in Las Vegas for a convention, some friends and I were looking for something different to do on our one fun day. This trip was just the thing we were looking for! Our tour guides, Faith, Ray and Sean were awesome, from providing kayaking instruction to lots of interesting facts about the Hoober Dam. Lunch and kayak equipment was provided and the scenery was breathtaking! It was the perfect end to our Vegas trip doing something outside the usual Vegas strip...and definitely extraordinary!
Stress free and friendly
Helena E,
Sep 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Can’t say enough good things about this company! Frequent updates and personal service to make sure we weren’t stressed out about the details of pickups, lunch, and what to expect! Super friendly staff. Extra shout out to Faith and Ray - Thank you!!
We didn't flip
I3295ESkathleenm,
Jun 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our tour guide Faith was awesome! She picked us up at the hotel in Vegas and was our guide for the entire day. Hoover Dam and our kayak tour was well worth it. Never did a tour like this nor kayaked much at all but Faith was very helpful and we had a blast. All six of us enjoyed our day.