Kayaking 2 Hr Canyon & Cliffside on Saguaro Lake
Overview
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2 hours
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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. Along with some suggestions on fun places to paddle and how far for given time length of rental. After that it's just you and the beautiful scenery of where the desert meets the water!
Additional Info
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Minimum age is 10 years
Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
Maximum weight is 275 lbs
No double/tandem kayaks available
Dress to be in the heat/cold and to get wet!
Participant must be comfortable with an unguided water excursion
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Water, sunscreen and dry bags are recommended. Activity gear will be distributed. Orientation will include basic paddling, water safety and geography of the lake. Orientation is mandatory. Total time on the water will be 2 hours.
What‘s Included
Single sit on top Kayak (NO doubles) or Paddleboard, Life Jacket, Paddle
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LAUNCH TIME
Reviews
455 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Awesome
Abinay M,,Feb 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience and loved our tour guide. Very knowledgeable and made us feel comfortable with the equipment prior to getting on the lake! Also appreciated a courtesy call regarding weather conditions and offered accommodations for our reservations If we were not comfortable with the winds! Overall, very worth it!
Gloomy Day but a Sunny Experience
Coastal55363901302,,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We went kayaking on a cool and cloudy February Day with temperatures in the 50's but none of that mattered once we reached Suguaro Lake Ranch. The entire experience from start to finish was well handled by friendly staff and the kayaking along the bluffs was outstanding! Whether you have ever kayaked before or not, it is an easy and awe inspiring paddle. Highly recommended.
Wait for the Salt River Kayak
V4146UQstephaniel,,Feb 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00The drivers/kayak loaders were lovely and pleasant and the three stars is not a reflection of them. Booking is easy. For those looking to book kayaks, pay very close attention to the experience you’re booking. The actual Lower Salt River trip is worth the price and an easier trip/float when the river has enough water. You get wildlife, nature, and a balance of shade and sun. Wait for the season to have that experience, IMO. The lake canyon/cliffside kayak experience is not that. While the views out on the water are gorgeous and it’s nice to be outside regardless - the paddling is hard and exhausting. No wildlife. You are dangerously in the wake of boats, crossing water with boats (who are often blasting music and quite fast on open water.) To get out to any interest points takes very intentional paddling and it’s a lot to try and accomplish in two hours. My friend who gets motion sickness could not enjoy the experience given all the boat wake and waves. Also know that it takes about 40 minutes from your reservation time to drive, unload, and orient before you’re on the water. Then the same loading up and getting back and you are waiting for other kayakers to return. Plan ahead. Pack sunscreen, water, snacks, hat and sunglasses with a strap, and arm strength.
Great day
Rick L,,Feb 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great paddling w family surrounded by mountains, cliffs and saguaro cacti. 2 hrs was enough time to see all and return
Afternoon lake kayaking
kathybA6581XL,,Feb 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Enjoyable sightseeing along canyon and lake shoreline. Staff were very helpful
Highly recommend kayaking
Lou Ann W,,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Day 1 of our Grils' Trip and our favorite experience! Michael was our driver, kayak "boy", and pushed us off on our way so we didn't get wet. Absolutely beautiful kayaking experience! Thank you.
Fun and relaxing
S8460SZteresap,,Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My husband and I love to kayak. This trip was worth the money we paid. The views were beautiful and the trip down the river was very relaxing!
Beautiful ride!
886pattiv,,Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This route is beautiful! The water was low but still passable with the kayak. Definitely a must do if you are in the Phoenix area but do it earlier in the year.
Unguided 2hr kayaking
maryhD3041ZL,,Oct 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Equipment in excellent condition. Staff was very helpful, kind and considerate and had good sense of humor while being very professional
Disappointed to have to switch to the lake.
AZCatf,,Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00We were so excited to go on the river (a trip I have done many times and love), but unfortunately due to low river flow on the day we were changed to the lake. The lake kayak is fairly lackluster and everyone got a bit bored. Definitely not worth the same cost as the river foxtail trip. Disappointing, although not the company’s fault, but shouldn’t be the same price as the river trip
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